Behnaz shares her work almost every week on Instagram, and looking back at what clients have asked for this year, a few clear trends stand out. Here’s what’s been happening in her chair at Salon Bravissimo in Sacramento in 2026, and how to tell whether each look is right for you.
1. The bob, in every version
The bob has been the most requested cut of the year, and not just one kind. Behnaz’s recent work includes a blunt platinum bob, a sleek one-length black bob, a chin-length bob with short micro bangs, and softer, shaggier lobs with face-framing layers.
What they have in common is a clean, deliberate shape. A bob shows every line, which is why it rewards precision cutting. It’s also one of the most flexible cuts there is: sleek and polished one day, tousled the next.
Is it right for you? Almost every hair type can wear a bob. Fine hair looks fuller with a blunt line, while thick hair may need weight removed so it doesn’t puff out. Length, angle and fringe can all be tailored to your face shape. See more on Behnaz’s precision haircuts.
2. Short, sharp bangs
Bangs are back in a big way, especially short “micro” or “baby” bangs that sit well above the brow. Paired with a bob, they create a bold, graphic look with a vintage feel. Softer, longer bangs remain a great option if you want the effect with less commitment.
Tip: short bangs need regular trims to keep their shape, usually every three to five weeks.
3. Confident pixie cuts
Pixies are having a strong year, from soft, textured crops to precise, tailored shapes that frame the face. A well-cut pixie is all about balance: the right length on top, clean lines around the ears and a tidy nape. Many of this year’s pixies have also been a fresh start, cutting away over-processed or damaged hair in favor of something short, healthy and striking.
4. Bold color on short hair
Short cuts have become a canvas for vivid color. Behnaz’s 2026 work includes a magenta pixie and a custom-mixed red pixie designed to highlight the client’s features. On short hair, bold color feels intentional and modern, and because the hair is trimmed often, it’s easier to keep the color fresh. See her hair color services.
5. Soft pastel pink
For long hair, soft rose and pastel pink tones are a lower-commitment way to try color. Blended through the lengths and ends, they fade gently and pair well with an ombré or balayage base.
6. Natural-looking brightness
Many clients want to go lighter without looking “done.” Fine babylights, dimensional golden tones and gradual dark-to-light transformations brighten hair while keeping it soft and natural. Rejuvenating dull color, restoring shine and vibrancy rather than making a dramatic change, has also been popular. See her highlights.
7. Long hair, refreshed
Not every transformation means going short. Sometimes the biggest change is enhancing what you already have: long hair reshaped with face-framing layers, healthier ends and a bit of movement can look completely new while keeping the length.
Which trend is right for you?
The best trend is the one that works with your hair texture, your face and your routine. Behnaz is a Vidal Sassoon–trained master stylist, and every cut starts with a conversation about how you wear your hair day to day. Follow her on Instagram for her latest work, and book an appointment at Salon Bravissimo in Sacramento.
