HEAVENLY HAIR

"For a good party hairstyle, it's important to create volume and lift from the roots, using products that allow your hair to look luxuriously thicker with movement," says Umberto Giannini's Ben Randell.

"For maximum lift, apply mousse to towel-dried hair and blow-dry hair with head downwards until almost dry. Style as usual or with large rollers for timeless glamour."

One of the season's most desirable styles is the ponytail.

"Whether it's classic and sleek or slightly dishevelled, they have a perfected mixture of kittenish chic and elegant sophistication - plus it keeps your hair away from your face. Such styles enhance beauty by chiselling cheekbones or softening features," he adds.

Must-haves include Umberto Giannini Amazing Volume Mousse, £4.49 at Boots, Lush's Glam Rock Hair Glitter, £4.95 or 8.95 Euros (01202 668 545/www.lush.co.uk), a solid round of golden sparkling dust to add bling to your tresses, and Bumble and bumble Bb Shine Spray, £15 (020 7836
0818), for glimmer and texture.