We explore how to recreate Troye Sivan’s signature style and adapt it into two trending salon looks.
We explore how to recreate Troye Sivan’s signature style and adapt it into two trending salon looks.
This year, we are taking our influence from our team of talented celebrity ambassadors, through our new celeb-led creative looks – Celeb to Salon – as our hairdressing experts draw inspiration from our celebrity’s looks and blend it into softer results, ready for the salon. First up, acclaimed actor, designer and singer-songwriter from Australia, Troye Sivan...
Troye Sivan has an authentic musical style, emotive voice, and innovative approach to pop music. He combines heartfelt lyrics with catchy melodies, creating songs that resonate deeply with listeners. His music often explores themes of identity, love, and self-discovery, which connect with a broad audience.
Sivan's visual artistry is both captivating and creatively bold. His personal style, blending contemporary fashion with a touch of individuality, enhances his unique persona. Additionally, Sivan's openness about his sexuality and his role as an LGBTQ+ advocate make him a significant and inspiring figure in pop culture. His collaborations with a range of artists further demonstrate his versatility and wide-reaching influence in the music industry.
“Anytime I’m going to dye my hair, I always get the butterflies. My hair to me, it’s just another kind of way to express myself and […] I feel like it’s always the beginning, kind of a new chapter.”
Troye Sivan's style is characterised by its blend of casual elegance and contemporary edge. He often opts for clean lines and minimalist designs, favouring well-tailored pieces that exude a sense of effortless sophistication. Sivan's wardrobe includes a mix of classic staples like crisp shirts and tailored trousers, which he frequently pairs with more modern, statement pieces such as oversized jackets and bold accessories. His colour palette tends to be muted, with occasional pops of vibrant hues, reflecting a balance between understated chic and youthful flair. This versatile approach allows him to seamlessly transition between laid-back, everyday looks and more polished, fashion-forward ensembles.
We break down two Troye Sivan-inspired hair looks that can be recreated with a personalised twist in the salon. Whether you’re aiming for the laid-back rock-and-roll vibe or a fresh take on natural curls, these looks are perfect for anyone looking to channel their inner Troye.
Christopher’s look pulls inspiration directly from Troye’s dishevelled, rock-and-roll aesthetic. While Troye often wears his hair with a soft, messy texture, Christopher’s interpretation leans into a slightly longer length, giving the same carefree vibe but with a more lived-in feel.
The Cut: To create the shaggy, textured style, the hair was cut using a razor, which creates layers and enhances the natural texture for that effortlessly tousled look Troye is known for.
The Colour: For the colour, created by Global Ambassador Lesley Jennison, the goal was to lift Christopher’s natural hue while staying true to Troye’s light, warm blonde shades. A heavy foiling technique was used, alternating two different foil patterns for maximum brightness and lift. The result is a fresh, dimensional blonde that complements his skin tone.
Pre-lighten:
- Foil A: IGORA VARIO BLONDE PLUS + IGORA ROYAL OIL DEVELOPER 3% (1:2)
- Foil B: IGORA VARIO BLONDE PLUS + IGORA ROYAL OIL DEVELOPER 6% (1:2) Alternate 1x Foil A to 2x Foil B.
Toning:
- IGORA VIBRANCE 9-1 + IGORA VIBRANCE ACTIVATOR GEL 1.9% (1:1)
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David’s look takes Troye’s rock-and-roll vibe and adapts it to his natural curls. The aim here is to embrace the texture and volume of David’s hair, allowing it to define the style while still pulling from Troye’s aesthetic.
The Cut: David’s haircut features short sides with a long, curly pompadour on top. This modern take on a classic pompadour allows his curls to stand out, with a clean, blended look that’s fresh and youthful.
The Colour: For David’s colour, created by Global Ambassador Lisa Farrell, foils were strategically placed in the front to brighten his natural curl pattern, while a peachy tone was applied to accentuate his skin tone and curls. The shoeshine technique on top added depth and dimension, enhancing the volume of the pompadour.
How to Achieve the Look:
Pre-lighten Foil:
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Pre-toned at Backwash:
- IGORA VIBRANCE 9.5-1 + IGORA VIBRANCE 9.5-11 + IGORA VIBRANCE ACTIVATOR LOTION 1.9% (3:1:4)
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By embracing the hair’s natural texture, experimenting with colour, and adopting Troye’s playful-yet-polished approach to fashion, you can help your clients create a look that’s uniquely their own – while still channelling a bit of that Troye magic. Ready to try it out? The style evolution is just a snip away!
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