Long, brushed-out curls with soft movement defined Tate McRae’s 2026 Met Gala look, styled by celebrity hairstylist Chad Wood (@chadwoodhair) using K18 Hair products. The finish is polished but effortless, with a loose bend through the lengths and airy volume that keeps the shape soft and touchable.
The look builds on her “Golden Melt Blonde” color by Matt Rez (@colorbymattrez), Paul Mitchell Global Color Artist and epres™ Global Celebrity Colorist and Vice President of Artist Development, with styling focused on enhancing natural texture while expanding the shape. Diffusing, alternating curling iron work and brushing…
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