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The 6 main hair trends that will triumph in 2025, according to experts

We bring back some of the haircuts that have been trending in 2024 and that will continue to be present during 2025.

Hair is a deeply personal experience. It's part of your identity and how you present yourself to the world, and the slightest change can either make you feel elated or send you into a tailspin (who hasn't cried over a bad haircut or color job?). Trusting a stylist to deliver your desired results is a gamble, just as risky as trusting yourself to find a hairstyle you feel confident in.

We're about to welcome a new year full of beauty updates, with hairstyles and haircuts taking center stage. So what better time than now to change up your look? Over the past year, TikTok users have created a flurry of hair trends, from Sophie Richie-inspired buns to curtain bangs with 70s-style fringes. As we look ahead to 2025, there are a variety of trends to look out for, so we've created a guide to six of the most popular haircuts of 2024 to keep in mind for the new year.

In order to round up the six hottest hair trends of 2024, we combed through product launches, looked at runways and red carpets, and consulted seven stylists and experts who know their way around a salon chair. Maximalists, minimalists, and everyone in between are sure to find a trend they resonate with. Who knows? Maybe you want to add volume to your hair with hair extensions or bleach it. The possibilities, as always, are endless.

Volume, volume and more volume

“With the mob wife aesthetic still popular, I think voluminous styles will continue to be a huge trend for next year. I see intentionally messy hairstyles continuing to be popular this year,” says Laura Polko, a reputable hairstylist based in Los Angeles. Justine Marjan, a hairstylist based in Los Angeles, also predicts that next year we’ll see “layered cuts with lots of volume. We’re seeing more natural-looking voluminous curls that need a layered cut to support the added texture and lift at the root.” If you have fine hair that resists curls, Marjan recommends extensions like those from Great Lengths to add some volume. Try to secure any voluminous styles with lots of hairspray to keep the hair in place.

Natural

If you're tired of regular salon visits and your hair is begging for a break, this will be your year. According to hairstylist Cody Renegar, the next few months will be all about falling in love with natural hair color and texture. “Au naturale, classic looks, but with a personal touch, will be trending next year. I see people going back to their roots, leaning toward low-maintenance options right now,” he says. So whether you're growing out your roots or learning how to work your curly hair, you can trust that you're on trend. “More and more people want to embrace their natural texture. If you have a great haircut, all you need is a little product to help, whether it's to eliminate frizz or define curls,” explains Kelly Macedo, hairstylist and owner of Interior Hair in Los Angeles.

Rebel Pixie

Harry Josh, hairstylist and founder of Harry Josh Pro Tools , says, “I see a big, unruly cut, like Florence Pugh’s, becoming popular in the coming months. We’re seeing short, dramatic haircuts replacing the long, wavy look that has ruled the media for the past 10 years.” Getting a haircut is an easy, yet dramatic, way to change up your style in an instant, and it might be time for those who want to make a bold change to their look. Amy Abramite, hairstylist and creative director of Maxine Salon in Chicago, recommends visiting the salon for touch-ups every four weeks when sporting this look. “The everyday style is low maintenance – no heat tools like flat irons and blow dryers required. Just combing straight up and setting with wax for a matte finish will do the trick,” she adds.

Bleached blonde

Not everyone is into low-maintenance looks. Bleaching hair is still a very popular choice among women, as evidenced by celebrities like Beyoncé and Rihanna. And it's not just platinum blonde hair that's turning heads, but "warm colors are also becoming very popular. Think honey hair and golden blondes," says Renegar. However, if you do try bleaching your hair yourself, make sure you use bond-supporting products that will help reduce and repair damage should it happen.

'Bob up'

The chin-length bob has always been a sophisticated choice (Twiggy's hair in the 1972 film The Boy Friend springs to mind), and everyone is catching on. "A lot of clients are coming into our salons wanting a chin-length cut right now. It's chic, timeless and very stylish," says Macedo. It's also super easy to style—use a blow-dryer to add some heat to your hair and use a little product. Plus, applying dry shampoo in the morning will keep your style bouncy and fresh for days after washing it .

'Bond girl'

L’Oréal Professionnel and Kerasilk are getting into the molecular bond repair game and for good reason – simply because it works . “Users can see and feel the noticeable improvements in hair strength, texture and appearance. Thanks to innovation and social media, there is increased awareness about hair health and the effects of colouring, heat styling and environmental stressors. When combined with in-salon treatment and at-home care, the results are impressive as damage and breakage are addressed with this scientific approach,” explains Min Kim, L’Oréal Professionnel Global Ambassador. These formulas don’t just work on the surface of strands; instead, the amino acids within them repair the internal structure of each hair, effectively reversing damage and leaving hair silkier and healthier.