8 Winter Hair Trends That Celebrity Hairstylists Say We’ll See Everywhere in 2025

I was loving the bitty bangs and piecey bangs this year, but the experts are looking at fuller fringe for winter. As Patterson shares, “These bangs are more of a statement bang. The key here is to keep the bottom line sharp and full, while extending them just slightly beyond the iris of each eye.” Also known as square cut fringe, all you’ll need is a flat brush and hair dryer to style them. And if you want to sport your new bangs with a box bob, you’ll be the talk of the season. 

French hairstyles were all the rage in 2024, but the experts say this British-inspired blowout is going to catch our eye next year. “It’s going to be popular this winter because we all want a style to wear well over a couple of days. The more tousled and slept on the better,” says Velasquez. Thanks to British icons like Kate Moss and Sienna Miller, this voluminous look suits any hair type. He suggests applying a hair serum and volumizing primer before blow drying with a medium round brush and hair dryer. He adds, “I set the hair with velcro rollers as I go, then follow up by taking a 1.25-inch curling iron and wrapping one to two inches of hair in varying directions.” 

I know that 2024 was the year of the bob—from the bixie to the hydro bob—and it's definitely not slowing down come January. One style that’s getting its moment? Textured bobs. “The soft layers and tousled finish creates an effortlessly cool vibe. It’s designed to look a little more messy [than usual], so it’s perfect for the elements inside and out,” Sharpton  shares. This low-maintenance look also doesn’t require much styling. He suggests applying a hair balm to enhance your natural texture without weighing hair down. He adds, “You want to allow a relaxed ‘just rolled out of bed’ aesthetic that’s great for the busy holiday season.”  

In the beginning of the year, I saw a surge in ‘90s hairstyles—and this layered bob is giving Monica Gellar vibes. Hairstylist Juli Akaneya says this trend is universally flattering for all hair types. “It’s a great transitional style for a mid-length cut. This bob consists of lots of layers, face-framing pieces and balanced weight at the bottom,” she shares. “I predict most people will rock this style with a voluminous blowout, but it’s so versatile that air drying will also look great.” Her salon technique: Apply a heat protectant (like Verb) and use a round brush to dry hair and lift at the roots for a bouncy finish. For extra shine like Selena Gomez above, work in some hair oil mid-shaft to ends. 

Speaking of the ‘90s, celebrity hairstylist Laura Polko is also seeing a rising trend straight from the runways and red carpets. She shares, “The trend specifically mimics classic ‘90s volume and curls. This bouncy hair is not only a timeless style, but when you’re looking for a last minute holiday look, this style is the solution.” Seen on stars like Sabrina Carpenter and Ayo Edebiri, this voluminous hairdo is done with a hair dryer and round brush—paying close attention to the roots. “Section out your hair and work from the roots up, pulling the hair in the opposite direction to its natural fall to achieve the ‘90s volume you’re looking for,” Polko explains. 

Listen, it’s a bob world and we’re just living in it. Celebrity hairstylist (and creator of the famous ‘Rachel’ cut) Chris McMillan predicts micro bobs are going to be the next short haircut everyone will flock to get at the salon. “A micro bob, or as I call it—an earlobe bob or hairline bob—is the shortest version of the classic bob haircut, where the hair typically sits at your chin or above,” he says. “It’s typically trending for winter because it gives that ‘tomboy chic’ look, which is having a resurgence.” Thankfully, the micro bob works on all face shapes and hair types. According to McMillan, it can also be styled in various ways, from tucking one side behind the ear to slicking it back. 

If you thought curtain bangs were out, you were strongly mistaken. McMillan believes the face framing layers are making a comeback. “Curtain bangs are going to continue to be a big trend for winter. These cuts are flattering on everybody,” he shares. “Another reason why they’re really popular is because you can pull your hair back and still have a hairstyle around your face, whether you wear your hair in a ponytail or in a claw clip—you’ll always have a little ‘party in the front.’” To style your new fringe, the stylist recommends applying blow dry spray to smooth the hair before using a big round brush to fluff up the bangs. 

Additional Experts

• Juli Akaneya is a New York-based hairstylist who specializes in editorial, advertising and high fashion looks. She has previously worked with brands like Something Navy, Verb and Veronica Beard. 
• Laura Polko is a celebrity hairstylist based in Los Angeles, who has over 15 years of experience in the industry. Her work has been featured in Vogue, Allure, Harper's Bazaar and Cosmopolitan, as well as on red carpet events, movie premieres and fashion shows. Her clients include Gigi Hadid, Priyanka Chopra, Chrissy Teigen and many more.
• Chris McMillan is a celebrity hairstylist with more than three decades of experience in the industry. He is the creator of ‘The Rachel,’ the famous haircut rocked by Jennifer Aniston on Friends. His other clients include Kim Kardashian, Miley Cyrus, Reese Witherspoon and more.