Winter lingers too months after the end of the holiday season, which feels like a cruel twist of fate. After all, there is such an emphasis on the glamor of holiday hairstyles that we forget that life goes on after the ball drops. But this post-holiday stretch, according to hair experts, is the real deal haircut transformations start — and this winter we’ll cut it all off.
“Shorter styles are a big trend this winter because they’re easy to style and take less time to blow out,” says hairstylist Donavin Maxwell. And about Emma Stone Golden Globes Santa debut was any indicator, the shorter the better.
Not ready for a dramatic hack? Test the waters with a change in the bangs. “Many of my customers ask for soft, fancy curtain fringe“, says Maxwell, noting the surge in requests for bangs in the new year. Or use this gathering time to prioritize hair growth and opt for long, low-maintenance layers.
Ahead, celebrity hairstylists dish out the best winter haircut trends, from chic bobs to mermaid cutto inspire your fresh start.
Experts featured in this story
Donavin Maxwell is a NYC-based hairdresser and FEKKAI ambassador.
Dimitris Giannetos is a celebrity hairdresser and colorist. His clients include Megan Fox, Amal Clooney, Camila Cabello and many more
