I’m Calling It—These 5 Expert-Approved Short Hair Trends Are About To Dominate Winter

I’m Calling It—These 5 Expert-Approved Short Hair Trends Are About To Dominate Winter

Now we’re in the full swing of autumn’s hair trends, I’m already wondering what winter short hair trends we’ll see for the end of 2024 and through to the beginning of 2025. After all, short haircuts have been having a major moment over the past couple of years (I’m looking at you, blunt bob, dolce vita crop and blunt lob haircut), and I’m not expecting to see them go anywhere anytime soon. In short (if you’ll pardon the pun) short hairstyles are easily the biggest hair trend right now.

Winter is great time to experiment with a bob haircut or shorter hairstyle like a lob (a long bob) or even shorter styles like a pixie, mixie, or bixie cuts. Cutting a shorter style is a great to reset your look and cut away hair damage or old hair colour left over from summer and autumn. Whether you opt for an expensive-looking bob haircut or a trending winter haircut, there are plenty of shorter styles to consider to ensure you look chic through winter and beyond.

So, what winter short hair trends can we expect to see this year? I asked expert hairstylist and hair trend forecaster, Tom Smith, to shed light on the sleekest short hairstyles we’re about to see everywhere this winter. Scroll ahead for all the trend inspiration you’ll need to finally book that haircut appointment.

Laser Cut Bob

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A sure-fire way to look polished is by opting for a blunt bob hairstyle—specifically the laser cut bob. [This is] a perfectly measured, sharp and precise, one-length bob that sits between the very top of the shoulder and the corner of the jaw,” says Smith, which “works best with a middle parting and can be combined with a fringe if desired.”

Imagine your hairdresser using a laser beam to cut your hair, resulting in super sharp and precise finish on the ends. This kind of style will require your hairstylist to use a precision cutting technique to achieve this laser accurate look.

Salome Mory with laser cut bob haircut

The beauty of the laser-cut bob, aside from its effortlessly chic appearance, is its versatility. “The length can be adjusted to suit many face shapes but for a softer result go for chin length or longer, or for a bolder alternative go above the chin,” says Smith. “Best styled straight or with minimal texture, this is a great option for those with fine hair as the cut will increase the appearance of thickness and density in the hair. Its also very easy to achieve for those with naturally flat or fine hair,” he says.

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Crown Curls

Mona Mali with crown curls

Crown curls are tipped to be a major winter short hair trend, which celebrates natural texture. “The ethereal softness we saw over the summer months and into autumn is fortifying into a bold and regal tower of texture,” says Smith. “With a curved silhouette and lots of volume this celebrates curls and their 3D power,” he says.

“This style can be adjusted to suit a variety of face shapes by lifting all the hair away from the face, or retaining some softness and face framing,” says Smith. “If you feel your face is longer, focus on volume from the width of the silhouette, while if you feel your face is shorter or wider, ensure maximum volume on the top. All types of curly and coily hair can achieve this look.”

Lena Farl with crown curls

Smith has some tips for getting the most out of your hair’s natural texture. “Shake out your hair once air dried (or blow-dried with the help of a diffuser) and comb and pat into place. For looser curl types, add a volumizing texture spray such as Sam McKnight Texture Spray, or a styling powder such as evo Haze,” he says. “For tighter textures, use curl creams and shine serums to add a layer of hydration and gloss without fear of losing volume.”

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Blunt Lob Haircut

Aida with blunt lob haircut

If you want to go shorter, but don’t want a bob hairstyle, then the lob—or long bob—could be the haircut for you. Typically, a lob sits between the jaw and the shoulder—think of it as the longer sister to the laser cut bob trend. With Google searches up 5,000% for blunt lob haircut, we’ll no doubt see this chic length dominate through winter, and the blunt edge makes this haircut super sleek and polished, not to mention making your hair look thicker and healthier. Plus, it’s also a great option for those who want to want to grow out a bob hairstyle into something a little longer. It’s a win-win.