Last updated: September 01, 2020
5 Hair Trends We Spotted At New York Fashion Week
5 Trends Hairdressers Need To Know From Fashion Week
Yes, we love running around the shows at NYFW—seeing the creative minds behind the hair, makeup and clothes explode into backstage magic. We also don’t mind seeing the collections first…but our fave part is scoping out new styling techniques from lead stylists and hair trends that will translate from the runway to the streets (and the salons!).
We’re sharing five trends every hairdresser needs to know this season, plus tips and products to achieve these looks on your clients. Scroll through each of the trends, then tap through to the articles below!
1. Disco Texture:
Disco curls, crimped texture and high-volume waves worthy of a dance floor were literally everywhere this season. But before you can achieve high glamour, prep is a major key to setting these looks—think braids, curl sets and a crimper revival!
The Blonds by Kevin Hughes (hairbyeleven) for Moroccanoil®️
The Blonds by Kevin Hughes (hairbyeleven) for Moroccanoil®️
The Blonds by Kevin Hughes (hairbyeleven) for Moroccanoil®️
ph5 by Rodney Cutler (@cutlersalon) for Redken and Cutler Salons
ph5 by Rodney Cutler (@cutlersalon) for Redken and Cutler Salons
ph5 by Rodney Cutler (@cutlersalon) for Redken and Cutler Salons
Cinq á Sept by Kien Hoang (@kienhoang) for Oribe
3.1 Phillip Lim by Gary Gill (@garygillhair) for Aveda and Dyson
3.1 Phillip Lim by Gary Gill (@garygillhair) for Aveda and Dyson
Christian Cowan by Laurent Philippon (@laurentphilippon) for Bumble and bumble.
Christian Cowan by Laurent Philippon (@laurentphilippon) for Bumble and bumble.
Christian Cowan by Laurent Philippon (@laurentphilippon) for Bumble and bumble.
Michael Kors by Orlando Pita (@orlandopita) // Instagram via @orlandopita
Kate Spade New York by Odile Gilbert (@odilegilbert_official)
Kate Spade New York by Odile Gilbert (@odilegilbert_official)
The Blonds by Kevin Hughes (hairbyeleven) for Moroccanoil®️
TAP HERE: Learn 8 Ways To Prep, Set & Style Disco Waves
2. High Shine Hairline:
We’ve seen finger waves and wet looks in past seasons, but a more subtle yet defined slick look is having its moment now, a high shine hairline. This slightly off-the-face definition gives off a more matte, gritty vibe evoking a badass ‘too cool for you’ look.
Helmut Lang by Holli Smith (@hollismithhead) for Oribe and Dyson
Helmut Lang by Holli Smith (@hollismithhead) for Oribe and Dyson
Helmut Lang by Holli Smith (@hollismithhead) for Oribe and Dyson
Tomo Koizumi by Guido Palau (@guidopalau) for Redken
Tomo Koizumi by Guido Palau (@guidopalau) for Redken
Sally Lapointe by Bob Recine (@bobrecine) for Redken and Cutler Salons // Instagram via @bobrecine
Chromat by Kien Hoang (@kienhoang) for Oribe
Helmut Lang by Holli Smith (@hollismithhead) for Oribe and Dyson
3. Hair Accessories & Hardware:
From an ’80s scrunchie comeback to silver chains and rhinestone-bedazzled braids, hair accessories were all over the runways and the streets. Here’s what you need to know: Invest in some on-trend hair accessories (or craft materials?) and get creative, or ask clients to bring in their own hair accessories to customize any look.
Veronica Beard by Kevin Hughes (hairbyeleven) for Moroccanoil®️
Veronica Beard by Kevin Hughes (hairbyeleven) for Moroccanoil®️
Marc Jacobs by Guido Palau (@guidopalau) for Redken
Lanyu by Aubrey Loots (@lootypics) for Wella Professionals
Lanyu by Aubrey Loots (@lootypics) for Wella Professionals
Sandy Liang by Mandee Tauber (@mandeetauber) for Oribe
Christian Siriano by Justine Marjan (@justinemarjan) for ghd Professional Instagram via @justinemarjan
Tibi by Frank Rizzieri (@frankrizzieri) for Aveda
Tibi by Frank Rizzieri (@frankrizzieri) for Aveda
Tibi by Frank Rizzieri (@frankrizzieri) for Aveda
Mansur Gavriel by Laurent Philippon (@laurentphilippon) for Bumble and bumble.
Mansur Gavriel by Laurent Philippon (@laurentphilippon) for Bumble and bumble.
Veronica Beard by Kevin Hughes (hairbyeleven) for Moroccanoil®️
TAP HERE: 8 Easy Ways To Add Accessories Into Your Styling Routine
4. Wigs For Days: Some of the most creative and iconic looks we see on the runway, models and celebs have this in common—wigs! Why? Using a wig as your hair canvas will allow you more time to unlock, explore and harness your creative vision. Plus, we’re always impressed by the seamless application skills we see backstage.
Jeremy Scott by Eugene Souleiman (@eugenesouleiman) for Wella Professionals and ghd Professional
Jeremy Scott by Eugene Souleiman (@eugenesouleiman) for Wella Professionals and ghd Professional
Jeremy Scott by Eugene Souleiman (@eugenesouleiman) for Wella Professionals and ghd Professional
Jeremy Scott by Eugene Souleiman (@eugenesouleiman) for Wella Professionals and ghd Professional
Kaimin by Peter Gray (@petergrayhair) @anti.collective @easihairpro // Photo courtesy @studiojprobbins
Kaimin by Peter Gray (@petergrayhair) @anti.collective @easihairpro // Photo courtesy @studiojprobbins
Kaimin by Peter Gray (@petergrayhair) @anti.collective @easihairpro // Photo courtesy @studiojprobbins
Batsheva by Dennis Lanni (@dennislanni)
Anna Sui by Garren (@garrennewyork) for R+Co // Instagram via @randco
Jeremy Scott by Eugene Souleiman (@eugenesouleiman) for Wella Professionals and ghd Professional
Psst…the BTC #ONESHOT Hair Awards added a wig category and other newbies so check them all out here HERE and take your shot.
5. Low Buns & Knots:
It’s the official model off-duty look that embodies natural chicness where street style meets high fashion. Low knots and buns are client-friendly but the creative accents (like braids and twists) only you can add will keep them coming back for more.
Dion Lee by Eugene Souleiman (@eugenesouleiman) for Wella Professionals // Instagram via @wellahairusa
Dion Lee by Eugene Souleiman (@eugenesouleiman) for Wella Professionals // Instagram via @wellahairusa
Brandon Maxwell by Bob Recine (@bobrecine) for Aveda // Instagram via @bobrecine
Brandon Maxwell by Bob Recine (@bobrecine) for Aveda
Brandon Maxwell by Bob Recine (@bobrecine) for Aveda
Brandon Maxwell by Bob Recine (@bobrecine) for Aveda
Alice + Olivia by Stacey Bendet by Justine Marjan (@justinemarjan) for ghd Professional
Alice + Olivia by Stacey Bendet by Justine Marjan (@justinemarjan) for ghd Professional // Instagram via @justinemarjan
Alice + Olivia by Stacey Bendet by Justine Marjan (@justinemarjan) for ghd Professional // Instagram via @justinemarjan
Self Portrait by Jimmy Paul (@jimmypaulhair) for Bumble and bumble.
Self Portrait by Jimmy Paul (@jimmypaulhair) for Bumble and bumble.
Dion Lee by Eugene Souleiman (@eugenesouleiman) for Wella Professionals // Instagram via @wellahairusa
TAP HERE: 4 Client-Friendly Low Knots & Buns, Plus Styling Tips!
Feelin’ updo fever? TAP HERE for a multi-textured look by Naeemah LaFond!