The 10 Biggest Haircut Trends Of Winter 2021
A Guide To Winter’s Hair Trends: 10 Haircuts Every Client Will Be Requesting
Selena Gomez has a lob, Kourt K ~goes punk~ and “Euphoria” is returning to our screens—some would say, pop culture is peaking again. There are A LOT of trends to keep up with as we head into the final days of 2021. That’s why we’re sharing the 10 biggest haircuts on your clients’ request lists this season. Keep scrollin’ for BTC’s Winter 2021 Trend Report, including tips on how to achieve each look!
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1. Blunt, Chopped Lob
If we learned anything this year, it’s that Kourtney Kardashian is “the most interesting to look at.” Along with this *Kourt goes punk* persona, came a new haircut. The one-length lob is BACK, so get ready with key techniques that make this cut a cool-girl staple. Learn how to remove unwanted bulk throughout the ends, and get pro tips for styling a lob with flat-iron waves.
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2. Pixie Haircut + Fringe
The wait for “Euphoria” season two is almost over. Until then, we can obsess over the cast’s IRL beauty looks—like Gen Z star Storm Reid and her new ‘90-inspired pixie. According to her hairstylist and Matrix Brand Ambassador Greg Gilmore (@greg_gilmore), we can expect A LOT more pixie shapes and styles this season. Learn how to cut and style a curly pixie in this 90-minute online course with Greg!
Struggle with styling pixie haircuts? Read these pro tips!
- Pixie Styling: Marcel Curls, Flat Irons + Finger Waves
- Pixie Haircuts: What You (And Your Clients) Need To Know
- @brianacisneros’ Best Tricks For Styling A Pixie
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3. Barely-There Bangs
Regardless of how effortless a client’s fringe looks, we know it requires a LOT of upkeep. After a year of curtain bangs, clients are moving toward a “barely there” bang moment that is soft, wispy and seamless.
Pro Tip: Beverly Hills stylist @andreahenty always preps this type of fringe by blow-drying the hair and straightening with a few flat iron passes, then she point-cuts with ARC™ Scissors PARAGON II.
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4. The Rachel 2.0
2021 brought us a “Friends” reunion, and a Rachel-inspired trend revival—short, choppy layers beveled in to sweep the face-frame! The Rachel 2.0 channels the original ’90s haircut created by Jennifer Aniston’s longtime stylist Chris McMillan (@mrchrismcmillan) with a soft update.
Ready to recreate the look? Read three tips for cutting texturized layers WITHOUT texturizing shears!
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5. Midlength Effortless Texture
Invisible layers, midlength texture, “don’t remove any length”—whatever you call it, this versatile haircut is your No.1 moneymaker this season! Keep clients coming back to your chair to give their hair some life without committing to a major chop. But first, read three tips for cutting visible texture with midlength layers.
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6. Chin-Length Bob
This just in! Bobs are getting shorter this season. The secret to achieving this on-trend haircut is creating blunt lines that maintain an element of softness. Don’t feel confident cutting a micro bob? We’ve got you: Watch this 90-minute how-to from #ONESHOT Bob/Lob Winner @chrisjones_hair!
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7. French Bob
The French, cool-girl edit includes: Tailored blazers, crisp white button-downs, black velvet—and a short bob with fringe, of course. Here are some pointers! Achieve the trend by taking bobs to the jawline or cheek bone, pair with some fringe and BEVEL away.
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8. Shaggy Layers + See Through Bangs
A 2021 trend report would NOT be complete without a shag moment! What we’re seeing on the radar: Clients are opting for see-through, curtain fringe and more subtle shaggy layers. The KEYS to perfecting this version of the shag are learning how to cut layers like a pro and understanding WHY cutting the corners are crucial.
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9. Princess Diana Cut
If you binged “The Crown” or gushed over Kristen Stewart’s new starring role in “Spencer” like us—you’ve had Princess Diana on your mind this year. Her iconic style is still relevant today and has graced our Instagram feeds, TV screens and is now on your client’s inspo boards.
Pro Tip: Think of the mullet as a blueprint for this haircut, crop the length and style with a feathered-out blowout to fully embrace the look.
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10. Buzz Cuts
If your client has been looking for a sign to buzz off their locks for the ultimate edgy statement—THIS is it! The “Gossip Girl” reboot cast, our fave Hollywood heirs and Gen Z celebs are requesting ultra-short cuts, often paired with a dip dye or bleach job. We love to see it!
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