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10 Winter Hair Trends You Need to Copy Right Now

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Headshot of Tatjana FreundBy Tatjana Freund
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There’s no denying it anymore: it's officially winter. As we start frantically consulting gift guides and purchasing plane tickets back home, it’s also important to turn your eye inward. An unspoken beauty rule, which is pretty much now law, is that when the seasons change, you should change your hair. Whether you want to try out a new style, add length, or simply try out some new hair accessories, this is the time to take the plunge. Not sure where to start? No worries—we spoke to celebrity hairstylists Guy Tang and David Lopez to break down the season’s best trends. Here, find the 10 best winter hair trends we expect to see everywhere by New Year's. G

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Autumnal Hues

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When the leaves start to change colors, it’s a sign to follow suit with your hair. “Since copper tones have been a trend all year, I think it will continue into winter, but with a deeper rich copper tone,” says Tang. “Most people like to go darker in winter, so rich tones of any shade are a way to transition to a winter color.”

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Side Parts

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An aughts throwback has never looked so good. We all swore off side parts forever, but with a single Instagram post, Kim Kardashian is making us reconsider. While center parts will never go out of style, this winter, mimic the trendsetters with this nostalgic look.

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Winter Blonde

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Many natural blondes may head to the salon for a highlight or two, but we love the natural look. “Blondes will most likely go slight darker by adding caramel and beige tones,” says Tang. This darker, moodier blonde is somewhere between sun-kissed and brunette, and we’re loving it.

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Revenge Bangs

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A fresh chop can be one of the most rewarding experiences. This take on bangs is edgier than the classic. Swept to the side, we get full 2000s nostalgia, and adding some texture spray or pomade to the ends helps keep them spiky, too.

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’90s Volume

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Full, voluminous hair will never go out of style. Whether you’re rocking a full ’90s blowout or just looking to add a hint of oomph, winter is the time to try this look out for yourself. And don’t worry if your hair needs extra encouragement—hot rollers and a volumizing spray can work miracles, even on fine textures.

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Buzzy Cuts

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Ready to take it to the next level? Whether you’ve been debating taking the plunge or you want to make a split-second decision, buzz cuts are back in a big way. They’re effortless, cool, and so chic. Just be sure to stock up on warm hats for the winter, since your head might get a little chilly.

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Glossy Strands

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This hair is so shiny, it almost blinds us. “We’re seeing a big push towards the healthy hair trend,” says Lopez. “Hair that is glossy, healthy, freshly trimmed, and slightly deeper in tone.” A fresh cut and some hydrating products are the simplest way to rock this trend.

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Tatjana Freund
Fashion & Luxury Commerce Editor

Tatjana Freund is Hearst's Fashion & Luxury Commerce Editor, covering beauty, fashion and more across multiple brands. Previously, she worked at ELLE.com and Marie Claire. She's a fan of whiskey neat, podcasts that give her nightmares, and one time Zoë Kravitz laughed at a joke she made. 

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