"Medium, one-length haircuts will be trending for summer 2022," Hurtado predicts. Why is the simple style coming back? She explains, "They're low maintenance, not too long and not too short, and you can still put your hair up."
Stylists are seeing more transitional colors — warm caramel highlights, bright coppers, shadow roots, and “brondes” — but that doesn't mean we're playing it safe. Those with bold proclivities are experimenting with two-tone hair and moodier colors like hazy purples and Barbie-inspired pinks.
Clearly the famous faces – or their stylists' – have been taking notes from the catwalks: At the spring/summer 2022 fashion shows it was apparent that one key hair trend was set to rule this season: straight and sleek strands.
Bangs are big in 2022, and there are plenty of bang trends to choose from this year. Bangs are a great way to change up your look and can work for all hair types and face shapes. And, contrary to popular belief, bangs can actually be low maintenance!
Side bangs tend to soften facial features that get harsh with age and bring attention to your eyes. This style of bangs will also help you to avoid your hair from falling flat.
Loose waves are more younger-looking, while straight hair can be aging. Play around with face-framing layers to give your hair some softness and movement. Layers can also make your hair appear to be more luscious and healthy. Parra recommends asking your stylist for perimeter layers that are cut in a straight line.
"The theme for summer 2022 is softness. It's all about cuts that require minimal heat and product styling, and can easily be swept into a claw clip while on the go." Natalia said that the layers are not as dramatic as those belonging to the shag haircut.
Gear up for an influx in lowlights, highlights and toning with five tips to achieve the perfect bronde formula. “Brunettes are going strong for this year,” adds Cassondra. “All shades from warm to cool tones and also [dimensional] brunettes with movement like babylights and some beautiful balayage pieces.”
“The shag— or super layered hair cut— is the trend,” says Saviano. “It works on almost every hair texture and length, and you can even style this look with or without bangs. It gives off a cool, low maintenance vibe, and truly brings out the best of natural hair texture, as the layered cut gives the hair movement.”
“Curtain bangs are the ultimate bang for versatility this spring and summer,” Moe predicts. “Whether you're ready to commit to a fresh, new cut or simply want to try out the look with a clip-in piece, curtain bangs are great for everyone. They're shorter in the center and then slowly taper into the length on the sides.
Caramel, honey, gold, copper, and strawberry give a healthy brightness that makes us look and feel younger. (Framing your face with lighter shades draws the eye away from any complexion concerns, as well.)
Some people say that bangs never make a woman look older. Others claim they are not age-appropriate for seniors. The truth is somewhere in the middle: a fringe can upgrade your look if designed right or ruin it if cut improperly. We've found 30 flattering pictures that prove bangs for older women work too!
Layered cuts give a unique volume effect to your hair. If you need a fresh haircut, but you feel totally uninspired in this period, I'd recommend you to go for a modern layered cut. It's one of the best hairstyle trends in 2023 after all.
"As we move into 2023, we'll be seeing a bit more of a '70s resurgence," Fekkai says. If you're ready to get groovy with this cut ask your stylist for rounded bangs with rounded corners. "It's similar to a bob cut with the addition of subtle layers added to allow for movement to your hair," Fekkai notes.
Heavy Layers
Heavily layered cuts inspired by "The Rachel," Jennifer Aniston's renowned cut from Friends, is another '90s trend experiencing a second wave in 2022.
Consider your hair texture
“If your hair is fine or thin, a heavy fringe may not work because there isn't enough weight for the hair to lay in place. Thick hair may have trouble with a baby bangs because it would need to be thinned out a lot to lay flat.
Bangs for women over 50
Bangs are back and they're for everybody. Sure, curtain bangs are trending at the moment, but there's also blunt bangs, shaggy bangs, feathered bangs, baby bangs…the list goes on.