Forget the champagne, the best way to ring in the new year is with a fresh hairstyle. Whether it’s a cut, a color change, or a styling switch-up, a new do lets you hit reset on your entire look this January. We’ve rounded up the top 2018 haircuts for women along with the latest tress trends and color choices to give y’all plenty of hair-spiration. Read on for the easiest ways to give yourself a mane makeover.
The Hot Hair Trends
2018’s new hairstyles center around things Southerners already love: Volume, bangs, ponytails and effortless waves.
Lots Of Volume
This one is a no brainer: Down South, volume is always in style. Beyond bouncy blowouts and teasing combs, this year it’s all about thicker, healthier-looking tresses. Try using volume-boosting products to create over-sized styles such as voluminous topknots or wide braids.
Bangs
While a great cut is crucial, what’s happening around the face is just as important. Update your look by adding bangs of any length or thickness.
Ponytails
Different variations of this classic style are going to be everywhere. There are so many ways to turn up your tail: Wear it high at the crown of your head or down by the nape, try a tiered style, or wrap the base in a chic ribbon.
Loose Waves
While polished curls are always pretty, more effortless textures are in. Show off your hair’s natural body by creating soft bend with your curling iron and spritzing in wave spray.
The Hot Hair CutsWhether you want a subtle change or full-blown transformation, these cuts are going to be the next big thing at the salon.
Short Hair Styles
Chin-Grazing Bob
The best way to make a blunt bob feel current is to keep the length at chin-level and only add layers on the inside.
Super Short Bob
If you like an edgy pixie, try rocking an extra short bob. It makes a statement while showing off your features.
Medium Length Styles
Blunt Ends With Face-Framing Layers
A straight-across cut makes hair appear fuller— just incorporate a few layers near the front to keep the style soft and feminine.
Textured Layers
A mid-length shag is a popular cut that also shows off your natural texture.
Long Hair Styles
Full Fringe
Thick bangs (from side swept to straight across) instantly add more intrigue to long lengths.
The Hot Hair ColorsIf you’re wanting to update your hue, look no further than these popular shades for blondes, brunettes, and redheads.
Beige
For a fresh take on bronde (the hair color that straddles the line between blonde and brown), try beige. It’s a light brown with warm, golden tones in it.
Vanilla Blonde
Move over, platinum, creamy vanilla is the new blonde on the block. It’s a warmer white without any icy undertones.
Chocolates, Cocoas and Caramels
For darker-haired beauties, go for rich candy-inspired tones like chocolates, cocoas and caramels.
