Ever found yourself flipping through old family photo albums, laughing at your parents’ questionable hairstyle choices from decades past? I know, 80s perms and 90s frosted tips looked extremely cool back then. But who in their right mind would subject their locks to such torture in this day and age?
As we usher in a new year, it’s time to bid farewell to those outdated cuts, colors, and styling that simply don’t belong in 2024. Secure your spot in the family album with a look worth bragging about, not cringing at!
The era of stiff, one-length hair is officially over! “There is a big rise in haircuts that encourage movement and texture,” says Natalie Crank, the director at HEIR Salon. “Think layers, bangs, curl enhancing and ‘shag’ style haircuts.” Sleek and polished styles are making way for undone, natural looks that exude effortless elegance.
The shift from blunt to layered styles signifies a desire for low-maintenance, versatile cuts that reflect individual style and authenticity. “People are loving the soft, flowing movement and versatility that layered cuts offer,” notes Nikia Londy, founder of Intriguing Hair. “It’s all about creating depth and texture for a personalized look that suits any face shape or hair type.”
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The bowl cut is no longer cutting it! Once a quirky choice, it is now considered outdated and unflattering. In 2024, it’s all about modern, versatile styles that can be customized to suit your unique preferences. Whether you’re pondering over a pixie cut or a cute bob, it’s time to ditch the bowl and embrace a fresh new look.
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Say goodbye to solid colors and root touch-ups; the multi-tonal revolution is here! “We are seeing a rise in multi-tonal colors, even grey hair blending,” observes Natalie Crank. Single-tone solid colors are so last season, leaving your locks looking as flat as yesterday’s news and as lifeless as a dated hair helmet.
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Chunky highlights are taking a backseat as subtle techniques steal the spotlight. “Rather than creating a statement look, these techniques are focussing on adding dimension to the hair,” explains Emma Jarvis, salon owner of The Hair Base. The aim is to create more nuanced and sophisticated looks.
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Warmth is the new cool! “We have been seeing a trend that clients are moving away from icy blonde and white blonde,” remarks Mario Russo, owner of Salon Mario Russo. “Clients are moving towards more natural colors across the spectrum.” Replace the high-maintenance icy platinum look with delicious warmer blonde tones. Think buttercream or honey blonde tones that offer brightness with a touch of natural allure.
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Out with the old, in with the au naturel! Forget about meticulously sculpted, heat-styled locks – it’s all about embracing your inner beauty with wash-and-go styles and natural textures. “In terms of styling we are seeing less and less ‘straightened’ hair,” Natalie Crank shares her observation.
Whether you’re rocking curls, waves, or straight locks, it’s time to put down the heat tools and embrace air-dried styles. The era of overloading on styling products and scorching heat tools is officially out. People are now all about pampering their hair, prioritizing health, and celebrating their natural texture. Heatless styling techniques, from heatless overnight curls to braids and twists, are gaining momentum.
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The days of relaxers, perms, and texture changes are numbered. With growing awareness of harmful chemicals, women are making informed choices, and whispers of FDA bans on certain chemicals add weight to this hair revolution.
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As the calendar turns to a new chapter, let’s close the book on those cringe-worthy hair trends. Say goodbye to the relics of the past and embrace a fresh, on-trend look for 2024. From layered cuts to multi-tonal colors and natural textures, there are so many possibilities to stay on-trend and add a touch of personal flair.
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