Trend forecasting with a practical hair lens.
Annual Pinterest trend reports are generally extremely vivid in their presentation and sometimes even theatrical. This year’s trend book is no exception. Even trend names like Glamoratti or Extra Celestial sound pompous. But how do these concepts land outside curated feeds? This guide walks you through how emerging themes can shape hair choices that make sense for real life.
Glamoratti has a very distinct mood, and it is that of 80s glam with a touch of decadence. This is where volume simply cannot be compromised. Big curls, feathered layers, dramatic height at the crown, or a high ponytail with a bouffant base all fit the picture. Afro curls in particular feel at home in this trend, adding scale and presence without extra styling tricks.
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As the name suggests, Laced Up takes the focus away from the cut and brings it directly onto styling details. There are multiple options to choose from: a braid threaded with lace, a ponytail tied with a light lacy scarf, a classic blow-dry accompanied by a lace headpiece, or strips of lace woven directly into updos that echo recent runway styling.
Lacy hair accessories fit into so many aesthetics, from cottagecore and boho to regencycore and gothic. White and soft cream are the most familiar choices; however, pastel, bright, or black lace can bring a different energy to the look. Keep the hair soft and understated so the accessory sets the tone.
Makeup in deep, moody shades is one of the key elements in Vamp Romantic styling, so any haircut that opens up the face and draws attention to your eyes and lips is a go. Try graphic bangs that add an interesting frame to the face: pointy V-shaped bangs, blunt micro bangs, or go fully vampire chic with themed fang bangs.
Hair colors can amplify the effect. Dark bases with a red or violet gradient feel dramatic and expressive. Keep the texture soft and slightly undone so that the effect doesn’t feel theatrical.
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If you’re sick and tired of the clean girl aesthetic and picture-perfect feeds, Glitchy Glam will be a breath of fresh air. It makes “mistakes” and “imperfections” a part of its philosophy. On Pinterest, interest in asymmetrical lobs has jumped by 85%. Uneven lengths, undercuts, a mix of blunt and shaggy contours, funky bangs, and extreme side parts all add to the playful imbalance.
If color is your game, try split dye, dip dye ends, peekaboo panels, or eccentric pixelated hair. A mishmash of hair accessories is a recipe for a daily dose of healthy fashion rebellion.
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“The aliens have landed – and they have fabulous taste,” Pinterest describes the Extra Celestial trend. This aesthetic is dominated by sculptural ponytails, space buns, and slicked-back wet looks. Aim for healthy hair that reflects the light. Metallic shades, like silver, lavender, icy blue, or rose gold, can come either as a single color or as soft highlights. Need even more glow? Use glitter sparingly or weave metallic threads into the hair.
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Wilderkind takes the opposite route. Texture has a soft, loose, and imperfect look. This trend is largely represented by braids, particularly fishtail, rope, and crown braids. Relaxed half-up hairstyles with strands framing the face are very comfortable to wear and create a lived-in look.
The warm, natural shades of hair convey the tranquility of the forest. Hair accessories frequently take nature as their muse and show up in the form of fern prints, wildflower patterns, butterfly motifs, and branch-like silhouettes.
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Opera Aesthetic rounds up the selection with refinement and precision. Hair assumes a ceremonial quality here through structured upsweeps and elegant blowout techniques. The Old Hollywood waves are front and center, glossy and uniform. The French twist, ballerina bun, and chignon are all obvious choices for their class and elegance. They all suggest that a lot of attention, time, and skill went into them.
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With Pinterest Predicts 2026, we can have endless fun interpreting the trends with the new cuts, colors, and styling. If you want to get a more in-depth understanding of the trend, read our aesthetics guide and see how the different concepts are interconnected in fashion, beauty, and culture.
