25 Best Winter Hairstyles Perfect for Even the Coldest Days
We'll just say it: We're ready for the holidays.
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Summer is officially over. Now that temperatures have dropped, we're ready to start thinking about all the fun winter activities we have to look forward to: Snow days, (socially distanced) holiday parties, peppermint everything, TV show premieres, and so much more! But winter can also bring some seriously harsh weather. We all know about braving the elements with heavy coats and cozy socks, but you also need a chic winter hairstyle that can stay looking great through it all, no matter how grey and dreary the weather. Bonus: these styles will also look great over Zoom.
We're taking inspiration from some of our favorite celebrities, ranging from beautiful updos and beach waves to headbands and glitter looks that are easy to recreate at home. Good to know: You may need a curling iron, hair dryer, or flat iron to achieve some of the below looks. And if you're not quite ready to think about winter, check out fall hairstyle trends. Start planning your hair look for the holidays and every other day with these trendy winter hairstyles:
Wavy Bob
A wavy bob is both chic and playful. A look like Viola Davis' is perfect for any occasion — whether you're attending a Zoom Christmas party or having a low-key holiday gathering.
Shaggy Crop
This winter is a great time to try out a low maintenance hairstyle like a piece-y crop. Keep your hair short but give it texture with tons of different lengths and layers, like Zoë Kravitz.
Loose Low Pony
Somehow, Lauren Conrad's breezy ponytail looks both polished and undone. Sweep hair back into a messy ponytail, leaving out face-framing pieces. Using a wide barrel curling iron, add random waves throughout.
Sleek, Flipped Out Ends
At the Vice Presidential debate, all eyes might have been on the fly — but they should have been on Senator Kamala Harris' hair. You can achieve a style like this with a silk press — either in a salon or at home!
Updo with Sleek Bangs
If you have bangs, make them the start of the show with this easy updo. Smooth your bangs and leave out a few longer pieces behind the ears for dimension. Bang queen Dakota Johnson is the perfect inspiration.
Braided Ponytail
Take a high ponytail to the next level by braiding it. Tease your hair a bit at the scalp like Kelly Clarkson to ensure tons of volume at the crown.
Side Parted Bob
Add a little more dimension to a sleek bob with a deep side part like Allison Janney. Sweeping hair over one eye helps accentuate your cheekbones and jawline.
Low Bun with Single Coil
This show-stopping hairstyle is sure to catch everyone's eye. Channel Issa Rae by pulling hair into a low bun at the nape of your neck, leaving out one lock in the front. Create a tight curl with a small barrel curling iron, and your hair will be the center of attention — even if you're wearing a mask.
Voluminous Ponytail
Leave it to Kate Middleton to always serve us hair inspiration. This perfectly coifed ponytail is easier to achieve than it looks. Style by flipping out the ends of your hair, then pull hair into a ponytail (you can tease your roots for extra volume!). Finish by wrapping hair around the elastic to hide it and securing with bobby pins.
Statement Hair Accessory
Transform a high ponytail into a look fit for royalty with a statement hair piece like Regina King. Fasten into hair to create a cool textural contrast.
Slicked Back Strands
Hillary Duff rocks the wet look by slicking back the front of her middle-parted look and leaving the rest of her hair down. You can pin hair behind your ears for extra security.
Tousled Bob
Loosen up your locks and channel Mandy Moore's wavy bob. Use a 1" curling wand to get a uniform curl pattern, then once the style has cooled off, run your fingers through your hair to get this relaxed look.
Elegant Top Knot
Gabrielle Union knows that end-of-the-year parties are all about the glitz and glam — even if they're socially distanced! A chic top knot is a great hairdo when you don't have a ton of time to curl or straighten your tresses.
Statement Headbands
Leave it to model Ashley Graham to make us smile just by adding a fun headband to her red carpet look. Use one with an elegant updo for a night out, or add one to disguise and dress up a bad (or lazy!) hair day.
Long, Glossy Locks
No, you don't need to splurge on a professional blowout to replicate Jessica Alba's glamorous curls. All you need is a steady hand and a large round brush, a hair dryer brush or a 2" curling iron.
Loose Polished Waves
A slight curl at the tips of her hair give Eva Longoria a sophisticated look. No matter if you have two or 10 minutes, you can easily pull off an effortless beach wave.
Messy Beach Waves
No matter where you actually are, if you want to feel like you're by the beach, follow Gwenyth Paltrow's effortless lead. Use a curling iron on your locks, then smooth them over with a shine spray to make them look slightly more polished.
Glitter Play
Get playful with your holiday look by adding a burst of glitter to your hair, like Julianne Hough! To get the look, mix your glitter with a dollop of hair gel, then carefully place in desired areas. Add more depending on how intense you want the look to be, and then set the glitter with a strong hairspray to keep it in check.
Full Blown Bangs
Dare to take the chop and get bangs similar to Jameela Jamil's to switch things up this winter. With so many ways to style bangs, you're bound to have a lot of fun. Not ready to commit? Try them out by using clip-ins instead!
Timeless Middle Part
Victoria's Secret model Lily Aldridge knows that a simple, sleek look can be the chicest style choice of all.
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