The Bixie The mixie cut took centre stage last year, but for 2023, we'll see the bold short haircuts continuing, predicts Robert Eaton, creative director for Russell Eaton Salons and technical director for Wella Professionals. "Haircuts with strong shapes are going to be a key statement in 2023," he says.
Short haircuts are more on trend than ever for 2023 and the number of short hairstyles you can try are endless. If you're wondering which short hairstyles are in style for 2023, you're in luck because I've rounded up fresh pics from today's hairstylists of the best short hairstyles and short haircuts.
Rich Chocolate
Rich is 2023's primary descriptor, and this goes double for brunettes. Those opting to stay in their brown-mane lane would do well to consider crossing fully into the dark side. Roszak recommends subtle, dimensional highlights—more for shine then anything else—and an overall deepening of the hue.
Bobs are still very much in vogue, and Syd Hayes predicts that the “box” style will be one of the most popular for 2023. “It's an extremely classic Vidal Sassoon bob,” says Hayes. “A sharp shape, that's striking—less about the layers and more about straight lines and angles.” It's the epitome of a power haircut.
Forget what you've heard – balayage is here to stay. This particular shade is great for brunettes looking for a low maintenance way to lighten things up, and bring warmth to the face. Defined by its natural and lived-in appearance, this hue remains popular for good reason.
Everyone seems to be becoming a redhead this year. But one LA-inspired hair color movement is slowly trickling down into top salons — and it's set to take over from one of the most-requested color appointments, balayage. Enter: hair frosting.
The TL;DR: there's a cut for you no matter what you're looking for. If you're seeking a drastic change, the consensus has it that bob haircuts and bangs will take over 2023. If there's a haircut from 2022 that you've been eyeing but didn't get a chance to try, you're in luck.
“A bob is one of those styles that can make some people look younger—if done right. But when it's done incorrectly or done on the wrong face, it can make you look older.”
Curly-haired consumers are embracing their natural textures while trying out new haircuts and hairstyles, and 2023 is coming in hot with big curl transformations, according to the brand. Curly Fringe— The new year sees a resurgence of a beautiful, heavy curly fringe to soften and showcase the face.
WGSN, a global authority on consumer and design trends, and Coloro, a global authority on the future of color, have announced Apricot Crush as their Color of the Year for 2024.
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.)
A layered gray or silver lob will turn heads in the natural light as well as inside, she says, "due to the delightful metallic glow it offers. It is an on-trend style suitable for women of all ages, hence it will continue to rock in 2023."
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What hair color is trending now? Copper tones, subtle highlights, light browns, caramel ribbons, honey golden blondes, silver champagne, and brondes everything's on the 2023 hair color trend radar.
“One-dimensional colour will be knocking balayage off the top spot in 2022, with solid colours like warm chocolate brown and glossy black becoming the new go-to. The year will also see more women embracing their greys.”
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 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.”
The side fringe
Brace yourself Gen Z: it's officially the era of the 'side' everything again. “Side parts are making a comeback, paired with feminine soft styling and lots of body and soft movement,” says Kirby Lago, Pelo By Lago Owner & Goldwell Colour Specialist.
1. The Blunt Bob Hairstyle. The blunt bob has been super popular for some time now, and it's easy to see why. Being one of the biggest hairstyle trends for 2022, the bob hairstyle is flattering, easy to maintain and it projects a sense of feminine self-confidence.
A butterfly haircut combines short layers with long layers to give your hair dimension, movement and body. The short, wispy layers hit around the chin to frame your face, highlight your features and even contour a round face shape.
If You Have a Long Face and/or High Forehead: This face shape is similar to the oval-shaped, but the forehead, cheeks and jawline are all the same width. To complement this face shape, don't get baby bangs because they will further elongate your face.