2026 Hair Trends
The hairstyles and colors dominating salons and social media this year. Browse the trends, then try any of them on yourself with AI.
Women's trends
Trending hairstyles for women
From effortless textures to bold statement cuts — these are the women's styles defining 2026. Wolf cuts, Italian bobs, and modern shags lead the charge.
Wolf Cut
A hybrid mullet-shag with dramatic volume on top and feathered layers throughout. Social media's favorite cut.
Butterfly Cut
Face-framing layers that fan out like butterfly wings. Maximum volume with minimal effort.
Textured Wolf
The evolved wolf cut with more texture and less structure. Social media's most-saved hairstyle.
Octopus Cut
Heavy layers on top with thin, tentacle-like ends. The evolved shag that's taking over social media.
Italian Bob
The chin-length bob with effortless Mediterranean volume. Runway favorite that works everywhere.
Fluffy Layers
Voluminous, blown-out layers with maximum body. The bouncy, full-bodied look that's all over social media.
Mob Wife Hair
Big, voluminous blowout with dramatic body. The viral 'mob wife aesthetic' — bold, unapologetic glamour.
Claw Clip Updo
The effortlessly chic claw clip twist. The most copied hairstyle on social media — simple, fast, stunning.
Clean Girl Bun
A slicked-back low bun with the 'no-makeup makeup' aesthetic. The viral TikTok signature look.
Glazed Donut Hair
Ultra-glossy, warm blonde with a shimmering, reflective finish. Hailey Bieber's viral color trend.
Quiet Luxury Blowout
A polished, bouncy blowout with old-money elegance. Effortless wealth energy in every strand.
Coquette Bow
A ribbon bow accent on a half-up or ponytail. The hyper-feminine TikTok trend that's taking over everything.
Indie Sleaze
Messy, unwashed-looking hair with heavy texture spray. 2010s Tumblr nostalgia meets modern chaos.
Men's trends
Trending hairstyles for men
Clean fades, textured tops, and modern takes on classic cuts. These are the men's styles barbers are getting asked for most in 2026.
Edgar Cut
A straight-line fringe with faded sides. Clean, sharp, and one of the most requested cuts in barbershops.
Textured Top Fade
Messy, textured length on top with a clean skin fade. The best of both worlds — casual and clean.
Curly Top Fade
Natural curls on top with a clean fade underneath. Let your texture shine while keeping things sharp.
Mohawk Fade
A faded mohawk strip — all the edge without the commitment. Bold center strip with faded sides.
Side Part Fade
A clean side part with a modern skin fade. The classic gentleman's cut updated with contemporary barbering.
Afro Fade
A shaped afro with a clean fade around the sides and back. Natural texture on top, precision on the sides.
Curtain Bangs
Face-framing bangs parted in the center, swooping to each side. The soft-boy aesthetic that's here to stay.
Temp Fade with Design
A temple fade with a razor-etched design — lines, stars, geometric patterns. Wearable art by your barber.
Faux Hawk
Short faded sides with a pointed, styled center section. Mohawk energy without the full commitment.
Taper with Beard
A clean taper that seamlessly connects to a well-groomed beard. The total package for facial hair enthusiasts.
Color trends
Trending hair colors for 2026
Copper continues its reign, while expensive brunette and glazed donut tones dominate the subtle-luxury category. For the bold, vivid pastels and color-blocking are everywhere.
Balayage
Hand-painted highlights that create a natural, sun-kissed gradient. The most requested color service worldwide.
Platinum Blonde
The ultimate blonde — icy, bright, and head-turning. Requires commitment and a great colorist.
Copper Red
Warm, fiery copper tones that catch the light beautifully. The color trend that keeps coming back.
Ombre
A seamless gradient from dark roots to lighter ends. Low maintenance color that grows out beautifully.
Money Pieces
Bold face-framing highlights at the front. Maximum impact with minimum commitment and easy maintenance.
Vivid Fantasy
Bold, bright fashion colors — think electric blue, hot pink, or emerald green. For the fearless.
Strawberry Blonde
A warm, golden-pink blonde that splits the difference between blonde and ginger. Naturally flattering on warm skin.
Rose Gold Hair
A luxurious blend of pink, gold, and copper tones. The metallic shade that launched a hair color revolution.
Mushroom Brown
A cool, ashy brown with gray undertones. The low-maintenance neutral that flatters almost everyone.
Chocolate Brown
Rich, deep brown with warm undertones. A universally flattering classic that adds depth to any base.
Honey Blonde
Warm, golden-toned blonde with multi-dimensional highlights. Sweet, sun-kissed, and naturally radiant.
Ash Blonde
Cool, muted blonde with silver undertones. The high-fashion blonde that requires skill to maintain.
Ice Blonde
Ultra-light, near-white blonde with icy blue undertones. Maximum blonde, maximum drama.
Caramel Highlights
Warm caramel streaks woven through darker hair. Adds dimension and warmth without a full color change.
Burgundy
Deep wine-red with purple undertones. Bold yet sophisticated — a color that commands attention in any light.
Cherry Red
Vibrant, true red with blue undertones. A head-turning shade that oozes confidence and sex appeal.
Auburn
A warm brown-red blend that catches the light beautifully. The natural redhead's closest match.
Peekaboo Color
Hidden color panels underneath top layers that peek out with movement. Surprise color that's work-appropriate.
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