On-Trend Winter Hairstyles
Winter 2025 is bringing cozy style and bold glam together, and these on-trend winter hairstyles are perfect for everything from snowy strolls to party-ready nights out. Whether you’re rocking fairy waves, a sleek pixie, or a protective braided updo, this season’s looks embrace warmth, volume, and shine. With styles for long, medium, short, and 4c hair—plus formal event-ready updos—there’s something here for everyone. So grab your heat protectant, a mug of something warm, and let’s dive into 30 of the best winter hairstyle ideas to try this season.
On-Trend Winter Hairstyles for Long Hair
1. Bouncy Blow-Dry
Full of body and bounce, this timeless look uses the Starlight Airshot Pro and round brush to create voluminous curls. Clip to cool, brush out, and finish with hairspray for soft movement and shine.
2. Winter Waves
Create dreamy S-waves with the Starlight Original Iron. Shape each wave, spray to hold, then gently rake through with your fingers for that soft, undone effect.
3. Christmas Curls
Use the Curling Wand for big, glamorous curls. Wrap hair away from the face, let them cool, and finish with flexible hold hairspray for long-lasting volume.
4. Polished Ponytail
Sleek and simple, this ponytail starts with straightening, then is smoothed back and tied off. Wrap a section of hair around the band for an elevated finish.
5. Festive Fringe
A curtain fringe is perfect for winter updates. Blow-dry with a round brush or curl outwards with the Wide Iron, then clip to cool and spray to lock in bounce.
On-Trend Winter Hairstyles for Medium-Length Hair
6. Soft, Voluminous Waves
Use the Curling Wand on small sections for loose curls, then tousle with fingers and mist with texture spray for romantic, touchable volume.
7. The Polished Low Bun
A sleek low bun never goes out of style. Part hair cleanly, pull back into a low pony, twist and pin into a bun. Finish with Magical Remedy to tame flyaways.
8. Textured Half-Up, Half-Down
Add waves with the Wide Iron, tease the crown for volume, and secure the top half. Pull pieces loose for softness, and add accessories for a festive feel.
9. Sleek, Straight, and Shiny
Straighten with the Wide Iron for a glass-like finish. Tuck hair behind ears and use Magical Remedy for high-shine, winter-proof strands.
10. Messy Top Knot
Apply Magical Remedy, gather hair into a high bun, and pull out soft face-framing strands. A laid-back style perfect for casual winter days.
On-Trend Winter Hairstyles for Short Hair
11. Sleek Pixie with Deep Side Part
Add drama with a deep part and straighten with the Original Iron. Tuck behind the ear and smooth with Magical Remedy for an ultra-polished finish.
12. Tousled Bob
Create movement with the Curling Wand, then scrunch waves for a lived-in vibe. Finish with texture spray for body and hold.
13. Sleek and Tucked Behind the Ear
Straighten short strands and tuck them neatly behind the ears. Add statement earrings and a spritz of shine spray to finish.
14. Messy Top-Half Ponytail
Gather the top half of your hair, tease the crown, and secure loosely. Great with sparkly scrunchies or glittery clips for a playful winter look.
15. Vintage Finger Waves
Create sculpted finger waves with gel and a fine-tooth comb. Set with pins and spray, then add a sparkly clip for Gatsby-inspired glam.
Protective Winter Hairstyles
16. Classic Braided Crown
Braid two sections and wrap them around your head for a protective, elegant updo. Perfect for both cozy and formal occasions.
17. Loose, Low Bun
Create soft curls first, then twist into a low bun. Use a silk scrunchie for less breakage and add a touch of shine serum for glow.
18. Knotted Scarf Updo
Style a loose bun and wrap it in a silk scarf, tying it into a chic knot. Leave some strands loose around the face for softness.
19. High Ponytail with Wrapped Bun
Tie hair into a high pony, twist into a bun, and wrap with a silk scrunchie. Smooth with Magical Remedy and finish with hairspray.