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15 Hair Trends To Look Forward To In 2022

15 Hair Trends To Look Forward To In 2022

Prepare for the return of the side bang.

2022 Hair Trends

Sometimes, it can be hard to peg the beauty and fashion trends that define a year as that year is happening. But in 2022, there have been a number of looks that are so pervasive, they're hard to ignore. From bold new hues to of-the-moment cuts, the best hair trends of 2022 have already started to show themselves, long before the year wraps. Read on for 14 haircut, color, and styling trends to be keep an eye out for, including the tasteful return of the side bang.

This article originally appeared on Harper's BAZAAR US.

This '60s-but-make-it-2022 hairstyle has been seen on the likes of JLo, Hailey Bieber, Dua Lipa, and countless other celebs.

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The shade of red beloved by Zosia Mamet, seen here, as well as Kendall Jenner, and Sydney Sweeney (albeit briefly) is easily becoming one of 2022's standout color trends.







Bright, bold colors like Kacey Musgraves’ pink aren’t going anywhere. Also expect to see more shades of periwinkle inspired by the 2022 Pantone color of the year, Very Peri.

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Pamela Anderson's very specific messy bun had its moment in the '90s, and thanks to Pam & Tommy, celebs like Kim Kardashian are bringing it back.



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Don't feel like styling your hair? Good news: Easy, natural texture like Priyanka Chopra's is everywhere, and all you need to make it happen is a good air-dry cream.

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Bright, bold colors like Kacey Musgraves’ pink aren’t going anywhere. Also expect to see more shades of periwinkle inspired by the 2022 Pantone color of the year, Very Peri.







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Jodie Turner-Smith and hairstylist Ursula Stephen killed this half-up, half-down look. The key is to create tons of volume without sacrificing that ultra-glossy finish.

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Going grey has always been a sign of aging beautifully, and since the pandemic, more and more women are choosing to forgo that trip to the colorist. Case in point: Andie McDowell, who showed off her natural look on the red carpet.

If former bleach blondes Billie Eilish and Katy Perry are any indication, dark brunette hair might just be the new platinum.

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This year is all about hair so shiny you can practically see your reflection, like Cindy Bruna’s.

The latest iteration of the shag cut involves tons of choppy layers, like Squid Game star HoYeon Jung’s enviable style.

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This isn’t your middle school side bang. For the 2022 take, take a cue from Megan Thee Stallion and incorporate volume for a glam—not flat—look that frames the face.

Make like Selena Gomez and go for a dramatic chin-length haircut. Blunt, choppy, wavy—all bobs are welcome.

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The voluminous ‘90s runway blowout is most definitely back in play, that is if celebs like Olivia Wilde have anything to say about it.

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The latest take on the timeless topknot has loose ends—in a good way. Try a look like Madelyn Cline’s for your next wedding or evening affair.

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