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2025 Hair Trends: The Ultimate Guide to What's In and What's Out

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The Top Hair Trends for 2025: What’s In and What’s Out

Hello, cuties! Your favorite Blush girlies here, and today we’re diving into the biggest hair trends for 2025. We’ll cover everything from color and cuts to shapes, styles, and the overall vibe that will be dominating the year ahead. If you’re new here, we are a full-service salon located in the heart of Latham, NY and we are here to give you the ultimate guide for all things beauty!


We hope you’ve had an amazing start to the year. For us, we love the energy that comes with a new year – it feels like the perfect time to reset, refresh, and get excited about new beginnings. This year, we are beyond excited to kick off this new chapter with our very own blog! It's a space where we can share all the latest trends, tips, and inspiration with you in a more personal and engaging way. We can’t wait to connect with you here and dive deeper into the world of beauty and hair in a whole new way! Let’s jump right into the trends for 2025!


2025 Hair Color Trends: Subtle, Elegant, and Luxurious

When it comes to hair color this year, the standout trend is low contrast. While balayage, root smudges, and ombré are still going strong, they’re going to be softer and more understated in 2025. Think about hair that looks effortlessly seamless – one color, with minimal contrast between the tones. We are noticing that the chunky money piece is on its way out.

"Low Contrast" Balayage
"Low Contrast" Balayage
"Subtle" Balayage
"Subtle" Balayage
"Low Contrast" Balayage
"Low Contrast" Balayage
"Subtle" Balayage
"Subtle" Balayage

For brunettes, we’re seeing rich, chocolatey hues that almost look “wet,” like they’re drenched in silk. This glossy, deep brunette is all about richness and depth. It’s a look that feels both fresh and luxurious!


Chocolate Brunette.
Chocolate Brunette.
Chocolate brunette with a French Bob!
Chocolate brunette with a French Bob!
Mid length Cut with a side of Chocolate Brunette
Mid length Cut with a side of Chocolate Brunette

Blondes are also going more subtle this year, moving away from platinum, ashy tones and bright bleach blonde. Instead, expect soft, “old money” blondes with a golden, buttery or muted finish. It’s about finding a blonde that complements your skin tone – whether it’s cooler or warmer – but always muted and natural.

"Natural" Cool Blonde
"Natural" Cool Blonde
"Muted" Blonde with High Shine.
"Muted" Blonde with High Shine.
"Butter Blonde"
"Butter Blonde"
"Old Money Blonde"
"Old Money Blonde"

2025 Hair Cut Trends: Soft and Feminine, With a Mid-Length Twist

Let’s talk about cuts. After a year of extreme volume, layered looks, and wild bobs, the vibe for 2025 is going to be a little softer. Layering is still in, but it’s all about more grown-out, feminine layers that add shape without feeling too extreme.

Mid-length hair is making a comeback! This is a length we haven’t seen in quite some time, and I think it’s going to be the rebellious length of 2025. You’re not committing to the short bob, nor the super long look. It’s that sweet spot in between – effortlessly chic and modern. The French bob is also a length making a splash this year, especially with or without a bit of fringe. It’s a versatile, chic option that’s easy to manage. We are noticing that the curtain bangs are becoming less requested so if you were thinking about getting them now is probably not the time.

The French Bob
The French Bob
The French Bob
The French Bob
Mid Length Haircut
Mid Length Haircut
Mid Length Haircut
Mid Length Haircut
Grown out Feminine Layered Haircut
Grown out Feminine Layered Haircut

We’ve all seen the long, beachy waves with straight ends, but we are predicting that look is on the way out. If you're rocking long hair, it’s all about soft, natural movement rather than those heavy, sleek styles we saw in previous years. There’s a slight shift in the air – a move toward embracing natural beauty.

The Bouncy Blow Dry Style
The Bouncy Blow Dry Style
Embrace your Natural Hair Texture
Embrace your Natural Hair Texture
Effortless Curls
Effortless Curls
Natural Look
Natural Look
Bouncy and Sleek
Bouncy and Sleek

2025 Hair Accessories: Soft and Subtle

When it comes to accessories, expect soft to be the keyword this year. After a few years of bold, metallic, festival-inspired accessories, we’re seeing a shift toward more understated, subtle accents. One of the biggest accessory trends this year is the bow. Bows were all over the place in late 2023 and 2024, but this year’s bows are smaller, more delicate, and made from softer materials like velvet or silk. Think minimal, not statement pieces. They add just the right amount of elegance without feeling too over-the-top.

So cutesy!
So cutesy!
A bow just elevates any look.
A bow just elevates any look.
Just add a Bow!
Just add a Bow!

Healthy, Shiny Hair: The Ultimate 2025 Goal

If there’s one thing we have learned after all these years, it’s that the most important trend for 2025 is healthy, shiny hair. It’s all about nourishing your hair and making it look hydrated and healthy – almost like it’s dripping in moisture. Forget sacrificing hair health for color – this year, it’s all about keeping your strands in their best condition.

Healthy hair is the perfect canvas for whatever style you’re rocking this year, whether it’s a fresh color or a soft new cut. You can achieve this look a few different ways here at Blush, ask your stylist for the best customized conditioning treatment, gloss, serum treatment options, as well as take home products for you! Routine scalp facials are suggested as healthy hair starts from the scalp.

Check out that SHINE.
Check out that SHINE.
Even Blondes can have Healthy Hair that Shines Bright.
Even Blondes can have Healthy Hair that Shines Bright.
Sleek and Silky.
Sleek and Silky.

Hair with a healthy Glow is sure to turn heads!
Hair with a healthy Glow is sure to turn heads!

Final Thoughts: Embrace the Change, But Keep What You Love

So, there you have it – the biggest hair trends for 2025! It’s all about soft, understated styles, nourishing hair, and embracing what works for you. Whether you’re adding a wispy bang, softening your layers, or diving into a more muted hair color, remember that trends should be a way to refresh your look, not pressure you into completely overhauling your style.


If there’s a trend you’re loving, or something you think we may have missed, we would love to hear from you in the comments. What hairstyles are you excited to keep from last year? What are you looking forward to trying this year?


Wishing you all a fabulous and abundant New Year. May 2025 bring you everything you’ve wished for. Love you all, and we'll see you in the next one!

Do you want to freshen up your look for 2025? Let us know what trend you’re excited to try!


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