6 Winter 2023 hair trends you need to know

Fall and spring may get all the glory when it comes to beauty reinvention, but there's no reason winter should be kept out in the, well, cold. In fact, thanks to the toned-down humidity, it's the perfect time to break out of a hair rut and try one of the biggest winter hair trends. If you're looking for a fresh new haircut or an unexpected accessory to experiment with for holiday parties, we've compiled the best winter hair trends—plus the products that will help you style them—ahead.

The shag

Paging Meg Ryan: This haircut, popular in the '80s and early '90s, has been steadily trending for the past couple of years and is only getting more popular. If you want to make a big hair change for the new year, consider the shag.

Veiled beauty

What do Julia Fox, Nicki Minaj, and Kate Beckinsale have in common? They all recently wore veils—in the same week. The trend was spotted on the runway as well, in the Zuhair Murad (pictured) and Giambattista Valli Haute Couture collections, as well as Sandy Liang fall 2023.

The classic bob

To borrow a phrase from TikTok, the bobs are bobbing this season. A sharp chin-length cut is great for this time of year, but we love this softer look seen on a model at Brandon Maxwell's spring 2024 show as well.

Bows and headbands

Girly ribbons have taken over fall fashion, and the trend is sticking around for a while (see: the headbands at Versace spring 2024, here on Precious Lee). And we love the look for the holiday season too; after all, nothing says "I'm the gift!" like wearing a bow on your head.

Braided ponytails

At LaPointe, high, snatched ponies got twisted into robust braids. An easy-to-recreate yet dramatic look to pair with everything from a turtleneck to a party dress.

Spiked ballerina bun

Another updo option, courtesy of the 3.1 Phillip Lim spring 2024 runway, is this low chignon. Kevin Murphy style/colour master Leland Olson crafted it to look effortless, rather than overly perfect.

This piece originally appeared in Harper's Bazaar USA