There is something about the winter that makes us miss coziness, warm sweaters, flushed cheeks, and even hairstyles that seem to be casually put together. But what would it be to have hair as cool as the first snow-whit? Whether it is sleeked-back updos or curly hair, or even school-age hair, the trends of this season are all about moderation: beautiful, but comfortable enough to wear.
Classic Sleek High Bun
A high bun that is smoothed to perfection is something timeless. This slicked-up hairdo will make you look elegant immediately and will have you looking good all day even when the wind gets its way. It is that fresh, organized energy that goes perfectly with a turtleneck or bright lip – minimum effort, maximum effect.
To keep that polished finish, I prefer applying a little Olaplex No.7 Bonding Oil to the surface. It gives a gloss with no greasy feel to it, which is necessary in dry winter seasons. And when you have thin hair, it is nice to tease the top of the head and make the bun even fuller.
Frankly speaking, I have been wearing this style anywhere, whether it is a rush to get coffee or a dinner on vacation and it never lets me down. It is simple, multi-purpose and so elegant it almost seems like an armor against bad hair days.
Soft Romantic Curls
The loose curly hair is enjoying a winter moment – airy, touchable and bouncy. This appearance is a combination of old fashioned romance and a contemporary touch: the curls are arranged in a structured way and cover the face, the hair is made thick at the top of the head, and it is moving naturally but with a purpose.
Cold weather curls require moisture, plenty of it. I am sworn by the Moroccanoil Curl Defining Cream, that makes the spirals shiny yet touchable. A diffuser on low heat is all that is needed to lock the shape.
I never think of these curls without remembering long walks in a wool coat, and that first bite of cocoa, soft, confident and feminine. It is a glance, which means, I did not make myself, but I did care.
Playful Half-Up Ponytails
The half-up ponytail is a dream when you desire a young, flirtatious appearance those days. Long hair looks particularly flattering in it, with its contrast between sleekness and looseness. It also suits the teens or those who desire a school easy feel but still be trendy.
To make my hair shiny and stay in place, I prefer a light spray of Kérastase Discipline Fluidissime Spray, which does not make my hair stiff. You may wrap a little piece of hair around the elastic in order to make it appear more sophisticated.
Mornings there are times I will twist the top part a bit and then tie it up – it gives it a nice lift which is just right on thin hair. It is light, fun, and it goes well with oversized sweaters.
Copper Layers with Curtain Bangs
The warm copper shade of this season is like winter sunshine in hair. Layered medium-length cuts with curtain bangs possess the natural motion that compliments all face shapes. It is an allusion to the vintage medium hair style but with more airiness.
In order to preserve the color vibrancy, I suggest Redken Color Extend Magnetics Shampoo, which maintains the copper bright and does not fade away, even after several blowouts. A round brush during the drying process is soft and gives that slight bounce of the 70s.
I was in love with this appearance since it is low-maintenance but appears like it is styled at all times. It is also a snug fit during the colder seasons – such as a snug sweater, but on your hair.
Cozy Crown Braid
A crown braid is the most traditional winter hairstyle. It is sweet, convenient and so ideal to school mornings and weekends away. The braid is soft and wraps around your head leaving your hair off your face and it still appears romantic.
In case you have short hair that is easy or medium hair, you can use small extensions or texturizing spray to add the volume. I love Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray it smells heavenly and gives an immediate grip.
Whenever I wear this, I get compliments, it is traditional, and has a soft and bohemian touch. And honestly? It is the best way to appear like you have spent an hour on your hair when it has taken you ten minutes maximum.
Elegant Twisted Low Bun
This would be the hairstyle of sophistication. Twisted low bun is ideal in evening dinners or winter weddings – timeless, balanced and sophisticated. It is a soft updo that emphasizes your neckline and miracles with thin hair as well as thick hair.
I use Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray prior to styling in order to keep this bun sleek and to keep out humidity and frizz. In case you want a little smoother look, take a few tendrils around the face in order to have that nonchalant grace.
I used to put this on during a New Year party and feel like I am on top of the world. It is so little, yet it speaks of being luxurious, the type of fashion that would be well matched with lace or velvet.
Messy Curly Updo
A dishevelled bun is a craft, particularly when the hair is curly. This one is just the right balance of anarchy, loosely cut tendrils around the face. It is romantic, a little undress, and completely winter-date-night-acceptable.
Curls require affection in cold weather, hence I always apply SheaMoisture Coconut and Hibiscus Curl Enhancing Smoothie to my curls. It feeds and shapes without oppression. The curls can be tacked loosely with golden clips to make them appear artistic.
This haircut brings carefree yet chic energy of a French-girl in the morning. I use it when I need to feel like a pretty girl without any effort.
Long Icy Ponytail
To sleek lovers, an icy platinum high long hair ponytail is winter chic. The color itself, the snow-white glitter, is cool, contemporary and fierce. The trick is to ensure that the strands are very smooth and reflective.
That shine takes work: my holy grail is Olaplex No.3 Hair Perfector. Even a little bit per week makes bleached hair strong and silky.
Whenever I put on this style, I feel daring – as winter royalty. It is crisp, strong and it makes a statement without uttering a word.
Voluminous Blonde Ponytail
This is the look that is created to be used on those cozy-but-glam winter nights. The large ponytail updo is made of curvy waves, face-framing strands and bouncy hair. It is a simple straight forward style that suits medium hair very well.
To achieve that body, I apply Living Proof Full Dry Volume & Texture Spray – it is light but provides the lift of a salon. An electric shampoo gel teaser is placed close to the crown to provide immediate drama.
This hairstyle has something old-fashioned. It is some old Hollywood, some modern It-girl, and it will bring any grey winter day a little bit brighter.
Polished Wavy Clip Style
Simple sophistication is achieved when simplicity collides with sophistication and this statement clip wavy style is pure perfection. It is a fantasy of medium hair or thin hair, with volume created by soft waves that reflect winter sunlight. The broad clip keeps the hair tidy and also gives it a touch of modernity.
I prefer a 1.25-inch curling wand to make the shape and brush the curls to achieve that careless look. The waves are fixed with a spritz of L’Oréal Elnett Satin Hairspray but not hard. It is the ideal school-easy hairstyle that can get you through the morning coffee and the evening dinner without much ado.
In some cases, a small clip can be more than a dozen accessories – and this appearance confirms that understatement is the new glam.
Ribbon High Bun
A loose, curly updo, tied with a satin ribbon, is as close to the coziest fairytale as possible. It can be worn in curly hair or in a wavy texture, and it is romantic and fun at the same time. The raised bun provides form, and the bow provides lightness a delicate wink at ballet-core that can be worn daily.
The curls are usually drying out in winter, so I always apply Bumble and Bumble Curl Reactivator Spray to restore the texture. It is a savior of the second day curls – light and enriching.
This is among my casual simple wardrobe that I rely on when I want to be feminine and yet not too much. It is perfect with teens, casual brunches, or even those warm winter movie dates.
Romantic Half-Braided Waves
It adds a fairy-tale radiance to the reality – waves of hair flowing down with a delicate braid that gently falls upon the head. It works pure magic on long hair or medium hair, creating that balance between casual and elegant.
To maintain the waves shiny and sharp, I adore Olaplex No.6 Bond Smoother – it does not flatten hair but controls frizz. And to braid, a drop of texturizing cream will provide grip and hold, particularly with a fine hair.
Whenever I put this on I feel like I have just left a winter romance novel – it is soft, flirtatious, and makes me think that you have spent hours working on it, when it actually only took you ten minutes.
Copper Twisted Bun
Something is very striking with a twisted bun in deep coppery hues it is the final combination of coziness and sophistication. The low, curled updo is miraculous on formal evenings or during warm winter parties, particularly when you possess medium hair that takes shape.
Color care is key here. I would suggest the Pureology Hydrate Shampoo and Conditioner to make the copper shiny and healthy. It is one of those few recipes that actually helps to avoid the lack of interest during winter dryness.
This style seems to me to be quiet confidence – elegant, but friendly. It is evidence that the appropriate tone and texture can shine any accessory.
Glossy Short Waves
This soft wavy bob is your winter power move in case you are into short hair. The texture is fashionable and maintenance-free – it is smooth enough to be worn on occasions and yet simple to use on a daily basis. The mirror-like finish is provided by the shine and it appears beautiful in the indoor lights.
To be styled, a mini flat iron might be used to make those little bends on the ends, and a shine spray such as Kenra Shine Spray completes the style. It is among my favorite short hair quick styles to school or morning office.
The simplicity is power — this bob teaches us that something that is easy to do can be remembered.
Feathered Layers with Bangs
The last trend to make a comeback this winter is big and soft layers and curtain bangs. This haircut is flattering to all types of faces and it gives long hair a natural bounce. It is the type of style that appears to be polished and at the same time casual, particularly when combined with a warm turtleneck and a fresh skin.
Blow-drying is a nightmare with a round brush and a volumizing mousse such as Living Proof Full Thickening Mousse. I tend to add some dry oil at the end in order to move silky.
This hairdo makes winter light in a strange way, it moves, it glows, it makes your inner confidence shine without making a big effort.
Half-Up Twisted Curls
This half-up twisted hairstyle is carelessly feminine between an updo and loose waves. It is a perfect school updo, practical but yet attractive enough to take pictures or go out at night. The former parts are bent gently towards the back to a knot, and the rest is loose.
I adore Gisou Honey Infused Hair Oil to maintain curls, a couple of drops of it make hair shiny and hydrated. It is also fantastic on fine hair, making it full-bodied without being hardened.
Whenever I put it on, I am reminded of mornings in the snow and laughing with my friends carefree and charming at the same time.
Soft Half-Bun Blonde Waves
This undress half-bun on long hair is a new take on the traditional lazy girl hairstyle – and that is why it is trending. It is simple, easy, soft, and looks good when unbuttoned a bit. The bottom knot makes it alive, and the top knot makes it have a personality.
Before blow-drying, I prefer to use Kérastase Nutritive Nectar Thermique to make the hair smooth and easy to work with, particularly in cold weather. You can also curl the ends only to give it a softer feel.
It is the hairstyle that can be used on all occasions: on errands, during a coffee date, or simply when you are at home. Uncomplicated, innocent, and just flawed.
Bubble Ponytail
The bubble ponytail is here to stay – and it is the updo of Winter 2025/2026. Organized but fun, it suits long hair or medium length hair that requires a twist on the pony. Every bubble provides rhythm and visual appeal and remains smooth and graceful.
I brush mine with Color Wow Extra Strength Dream Coat, and then put the clear elastics at the same distance. Tugging the parts will provide the complete bubble effect. It is entertaining, fashionable and can be worn during school easy days or even when going out.
At times, style is everything in the details – and this one makes a simple pony a complete winter fashion affair.
Golden Half-Up Waves
This half-up hairstyle of soft warm golden color is a sunshine in the middle of winter. The face is raised by the delicate twists of the crown and relaxed by the loose waves. It is one of those light simple glances that always appear elegant, effortless yet purposeful.
I have a 1-inch curling iron to style, and I alternate the direction of the curl to create a natural flow. Then I applied all with L’Oréal Paris Elnett Extra Strong Hold Hairspray to have a flexible hold. It suits medium hair that favors a bouncing motion.
Frankly speaking, this one sounds like the princess in winter look – gentle, smooth and eternal.
Classic Tight Bun
When it comes to hairstyles that will never leave a person indifferent, it is the traditional tight bun. Small, stylish, and, above all, very convenient in cold mornings when you want to look more than just presentable. It is also ideal to wear statement earrings or a smooth collar.
To achieve the smooth finish, I will swear by the Color Wow Dream Coat, it does not make the strands stiff. And when your hair has a frizzing tendency, a dab of serum prior to styling will be a big difference.
It is the sort of style that speaks of confidence – trendy, no frills and all purpose.
Butterfly Adorned Bun
It is winter fantasy, pure and low with golden butterfly clips. It is playful but elegant and it is ideal to use in festive dinners, weddings or even intimate parties. The butterflies provide the season with a feminine touch of glitz.
To keep it in place, apply Tresemme Freeze Hold Hair Spray and curl some of the hair around the face to make it soft. The outcome is painless yet it looks like it came out of a dream.
I have a similar one that I use in winter parties – and I can guarantee it compliments me.
Braided Crown Bun
Everything about this high bun is structure and drama – the type of appearance that commands an entrance. The braid forms a circle around the bun as a crown and it provides texture and height and is still elegant and wearable.
I am a fan of Redken Quick Blowout Spray to prepare hair and maintain it in place. In case of thick hair, this appearance looks great without extensions.
It is glamorous, practical and surprisingly simple – the type of hairstyle that makes you look together even on your craziest days.
Curly Double Buns
These curly hair double buns are playful and full of personality and are a fun twist of the coziest trend of the season. They put the face in a nice frame and immediately lift your winter wardrobe. Ideal on teenagers or anyone who wants to wear something bold and youthful.
In order to create curls, I always grab SheaMoisture Coconut and Hibiscus Curl Enhancing Smoothie – it offers bounce and shine without the crunch. Some of the tendrils are left out in front and this renders it too attractive to resist.
It is the type of appearance that is full of energy – ideal to take walks on snowy cities or a warm day in a cafe.
Soft Blonde Balayage Waves
Winter classic- creamy blonde balayage with voluminous soft waves. It is a very fashionable hairstyle that is very light-catching in every movement. It can be worn on a casual day and a fancy night.
Moroccanoil Treatment Light is what I would recommend to achieve that glossy look – it feeds ends and makes them shiny. Even more shape is brought out with a round brush blowout.
This one is the final Pinterest-worthy long hair moment – elegant and glamorous without being excessive.
Pearl Ponytail
Pearls are eternal, and this smooth ponytail is evidence of the same. The hair is brought back with a sleek finish and is pulled back tied down and wrapped in a nice way- nice at a formal dinner or winter outing.
To achieve that smooth and shiny look, I apply Olaplex No.9 Bond Protector Serum – it makes hair straight, shiny, and smooth.
This appearance is shrieking of sophistication -such as the sort of silent flair that never goes unnoticed.
Feathered Blonde Layers
The last point, soft in tone, is made up of these feathered medium hair layers, which I term the winter wind cut. They structure the face in a delicate way and add a little volume that can be styled with little effort.
The best friends in this case are a lightweight mousse and a large round brush, and my favorite is Ouai Volume Spray as it gives volume without being stiff.
It is feminine, soft and it will not make one lose length, as it is the one that one needs to move and breathe in.
✨ Conclusion
Winter 2025/2026 will be warm, soft and a bit sparkling. Updos or curly hair, simple medium styles, no matter what you are into, this season, looks will show that comfort and elegance are a beautiful match. I adore the way all these hairstyles have their own silent narrative, warm and self-assured, discrete and full of character.
then, should you be waiting to be refreshed in your look- here is it. Dress up, pick up your curling iron (and perhaps a cup of cocoa), and leave your hair to speak to you this winter.
