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The Most Asked For Trends in the Salon Right Now and How to Make Them Work for You

Updated: Apr 30

If you’ve been thinking about changing your hair, now is the moment! Spring has brought a wave of fresh inspiration, and here’s what everyone is asking for… If there’s one theme running through every cutting appointment at the moment, it’s movement, layers, face-framing, and fringes. Whether you’re after something short and sassy, a classic shape with a modern twist, or long hair with a new lease of life, there’s a version of this season’s trends with your name on it.


 

The Shag & The Bixie

For my short-hair lovers, the shag and the bixie are absolutely having a moment. The shag brings soft, feathered layers that build volume and create that effortless, lived-in texture ,  brilliant for anyone with natural wave or thickness who wants their hair to do the work for them.

The bixie sits somewhere between a pixie and a bob: short but not severe, with enough length to give you movement and softness. Both cuts are fun and incredibly flattering, but the key is tailoring the length and layers to your face shape and how much time you actually spend styling in the morning.

 

The Bob ,  Still Going Strong!

This year it comes in every flavor.

 The cloud bob is a fluffy, voluminous cut that’s all about soft, rounded shape and lots of body ,think of it as the opposite of a sleek or flat bob.

The feathered bob has beautiful movement and lets your natural texture shine while creating a gorgeous silhouette.

And last but not least, the iconic blunt bob ,  think box-shaped, chin-length, and perfect for finer hair.

 

Long-hair lovers, this season is all about layers, movement, and face-framing. We’re talking soft layers that add body, face-framing pieces that act almost like contouring for your features, and  for those feeling brave ,  a fringe.

Fringes are back in a big way, from wispy curtain fringes to something more statement-making. It all comes down to your face shape and your commitment to styling. There’s a fringe that works for everyone!

 

Speaking of long hair , can we talk about the blow-dry revival?

One of the most requested finishes in the salon right now is that full, bouncy, voluminous blowout with rollers. Think old-school glamour meets modern polish: big movement, gorgeous body, and that “expensive hair” feeling that never goes out of style.

The secret isn’t just the technique , it’s the cut underneath. Lots of layers and movement through the lengths mean the hair responds beautifully to a roller set or round-brush blowout, giving you lift and bounce that lasts. If you’ve been flattening your long hair into submission for years, this might just be your sign to let it live a little.

 

Let’s talk about colours !

As we head into summer, blondes are absolutely where it’s at  warm, sun-kissed, honey and buttery tones that look like you’ve just stepped off a beach. Think less icy platinum, more golden warmth. The best part? These shades are designed to grow out softly and naturally, so you’re not chained to the salon every six weeks.

For my brunette clients, it’s all about depth, richness, and shine ,  healthy, glossy colour that catches the light rather than anything too flat or one-dimensional.

And for those navigating grey, this season is yours. Grey blending is one of the most requested techniques in the salon right now, working with your natural silver rather than against it, creating a sophisticated result that’s also incredibly low-maintenance.

 

The Golden Rule

Here is what any good stylist will tell you: trends are a starting point, not a rulebook.

The best haircut and colour is always the one that suits your hair type, your face shape, and your lifestyle. A stylist’s job isn’t just to give you what’s fashionable , it’s to give you a version of it that you can actually live with and love every single day.




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