After a year of dealing with roots, uneven bangs, and split ends at home, we're thrilled to return to professional salons. As experienced stylists who've seen it all, here are the standout hair trends shaping 2021.
Candy cane pink, known among pros as bubblegum pink, is turning heads. Young fans of Billie Eilish are dyeing theirs green or pink—and honestly, it suits many beautifully.
The mullet revival is here: love it or not, longer hair at the nape adds edge. If you missed the '80s, it's an easy entry; veterans of past waves will adapt quickly.
The bob reigns as summer 2021's must-have, per top hairdressers—timeless, chic, and low-maintenance.
Low buns, born from pandemic work-from-home days, elevate with polished styling into real eye-catchers.
Short sides dominate cropped looks, but they demand regular trims to stay sharp—another reason to cherish open salons.
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