The winter can make us feel like we need change, maybe it is the warm sweaters, the cold weather, or the fact that a new haircut can make a scarf look even better. But we all know: it is not always that simple to find flattering, short to medium hairstyles, which are also modern and effortless. Should it be a long pixie, shaggy cut or even a short bob that looks fashionable even when worn under a beanie?
It is a season of soft and structure celebration – and I have discovered the most fashionable cuts that fit round faces and create that dose of confidence we all need when the weather changes.
Textured Long Pixie with Tousled Bangs
Something undoubtedly daring in this is the shorter, textured pixie with gentle bangs around the face. The dishevelled layers are my favourite as they give an immediate dimension and create movement even during the stillness of the winter season. The cut is balanced, edgy and feminine, easy to wear but fashionable with ease. It is the type of appearance that suits thin hair perfectly well, as well, and gives it the fullness and shape without having to spend hours on the style.
To maintain, I would suggest a light texturizing spray such as the Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray, it provides that I woke up like this look, but it is non-stiffening. You can give your fingertips a quick toss in the morning and you are good to go.
Frankly, I have always loved the way a pixie puts earrings on fire – hoop earrings or statement earrings. It has a near-cinematic assurance, as of leaving a Paris cafe in winter. One of the celebrity stylists Chris Appleton once stated that a pixie cut is a statement of freedom, it focuses on the face, not the opposite and I could not agree more.
Soft Blonde Lob with Voluminous Waves
A lob will never go out of fashion – and this blonde, slightly wavy is all winter glamour. It is medium length, has face-framing waves that make cheekbones pop but everything is soft and feminine. The buttery blonde shades bring light on those gray and cloudy days and it is just the right amount of short and long, when one is not ready to take the plunge into chop.
To take care of, I always resort to Olaplex No.3 Hair Perfector in order to maintain the strength and shine of blonde hair during the cold season. It assists in combating the dryness winter air may cause, and will keep that salon-fresh feel longer.
The first lob I tried on myself made me understand how flattering it is to round faces – those soft curves around the chin form natural symmetry. It is fashionable, simple to dress, and will go smoothly between work conferences and even dates.
Layered Shag Bob with Curtain Fringe
This shaggy layer bob is winter friendly – warm, tactile and a personality. The curtain bangs are divided exactly in the middle to create a softness on the eyes and the feathered ends are forming that playful shape. It flattereth fuller cheeks and it imparts that modern French-girl vibe that we all desperately miss.
To maintain this messy look alive, I apply Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray – it is a gritty and weightless product to add texture and volume. I also prefer the feel of it on my hair and the fact that it makes it touchable and perfectly imperfect, particularly when I am rushing out of the door in my oversized knit coat.
The movement of this haircut is magic, it possesses that lived in, warm feel, almost like your favorite winter sweater. It is easy to wear, but elegant, ideal to females who desire something stylish but genuine.
Curly Bob with Warm Highlights
This curly bob is just warmness, those curls reflect the light and give volume that is so easily romantic. The golden touches provide a soft glow, the type that the candlelight gives on a snowy night. The curvy figure is a perfect match with the trendy hairstyles of round faces, which are defined and natural.
I say, curls, love, always, hydrate. I take a vow of SheaMoisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie, which ensures that the curls remain soft, defined and free of frizz even when the air becomes dry. Also, it smells like a winter getaway to a tropical place.
This haircut reminds me of my friend Anna who has finally started to appreciate her natural curls after many years of straightening. It is like me again, she said. And that is the vitality this appearance has – unashamedly genuine.
Hot Pink Edgy Pixie
This is the way to do edgy winter hair. Pure confidence is exuded by a short choppy pixie soaked in bold pink. The hue is very cozy and friendly – the type of appearance that says, Yes, I am here, and Yes, I am fabulous. It is a witty reference to summer sunshine yet it is winter-ready with its design and attitude.
Vibrant colors are delicate, however, I have been using Pureology Color Fanatic Leave-In Spray to fix the color and make it last longer. It is like a shield of colored hair in the cold dry seasons.
Something freeing about this appearance. One of the most famous colorists, Aura Friedman, once remarked that hair color is the most visible form of expression of energy, and, frankly speaking, this cut reflects this remark. It is not afraid, trendy, and surprisingly comfortable with a turtleneck and attitude.
Modern Shag with Soft Bangs
It is that shaggy, wispy-bang cut of hair that is flattering in winter and never overdone, yet never dishevelled. The medium length layers add volume and texture and the feathery fringe removes the prettiest frame to the eyes. It is retro, yet easily modern – ideal in case you appreciate the feel of having just left a warm cafe.
I have come to know that a good shag is a movement lover. To style it, I apply Living Proof Perfect Hair Day Dry Shampoo to keep it light and fresh in between the washes. It provides the lift at the crown and makes things appear full particularly in thin hair.
Sometimes in winter, it seems like you are too heavy, and a bit of texture on your face can make all the difference. This is a revitalizing cut – it is relaxed, sexy, and so effortless to keep even in a hurry to put on scarves and coats.
Soft Shaggy Bob with Burgundy Hints
This is a medium to short haircut that embodies confidence and tenderness. The dishevelled layers provide that slightly unbuttoned, rock-chic look, and the slightest burgundy undertones are revealed like winter wine in candlelight. The general contour is flattering round faces, and it lifts at the top and cuts along the jaw.
When you have the difficulty of making short choppy layers to go, this cut will be your solution. It shapes the face without bulk and the colour enhances straight hair or curly waves. To retain the shine and prevent cold weather drying, I prefer Moroccanoil Treatment Light.
Whenever I put on a cut like this, I feel a little bolder as though my hair is telling the world I am classic and unexpected. It is the ideal combination of comfortable and adventurous.
Classic Pixie with Modern Volume
Something classic about a pixie, but this one is undoubtedly up to date. The top layers are a little longer creating that messy, fashionable height without messing up the sides. It is smooth but has character and it suits any woman with a round face as she needs a structure but not at the expense of softness.
To style, I use R+Co Dart Pomade Stick to tame flyaways and provide a light sheen to the hair, and it is a winter essential. The haircut is also compatible with statement earrings or bold lipstick, which would immediately make any outfit look better.
The best part of this shorter shape is that it is simple to style to suit the occasion, slick it down in the evening or leave it air-dried in the morning with that loose look. It is sensible, jesting, and never-endingly flattering.
Two-Tone Edgy Undercut Pixie
And lastly, one to the brave, a short choppy, edgy pixie with a soft blonde top, and a deeper undercut. The contrast is unbelievably shaping and attitude-wise, particularly when combined with winter neutrals such as charcoal or camel coats. It is strong, surprising, and up to date without going overboard.
To maintain it, I would suggest Redken Extreme Strength Builder Plus Mask – it is healthy and strong enough to maintain the bleached strands through the cold months. I apply it on a weekly basis particularly when using heat to style my hair.
