It's a new year and for many of us, that's conducive to a new look. Our hair has so much to do with mood and identity – a fresh style can be monumental, giving you a boost that carries through the months ahead. If you're itching for something different, we've got plenty of hair trend references: perfect bobs, BRAT-coded length, great fringe inspiration and a stack of colour ideas. Whatever your hair type or your vibe, you're sure to find something worth emulating below.

The best hair trends on 2026 according to RUSSH, below.

A tiny crop

Almost a bob, but not quite. Proof that loosing a few centimetres can be mega.

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A bob

Slightly longer for those unwilling to go above the ear (but just as cool).

 

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A French twist

Call it The Row effect – twists, rolls and up-dos are in, as are hair accessories. Try combs, pins and barrettes in black or tortoise.

 

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18th Century curls

The Wuthering Heights of it all... Expect to see more renaissance inspired hair this year.

 

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Extreme length

Pop icons Dua Lipa and Charli XCX are proof that super long, hip grazing length is still very much a thing in 2026.

 

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Dirty blonde

Every year, there's a new way to interpret blonde. In 2026, we're very into lived-in recession blonde – slightly grown out and a little bit golden (very cool, and very French).

 

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Bangs

A thick, heavy fringe parted slightly in the middle, a la Mia Goth, is set to be big in 2026. If you're new to bangs, cut them slightly longer to make styling easier.

 

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Cool-toned chocolate

High contrast TikTok will tell you that an icy, glossy chocolate brown is the shade of the year.

 

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Strawberry and chestnut shades

Not red, not copper, not blonde, but some place in between.

 

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