Okay, babe, real talk: winter hits and suddenly every hat owns my head 24/7. But this year? We’re fighting back with hairstyles that look fire under scarves, survive wind chills, and make you feel like the main character in a snowy rom-com. These 15 winter hairstyle inspirations for 2025 are low-effort, high-impact, and perfect when it’s too cold to care but you still wanna slay. Hat hair? Never heard of her.
Ready to ditch the messy bun rut and actually enjoy brushing your hair again? Let’s get into it.
1. The Messy Low Bun with Pearl Pins
Who says winter hair has to be boring? Twist everything low at the nape, pull out a few face-framing pieces (because frostbite cheeks need love too), and scatter pearl pins like you’re a Victorian ice queen. Pro tip: do it slightly damp so it stays put under your coat collar all day.
Everyone compliments this one because it looks expensive but takes literally 45 seconds. Peak winter hairstyle win.
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2. Sleek High Ponytail Wrapped in a Silk Scarf
Cold air making your ends crispy? Pull it up high, smooth with a boar bristle brush, and wrap the base with a silk scarf in burgundy or cream. Instant Parisian vibe and zero flyaways. I tried ribbon once… cute for five minutes, then it unraveled in the wind. Scarf = superior.
This is your “I woke up like this but actually put in effort” look.
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3. Soft Hollywood Waves with Ribbon Details
Let your hair down (literally) but make it winter-appropriate. Big loose waves, middle part, and tie tiny velvet ribbons at the ends. Looks romantic under fairy lights and hides the fact you haven’t washed it in… a while.
Is it even winter if you’re not channeling old-money ice-skating energy?
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4. Braided Crown with Metallic Thread
Two French braids across the top, pin the ends underneath—boom, crown. Weave in gold or silver thread for that subtle holiday sparkle. Works amazing on day-three hair and keeps everything off your neck when you’re layered up like a burrito.
My friend wore this to a Christmas market and got stopped for photos. No joke.
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5. Textured Pixie with Side-Swept Bangs
Short girlies, this one’s for you. Mess it up with sea salt spray, sweep bangs dramatically to one side. Add a cute beret and you’re basically French. Bonus: no hat hair trauma ever again.
IMO the pixie is the ultimate winter power move.
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6. Bubble Ponytail with Velvet Scrunchies
Section your pony into 4-5 bubbles using velvet scrunchies—looks fancy, takes two minutes. Perfect for when you’re running late to ice skate but still want to look cute falling over.
Everyone asks “where’d you get that done?” and you just smirk.
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7. Half-Up Top Knot with Face-Framing Tendrils
Half up, twist into a messy knot, leave two curly bits in front. Throw on a chunky headband and you’re golden. Keeps hair out of your hot chocolate—practical and adorable.
This saved me during last year’s polar vortex, no cap.
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8. Voluminous Curly Shag
Let those curls live! Diffuse upside down, add a satin bonnet at night, wake up looking like you have a personal stylist. Winter air can suck the life out of curls, but a good leave-in changes the game.
Curly girls, this is your season to shine ✨
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9. Low Chignon with Velvet Bow
The classiest five-minute style. Twist low, pin, slap on a massive velvet bow. Looks straight out of a winter wedding Pinterest board but works for grocery runs too.
Some say barrette, I say bigger bow = better life.
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10. Space Buns with Glitter Roots
Two high messy buns, part down the middle, dust roots with biodegradable glitter. Cute, playful, and surprisingly wind-resistant.
Perfect for ugly-sweater parties when you refuse to be basic.
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11. Side-Swept Waves with Jeweled Clips
Brush everything to one side, wave loosely, secure with jeweled barrettes. Old Hollywood meets ski lodge. I wore this to a holiday party and felt like a Bond girl.
Who needs a necklace when your hair does the talking?
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12. Dutch Braids into Low Pigtails
Two chunky Dutch braids starting from the temples, merge into low pigtails. Add ribbon at the ends for extra whimsy. Keeps hair tucked into your coat perfectly.
Skater-girl meets Scandinavian princess.
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13. Sleek Bob with Tucked Behind Ears
Sharp bob, glass-hair shine, tuck behind ears and let it freeze that way (kidding… kinda). Pair with statement earrings that actually show.
The bob is having a major moment this winter—jump on it.
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14. Twisted Rope Braids with Metallic Cuffs
Two rope braids, slide on a few gold cuffs halfway down. Looks intricate but it’s literally just twisting two pieces. Zero heat needed—your hair will thank you.
My go-to when I’m too lazy for anything else but still want compliments.
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15. Fluffy Claw Clip Updo
The viral claw clip but bigger and messier. Tease the crown, twist up, secure with a giant tortoiseshell clip. Pull out pieces in front for that “I woke up perfect” softness.
This one single-handedly saved my winter hair reputation last year.
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There you go, babe—15 winter hairstyle inspirations that actually work when it’s freezing outside. No more sacrificing style for warmth. Pick one, screenshot it, try it tomorrow, and thank me when you’re getting heart-eye emojis in your DMs.
Winter hair doesn’t have to be tragic. Stay cozy, stay cute, and remember: a good hair day makes even negative temps bearable.
