Anyone else ask all of their Gen Z friends what fashion and beauty trends are in right now? I often feel like I can’t keep up with the latest styles as they always seem to be changing, but I know that I can rely on those around me to keep me up to date. Luckily for me, I also have a few Gen Z colleagues in the office who are always sporting the coolest outfits, nail trends and makeup looks. In fact, just this morning one of my colleagues was filling me in on which blue eyeshadow I should buy this summer (yes, blue eyeshadow is back).
However, one thing I am really keen to know is what hair trends we can expect to see everywhere this season. I’ve been wearing my hair in the same style for months on end, and I really want to experiment with some new looks this summer. So I thought it was only right that I called upon my Gen Z colleagues to find out which hairstyles, hair cuts and hair accessories all the cool people are wearing over on TikTok and Instagram. They had so many good suggestions that I had to write an article about it to share some of these fun hair trends with you. So, if you’re in need of some fresh inspiration, keep on scrolling for all the styles they recommend…
6 Gen Z Hair Trends to Try This Summer
1. Baby Bangs
Fringes are bang on trend right now, and “baby bangs” are the Gen z-approved way to wear the hairstyle. A little longer than micro bangs (but a bit shorter than your usual fringe), baby bangs instantly add a cool edge to any look.
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GHD
Mini Hair Straightener in Black
£159
This mini hair straightener is great for styling fringes.
LARRY KING
Haircare Flyaway With Me Kit
£20
Keep your baby bangs in place with this flyaway kit from Larry King.
2. Headbands
Headbands are nothing new, but they are one of the easiest ways to elevate your hairstyle this season. There are lots of fun ways to wear this trend, no matter what your summer plans are.
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URBAN OUTFITTERS
Plain Headband 2-Pack
£14
Urban Outfitters has so many cool hair accessories right now.
BY ANTHROPOLOGIE
Embellished Headband
£20
I love this embellished style for special occasions.
3. Slicked-Back Styles
Slicked-back hairstyles may have been around for a while, but according to my Gen Z colleagues, they aren’t going anywhere. From slicked-back buns to ponytails and plaits, there are lots of different ways to wear this trend. The key is finding a good hair gel to get that really polished finish.
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HAIR BY SAM MCKNIGHT
Self Control Styling Gel
£22
A great hair gel for slicked-back styles.
BUMBLE AND BUMBLE
Sumogel
£28
This hair gel has been designed with slick, modern looks in mind.
4. Side Partings
Sorry millennials, but the side parting is back, and it’s set to take over the middle parting this summer. This hair trend looks great with slicked-back styles, so why not combine two Gen Z hairstyles in one?
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GHD
The Sectioner Tail Hair Comb
£12£9
This comb will make sectioning your side part much easier.
OUAI
Matte Pomade
£20
Keep your parting in place with Ouai’s matte pomade.
5. Hair Clips
I couldn’t believe it when my Gen Z colleagues told me that decorative hair clips are back. I used to wear these all the time back in the ’90s and early ’00s, so I can’t wait to give this trend a go.
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SILENCE + NOISE
Hammered Star Hair Clips 2-Pack
£12
So cute.
ACCESSORIZE
2-Pack Molten Metal Hair Clips
£10£3
For something more subtle, I love these clips from Accessorize.
6. Floral Claw Clips
Speaking of clips, I’ve been seeing these floral claw clips everywhere. This Gen Z hair trend is so cute for summer and will add a fun touch to any outfit.
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URBAN OUTFITTERS
Tropical Flower Claw Clip
£12
Told you Urban Outfitters have the coolest hair accessories.
WHISTLES
Flower Claw Clip
£39
Add a pop of red to your look with this claw clip from Whistles.
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