It is always winter, a time of reinvention, right? Cold weather welcomes warm clothing, new cosmetics, and, lastly, new hair styling. To the rest of us with round face shapes, the right cut may entirely change the way our features shine. Whether it is a short bob of hair or a long layered movement, all the styles of the season are balanced, textured and a bit daring.
Warm Brunette Layers with Face-Framing Highlights
Balancing a round shape is a life saver with soft, dimensional layered waves. In this case, the combination of dark brunette and lighter ribbows in the front provides immediate framing of the face, providing additional angles and flattening cheeks in a beautiful way. It is the type of cut that is particularly effective in medium or long length since the highlights raise the eye line.
In order to maintain the color bright in the colder season, I would rely on a moisturizing gloss treatment such as Redken Shades EQ. It does not only tone but also locks in a shine which can be lost with dry winter air.
I personally enjoy the way this cut flows – it is easy enough to take a coffee run but nice enough to go out in the evening. Celebrity stylist Chris Appleton has mentioned many times that adding brightness around the front is like a natural filter and I could not agree more.
Medium Chocolate Waves with Soft Definition
Another flattering path is a shape medium cut of hair with slight curves. These layers of wavy hair are chocolate-brown, and fall in at a mid length, which assists in visually extending the face instead of making it wider. The curly loose effect does not build-up on the sides but makes the edges soft.
The secret to maintaining this texture is a light curl cream – Ouidad Advanced Climate Control Heat & Humidity Gel is a winter savior as it can calm the frizz but it will not make the thin hair heavy.
I love most of all that it is versatile: I can wear this outfit either casually in a white tee or glam in a bright lip. That freedom is precisely why a medium cut is the most comfortable in the cold.
Long Length Blonde with Polished Shine
And, when you are fond of long layered cuts, this sleek blonde is the winter update. Even the elongated length contributes the balance to a heavier face and the face framing and the straight hair are soft and not harsh.
Care in this case refers to moisture, moisture, moisture and I would use Olaplex No. 8 Bond Intense Moisture Mask at least once a week to prevent split ends caused by dry indoor heating.
I always associate this appearance with warm turtlenecks and bare skin makeup – it is classic but wintery. When worn in long, blonde hair, in that round shape, that long silhouette many of us desire during the colder months is achieved.
Dark Mid Length Waves with Curtain Bangs
To someone who wants a bit of dimension and a bit of softness, mid length dark wavy hair with bangs is just the way to go. The face is opened with the curtain front that makes it slimmer without losing the overall vibe that is chic and friendly.
Stylist Sally Hershberger has previously said that curtain bangs are a built-in contouring, and I can actually understand why. They fracture width and yet they are soft.
I would wear it with big knits throughout the season- it has the right amount of movement as to be romantic, particularly on those frosty winter mornings when a little coziness can go a long way.
Short Textured Pixie with Platinum Blonde
Winter is also the time to be bold and there is nothing like making a statement like a short pixie with layers. The platinum sound makes the darker months brighter and the cut is choppy and textured and provides structure to a rounded shape.
Maintenance also implies frequent trims- 4-6 times a month- and I would suggest purple shampoo (such as Fanola No Yellow) to prevent brassiness.
Although I tend to wear a medium or long style, I would not be able to deny how empowering this cut is. It makes the jawline sharper and immediately chic, evidence of the fact that short hair can be just as feminine as long hair.
Rust-Toned Shag with Layered Volume
To the retro lovers, the modern shag is back and this rust shade takes it a notch higher. The flipped-edge layered chop is amazing in breaking up fullness in a round shape. The feathered pieces about the front are playful movement that is winter-perfect.
Shags are obsessed with a good texturizing spray – Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray is my own personal favorite when it comes to ensuring that it does not fall flat in dry winter air.
I just can not stop smiling when looking at this cut, it seems like a small rebellion against the perfect styles, yet it still puts the face in such a flattering position. It is both cool and friendly and ideal to any person who desires something trendy.
