Remember the Great French Bob Boom of 2022? Everyone was getting the haircut that bluntly ended at or right above the chin. We predict the same fascination with the Italian bob in 2025—a refined, timeless chop that is longer than its predecessor. “This voluminous bob falls just above the shoulders, with slightly blunt ends and a natural wave or soft bend,” says Marie Nino, a hairstylist who works in New York City and Northvale, New Jersey. “It exudes sophistication with a bit more body and fullness than the French bob and often features a middle part.” The cut creates volume without being fluffy or bulky, giving its wearer the understated elegance and cool of a 1960s Sofia Loren.
Unsure if you want to try this look? Soft launch it with a layered haircut, says Toth. “You can give the illusion of this bob length if you have long layers toward the front of your face,” says Toth, adding that Kylie Jenner frequently turns to this look. “It’s the Italian bob vibe in the front with the hidden length tucked away in the back.”
Bixie wolf cut
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Bring that big, bad wolf energy to 2025 with this cut, which Nino says merges the shape of a bixie and the choppy layers of a wolf cut. “The bixie wolf cut has got that just-woke-up-like-this vibe, while feeling fresh and being full of movement,” she says. “It channels that effortlessly edgy Brooklyn energy.”
Nino recommends this style to those who desire a playful style that’s heavy on the attitude but light on maintenance. You can skip the regular trims. It only looks better as it grows out and gets more lived in.
Long, lived-in layers
Speaking of lived-in, there’s a low maintenance cut for long-hair fans too: Nino predicts lengthy, laidback layers will make a comeback in 2025 for their effortless vibe. It’s an excellent choice for those who want an easygoing look with a “touch of L.A. style.”
The upkeep is more forgiving than what’s required for other trends on this list. “The layers are soft and loose, adding just the right amount of texture so that your hair looks natural and cool as it grows out,” Nino says. If you prefer a low-effort style that wears well even if you forget to book your regular trims on time, give these layers a chance.
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Mixie
The mixie, the amalgamation of the mullet and the pixie, is having a resurgence in 2025. Devin Toth, a hairstylist at Salon SCK in New York City, describes it as a pixie with “a little more party in the back—but not too much party.” Think of your mullet as a flashy convertible (fun, but a little loud) while your mixie is more of an S-Class Mercedes (cool, complex, and you’ll see far fewer of them on the street).
