New Year, new hair? 2024 hair trends to radiate confidence

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New year – a time when the clock resets, and a chance to embrace new beginnings and fresh starts. It’s an opportunity to wave goodbye to the past and welcome the future; to see where mistakes were made, identify how things could have been done better, and think about what we want the future to look like.


This period of reflection is often accompanied by an innate desire to evolve, to change, and to reinvent ourselves – and what better way is there to begin this transformation than our hair? A visit to the best hair salon in Christchurch isn’t just about getting a haircut; it's about rediscovering oneself, channelling confidence, and stepping into the new year with a renewed spirit of bold choices, stunning transformations, and unbridled confidence.


Scream for extreme haircut CHCH style

Did you know haircut trends take shape in response to the socio-economic climate? So, it makes sense that extreme hair is going to be big in 2024 as an act of rebellion and a statement of courage. People are fed up with how things are and want to break away from the norm through unique and daring combinations; think very short hair, big big voluminous curls and experimental colours.


Reimagined nostalgia and retro cuts

The other side of the rebellion response is a craving for the safety and comfort ‘the good old days’. Fashion and beauty trends are cyclical, so its no surprise when there is a resurgence of hairstyles, but in 2024 these versions are given a contemporary twist. Inspired by the choppy cuts of the 70s and 90s, the modern shag delivers liberation from styling to look its best, its power fuelled by the skill of the best hairdressers in Christchurch.


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The Butterfly haircut

This trend combines layered elegance with '90s volume. The Butterfly cut blends shorter layers on top, voluminous mid-lengths, and face-framing strands, the silhouette resembling a butterfly's wings—offering both volume at the crown and flowing lengths. It’s versatile: tied up, the shorter sections can be pulled out for a fringe/ boho texture to frame your features. This style is good news for people of all ages- it’s flattering and requires minimal styling for texture and definition, but it can be tweaked to suit your preferences.


The perennial Balayage

As the leading Balayage hairdressers in Christchurch, Corkin and Friends confirm Balayage remains on the hot hair list for 2024. It’s an incredible low-maintenance, high impact hair colouring technique that adds depth and dimension. Can you have Balayage on short hair, yes; can curly hair have Balayage colouring, yes; and you can use any colours. The versatility of Balayage is next level.


As we step into 2024, the mantra remains clear: embrace change with confidence. Whether you're leaning towards a version of rebellious cuts or simply enjoying discovering new hairstyles, the year promises a blend of timeless elegance and fresh vibes. Here's to a year of bold choices, unforgettable transformations, and unparalleled confidence. You can book a hair appointment online by clicking here or call the Christchurch city hair salon on 03 371 9297.

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