The Only Hair Trends You Must Bring Into 2017

If 2016 taught us anything, it’s to not be afraid to experiment with our hair. We watched the ebb and flow of hair trends like a hawk this year, but one thing remained constant: daring to be different. Here are a few hairstyles we loved while on our quest to be more stylish and, ultimately, much, much cooler. Wear them with love as you jump into the new year.

Glitter Roots

Glitter is good. But let’s be honest—too much glitter is a huge problem. That’s why glitter roots have a special place in our hearts. It’s like a party without all the drama. For the best effect, pair with double-braids or -buns.

The Side Braid

The side braid is the tour de force of braids. It’s elevated but with a hint of casual, making it the best look for almost every occasion.

Undercuts

Somewhere between mad sexy and taboo lies an undercut. They’re cool—and if pulled off properly can be damn near perfection—but it’s something about them that's so verboten. No? Okay, maybe it’s just us.

The Lob

We've said it a million times, but this year was practically buck wild with lobs. And there's more than one way to wear them. From layered and wispy to blunt and two-toned, lobs were the real MVP's of 2016.

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More hair trends to get into:

1. Why You Should Still Care About Last Year’s Hair Foiling Trend
2. Lily-Rose Depp Hit the Chanel Runway Wearing a Pretty Flower Hair Accessory
3. How to Master the Waterfall Braid That's All Over Pinterest

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Faux locs

Why should Blac Chyna be the only one enjoying this trend? Just wrap yarn or synthetic hair over braids for a fun look without the time and dedication it takes to wear the real style.

Platinum White Hair

No, this isn’t your great aunt’s white hair. Or, 'granny hair' as the hipsters say. Platinum white hair is a step above gray hair. Don’t believe us? Just Ask Bella Hadid, Nicole Richie and Taylor Swift who looked excellent in icy blonde strands this year.

Rainbow Hair

Forget everything you learned in school about ROYGBIV. This year rainbow hair was all about succulent tones of blues, purples, pinks and reds. And if you think this trend is only for teens, think again. You've got another thing coming.

Now watch how to master this braided undercut: