The New Nation - Internet Edition

Farizaa Sabreen

A simple change in hairstyle can utterly change your personality. This transformation makes you a trendy chic and inspires your friends to copy your hairstyle.

The non-conforming and asymmetrical hairstyles and pulled back hairstyle are common now. This year though shorter hairstyles ruled, longer hairstyles still flourished, and many prefer the bob. The natural look rules and so hair jewelry is not in vogue this season. Soft feminine hairstyles are chick.

Choosing the right haircut is not so easy. Because, there are so many styles. At first know which hair type (curly, wavy, or straight) you have and what hairstyles go best with the texture of your hair. Then update your hairstyle with one of these hot trends.

The Bob

Look for the bob style to make a bit of a "comeback" this Winter season as several celebrities are making this classic look all their own.

The bob is a natural accompaniment to the revival in 1920s, 30s and 40s fashions we're experiencing. In 2008 the bob can be a longer, blunt cut. The bob can be fringed or fringeless and works well in pretty much any colour.

The Fringe

In 2008 when super model Kate Moss got a fringe, the rest of the chick try it. What's best is that as a trend, you're going to have plenty of options to make it your own.

Soft Wedge Haircut

Another hot hairstyle trend is the soft wedge haircut. This short hairstyle adds much sparkle to your face. Since a lot of texturing and layering is used, your hairstyle looks soft and very smooth, in case of cut-style. Even people with thin hair can go in for this short cut, as it adds volume. It is suitable for almost every face cut and adds appeal to the personality.

Razor Cuts with Layers

A razor cut with a lot of emphasis on layering is being predicted to be absolutely in. You may have short or long hair and the razor style can be implemented beautifully, without compromising on length. Get a cut that enhances your facial features, adding much softness and playfulness to your look. Try to get more layering around the ears and on hair that falls on the side of your cheeks. With a short razor cut, a messy look can also be accepted.

Poker Straight

Curls and waves will be transformed into straight and smooth flowing hair. Even if you love to keep those waves, make sure they just gather at the ends of your hair and the rest of the hair is absolutely straight. Get prepared to straighten out those curled locks for a sleeker and newer you!

If you want to color your hair, you can.

Loose Waves

If you have medium-length or longer hair, create loose look or romantic waves for a super-romantic look. It's the season to loosen up the bun and let those curls hang loose, and you can add some volume with mousse and leave-in conditioner.

Thick and Blunt Bangs

Blunt bangs are a trendy choice for many celebrities this season. Thick and blunt bangs cut at the crown are the best way to capture this fresh trend that can take a few years off your looks!

The Side Part

The sleek side part is back for another season, and can be pulled off with nearly any hair length or type. The extreme side part works especially well with the short bob or hair that is pulled back into an updo.