Last year may have given us Brat Summer, but things are moving in a decidedly prim direction for 2025. Hair-wise, youâll be seeing a lot more of the Charlotte cut.
It follows in the footsteps of rising trends weâve seen elsewhere, like the ultrafeminine hair trend (which has seen princess updos and dainty buns return), or even fashion reruns, like the pearl necklace, which is making an undeniable comeback and resurrecting vintage charm, referencing the likes of Jackie O and Coco Chanel as it goes.
What is the Charlotte cut?
Remember in Legally Blonde when Elle Woods was trying to nail the perfect first-day-at-work outfit? She flew through her wardrobe, musing: âToo Nancy, too Hillary, too Monica, too perfect for words!â This is that in haircut form.
The Charlotte cut lands on the same energy as Sex & the Cityâs Charlotte York. Itâs a little prim, preppy, traditional, and romantic. You can imagine it worn with an Alice band, a pearl necklace, and a tailored cardigan. But as with the ultrafeminine hair trend, it comes with a modern update, and weâve seen it worn with a pinch of salt from the cool girls who have been pairing it with edgier outfits and relaxed tailoring.
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As for the chops actual anatomy? Itâs essentially a lob or collarbone-length style, cut one-length with minimal or invisible layering (to distance itself from the shaggier Rachel or butterfly cuts that have been trending). The styling is just as important. The trend keeps things feeling polished and sleek but it should feel approachable, like a girl-next-door swishy finish versus anything too âdone.â Mussy sexture is definitely not the vibe here, though.
Why choose the Charlotte cut?
Any haircut you get is an opportunity to inhabit a character of your choosing, in the same way that landing on your outfit can help signal your personality. This one leans into the coquette, demure, and old-money trends that are only continuing to grow and evolve into 2025. But the cut offers versatility. It doesnât actually lock you into one trend since you can choose to style it up in different ways on the days you want something a little more cutesy, edgy, or relaxed.
Itâs also perfect if youâre growing out a bob or moving from longer hair toward a bob cut more cautiously since itâs basically a longer lob chop.
How to wear the Charlotte cut?
We keep seeing the trend everywhere. Here are some of our favorite ways to wear it.
Girl-next-door Charlotte cut
This cute collarbone-length Charlotte cut feels effortless, approachable, and not too styled. A quick blast with a blow-dryer and a brush can give this semi-sleek finish.
