Autumn Winter 2017 hair trends: The styles you’ll be wearing this season
There was a distinctly political feel to the Autumn Winter 2017 fashion shows. While the clothes were bold and brave, the hair represented the woman of the moment. She's strong, independent and powerful - and her 'do acts as weaponry when it needs to.
There's no surprise this season was centred around taking a stand and proving the power of women. With recent world events, namely the election of Donald Trump as US President, designers found creative ways to prove women can – and will – fight back.
From the power plaits showcased backstage to the powerful full fringes on the runway, hair was a way to express our strength. It was also an outlet to express our femininity and sexuality. From snogged-out lips at Preen to post-sex hair at Alexander Wang and soft, romantic waves elsewhere, this season proved that sex sells... as does love and romance.
Take a look at our run-down of the top hair trends for Autumn and Winter 2017 below...
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The humble hair accessory took centre stage this season, undergoing a sophisticated, wearable upgrade.
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At shows such as Elie Saab and Chanel, hairbands were glitzy and glam.
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At Altuzarra, models embraced the fun and furry textures.
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Cute black hair bows were made incredibly chic. At shows such as Rochas...
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...Temperley London...
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and Tory Burch...
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... where bows were slightly oversized and heavy on the sophistication.
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Forget the humble centre parting, this Autumn/Winter, it's about pushing things aside. We loved this romantic look at Zac Posen.
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At Louis Vuitton in Paris, there was more of a 'grunge' feel.
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And at Missoni they were a touch more sleek.
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We loved David Koma's take on the side parting, which was amplified by cool power braids.
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In line with the theme of baddass women, hairstylists use their expertise to put a spotlight on powerful, punk rock-inspired 'dos - from slick hair to shaggy crops.
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In Marni, it was all about nonchalant grunge.
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Models accompanied their Marni styles with a heavy dose of attitude.
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Another way to channel your inner rock chick? Dabble in rainbow shades, like at Marc Jacobs.
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If you're a little nervous of all-over colour, follow Versace's lead and try dip-dyed ends.
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At Saint Laurent, models embraced their natural curls and channeled 70s rock chicks.
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And at Osman, hair was stripped back and the popular buzzcut looked cooler than ever.
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This season proved that sex sells... but so does love and romance. Hair was styled into soft romantic waves, lips were snogged-out and post-sex hair was in.
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We adored the ethereal waves at Badgley Mischka.
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At Alexander Wang, the messy texture hinted at post-sex hair.
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One of the standout styles came from Jenny Packham, who debuted romantic 'knitted' locks.
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As well as pretty twists.
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Another way to prove your strength? With intricate, power plaits that sat like weaponry on the model's heads.
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At H&M, styles were ultra sleek and pushed back with simple headbands.
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Vivienne Westwood's take was more relaxed.
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And at Antonio Ortega, there was a definitive punky feel.
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At Balmain, the plaits were strong and pulled back.
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There was a nice combination of new, powerful styles and those that were inspired by past eras. Bottega Veneta showcased ultra chic twists.
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There were gorgeous silk scarves at MSGM.
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60s-style sky-high beehives were seen at Chanel.
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And vintage, 20s-inspired waves were everywhere, from Badgley Mischka...
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To Zac Posen.
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Luxury, expensive-looking cuts and styles were rife during AW17. They were largely present through the sleek textures and lengths.
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Victoria Beckham's models pushed their lengths back behind their ears.
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At Topshop Unique, it was all about pairing straight styles with bold lips.
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Miu Miu proved sleekness was achievable in an updo too.
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Likewise at Loewe.
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And at Valentino the straight styles were accompanied by cute mini plaits.
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While partings were sent to the side, fringes were full and sat front and centre. At Moschino, they had a retro feel.
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At Tashadi Shoji they were paired with heavy lashes.
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Models at Kenzo rocked eyelash-skimming styles.
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Most full fringes were cut bluntly rather than choppily.
