Spring 2017 hair trend report: the best styles to try NOW
Indeed, there was a definite air of power and confidence when it came to the hair. Gelled wet-look locks and slicked-back structured styles shone brightly and exuded female empowerment.
Other designers took inspiration from past decades, most notably the 70s and 80s, with power curls and 70s-style shags having a moment backstage.
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In other news, short hair and plaits have never been cooler. The difference is this season, it's up to you how you wear them - which brings us right back to the notion of personality. SS17 was less about set trends and more about threads of inspiration and certain feelings and looks.
Keep scrolling for your ultimate SS17 hairstyle guide or check out our roundup of the best hair trends 2017...
Getty Images80s Power Curls
In continuation from last season's obsession with curls, SS17 was big on texture and waves. 80s-inspired curls took centre stage at shows such as Topshop Unique and were paired with extreme side partings for extra dramatic impact.
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At Julien Macdonld, hair was wavy and tousled with a wet-look effect. The look oozed glamour and confidence.
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Hair at Vera Wang can be described in one word: stunning. Natural curls added a hint of sophistication to the clothes.
Rex FeaturesPower Hair
It wasn't just about power curls this season, however. There was a clear running theme throughout many shows; hair can be used as a weapon and a symbol of confidence and empowerment. We loved the sculpted crossover styles at Carolina Herrera.
Rex FeaturesPower Hair
At Tibi, hair was given an extra edge with ponytails wrapped in belted-style ribbons.
Power Hair
At Sportsmax, ponytails were textured and strong.
IndigitalPower Hair
Many shows kept the hair simple, but slicked-back and ultra cool.
Power Hair
Power hair doesn't need to be ultra-styled. A simple behind-the-ear tuck can scream confidence.
IndigitalPower Hair
This was the case at Salvatore Ferragamo also. Just add on a pair of shades and go.
Getty ImagesPower Hair
Models looked strong and empowered at Emanuel Ungaro where hair had a slightly damp look.
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Wonder Woman ain't got nothing on the models at Nicholas K and their super high hair.
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Jason Wu made a case for a slick of bright orange lipstick and cool girl hair.
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The style looked even more impressive from the side.
70s hair
The 70s trend has been building in momentum all year with the return of shag cuts, nonchalance and choppy textures.
70s hair
At Alexander Wang, models rocked undone, tousled cuts. It felt like we had stepped into a time machine.
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We adored the curly shoulder-length locks at Saint Laurent.
Getty Images70s hair
Roberto Cavalli screamed 70s with their masculine shag cuts.
Getty Images70s hair
The styles at Mimi Wade had a very retro feel but with a modern twist.
Getty Images70s hair
Baja East showcased hair that was so clearly inspired by the age of the hippy - and we were into it in a big way!
Gelled, Wet Look Locks
In line with this season's love of power hair, slick, gelled-down manes were big on the catwalk. The look at Alexander McQueen was severe yet incredibly cool.
Rex FeaturesGelled, Wet Look Locks
At Christopher Kane, hair was pulled back to let the gorgeous jewellery do the talking.
Getty ImagesGelled, Wet Look Locks
Gelled hair can be sleek, it can be powerful and then it can be grungey and rock-chick inspired, like at AV Robertson.
Getty ImagesGelled, Wet Look Locks
Jason Wu's take on wet-look hair was the epitome of power and strength.
Getty ImagesGelled, Wet Look Locks
Thakoon proved you can totally rock a wet-look updo without looking greasy.
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We love the eye-catching slicked side fringes at Givenchy.
Getty ImagesPlaits, Your Way
There were a number of different braid interpretations this season. Wear them how you'd like, just wear them with confidence.
Rex FeaturesPlaits, Your Way
At Roberto Cavalli, there was a distinct 70s feel to the hair.
Rex FeaturesPlaits, Your Way
Extreme braiding was in at Gucci. You may need a friend to help create this style...
IndigitalPlaits, Your Way
Always the pioneer of the super pretty, Erdem served up cute plaited buns wrapped in ribbon.
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It was all about length at Ashish...
Plaits, Your Way
... and at Valentino!
IndigitalThe New Short
Spring/Summer 2017 offered up multiple options for short hair. Shorter locks felt new and revived, be it with curls or modern pixie cuts. One thing's for sure: short is the way to go.
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At Fendi, it was all about pairing your short hair with a glitter lip and some oversized shades.
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At Prada, models were given uniform short retro bobs which gave the fashion a cool twist.
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Models at Dior proved the new pixie cut is certainly more wearable than it's ever been with a slightly more feminine, delicate fringe detail.
The New Short
At Giorgio Armani, there was a set style for most models: super short and pulled back on one side, sleek and bob-length on the other. We loved it.
The New Short
At Balenciaga, it was go super short or go home. The bottom of the hair had the air of a 70s mullet which hadn't quite developed.
The New Short
This season was about embracing different lengths within the same style.
IndigitalShort Fringes
This SS17, fringes went micro; the shorter and choppier, the better. While it can be a hard look to pull off IRL, get it right and you'll love it forever.
IndigitalShort Fringes
The take at Dior was smooth, sleek and very grown-up.
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Hair at Balenciaga was all about the standout mini fringe and cool anti-bob haircut.
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At Mulberry, there was a definite rock chick vibe to the choppy bangs.
