Why Cindy Crawford's Cloud haircut is the airy trim for spring

Cindy Crawford is pictured with voluminous, wavy hair whilst attending the 2026 WWD Style Awards presented by Women's Wear Daily at Regent Santa Monica Beach on January 09, 2026, in Santa Monica, California/ in a white, paper texture template with pink and green dots and lines — (Image credit: Getty Images/Amy Sussman)

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For soft, airy movement and volume, Cindy Crawford's 'Cloud haircut' is the look to request, with its almost invisible layers and puffy waves - especially if you're keen to give your hair a subtle spring refresh.

While we're still only a few months into the new year, the 2026 hair trend predictions are already coming to fruition, with 'elevated minimalism' and bounce-boosting layers proving in high demand. These more subtle trims are, after all, ideal for refreshing and adding life back into your strands without committing to anything too bold or high-maintenance. To us, these understated but intentional updates feel very apt for a new season, as they make a noticeable difference without feeling extreme. Feathered layers, especially, are a great option for adding bounce, whilst still keeping length. This month, though, we're welcoming an even more minimalistic iteration, dubbed the Cloud cut.

Why Cindy Crawford's Cloud haircut is the ultimate springtime strand refresher

When one thinks of a perfect, gravity-defying blowout, Cindy Crawford's iconic mane is likely the first to spring to mind, and while her voluminous waves can feel unattainable, her hairstylist has just given us a little insight into what exactly to ask our own hairdressers for to achieve a similar style.

Coining her new trim (and the one we'll all be requesting for here on out), the Cloud haircut, Dimitris Giannetos, celebrity hairstylist, took to Instagram to showcase the look, describing it as airy and voluminous. And aside from the fact that she, naturally, has glorious hair and a lot of it, layers played a key role in creating the fluffy dimension.

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Unlike the very choppy and flicky layers we saw so much of last year, Giannetos said Crawfords are "invisible and soft razored layers." Using a razor over traditional scissors can afford a more blended and textured finish, adding instant life and volume without any harsh lines. This soft dimension can then be further accentuated by curls and waves - as Crawford's strands demonstrate.

As mentioned, elevated minimalism is set to be a key theme with haircut and colour trends in 2026, and these razor layers definitely fall into that category. They're subtle but will make quite an impact on the overall volume and look of your strands, especially if you have mid to long hair and want to maintain that length. Therefore, making them a great option if you're keen to give your strands a zhush ready for the spring and summer months, especially if they've been feeling dull and a bit flat.

Recreate Cindy Crawford's bouncy hairdo

While these sorts of soft layers might feel subtle, they can make styling your hair feel fresh and fun again. And in case you want to recreate Crawford's look exactly, we've rounded up everything you'll need, from one of the best curlers (to mimic that star's tousled, airy waves) to bounce-boosting texture sprays.

A product shot of the Dyson Airwrap i.d Amber Silk for Straight Wavy, with all its attachments and travel case, on a white background

Dyson

Dyson Airwrap i.d Amber Silk for Straight Wavy

RRP: $649.99/ £479.99

For bouncy waves and curls, as well as accentuating your layers, the Dyson Airwrap is a great tool to have in your kit. Its barrels and round brush attachments are ideal for adding volume and airy, effortless movement to your strands, which is ideal for creating a 'cloud'-like look. As a multi-styler, it also acts as your hairdryer, smoother and of course, curler, making well worth the investment.

Color Wow

Color Wow Xtra Large Bombshell Volumizer

RRP: $28/£24

For lasting and effortless-looking bounce, a volumising mousse is a great buy, especially if you're planning to follow Crawford's lead with this fluffy, layered cut. This one from Color Wow features protein-rich bamboo to hydrate and enhance your strands, and has built-in heat protection, making it ideal for using ahead of styling with your best curlers and multi-stylers.

Oribe

Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray

RRP: $52/£47

For ruffled, done but 'undone' texture, Oribe's Dry Texturizing Spray works to absorb oil that forms around the hair root, leaving your strands fresh but with a lasting, chic tousle. Its patented polymers add lift to your roots and volume throughout, whilst also shielding your hair from harmful UV rays.

Naomi is a Digital Beauty Writer at woman&home, where she covers everything from makeup to skincare but specialises, particularly, in fragrance and nail trends. Through her work, Naomi shares her trend expertise and personal product recommendations. She is also a judge for woman&home's annual hair, skincare and beauty awards.

Previously, she worked as a Lifestyle News Writer for My Imperfect Life magazine, where she used her savvy for TikTok to bring readers the latest beauty buzzwords, fashion movements and must-have products.

Before that, Naomi split her time between both GoodTo and My Imperfect Life, whilst training for her Gold Standard diploma in Journalism with the NCTJ.

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