Somebody Call 2014—This "Tumblr" Hair Trend Is Officially Back for Spring

Somebody Call 2014—This "Tumblr" Hair Trend Is Officially Back for Spring


Another day, another nostalgic beauty trend making waves in the zeitgeist. And just like past looks that have received an updated, 2025 spin (Pencil-thin brows! Blue eye shadow! Chunky highlights!), this one has received quite the fuss online. Get ready to revamp your Tumblr and blast My Chemical Romance—ombré hair is poised to make a major comeback this spring.

If you immediately cringed at the thought of reverting to those angsty, dip-dyed tips, I hear you. I was a little hesitant myself after seeing hairstylist and trend forecaster Tom Smith predict ombré hair’s imminent revival, but after speaking with Smith about the trend, including his tips on how to make it chic, not “cheugy,” I’m fully on board. Allow me to (re)introduce you to ombré hair, spring 2025’s version.

When did ombré hair become popular?