Pokemon Legends Z-A Hairstyles: How to Change & All Options

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In Pokémon Legends: Z-A, you can change your character’s hairstyle and hair color at any time after reaching a certain point in the story. The game offers a set of preset hairstyles for both male and female characters, plus a color picker with dozens of shades. Here’s exactly how to unlock the salon, where to find it, and every hairstyle available in the base game.

How to Unlock Hairstyle Changes

Hairstyle changes are not available from the start. You need to progress through the main story until you reach Chapter 3, when the player character gains access to the Quartier Florissant (the main shopping district in Lumiose City). Once there, look for the Salon de Coiffure, marked by a stylized scissors icon on the map. The salon opens after you complete the first major mission involving the Z-A storyline—roughly 2–3 hours into the game, depending on how much side content you do.

You can also change your hairstyle from the main menu (press X to open the menu, then select “Style�). This menu becomes available at the same time as the salon. The main menu option is convenient because you can change your look anywhere, even in the middle of a battle-free area, without traveling back to the salon.

Where to Change Your Hairstyle

There are two ways to change your hairstyle:

Salon de Coiffure – Located in the central plaza of Quartier Florissant, near the fountain. Interact with the stylist NPC to open the customization screen.
Main Menu → Style – Opens the same customization screen. This is the fastest method and works anywhere, including inside buildings and on routes.

Both methods cost nothing—unlike previous games, there is no fee for changing your hairstyle in Legends: Z-A. You can change as often as you like.

All Available Hairstyles in the Base Game

The game offers 12 distinct hairstyles for each gender (male and female). However, the male and female sets are not identical—some styles are exclusive to one gender. Here is the full list:

Female Hairstyles

Default Bob – Chin-length bob with straight bangs.
Long Straight – Hair down to the mid-back, parted in the middle.
Wavy Long – Loose waves that reach the shoulder blades.
Ponytail – High ponytail with a few face-framing strands.
Twin Tails – Two high pigtails, each tied with a small bow.
Short Pixie – Very short crop, spiky at the top.
Side Braid – A single braid draped over one shoulder.
Top Knot – Hair pulled into a bun on top of the head, with the rest loose.
Curly Afro – Full, voluminous curly hair.
Half-Up Half-Down – Top half tied back, bottom half loose.
Bun with Bangs – Low bun at the nape, with straight bangs.
Bob with Curls – Chin-length bob with inward curls at the ends.

Male Hairstyles

Default Crop – Short, neat crop with a side part.
Spiky – Medium-length spikes all over.
Long and Tied – Hair pulled back into a low ponytail, with bangs.
Undercut – Sides shaved, longer on top, pushed back.
Curly Top – Short on the sides, curly on top.
Buzz Cut – Very short, uniform length.
Side Swept – Longer hair swept to one side.
Top Knot – Similar to female version, but with shorter sides.
Faux Hawk – Shaved sides, with a strip of longer hair down the middle.
Wavy Medium – Medium-length waves, parted in the middle.
Braided – A single braid in the back, with the rest loose.
Pompadour – Longer hair swept upward and back, with volume.

Note that the male and female lists are not interchangeable—you cannot choose a style from the other gender’s set. The game does not offer a gender-neutral option; you pick your character’s gender at the start, and that determines which set you get.

Hair Color Options and Customization

Beyond the cut, you can change your hair color to any of 24 preset colors, plus a custom color picker that lets you choose from a full spectrum (hue, saturation, and brightness sliders). The preset colors include:

Black, Dark Brown, Chestnut, Light Brown, Auburn, Red, Orange, Golden Blonde, Platinum Blonde, Ash Blonde, Pink, Magenta, Purple, Indigo, Blue, Teal, Green, Lime, Yellow, White, Gray, Silver, and two shades of “Pastel� (pink and blue).

You can also adjust the highlights—choose a second color that appears as streaks or tips, depending on the hairstyle. Not all styles show highlights; for example, the Buzz Cut and Pixie have no area for highlights, so the highlight option is grayed out for those.

How to Change Hair in the Style Menu

Here’s the step-by-step process:

Press X to open the main menu.
Select Style (the icon looks like a shirt or a mirror).
Choose Hair from the submenu.
Use the left/right arrows to scroll through the hairstyles. The character preview updates instantly.
Once you find a style you like, press A to select it.
Then choose Color to pick a preset or use the custom sliders.
Press Done to apply the changes. There is no confirmation prompt—the change is immediate.

You can also change your eye color and freckles in the same Style menu, but those are separate options (Eye and Face).

Common Problems and Misconceptions

Many players wonder if they can change their character’s gender later—you cannot. The gender is locked at the start, and there is no option to change it in the Style menu. Also, some hairstyles are temporarily unavailable during certain story events (e.g., when you’re undercover or in a cutscene), but they return after the event.

Another misconception is that you need to pay for hairstyle changes—you don’t. The salon is free, and the Style menu is free. There is no in-game currency or item required.

If you’re playing on a Nintendo Switch, note that the Style menu is not accessible during online battles or while in a trade. You must be in a non-battle area.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my hairstyle in Pokémon Legends: Z-A?

Yes, you can change your hairstyle at any time after reaching Chapter 3. Use the Style menu from the pause screen or visit the Salon de Coiffure in Quartier Florissant. There is no cost, and you can change as often as you want.

How many hairstyles are there in Pokémon Legends: Z-A?

There are 12 hairstyles for each gender, so 24 total, but they are gender-locked. The male and female sets are different, so you cannot mix and match.

Can I change my hair color to any color?

You can choose from 24 preset colors, and there is also a custom color picker that lets you create any color using hue, saturation, and brightness sliders. You can also add a second highlight color if the hairstyle supports it.

Do I need to pay to change my hairstyle?

No, hairstyle changes are completely free. There is no fee at the salon or when using the Style menu. You can change your look unlimited times.

Can I change my character’s gender later?

No, gender is chosen at the start of the game and cannot be changed. The hairstyle options are tied to your gender, so you cannot access the other set.

Why is the Style menu grayed out?

The Style menu is grayed out during battles, trades, and certain story cutscenes. It becomes available again once you’re in a normal area. If it’s still grayed out, make sure you’ve progressed to Chapter 3.

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