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While the 21st century is known for all things modern, we wouldn’t mind trying the sweet ‘60s hairstyles. Anything but over dated, these hippie-chic and classy style is easy to recreate and totally #HOTD (hairstyle of the day) worthy. From Marion Cotillard’s beehive to Joelle Carter’s bumped up ponytail, get some instant hair-spiration from these retro queens.
Read ahead to pull off the ten 60’s inspired updos in full style.
1. Side-Swept Beehive:
Top marks to Marion Cotillard, who channelled 60s style with this magnificent beehive at the premiere of the Blood Ties in Cannes. The actress looks smoking hot with this hairdo, and we particularly love Marion’s right parting that frames her face beautifully. To achieve this look, use anti-frizz and pin your hair up tightly to prevent flyaways. Once done styling, pair it with minimal makeup and nude lipstick.
2. Half Beehive:
At the 85th Annual Academy Awards, singer Adele wore her hair in a half beehive – a perfect hairstyle with a hint of glamour. We love how retro her look is, with volume at the back and long, face-framing bangs on either side. She further matched her back-combed up-do with ultra-long lashes, porcelain smooth skin and a nude, matte lip.
3. Half Up Half Down:
For a sophisticated and retro look, take inspiration from Zooey Deschanel and add an unusual bun to your stylish half up‘do. To achieve this look, divide your hair into two sections and pin the bottom section off. Subtly backcomb the top section, twist it into a larger bun and secure it with bobby pins. Release the bottom section of hair and finish it off by applying a shine serum.
4. Beehive With Bangs:
If you’ve always been a fan of the Audrey Hepburn beehive with side bangs, but don’t have the time or a good hair care product to pull it off, here’s your solution: Gizzi Erskine’s vintage beehive, which she rocks at pre-BAFTA party. The actress paired her sleek up-do with a black dress, gorgeous statement jewellery, and sleeker, minimal make-up, including a coral lip – just like Audrey’s!
5. Bumped Up Bun:
WOW, indeed! Cheryl Cole looks smokin’ hot with this romantic and chic Hollywood-style updo. The pretty singer paired her messy, bumped up bun with a black Mullet dress, a dreamy smokey eye, and nude lips at Foxcatcher Premiere in Cannes. Give your vintage bun some extra texture by twisting sections of hair into a bun behind your head.
6. High Twisted Bun:
Totally picture perfect: Katie Cassidy’s two-toned blonde high twisted bun and a gorgeous, wide smile would be recognisable anywhere. The bun adds so much playfulness while the tangled twists remind us of the era gone by. And the result? A timeless style for every occasion.
7. Beehive Low Pony:
Joelle Carter looks stunning with her copper blonde hair in the 60s beehive low ponytail, proving us that the hairdo can never, ever go out of style. We love the wispy, side bang that grazes her cheek whilst concealing her forehead. To mimic this look, take a cue from the actress and practice until perfect.
8. 60’s High Ponytail:
Modern day diva, Kate Beckinsale looks pretty and poised with her 60’s inspired high ponytail. Simply add a bit of hairspray and tease your hair up, and voila! You’ll have the perfect sophisticated look.
9. French Twist:
Don’t be afraid to twist your hair just like this model at the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. Separate hair into two sections and twist them around each other at the back of your head and pin into place. End result: a glamorous retro French twist.
10. Twisted Updo:
A little bit retro, a little bit modern, but a lot of amazing. Julia Robert’s twisted voluminous updo is a perfect look for weddings and parties. The Oscar winning actress pairs her structured and elegant updo with flicks of black eyeliner and nude lipstick.
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These ’80s hairdos are just too good.
We’re throwing it back to the era when perms, mullets, and hair accessories were all the rage — a time when our beloved beauty icons were Madonna, Princess Diana, and Whitney Houston, among others. There are so many things to say about ’80s hair, but the one word that encompasses it all is BIG. If you’re trying to dress up with wild ’80s hair for Halloween or just like to remember your good ol’ days, never forget that bigger was better. A few trends continue to return, like clips and bows, but we’d like to leave a few of these in the past (crimping is best kept in the 1980s, don’t ya think?).
We’re so obsessed with the makeup and style, but this roundup is all about ’80s hairstyles and the inspirational women who fearlessly tried these crazy hair trends. From legends in music to stars-on-the-rise Candace Cameron Bure and Alyssa Milano, everyone was putting their individual spin on the best ’80s hairstyles. After you see these, you might have found everything you need for October 31, or you may want to buy some scrunchies for everyday use. Whatever your M.O., we can’t wait for you to check out our favorite ’80s ladies’ over-the-top hair.
The queen of pop rocked so many ’80s hairstyles, but this has to be our favorite. With voluminous, wavy bangs and a statement red headband, it doesn’t get more decade-appropriate than this.
The people’s princess typically kept her hair above the shoulders, but it was the perfectly coiffed shorter cut that had everyone talking.
With layers similar to Princess Diana’s, actress and former fitness star Jane Fonda sported the ultimate long ’80s hair during a photo shoot.
Once known for her elegant and sleek long hair, Cher transformed into a rock goddess when she cut her hair into this epic mullet. With those strings of pearls, lace, and a white vest, and we truly can’t get enough of this entire look.
Ah, Sally! In a promo for the classic When Harry Met Sally, Meg Ryan showed off her curly, layered shoulder-length ‘do in 1989.
The late, great Whitney Houston was always evolving her hairstyle, but this choppy, voluminous pixie cut was beyond ’80s. This photo was taken in 1989, the same year she turned 26 and collaborated with fellow music legend Aretha Franklin on the song, “It Isn’t, It Wasn’t, It Ain’t Never Gonna Be.”
In 1987, all eyes were on Taylor Dayne when she released her debut single “Tell It to My Heart.” And while everyone was eager to listen to the singer-songwriter’s voice, we’re still talking about her big, crimped ’80s hair.
The model has always been stunning, but she reached new heights when she showed up to a benefit event in 1987 with the most voluminous and glossy blowout we’ve ever seen.
Hello, Dolly! If you look closely, you can see that the country music idol’s bouncy blonde curls are adorned with a large floral hair accessory.
From 1987 to now, we still want to call her DJ Tanner. But before she got married and had her adorable kids, Candace Cameron Bure rocked the red carpet with her brother Kirk in 1989. The half-up hairstyle, complete with those crunchy curls, is one of our go-to ’80s hair looks.
The high pony trend has never died, but it probably continued thanks to Olivia Newton-John. Though you might consider it a casual daytime option, she wore this ponytail while presenting the Oscar for Best Original Song in 1980.
The much-talked-about date between the Dead to Me star and Brad Pitt brought us an amazing ’80s hair look. Her air-dried waves were anything but flat, and her 1989 MTV Video Music Awards outing stills lives on during her talk show appearances.
She’s had countless acting credits since, but in 1988 she was known as Jennifer Mancini on Melrose Place. We dare you to try and count how many bows are in her curly updo. (Don’t worry, we couldn’t either. )