Hair Trends of the 80s

One of the biggest trends of the ’80s has made a comeback in an elegant form; one such example being Gigi Hadid’s super sleek style.

Crimped hair has seen a renewed surge.

Feathered layers were made famous by Farrah Fawcett and are back with a softened version, featuring shorter disconnects between layers. This look pairs nicely with high ponytails and bangs for an eye-catching style statement.

Big Hair

The 1980s was a decade characterized by excess, with hairstyles becoming ever more extreme than before.

The big hair trend also included teased bangs to sky-high heights, made famous by Farrah Fawcett.

This look often featured bold color, unusual shapes, and eccentric accessories.

Mullets

Fashion in the 1980s was all about standing out from the crowd, with hair styles featuring sky-high bangs or mullets.

Choppy mullets with temple fades are an effective way to emphasize natural thickness and create texture, giving off an effortless bogan vibe. Combine it with beard for an eye-catching combination!

Feathered light bangs combined with a bubble ponytail is a fun look that’s versatile enough for both casual and formal events alike.

Hi-Top Fade

The hi-top fade is an increasingly fashionable hairstyle, especially when worn with a comb-over.

High top fades were an iconic street style during the mid-eighties in hip hop culture.

Hi-top fades work well with Afro hairstyles and can be worn in various styles.

Feathered Layers

Feathered layers were an iconic trend of the 80s, ideal for women with straight, silky locks.

Farrah Fawcett is known for her signature feathered layers that add volume and texture.

The 80s big hair trend extended to bangs as girls styled them to create the iconic “Big Hair.”

High Ponytail

Debbie Gibson made this style famous and it remains a great way to add an elegant and original look to hair.

No matter if your locks are straight or curly, this look works just as effectively for both.

Completing the look with a scrunchie in an eye-catching color will complete it beautifully.

Whale Spout Pony

Short hair was popular during the ’80s, with various styles like Farrah Fawcett’s feathered wisps and Olivia Newton-John’s teased bangs.

Using texturizing products, stronghold hairspray, and various hair accessories can achieve this look easily.

In the 1980s, it was fashionable to wear hair scrunchies or large fabric hair ties in various colors to style hair.

Rock Star Side Ponytail

Consider the Rock Star Side Ponytail Hairstyle for an outfit to wear to dinner, date night, or just for fun.

This style adds drama and makes a great style statement in an instant.

Easy to create and can add that touch of drama that your outfit may require!