Recreating Iconic 90s Hairstyle For a Nostalgic Look

The 90s era was a legendary and a veteran one. Upon reflecting on the 90s era, it has always given a retro vibe. Jazz and pop music, rave makeup, bell bottom pants, and puffy hairstyles, all the trends have remained timelessly iconic in the 90s era. In the realm of fashion, following the latest trend has become a stereotypical behavior that is common. However, the 90s fashion still seems to rule the fashion world. Today, several fashion trends have been inspired by the 90s including the 90s hairstyle.

90s hairstyles mostly included curls, bangs, crimps, and braids accentuated with a puffy and voluminous look. 90s hairstyles are my favorites due to their vintage look. They seem to dethrone and take over the hairstyle trend like a storm and are worn by celebrities today. We will take you down your memory lane of the 90s hairstyle by sharing the ones that are recreated today. 

Try out the following 90s hairstyle for a throw-back look of the 90s

If you wish to flaunt your looks and give off a nostalgic vibe, then don’t look back and wear the following 90s hairstyle by amending it in your way.

The Rachel 

This hairstyle was launched by hairstylist Chris McMillan in 1995 when he styled it on Jennifer Aniston for the famous show ‘FRIENDS’. The hair is kept short to the shoulders and side-parted. They are cut into box layers curled inside, framing the face perfectly. The Rachel gained immense popularity then and returned to trend when the ‘FRIENDS REUNION teaser went on-air. Selena Gomez was wearing The Rachel hairstyle in the ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show.’

The flip 

Flip is a sleek hairstyle that not only ruled the 90s hairstyle trend but became famous since its emergence in the 60s. Parting the hair from one side and curling the ends gave a classic and charming look, and it is recreated today with some variations. You can go for a ponytail with curls at the ends after flipping it at one side. Kim Kardashian, Kylie Jenner, and Rihanna have slayed their look in the 90s flip hairstyle.   

Pixie 

Women who want to add prominence to their cheekbones and jawlines can go for the pixie hairstyle of the 90s. It comes with short hairs at the sides and back with slightly longer bangs at the front. They are chopped by making ends pointed and sharp, giving an edgy look. It is one of the timelessly famous and alluring 90s hairstyles which is donned by celebrities today. Anne Hathaway, Emma Watson, Jennifer Lawrence, and many more looked chic in a pixie haircut. 

Front bangs 

If you want to bang the part, gather, or reunite with friends, then rush to the salon and get this 90s hairstyle done. Front bangs give you a soft, cute, and casual look which makes you look young and sexy anywhere you go. Talking about the front bangs, it’s impossible to ignore Dakota Johnson from ‘fifty shades of Grey.’ The front bangs swept its way through the hairstyle trend and today celebrities such as Taylor Swift, Hailey Bieber, and Hilary Duff continue to comply with the trend.  

Box Braids

The box braids are a renowned and adopted hairstyle among Africans. This hairstyle comes with parting your hairs into squares, forming small boxes all over the head, and then tying them in a braid, hence the name box braid. This 90s hairstyle came into the limelight when the famous African-American singer Janet Jackson adopted it in the 90s. Today, box braids are not only confined to Africans, but Americans and people of other nationalities have also adorned box braids. 

Short bobs 

If you are tired of detangling your hair or putting it in place now and then, then opt for a short bob haircut which is an iconic 90s hairstyle and is in trend today as well. The hair is cut up to your ear lobes, making it easier for you to brush them and maintain them. You can later this hairstyle by adding curls, waves, or uneven and chopped tips. Hailey Bieber, Margot Robbie, and Victoria Beckham looked stunning in this 90s hairstyle. 

Space buns 

A 90s hairstyle that is easy to maintain and allows you to flaunt your long and straight hair, it is none other than the space buns that have spread like a storm these days. Space buns are two buns tied on each side of the head after center parting. You can either tie all your hair in two buns or you can go for a half-up and down hairstyle, which will let you leave your hair open and some of it tied in buns. I love this hairstyle as it is versatile and has variations. 

High ponytail

Girls who love sports or are looking to recreate a 90s hairstyle that looks rough and casual, and does not take much time to wear. Hence, tie your hair high up in a ponytail and you are all set to go. High ponytails are best for ones with silky, smooth, and brown hair, as the soft hair moving with the blowing wind looks gorgeous and attractive. 

Conclusion 

The 90s hairstyle is iconic and worth recreating. From celebrities to singers to fashionistas, nobody is left behind in adopting the 90s hairstyle. The best thing about them is that they allow variations and amendments and most of them are easy to make. The 90s hairstyle has proved that they are not outdated or forgotten, but rather loved by people even today. The essence of the 90s era is so strong in the minds of people that they look forward to adopting the 90s fashion. Moreover, I would suggest you choose a 90s hairstyle that complements your face and overall personality. If your hair is curly or wavy, then I would suggest you opt for bobs, pixies, and box braids. 

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