21 Of The Best And Trendiest Hairstyles From The '80s That You Can Totally Try Out Today
Your hairstyle significantly influences your overall look.
The 1980s were loud, colorful, and impossible to ignore, and the hairstyles from that decade still know how to make a statement. Big volume, bold shapes, and plenty of attitude helped turn everyday hair into a full-on look.
Some of these styles feel surprisingly wearable today, while others are pure retro fun. Either way, they capture the energy of an era that loved going bigger, brighter, and more dramatic with every strand.
From feathered layers to sky-high ponytails, these '80s hairstyles are still getting attention for a reason. Read on and see which ones still hold up now.
1. Crimpled Hairdo
This hairstyle gives you an overall funky look and never goes out of style.
2. Half Braided Updo
It's primarily created by making a French braid at the top of the head and then finishing with a simple braid at the end.
3. Bandana Hairstyle
Hair accessories such as hair bands, hairpins, hair pearls, and colorful bandanas make your hairdo look stylish and pretty. Bandana hairstyles look great with both short and long hair.
4. Mullet Hairstyle
In a mullet hairstyle, the upper hair is trimmed short while the lower hair is kept long.
5. The '80s Feathered Hairstyles
This hairstyle also looks good with both short and long hair and is still popular today.
6. Front Bangs With Long Hair
Front bangs with long hair create a perfect combination. Long hair with bangs makes you look youthful.
7. Bangs With Short Hair
Bangs become more prominent with short hair, giving an elegant and refreshing look.
8. Whale Spout Hairdo
For this hairstyle, take half of your hair and create a high ponytail at the crown of your head. Let the ponytail hang freely from the crown to the bottom.
This is the same “picture day panic” energy as the awkward phases everyone showed in school photos.
9. Funky Rock In Hairstyle
This hairdo gives you a rock star appearance.
10. Hairdo With A Flower
It can be enhanced by using hair accessories.
11. Pixie Hairdo
This hairstyle is mostly preferred by tomboys or girls who like to appear bold.
12. Curly Hairstyle
Long hair with small curls was a go-to look for many girls back in the '80s.
13. Long Messy Hairdo
If you have long hair, simply part it to the side, make it a little messy, and you're ready to go.
14. High Bun With A Hair Bow
Creating buns with your hair is a trendy and elegant hairstyle, both now and back in the '80s.
15. Hat-Shaped Hairdo
This was usually created by styling the hair to resemble a hat or by using the hair to form a hat shape.
16. High Fountain Side Ponytail
This hairstyle looks better with long hair and gives a very polished appearance.
17. Short Hair With Small Waves
When it comes to styling short hair, waves are the best option.
18. Upper Sleek With Bottom Crimpled Hairstyle
You can achieve a very unique look with this hairstyle.
19. Bob Hairstyle With Layers
This hairdo provides a stunning look and can be a great option if you want a change.
20. Foxy Hairstyle
This hairdo gives a very voluminous appearance to anyone.
21. Bob Cut With Straight, Sleek Hair
The sleek bob was one of the most popular hairstyles in the '80s.
There were many lovely hairdos that were prominent in the 1980s, and some of them are still in style and extremely popular. You can try them out, as many are quite simple to achieve.
Which of these hairstyles did you love the most, and which made you think, "No way"? Drop your replies in the comments below.
Some of these looks are still turning heads decades later.
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