We've revisited the '90s, we've done butterfly clips, straightened tendrils, scrunchies and Rachel Green-style plastic claw clasps. So where to next? Well, '70s hair trends are ready for a revival.
This season, brush up on Farrah Fawcett, Diana Ross, Stevie Nicks and Brigitte Bardot. All four are major sources of inspo when it comes to our hair as we see texture – from choppy shags to fluffy fros – make a delicious comeback.
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The sequel to the swinging sixties brought about floaty layers and undone textures, but with some DISCO oomph and a rocker edge. Basically, this is liberated hair with a lot of attitude.
Below, we've rounded up the best 70s hair trends making a phenomenal comeback. Now we just need to find some flared jeans and folksy floral vests to go with them...
Curtain fringe
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"I’m always into a gorgeous 70’s style fringe which seems to have been revived all over social media at the moment," explains celebrity hair stylist and Shea Moisture Ambassador, Stefan Bertin. "For me, I think a way to modernise it is to texturise it rather than keeping it fluffy. Using a light salt spray as a finisher will add some modern grit to an otherwise soft and feminine style, making it the best of both worlds," he says. Try Redken's Fashion Waves Sea Salt Spray.
"A major 70s comeback trend is curtain bangs and billowing layers to really add drama and width around the face," agrees Dom Seeley, International Creative Director at Color Wow. "So many influencers and social media content creators have rushed to get this haircut. It's gone viral,"he confirms.
The Shag
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"I’m a big fan of the shag, it’s such an iconic 70s look," says top hairstylist George Northwood. "I loved when I did it for Alexa [Chung] all those years ago with those big, face framing bangs. This style adds lots of volume and texture to the hair which is great for those finer hair types.
"It’s a very ‘cool girl’ cut and can really update your whole style. To give it a bit more of a modern edge, I would ask your hairdresser to stay away from too many layers as this can make it feel quite dated. Instead, make it all about that big statement sweeping fringe."
Fluffed-out 'fros
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"'70s hair was fluffed out and allowed to do its own thing," says top hair stylist and afro specialist Charlotte Mensah – and we're seeing that once again. "With many of us exploring and learning about our natural hair, it's no wonder a lot more women want to let their unique textures thrive in 2023," she adds. XXL, seventies-style 'fros are set to take centre stage this season – think DISCO, soul train vibes.
As for giving the style a fresh spin, Charlotte recommends applying Manketti Oil Pomade. "It coats every last curl and coil with intense moisture to instantly eliminate frizz and dryness. Your curls will look defined and feel super soft," she says.
Curly girls assemble, this is your ultimate hair guide.
Cher hair
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"Another of the strongest '70s hair trends I still see (even though it’s been around for a year or two) is the ‘Cher hair’ that Kim Kardashian made famous again," says Dom. "Long, middle parted glass hair has still got all the momentum and looks great for any occasion. It makes a statement when it’s kept healthy with treatments and shine products," adds Dom, who recommends Color Wow’s Dream Coat and Extra Mist-ical Shine Spray.
Farrah Fawcett flicks
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For one of the biggest styles this autumn/winter, "look to the iconic Farrah Fawcett-style with flicks and a curtain fringe," says celebrity hair stylist, Dionne Smith. "It’s super versatile as it suits most face shapes and lengths," she says. "Styling wise, to keep it modern it’s all about the shine and control," says Dom.
"Use good curling irons or blowdryers and boar bristle brushes, so you get the smoothness and shine while controlling your style. 70s hair was fluffy and almost frizzy, but with modern day products and tools it’s easy to make it look polished."
Mullet
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"The mullet has also had a comeback," says Dionne, "but a modern take will be dishevelled and less severe than the '70s version with lots of texture. Look to Miley Cyrus and Cara Delevingne who have rocked the mullet," she says.
Disco curls
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Another 70s-inspired trend that’s emerging this season? Disco curls. “Teased out, fluffy curls are tipped to be big this year and next,” says celebrity session stylist and Redken UK Ambassador, Larry King. To recreate this ‘do, “curls and coils are first diffused to form and define a curl pattern, before being brushed out to create fullness and soft volume.”
Big blowout
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“I’m envisaging there will be a return to the big blow dry, moving away from the more loose and beachy waves we’ve seen over recent months,” says Syd Hayes, session stylist and BaByliss ambassador. Think full-bodied, glossy, glam hair. “Try using the BaByliss 9000 Cordless Hot Brush,” suggests Syd. “It’s the perfect tool for creating a voluminous blow dry look at home without having to worry about a hair dryer and brush. The multi-purpose tool helps to smooth your locks while adding body and movement.” Tick, tick!
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