Throughout the ages, women have viewed their hair styles as the ultimate form of expression. Trends have come and gone (and come back again), but there is no denying that some cuts are simply timeless. Check out our favorite haircuts throughout the decade to find your very own signature style:
1960
A decade best known for bouffant and beehives, the most popular hairstyles of the 1960’s in America were all about maximizing volume. Whether short and chic or long and flowing, locks were polished to perfection. While we adore the classic pageboy fringe and the emphasis on French coiffures, this era gave us a cut that is still a salon favorite today: the inverted bob. Today, this hair cut looks nearly identical to those sported by women of the ‘60s. It exudes elegance and strength, is low maintenance and looks fabulous on all face shapes. Paired with highlights or left natural, the inverted bob has certainly withstood the test of time.
1970
A legendary decade in American history—marked by the Disco music craze, bell bottoms and polyester leisure suits—the 70’s gave us a plethora of inventive hairdos. Surprisingly, however, many of these were more natural than those of the decade’s past. Women began to focus less on short, polished locks and instead opted for shoulder length (or longer) styles. One of the most notable haircuts of the 70’s was made famous by actress Farrah Fawcett. This style popularized the “feathered look” for an entire generation, though today, this haircut is a rare choice. Another look from this decade, known as the “shag”, however, has retained its popularity and continues to be a popular style.
1980
One of the most prominent features of hairstyles in the 1980’s is the use of perms. Men and women of all ages participated in this treatment which created tightly wound, long-lasting curls. Often paired with a fringe and feathered layers, volume was a top priority. In search of maximum height, the mullet became an iconic haircut for this era. Today, haircuts in South Florida typically aim to give a more natural appearance but the focus on volume and fabulous fringes remains the same.
1990
Every hair stylist in Broward County and across the country knew exactly which cut clients were speaking of when they said a single word: Rachel. The “Rachel” haircut was popularized by actress Jennifer Aniston on the television series Friends. The actress donned a square layered, shoulder-length hairdo that every woman had to have. Other notable cuts from the ‘90s include the beloved pixie cut, classic bobs and choppy layers with blunt bangs. These styles can easily be modernized to look fresh today (just leave out the 90’s butterfly clips).
Early 2000’s
With the fear of Y2K at bay, the world was once again free to focus on making their hair look fantastic. During this period, hair extensions were more popular than ever, along with ultra thick blonde highlights and natural looking curls. Celebrities in the early 2000’s embraced side-swept bangs, diagonal cuts and face framing layers. This decade also popularized the long locks with beachy waves style we still see today. Again, timeless haircuts like bobs, pixie cuts and shoulder length hair also reigned supreme with subtle changes from those of decades past.
Looking Ahead to 2020
Now that we have taken a thorough look back at some of the greatest hair cuts and styles throughout recent decades, we can’t help but wonder what the future will bring. One of the greatest predictors of future trends always lies in those of the past. That being said, expect vintage looks like the rounded bob of the 1960’s and the shaggy layers of the 1970’s to be among the most popular looks for the new year (with modern twists). Other classics like the pixie, the French girl bob and the bold fringe will remain staple cuts, meanwhile newer looks like asymmetrical bobs, long layers and micro fringes will earn their place in hair history.
Reminiscing of that ultra-chic bob you sported ten years ago? Schedule an appointment at Inscape Beauty Salon today and let us modernize your favorite blast from the past! If your hair needs serious moisture before a cut, consider an agave treatment first and receive a free haircut.