From fashion, beauty, and everything in between, I’m a firm believer that every trend has a resurgence. Think signature converse sneakers, thinner eyebrows, dark lip liner, flare jeans, that millennial hunter green jacket you tossed years ago because you thought that would never come back in style (if you know, you know). They’ve all had their time in the sun again and again.
I find it especially interesting when trends from different decades get revived around the same time. For example, bright, colorful eye makeup from 2016 is making a comeback, while Y2K hairstyles are also being worn on the regular by celebrities everywhere. As someone who grew up in the early 2000s, the latter feels especially nostalgic to me. I remember seeing celebrities on magazine covers with spiky updos, bold pops of color in their hair, fun accessories like bandanas, headbands, and clips… the list goes on. Needless to say, the Y2K era was a peak time for creative hair ideas.
These days, you’ve probably spotted some of your favorite celebrities sporting similar chic looks at Fashion Week, red carpet events, and award shows. So if you’re suddenly feeling inspired to try one of these throwback looks yourself, trust me, you’re not alone. To help you with some inspo, here are 13 Y2K hair looks that you’ll definitely want to try this year.
1. Side Bangs
Side bangs were a major staple of the Y2K era, and they stuck around all the way into the 2010s. Major celebs like Paris Hilton, Hayley Williams, and Aaliyah were spotted with this hairstyle, but this take from Bella Hadid has a more modern look thanks to the extra length.
2. Pops of Color
This look on Billie Eilish feels like a fresh take on the streaks and pops of color often worn by Christina Aguilera and Avril Levine during the early stages of their career.
3. Face-Framing Pieces
This look on Ryan Destiny is one of the more popular looks that have come back around from the Y2K era. You’ve probably seen this on Hailey Bieber, Kim Kardashian, and Rihanna, but there’s something about it that feels very ’90s. I could totally see it being worn on a show like Friends.
4. Bombshell Blowout
This might be a super-specific correlation, but something about this look on Madelaine Petsch screams Buffy the Vampire Slayer. The mid-length hair that flips up at the ends with major volume gives that subtle bombshell vibe.
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