It seems that hairstyles that were once in, and then decidedly out-mullets, we're looking at you-are back in a big way. With all of the current love being shown for hair trends of the '70s, '80s, and '90s, the once-cool looks of the last decade have slipped from our collective conscious. But who knows, once the trend cycle makes its way around again, our favorite hairstyles from the 2010s might just make a comeback. Here, L'OFFICIEL recaps 10 of the top hair trends from the decade that brought us man buns and ombré mania.
Donut Buns
Massive, puffy hair buns offered a pulled-together look that went along with our ballet flats and skinny jeans.
Ombré
Ombré hair was pretty much inescapable throughout the 2010s. Celebrities with long and short hair alike dyed their locks with the gradient look, most often opting for a honey-blonde finish at the ends.
The Pouf
While Bump Its techinically debuted in 2009, the hair styling tool's impact was seen into the next decade. From Snooki's signature 'do to Blair Waldorf's headbanded looks, a little (or a lot) of volume was expected.
Waterfall Braids
Creative braids were all the rage in the 2010s, with waterfall braids providing a deceptively simple option to recreate.
Man Buns
Man buns went fully mainstream in the 2010s thanks to celebrities like Jared Leto, David Beckham, and Orlando Bloom, alongside the top-knotted bartenders and baristas that aligned the look with hipster culture.
Fishtail Braids
Another alternative braid option, fishtail braids were seen on red carpets and how-to YouTube tutorials throughout the decade.
The Lob
In the latter half of the 2010s, it became popular to chop off your hair-but not too short. Instead of the classic chin-grazing bob, the lob ("long bob") emergered as the preferred cut.
Dip-Dye Hair
Along with ombré hair, it became popular to add just a touch of color with dip-dyed hair. If you wanted to partake in the trend but didn't want to commit to the color, products like hair chalk allowed you to play with temporary hair colors.
Side Bangs
While Gen Z has declared that center parted hair is superior, side parts and bangs swooped to the side were once the dominating style.
Hair Feathers
Hair feathers were a defining feature for the boho vibe of the 2010s and were particularly popular among festival-goers and musical figures like Selena Gomez, Ke$ha, and, famously, Steven Tyler.
