The ‘90s were filled with iconic hairstyles that are making a stylish return! From the famous "Rachel" cut to butterfly clips, messy buns, and sleek, straight styles, these nostalgic looks are perfect for modern-day fashion. Whether you're embracing curtain bangs, voluminous blowouts, or chunky highlights, get inspired by the best ‘90s hairstyles that are trending again!
Curly Bob
Bring your natural curls something fun and fashionable with a cute curly bob! This iconic cul is the ideal short curly cut, renewing your ringlets with better bounce and volume and bringing some playful personality with thick and thin hair alike. The bob’s frame also creates a slimmer-looking face, perfect for rounder and square face shapes.
#10. Choppy Layered Bob
Looking to give your pin-straight hair some messy movement with a pinch of 90s edge? You need a choppy-layered bob. The choppy layers give the classy bob an edgy twist, adding volume and dimension to lifeless fine hair and giving it some serious movement for that effortlessly undone vibe inspired by those grunge looks of the 1990s.
#11. Slicked-Back Ponytail
Want something sleek and stylish? You’ve got to try a slicked-back ponytail. This versatile style is great for any occasion, formal or casual. It works well on all hair types but gives long, straight hair an exceptionally polished and trendy look. Use gel and a comb to slick your hair back into a ponytail. You can go for a high or low pony, depending on what suits you best.
#12. Twisted Half Updo
Twisted half-updos were all the rage in the 90s. And now, they’re back and ready for some summer fun! This graceful and charming look works best on medium to long curls and waves for a whimsical vibe for any casual or semi-formal situation. All you have to do is twist some of your top sections to the back and pin them in place. Yep, it’s that easy!
#13. Cornrows
Braided styles like cornrows have been super-fly since the 90s and aren’t going anywhere soon! This is a great protective style you can adapt to your aesthetic, from that warrior woman look to boho-chic and beyond. You can even get creative with designs and patterns to add some irresistible individuality to this style.
#14. Curtain Bangs
Looking for a trendy and youthful addition to your style? Get some curtain beings for a flawless and flirty finishing touch on any haircut–curly or straight, long or short! These versatile bangs create a complementary frame for all face shapes before seamlessly blending back into your haircut.
#15. French Twist
The classic French twist was the go-to updo of the 90s. And like other quick, easy, and elegant styles, it’s stuck around! And for good reason! This style has it all. It’s classy and chic, works on almost any hair type that’s shoulder length or longer, and you can do it in under a minute! Simply create a ponytail, fold your hair upwards, tuck in the ends, and twist inwards, pinning in place. Hit it with the hairspray to hold it in place, and you’re ready to bounce!
#16. Halo Braid
Nothing brings divine and distinguished vibes like a halo braid. This is a heavenly hairstyle you can wear anywhere! And the best part is that you’ll have some gorgeous waves when you take out the braid! Braid your hair right around your head, using the inverted braiding technique, and panckaking for more volume. Finally, secure it with bobby pins to hold it in place.
#17. Asymmetrical Undercut
Looking for something bold-as-brass but hella stylish? You need an edgy, asymmetrical undercut! This contemporary style goes right along with the 90s grunge aesthetic, with exuberant layering for feisty texture. You can spike it, curl it or leave it straight. It’s completely versatile. Plus, you can get creative with the undercut using a cool design.
#18. Wispy Short Layered Cut
Fresh, fun, and fabulous—that’s how we describe the wispy, short-layered cut. This fun and youthful cut features short, wispy layers that pack your hair full of texture, making it ideal for fine hair that needs a little more life. This look is totally low-maintenance. Leave it simple or intensify the textured look with sea salt spray.
#19. High Top Fade
The high-top fade became super trendy in the 90s. This high profile and slightly androgynous style keeps styling simple for tightly curled, kinky-coiled hair. The sides and back are faded for an eye-catching contrast to the high-volume top section, which showcases your beautiful curls.
#20. Braided Ponytail
Looking for a long style that blends elegant and playful? You need a braided ponytail! This look was a huge red carpet trend in the 90s and remained timelessly trendy! All you have to do is slick your hair back into a tight, high ponytail using gel and a fine-tooth comb. Then, braid the ponytail all the way down, securing it at the bottom with a tiny elastic.
#21. Layered Shag
The layered shag first came onto the scene in the 70s but made a comeback in the 90s and has stuck around ever since. This edgy yet laidback look features shaggy layers that bring energized texture and movement for any hair type for a carefree style with classic rock vibes.
#22. Feathered Bangs
Feathered bangs provide a light, airy lift for layered cuts and wavy styles for that extra 1990s flair. They’re perfect for giving any textured style a chillaxed look. They also give a soft, sleek look and a little movement. Either way, they’re super chic!
#23. Bantu Knots
Bold and Avant-garde, Bantu knots are 90s style that have come back like a boomerang! This unique and unexpectedly glam style works for any hair type, short to long. All you have to do is twist sections of your hair into small squares, twist them into tightly coiled knots, and secure them in place. You can even get creative with your sectioning for an extra artistic flair.
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