All About The Hair
Whether you’re having a good hair day or a bad one, it’s definitely a feature people are fast to notice. With so many options, styles, and colors to choose from, hair can seem a bit intimidating. For extra inspiration, here are some of the most popular hairstyles from around the world.
1. Beach Waves
Many actors and actresses in the United States flaunt their hair open and loose in a beach wave style. This style is defined by soft, loose waves instead of harsh curls. Throwing in a balayage color treatment really makes this look shine.
2. Braids
Braided hairstyles are all the rage in Nigeria, where naturalistic hair wins over synthetic straight styles. Many other countries are adopting these braided looks, but it’s important to pay homage to where it started.
3. Messy Hair
France is all about that effortless “I woke up looking like this” hair. Some people call it bedhead, but in France, it’s considered very stylish and high-end. In fact, many models rock the messy hair look on the runway, and you’ll see it popping up throughout Paris Fashion Week.
4. The Mullet
While the heyday of this hairstyle has luckily passed, it was all the rage in the 70s and 80s in the United Kingdom. However, you can still find this hairstyle today, as modern mullets are gaining traction in London. Surprisingly, many London men prefer to keep their hair on the longer side.
5. The Long Braid
In India, many women prefer to wear their hair in long braids. Due to the use of organic oils and good genetics, many Indian women are able to achieve surprising hair lengths. To manage all that hair, braids are the preferred option.
6. The Bob
As the undeniable fashion capital of the world, France makes another appearance for its stylish and timeless bob. While you can see this bob all over Europe, it’s considered modern and chic in France, which is why many women aspire to achieve it. Be warned, though—it doesn’t suit everyone.
7. Cornrows
Cornrows are another hairstyle that gained a lot of traction throughout African countries. With the addition of beads at the bottom, this style has a lot of flair while remaining traditional.
8. The High Bun
Both Japan and Korea seem to love the high bun, as it shows off poise and elegance. It is surprisingly easy to achieve as long as you have long hair to work with, and it works even better if you have shiny or straight hair. Just be sure to frame the baby hairs around your forehead for the best results.
9. The Long Curls
In Mexico, it’s easy to embrace what you naturally have, especially if what you have is long, luscious curls. With the use of local oils, it’s easy to keep these curls glistening, and they are considered feminine and attractive throughout the country.
10. Dreadlocks
Did you know dreadlocks have a long history and are first referenced in a text as old as 1500 BCE? Even today, they’re quite popular with African men and are integral to the Rastafari movement. With a resurgence in modern times, dreadlocks continue to garner popularity and are stunning to look at.
11. The Pixie Cut
If you grew up in America in the 2000s, then you probably remember the pixie cut. From Rihanna’s iconic style to the Disney stars, this cute hairstyle was a way to show off a rebellious yet feminine flair. It’s also pretty easy to achieve and is a great style to choose if you prefer shorter and manageable hair.
12. Half-Up and Half-Down
This style is quite popular in Italy, where the women are eager to balance practicality with elegance. This style involves tying up half of the hair in an updo or a ponytail while letting the rest hang free.
13. Bangs
Chinese and Korean women love their bangs, as it gives off a youthful aura and a playful effect. Bangs are also an easy addition to straight hair and can make you seem more mysterious too. Many celebrities in China and Korea prefer to wear their hair with bangs.
14. Slicked Back
We’ve all seen the classic slick-back hairstyle, where a little gel helps men achieve that stylish and classy look. It is actually one of the most popular haircuts in Australia, where lots of men prefer to wear their hair in this cool and breezy way.
15. The Sleek Ponytail
If you have straight hair or access to a hair straightener, then you can style your hair the way women in Brazil like to. A long, sleek ponytail is considered the perfect look for both fancy settings and casual fun ones. It’s practical too, as Brazil runs hot.
16. The Curved Bob
You’re probably thinking we already talked about the bob, but picture a short, silky style that curls out at the end. This curved bob is very popular in Japan, where many women prefer to wear their hair short. The curved bob is considered a quintessential look for younger Japanese women.
17. The Afro
Unlike some hairstyles, the afro has connections to civil rights movements from the 1960s, where African women began donning their natural hair to push for beauty inclusivity. Now, it is a popular hairstyle that represents a strong tie to identity and pride.
18. The Mohawk
London makes another appearance, as the 70s punk era was full of all sorts of inventive hairstyles. One of those styles that we continue to see to this day is the mohawk. Popularized by pioneers like Vivienne Westwood and Johnny Rotten, the alternative and punk movement is going strong, and a mohawk is a great way to show it off.
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19.The Fade
With one more look at America, the fade is a very popular style in modern times and involves using a trimmer to achieve shapes or create unevenness on the sides of the hair. This look was actually popularized in the American military and is continuously worn today.
20. Naturally Undone
While it’s hard to pinpoint a specific style adored by the Scandinavians, many can agree that the natural and undone look is quite common. While some prefer to mess with buns and braids, many women are happy to just let their hair hang loose in its most natural form.
