These hairstyles from the 70s are more trendy than ever!

Brush, XXL lengths, large volumes, curls, hippie chic accessories – the seventies are being revisited this year. We dare to take up the hair trends in question one by one, to reinvent them, but without detracting from their nostalgic character. Then discover in this article, the trend of the moment with all its splendid variations. In particular, the hairstyle of the 70s with 7 pretty ways to adopt it in 2021.

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There are these iconic hairstyles that have revolutionized the hairdressing world. To the point of transforming the first heads that dared them into reference models for the look in question. This is particularly the case of the American actress Farrah Fawcett and her famous lion's mane. Undoubtedly, the role in the famous Charlie's Angels series played a major role in popularizing the hairstyle. However, there are several other reasons to fall for brushing during the 70s, as indeed today, where it is making a comeback. The voluminous gradient with outward wavy locks gives volume and vitality to the hair. In order to obtain these subtle curls with a disheveled effect, it is largely sufficient to use a hair dryer and a brush or a blower brush. For a more marked effect, consider using curlers or a curling iron.

Farrah Fawcett's rebellious hairstyle next to a contemporary interpretation

Cher's long, ultra-straight hair

Another emblematic person of these times is notably the singer Cher. Her long, ultra-smooth hair with a perfectly centered center parting is now taken up by several celebrities, such as Kim Kardashian, for example. Moreover, the long hair Rapunzel style is another top hair trend for this summer. Two birds with one stone then! The use of hair serum would give that glossy shine so typical of Cher's hairstyle.

Nice cover of Cher's hair by Dua Lipa

Brigitte Bardot's Baby Doll haircut

See you on the French scene now and back in time with the Baby Doll hairstyle. Emblematic for the icon of French cinema, Brigitte Bardot, this hairstyle is now revisited to give a feminine and very romantic look. The perfect option for an evening for two. Voluminous hair, backcombed on top, curtain bangs and shorter locks framing the face, this is what sets this hairstyle apart. It can be worn loose with a headband, in a high ponytail, tied with a scarf, in an extra large and disheveled bun – the choice is yours. The ends are often curled for extra volume.

Brigitte Bardot's romantic Baby Doll haircut reinvented

Big, voluminous curls

And speaking of curls, during the 70s these were also very popular thanks to the likes of Donna Summer, Dolly Parton and Jerry Hall. We are talking in particular about rebellious waves with a lot of texture. Such, they were strolled at that time in the famous Studio 54 disco club, in the heart of Broadway. Very refined and with a brilliant shine, these curls sometimes started from flat roots to flourish in the lengths. Accessorized with a flower, the femininity and the festivity of the hairstyle are further emphasized. The love for curls was particularly prized by Afro circles, whose culture finally managed to join the mainstream at this time. We break with the conventional and frizzy hair is thus accepted in its natural state. We let them grow at leisure, assuming their wild beauty.

Loops as they travel through time

Hippie hair accessories

On straight cut hair, as well as on a layered mane, hippie chic accessories are a beautiful vestige of an era of freedom of spirit. These small embellishments give an air sometimes bohemian, sometimes country to the final look. Headband, ribbon, bow, scarf, these accessories adorn the female head like a little jewel for a guaranteed boost of freshness. They were often worn around the head on straight hair, but you can also imagine several beautiful hairstyles with it. These would be a perfect choice for the summer to complete a hippie chic style outfit.

Hippie accessories to make it more interesting

A simple and beautiful French cut

Everyone knows that French women are fans of elegant simplicity. In the past, as still today, their demure yet refined hairstyles are picked up and imitated by women all over the world. This is indeed the case of Jane Birkin who proudly wore her straight hair accompanied by a tapered fringe. No volume, nor too much effort. This hairstyle is ideal for ladies with naturally straight hair who would not like to invest too much time in styling.

A French cut that fascinates generations with its simplicity

Mireille Mathieu's bob bob

Finally, since the bob cut is currently on the rise, you should know that it could easily take on a seventies look. First, by the long thick square with curtain fringe which is very charming. And secondly (and above all), by a square ball as Mireille Mathieu wore at the time. Ultra smooth, ball-shaped, with long straight bangs, this is a wonderful version of a short haircut for the spring-summer season.

The square in a structuring ball version

Pleated roots and wavy, voluminous lengths

The grunge style – another 70s classic

Baby Doll style curly hair and curtain bangs to look like a real doll

Afro cut embellished with pretty spring accessories

XXL lengths with a retro chic look

The “French girl” cut – simple, aesthetic and easy to maintain

Volume and headband to accessorize like in the 70s

High ponytail tied with a colorful scarf for a trendy retro look

Twiggy ball square and make-up

A square with a retro note from the 70s

A 70s hairstyle inspired by grunge fashion

Face-framing locks and long, smooth hair to mimic Cher's hair

Natural afro cut for more authenticity