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Iconic hairstyles throughout history



The pixie cut: First made popular by 1920s flappers, and then Audrey Hepburn in the 1950s, this short hairstyle continues to serve as a symbol of change and individuality.

The Farrah Fawcett blowout: Big, bouncy tresses with numerous layers and curls, this blowout exploded in popularity during the 1970s when Fawcett debuted in “Charlie’s Angels.”

The Rachel cut: An icon of the 1990s, a short layered bob was made popular by Jennifer Aniston in Season 1 of the smash-hit show “Friends.”

Short and blonde: Marilyn Monroe’s beach blonde curls became an icon during the 1950s. This classic bob is now synonymous with the old Hollywood style.

The Karen cut: A short bob-like hairstyle, characterized by long side-swept bangs in the front and chunky blonde highlights, became associated with “Karens” (confrontational middle-aged white women) in 2020.

Slicked-back styles: Space buns and other slicked-back hairstyles have made a reappearance through social media and television. These model-worthy looks — though requiring copious amounts of gel — last throughout the day, perfect for photos.

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