Oh, the sweet 2000s. The era of binging on dance movies like You Got Served and going wild in bright makeup and super mini outfits. In between the funky fashion trends, R&B songs that kept us in our feelings, and of course, the iconic 2000s hairstyles that meant you were poppin’, that era really etched its place in history!
Do you ever look at your pictures from that time with satisfaction at yourself and your crew for being such hotties by serving up the curls and colors in undiluted 2000s swag? The courageous hair dyes (I’m so guilty), waves, and all that hair gel (thank goodness we have edge control now) really left no room for boring.
The most raved-about fashion and beauty moments undoubtedly happened in the 2000s and perhaps, we are still stuck on it (maybe it’s the hair gel). If you have ever anticipated a comeback, we’re glad to tell you that many of the hairstyles we loved are indeed back as though they never left.
Here are 8 iconic 2000s hairstyles you can rock in 2021…
#1. Aaliyah bangs
Aaliyah’s signature long, side-swept bangs played a role in forming the hairstyle scene of the 2000s. Although the sleek hairdo was simple, it still had a sweet way of playing up facial features, especially for girls with oval-shaped faces like the iconic singer. This 2022, the hairstyle is on full steam as stars like Normani have been spotted rocking it.
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#2. Pulled back with loose strands, aka braided antennas
This was my favorite as I loved how the loose braided strands made me feel cute. Interestingly, this hairdo didn’t require so much change as celebs are still rocking it in almost the same way as they did in the 2000s. As they say, if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.
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#3. Pixie cuts
Okay, maybe this hairstyle isn’t just a 2000s thing. We saw it in the 1990s, 2000s, and this 2022, it’s still here. The most famous pixie cut girl is arguably Toni Braxton as the star has made a case for this style for decades. Other than the Unbreak my Heart singer, we also saw Rihanna sizzle in this hairdo in the 2000s. For 2022, Tamron Hall, Jackie Aina, and many others are finding their mojo in a pixie. You should try it.
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#4. Half-up, half-down
Fast forward two decades later, and celebrities like Jennifer Lopez are still rocking this hairstyle. The half-up, half-down hair trend is making the same buzz right now as it did in the 2000s. Be sure to keep it beach-wavy or straight because the effortlessness perceived from the hairstyle is the goal.
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#5. Braids
A timeless trend, braids are one of the iconic 2000s hairstyles that are still relevant in our time. They’ve been around for a long time and have evolved repeatedly, but remain consistent in blessing our scalps and elevating our lewks.
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#6. Pigtails
In the 2000s, they cut pigtails into four to eight sections, but today, they are more likely to be seen packed up in two mini ponytails like the rich and pretty cheerleader everyone wanted to date. Remember her?
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#7. Black hair color
Every chic person in the 2000s wasn’t oblivious to this hair fact: the darker, the merrier. We’re talking shiny, wet-looking black hair in all its glory and sleekness. After perambulating around the color spectrum, we’re back to black.
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#8. Flipped ends
The edgy, well-defined edge of this hairstyle gives it a certain type of vibe you only found on the cool girls of the 2000s. Yes, those hip-hop stars that serenaded the airwaves with their vocal prowess and dynamic style. The flips on this hairdo can literally turn your hair into an edgy accessory, perfect for any occasion.
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