From J.Lo to Jennifer Aniston, These Are the '90s Hairstyles We'll Never Forget
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Getty ImagesThe only thing that could make this style more '90s is a mini clip placed at the end of these tiny twists. This half-rolled hairstyle, also dubbed "picture-day hair" by the primary school set, ruled the decade.
The perfect mini-sized claw clips that screams 90s hairstyle.
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Getty ImagesThe subtle layers and laid-back styling made this pixie cut an instant hit when Winona Ryder debuted it in the late '90s.
Pixie cut devotees know the power of a great pomade—this one smells good, too.
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Getty ImagesNo one rocked micro braids quite like Brandy Norwood. This was her signature hairstyle on her hit TV show Moesha as well as in her real life.
Keep your braids looking fresh everyday with a little hair gloss.
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Getty ImagesThe soft curl added to this classic bob adds an interesting element to the hairstyle. Shown here on an angelic-looking Angelina Jolie, this spin on the bob would make us do a double take if we saw it walking down the street today.
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Getty ImagesThere was a period of time when it seemed like every TV character was sporting these voluminous, feathered fringes. From D.J. Tanner to Kelly Bundy and, of course, Tiffani Thiessen's Saved by the Bell character, Kelly Kapowski, these bangs were the mark of a cool girl.
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Getty ImagesOn the other end of the fringe spectrum were these claw bangs, defined by face-framing, peekaboo pieces.
Never underestimate the power of the perfect round brush.
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Getty ImagesThis easy hairstyle screams '90s. Britney Spears fashioned her short haircut into two messy plaits fastened on the ends with elastics and just enough hair peeking out of the bottoms for a playful 'do.
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Getty ImagesFrom the pencil-thin eyebrows to the dark lipstick and the leopard-print collar, this photo of our queen Drew Barrymore is like a time capsule into the '90s. Her flipped hair (and those enamel hair clips) is another huge clue as to which decade we're looking at.
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Getty ImagesOkay, so in all fairness, this photo was taken in the year 2000. But it's important to call out here because it exemplifies the influence that '90s hip-hop had on style and culture well into the decade that followed. J.Lo's bedazzled bandana accentuating her braided hairstyle is proof.
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Getty ImagesJanet Jackson's braids circa Poetic Justice were (and still are) a legendary look. The addition of this newsboy cap solidifies it as one of our favourite looks of hers.
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Getty ImagesStefani wasn't afraid to push the envelope when it came to hair. But here, we see her adopting a trend that took hold of just about every '90s girl: the infamous butterfly clip. It was such a thing.
Prepare for this trend to make a comeback by stocking up on these butterfly clips.
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Getty ImagesJada Pinkett Smith showed us plenty of short haircuts in the '90s, but this bleach-blonde, barely there cut takes the cake.
Fight frizz and humidity on shorter styles with daily use of this texturising and thickening styling paste.
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Getty ImagesEverything about The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air is a perfect representation of '90s life, but nothing compares to Hilary Banks's perfectly coiled coif, which she'd often top with a statement hat or oversize bow to tie her ensemble together.
If you are naturally curly, then you already know the importance of using products specifically formulated for curly hair textures. This leave-in treatment from Briogeo leaves curls bouncy and defined.
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Getty ImagesDon't be fooled by the name: The messy bun could be a super-chic look. Paltrow proved this point on a '90s red carpet, where she kept with the undone theme by letting some face-framing curls hang loose.
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Getty ImagesDo we even need to explain? Didn't think so.
We have a feeling Rachel Green would have sworn by this handy little contraption.
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Getty ImagesLeave it to supermodel Tyra Banks to claim even more height with this sleek high pony. The flipped curl and swooshed bang add that much more '90s flair.
It never hurts to go back to great basics. This hairbrush effortlessly glides through the hair without snagging.
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Getty ImagesNineties girls were all about an undone look, as evidenced by the trend of leaving just two straight strands of hair out in the front of an otherwise polished style.
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Getty ImagesIn an era marked by plenty of grungier looks, this almost childlike style really stood out. Note the clipped bangs as well.
Who said clips had to be simple? Add a pretty touch to your hairstyle with these adorable clips.
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Getty ImagesApparently subtlety just wasn't in style in the '90s. Kelly Rowland's lurid streaks, coupled with her choppy cut, were clearly meant to stand out.
We're fully in support of bringing back (temporary) colourful highlights.
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Getty ImagesScrunchie madness was such a defining trend of the '90s. They were perfect for securing any kind of ponytail or even just wearing around one's wrist like a bracelet. You know, just in case.
