Everyone who chooses to dress up in 80's outfits for a costume party should give special thought and attention to what they are going to do with their hair. More than in almost any other decade, hairstyles during this time period were distinctive. Although some styles were specific for men or women, there were also some that crossed gender barriers and were worn by everyone. What were some of these popular and iconic styles?
Although the hair crimper was invented in 1972, it didn't become widely used until about a decade later. Sported primarily by young women and teenage girls, this hair is easily recognizable as an eighties style. During this time, youth from both genders often had long tresses with shorter layers at the top, which made crimped hair stand tall and proud, assuming the wearer used enough Aqua Net hairspray.
Another style frequently worn with 80's outfits is what is often referred to as "rocker hair". Men and women rock stars would "tease" their hair with a comb and hair spray, often getting the shorter top layers it to stand straight up on end and leaving the longer layers underneath hanging down. Wearers would often have locks that were tinted black or bleached blond. Sometimes colored streaks would be dyed into them as well.
Mullets are yet another distinctive hairdo of this decade. The tresses were cut short on the front and sides of the head, but left to grow long on the back of the head. This fashion is often affectionately described as "business in the front, party in the back." Although some women wore mullets, they are considered to be more of a male hairstyle.
Because many hair trends in the eighties are so different from today's fashions, most people have to purchase a wig in order to make this look part of their ensemble. Check out our website today to see the variety of colors, cuts, curls, and shapes we have available at FunWirks. Our affordable prices make this accessory one of the best investments you can make for costume fun for years to come!