26 Iconic ’70s Haircuts Making a Massive Comeback: Celebrity Stylists Reveal the Cuts and Exact Pro Styling Tricks Taking Over Salons

Naomi Campbell with sleek, long hair.

The defining aesthetic of ’70s haircuts has officially reclaimed modern salons, proving that dramatic layers, curtain fringes, and unapologetic volume never truly go out of style. From Farrah Fawcett’s iconic feathered blowout to voluminous disco Afros and razor-sharp center parts, the decade’s standout silhouettes are dominating mood boards once again.

Celebrity hairstylists Adir Abergel and Mara Roszak confirm that this revival is driven by a renewed appreciation for dynamic shape and movement. The secret to modernizing these vintage staples lies entirely in updated product chemistry and targeted heat styling.

“The ’70s were iconic,” says celebrity hairstylist Adir Abergel. “Timeless!” agrees fellow hair pro Mara Roszak, adding: “[They] really show off things like layers and bangs, which are so popular now.”

Whether you want effortless rocker layers, full-bodied curls, or pin-straight lengths, mastering these retro aesthetics requires knowing the right structural cuts and finish techniques.

Why Are ’70s Haircuts Dominating Salons Right Now?

Unlike rigid, overly lacquered vintage styles, 1970s aesthetics prioritized natural texture, fluidity, and customized framing. Today’s cuts lean into those exact structural elements to flatter diverse face shapes and curl patterns.

A common misconception is that replicating high-volume retro looks requires damaging tease routines or gallons of stiff hairspray. In reality, modern stylists rely on strategic thermal cooling, lightweight root powders, and targeted styling oils to create weightless lift that stays touchable all day.

1970s Hairstyle Category	Signature Technique or Key Product
The Shag & Lob	Brow-grazing or curtain bangs with multi-length interior layers
Feathered Blowout	Directional round-brush drying away from face, set with hot rollers
The Disco Afro	Hydrating wash-and-condition base, picked out for custom shape
Pin-Straight Disco Lengths	Flat iron paired with heat protectant and lightweight healing oils

The Choppy Cuts: Shags, Fringes, and Curtain Bangs

Nothing captures vintage rock-and-roll attitude quite like a disconnected, heavily layered haircut.

Miley Cyrus wearing a wavy blonde shag with grown-out roots.

Abergel points to the shag as the absolute defining cut of the 1970s. Miley Cyrus modernizes the look with platinum blonde strands, dark roots, and brow-grazing fringe for an edgy finish.

Billie Eilish wears brow-grazing bangs.

Roszak highlights brow-skimming bangs like Billie Eilish‘s as an essential retro staple. To prevent straight bangs from separating or looking greasy, she recommends smoothing on a lightweight nourishing hair oil like Rôz Santa Lucia Styling Oil for polished shine.

Jane Fonda wearing a rounded lob with curtain bangs.

Jane Fonda remains a primary muse for the shag. Her rounded silver lob combines interior graduation with soft curtain fringe for an elegant, ageless shape.

Sandra Oh wearing a curly shag with fringe bangs.

Shags work exceptionally well on natural spirals. Sandra Oh sports a curly lob complete with fringe and warm hazelnut highlights to define each ringlet.

Sydney Sweeney wearing wispy curtain bangs.

Sydney Sweeney opts for wispy curtain bangs paired with a medium-length layered cut. This specific fringe style remains universally flattering because it softens cheekbones instantly.

Jenna Ortega with curtain bangs and straight hair.

Jenna Ortega shows how low-maintenance curtain bangs look when paired with longer, sleeker strands. The face-framing pieces blend seamlessly into the rest of the cut.

The Volume Queens: Feathered Flips and Bombshell Blowouts

Nothing commands attention quite like the voluminous blowouts popularized during the disco explosion.

Farrah Fawcett wearing her iconic feathered blowout.

How to Recreate the Farrah Fawcett Flip at Home

1. Prep clean, damp strands with a generous pump of volumizing mousse or root-lift spray.
2. Blow dry using a large ceramic round brush, intentionally directing hair backward and away from the face.
3. Roll warm sections into large hot rollers, rolling away from the face to lock in direction.
4. Let the hair cool completely on the rollers before releasing.
5. Gently paddle-brush through the lengths to reveal the airy, feathered flip.

Bebe Rexha wears a flipped blowout.

Bebe Rexha showcases another high-impact iteration with flipped ends. Roszak advises applying texturizing volume powder directly at the roots post-roller set, followed by gentle back-combing for maximum staying power.

Jennifer Lopez wearing a center part with voluminous waves.

Jennifer Lopez adds an elevated studio spin to the blowout with bouncy, curling ends, a clean center part, and cool-toned blonde highlights that create multidimensional shine.

Sculptural Afros, Protective Styles, and Texture

Natural hair textures were central to 1970s beauty culture, offering powerful shape and self-expression.

Solange Knowles proves the enduring beauty of a full Afro. Abergel notes that this cut allows endless versatility depending on how much you pick out your curls, with moisture-rich shampoos and deep conditioners forming the critical foundation.

Willow Smith’s tailored silhouette showcases the crisp, geometric potential of an Afro. Crisp lines require frequent salon trims to prevent loss of shape.

Ciara embraces floor-skimming locs, an era-defining protective staple. Abergel emphasizes that keeping hair lengths strong at this scale requires diligent, targeted scalp maintenance.

Zoë Kravitz channels breezy bohemian beauty by combining micro braids with delicate locs, mirroring the free-spirited aesthetic championed by her mother, Lisa Bonet.

When creating brushed-out curl volume like Tracee Ellis Ross’s look, temperature control is essential.

“Once you curl or straighten [hair], you want to allow the hair to completely cool in the shape you’re creating to finish molding it into its new formation,” says Abergel.

Yara Shahidi gathers her coily crown into a high pineapple updo. Leaving intentional loose tendrils around the face keeps the profile fresh and unstructured.

High-Gloss Lengths and Precise Center Parts

Sleek, mirror-shine hair parted sharply down the middle represents the minimalist counterpoint to disco-era volume.

Dua Lipa channels pure vintage glamour with pin-straight lengths. Abergel notes that this glassy finish relies on quality heat protection, suggesting a cocktail of Virtue’s 6-in-1 Styler and Healing Oil before applying a flat iron.

To recreate Naomi Campbell’s razor-straight part, Abergel shares a simple pro trick: place the tip of a rat-tail comb directly at the center of the bridge of your nose and trace upward into the hairline for an exact division.

Kim Kardashian breaks up ultra-long lengths with lived-in bends. Soft texture prevents waist-length strands from falling flat or feeling heavy.

Demi Moore’s signature dark cascade evokes Cher’s iconic style. Modernizing the long look with soft, relaxed waves keeps it thoroughly contemporary.

Disco Glamour: Big Spirals and Studio Curls

Curls during the ’70s were uninhibited, buoyant, and designed to catch dance-floor lighting.

Zendaya stuns with full-bodied, high-volume copper ringlets accented by a matching curly fringe for added theatrical presence.

Kaia Gerber leans into ethereal romance with an expanded halo of textured spirals. Pearl and jewel pins elevate the brushed curls into red-carpet territory.

Gigi Hadid flips the script by sweeping buoyant, brushed-out party curls into a deep side part to instantly create dramatic asymmetrical height.

Retro Updos and Mid-Length Classics

When full lengths aren’t on the agenda, retro-inspired updos and mid-length cuts deliver effortless vintage flair.

Ariana Grande anchors a high-snatched ponytail with a singular face-framing piece, instantly referencing vintage pop icons.

Anya Taylor-Joy proves low pigtails can look sophisticated. Wrapping small sections of hair around each base hides elastic bands for a sleek, editorial feel.

Zendaya captures Bianca Jagger’s classic energy with a textured, shoulder-length blonde bob styled with purposeful body and an off-center part.

Zoe Saldaña demonstrates understated bohemian charm with flowing, soft waves. Subtle sombré highlights throughout the mid-lengths add depth and effortless visual motion.

✨ The resurgence of ’70s haircuts is all about celebrating authentic movement, dramatic angles, and customized volume.

📱 Bring your favorite look to your stylist and ask how to tailor its layers to your hair type.

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