What 2021 hair trends should you know about?

Despite the rollercoaster of a year that 2020 was, there’s no denying that it was certainly memorable.

Sure, you could style your hair every day, but what’s the point?

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On the runway, on city streets, or even just on Instagram, ribbons will beeverywhere.

According to celebrity hairstylistTakisha Sturdivant-Drew, Bantu knots are both nostalgicandfashionable, and will be on trend in 2021.

“This look will become ubiquitous in the new year,” she explained in an interview withPopSugar.

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As fun as Bantu knots are, they can seem intimidating to pull off.

However, a goodtutorialand some good products are all it’s crucial that you rock Bantu knots.

While usingpearls in different hairstylesis nothing new, it’s going to be everywhere in 2021.

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And, likeAllurereported, there were multiple uses of pearls in hairstyles at Paris Fashion Week in October 2020.

If you want to be super stylish in 2021, then pearls are the way to do it.

Curtain bangs, whether thick or wispy, are already taking Pinterest by storm.

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But fortunately, one hair accessory will make getting the perfect curtain bangs that much easier.

And best of all, they’re going to make 2021 the most adventurous year yet.

AsSelling Sunsetstar Chrishell Stause proved, clip-in bangs can look seriously stylish.

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Stause rocked a pair to the 2020 People’s Choice Awards and looked flawless while doing so.

“I have been there.”

In 2021, tousled bangs will be so fresh

2021 will definitely be the year of bangs.

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The look is perfect for those who want to make a statement without putting in a ton of work.

Tousled, curly bangs will be huge in 2021, says celebrity hairstylistTakisha Sturdivant-Drew.

“The ’80s retro look will be a major hit as we approach spring and summer.”

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2020 saw a rise in braided styles, according toPopSugar,and that likely won’t change in 2021.

Additionally, according toL’Oreal Paris, Fulani braids are going to be huge in 2021.

“The style features additional braids woven throughout your mane and adorned with beads and gold clips.”

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So, go ahead and find some hair extensions, because that’s where the fun is.

Clips are the best, and they can also elevate your hairstyle, too.

In fact, asWho What Wearreported of the spring/summer 2021 fashion shows, hair clips were out in force.

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Have some fun with it.

Headbands have been huge in 2020, and honestly, they aren’t going anywhere.

So if you want to be on-trend in 2021, don’t throw out any headbands.

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“Headbands have shown the biggest increase in searches within the accessories category,” she said.

“The top style for 2020 will be the padded headband.”

So, it’s time to channel your inner Blair Waldorf and stock up on headbands.

Pearl and gold hair clips

“I think for spring these cuts are going to evolve with different parting,” they explained.

After all, the center part is easy, flattering, and universally cool.

But for 2021, the side part is what it’s all about.

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As for how to master this look?

“Clip the bottom half out of the way.

Tease the underside of the top layer, smooth the hair back, and secure with bobby pins.”

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Obviously, use hairspray afterwards.

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