Harry Styles has had a pretty strong hair evolution (and this is how you can follow it)
Hazza's hair has come a long way since his One Direction days
Harry Styles has well and truly evolved from the aspiring teen that we first met back in 2010. Not just in music: in film, in fashion, but in grooming too.
Harry Styles' hair is as famous as the man himself. He's sported long, wild locks (and for good reason), but since chopping them off for the filming of Dunkirk in 2016, it’s come to our attention that the Northern-born star has sported pretty much every hairstyle under the sun. Lengthwise – obviously – but also through cut, finish and on-trend accessories. It changes every year, which is why there’s plenty of tips to be taken from it. So we’ve taken a trip down memory lane and charted the ever-changing hairstyles of Harry Styles.
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Getty Images1/6The sky-high bouffant quiff
When: 2013
The verdict: How do you style longer locks for fashionable means? Easy: a bouffant quiff. Ten years ago, we saw the fresh-faced star opt for stylish, old-school grooming – gathering a lengthy amount of hair up into a highly-gelled tier, with sides chopped a tad shorter. You can immediately sense the Hollywood star coming through at this stage.
Get the look: If you're feeling a little brave and you want to recreate Hazza's 2013 do, you'll need to slap a lot of gel onto your barnet and comb it all back gently so that your hair doesn't get tangled in the process. After ratting some hair to create volume, apply some hair spray for maximum effect. We personally recommend Living Proof's Style Lab Control Hairspray, but there are a bunch of other alternatives that you should definitely check out. Once all that's done, let it all sit for a sec, pop on your finest clothes, and you'll be as sweet as Watermelon Sugar.
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Getty Images2/6The shoulder-length Jagger days
When: 2015
The verdict: OK – we’ve hit full on rockstar now. By this point, Styles was starting to experiment with new aesthetics (via fashion and hair). His Gucci guise was introduced and nothing says romantic more than a retro floral suit and long waves. Honestly, the grooming guide goes a bit out of the window here; this is a completely natural look. But it worked well for the singer and carved an image that deemed him the modern Mick Jagger.
Get the look: We want to start by saying that this shoulder-length style definitely doesn't work for everyone, and honestly, you're going to need a lot of patience and commitment if you want to get it just right. But, you know what? That's okay, as perfection takes time, right? First of all, you're going to need to let your locks grow and grow (and grow). You're also going to need a pretty strong hairspray and gel to keep your fringe intact, and a solid brush. Long hair requires a lot more TLC, so make sure you use Kérastase's Elixir Ultime L'Huile Hair Oil to keep it nice and healthy.
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Getty Images3/6The Hollywood icon
When: 2017
The verdict: During the promotional tour for Christopher Nolan's critically-acclaimed war epic, Dunkirk, Haz groomed his short hair a bit more extensively, opting for wild wisps and a fashionable level of volume. While his longer hair boded well with musical performances, this cut really went hand-in-hand with his fresh actor status. The chic styling here is a top grooming option for the warmer seasons.
Get the look: While his hair might look a little messy from a distance, if you take a closer look you'll begin to notice that each and every strand has been meticulously set in place. A good pair of clippers for the sides will do the trick, and you should probably have a decent hair cream as well, such as Hanz De Fuko's Scheme Cream. This will give your hair a laid-back look with a touch of polish.
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Getty Images4/6The solo musician
When: 2018
The verdict: While embarking on a successful solo career Harry Styles is keeping his hair natural, letting it grow a bit in length but hinting at his curls through neat trimming. It doesn’t look like he’s returning to his excessive length any time soon, but that’s pretty good news if you’re looking to take a grooming tip from him.
Get the look: We’re not all gifted with genuinely great hair, so grab a pair of reliable scissors and get yourself a short, manly cut. Slather your hands with some hair wax, and use your fingers to "comb" everything backwards. Salt Grooming's Hybrid Hair works wonders for us, and it's not going to break the bank either. While you're here, try to extend the coolness down to your clothing too. That shouldn’t be a problem, though – Styles’ fashion book awaits.
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Getty Images5/6The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame performer
When: 2019
The verdict: In 2019, Styles attended Stevie Nicks' induction to the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame with a healthy dose of man cleavage and a lush new hairstyle (again). With bigger curls in sight and a hint at more volume on top, it sure looked like the mane that he was known for was set for a triumphant comeback.
Get the look: Not too dissimilar from his 2018 do, we would advise emulating this style through Aveda Men's Pure-Formance Grooming Clay – perfect for adding thickness to hair and keeping strong hold of wild locks. You might also want to get a decent hair dryer as well so keep your hair totally in place.
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The stubbled superstar
When: 2023
The verdict: During the 65th Annual Grammy Awards, Harry Styles stole the red carpet with his tinsel jumpsuit by Gucci. He also stole the show by winning ‘Album of the Year’ for Harry's House, becoming the first male British solo artist to win since George Michael in 1989. So clearly, this was a big night for him. In terms of his hair, H went full throwback here, harkening back to his neatly-trimmed Dunkirk days. However, he decided to add a little pizzazz in the form of some serious stubblage that we've never seen before.
Get the look: Unlike in 2017, his hair features a "wetter" look here, so we'd recommend using American Crew's Firm Hold Styling Gel for a rugged yet relaxed kind vibe. While we aren't all blessed with the ability to grow a beard, if you can squeeze out even a bit of stubble, then make sure you keep it sculpted with a trusty beard trimmer or a shaver.
