10 of the best 80s hairstyles from the A-list archives

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The Perm:

Celebrities like Madonna and Sarah Jessica Parker embraced this trend, often pairing it with teased bangs for extra volume.

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The Big Hair:

Teasing, backcombing, and lots of hairspray were essential for achieving this dramatic look.

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The Side Ponytail:

It involved pulling the hair to one side and securing it with a scrunchie or bow for a playful and youthful look.

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The Mohawk: 

Cyndi Lauper and Billy Idol rocking this edgy look. It involved shaving the sides of the head and leaving a strip of hair in the center, often styled upright with gel or mousse.

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Farrah Fawcett: 

Farrah Fawcett's feathered hairstyle became an iconic look in the 80s, characterized by soft, face-framing layers and flipped-out ends.

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High Top Fade:

The high top fade was a popular hairstyle among African American men in the 80s, characterized by short sides and a dramatically high, flat top. 

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The Crimped Hair:

Crimped hair was a fun and funky trend in the 80s, achieved by using a crimping iron to create textured waves and zigzag patterns. 

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Rock Spikes:

Punk rock hairstyles with spiked or gelled hair were popular in the 80s, particularly among musicians like Billy Idol and Joan Jett.

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Asymmetrical Bob:

The asymmetrical bob was a trendy hairstyle in the 80s, featuring a shorter length in the back and longer layers in the front.

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The Rat Tail: 

Celebrities like George Michael and Vanilla Ice were known for sporting this unconventional hairstyle.

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