Top 10 Hairstyles of all Time
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We're all born with it, and
by the time you die, you may well have none
left, but the options are endless and your chosen
hairstyle will affect your whole overall style.
It's very important. People will judge you by
your hair everywhere you go. So to help you
with your choice, we have comprised the illustrated
top ten list of hairstyles. So make your choice:
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<<< No. 1 : The Mullet
The number one slot in this top ten could
go to no other style. The term mullet
was first used by Mike D from the Beastie
Boys in his sound 'Mullet Head' way back
in the 80s, and since then the word has
stuck to describe a haircut that is short
on the top and long at the back. The mullet
can be seen everywhere throughout history.
Over the past year it has crept back into
fashion magazines and has made a full
return into the public eye, however in
my opinion the mullet has always been
the king of hairstyles. Main users are
rockstars and most Italians and South
Americans, and of course I myself have
had a mullet for around 5 years now! |
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<<< No. 2 : The Afro
The Afro cannot be beaten for all out
style. It came into it's prime in the
60s as soul music rocked across America
- the likes of Sly and the Family Stone
bringing the afro into the mainstream.
The bigger the better.
Famous afros throughout history are Michael
Jackson, John Shaft , and that guy off
The Bill. |
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<<< No. 3 : The Skinhead
The skinhead first entered the mainstream
in football grounds in the 1980s, and
has since become a very acceptable hairstyle
the world over. The main advantages of
the skinhead are low cost, ease of construction,
and low maintenance. It is a popular style
amongst snowboarder seasonaires due to
these reasons, and the fact that it goes
well with a beanie.
Combine with sunburn in summertime for
an all round great look.
Main users are soldiers, Liverpudlians,
and Nazis. |
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<<< No. 4 : The comb-over
Used mainly by teachers, the comb-over
is a very useful hairstyle for aging men,
allowing them to cover up their baldness
rather effectively. Men with a comb-over
will usually carry a comb at all times
to allow for adjustments. The main problem
with this hairstyle is wind and bending
over, as these two things will cause the
comb-over to flop, exposing red shiny
head. |
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<<< No. 5 : The Perm
The perm came into it's prime in the late
70s, mainly amongst females, but could
also be seen on many males too. Not only
does the perming process damage hair,
it also looks completely shit. However
despite this, the perm has managed to
stay in the mainstream and is a popular
choice of the Royal family, grannies,
and golf professionals. |
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<<< No. 6 : The Step
The Step was the classic choice for 11
year olds of the early 90s and would usually
be constructed using centre parting curtains
with a slight undercut. Known in some
parts of Northern Britain as the Wedge,
the Step/Wedge creates and very noticeable
mushroom head effect which was for some
strange reason considered really cool.
Nowadays we realise it looked gay. |
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<<< No. 7 : 'The Aniston'
Yes, she may be an annoying bitch but
she did manage to spark off a huge trend
amongst women the world over who all wanted
to be her. Few girls managed to pull off
the look quite as well as Jennifer Aniston
but the hairstyle did seem to transform
average looking girls into pretty fit
chicks so it has to be good! |
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<<< No. 8 : The Mohawk
Although a destinctive and briefly popular
style, few people can pull off the mohawk
without looking like a complete dick.
There can be several variations to the
mohawk but the traditional long haired
mohawk is without doubt the best way to
wear this style, combining it with a mullet. |
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<<< No. 9 : The Quiff
Another hairstyle that never looked good
in the first place (other than perhaps
on Elvis), yet one that was hugely popular.
Why oh why?!?
Main abusers of the quiff were young teachers
(my tutor included! Mr. Kirkham - that
quiff was simply too large for your own
good, you deserved to be knocked over
my me and Dean and we didn't deserve to
go to the headmaster!).
...And of course the gayest way to wear
your quiff was to dye the quiff a different
colour to the rest of your hair. Pure
shit. |
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<<< No. 10 : The Punk
Rocker
A style seen in the early 80s and not
much since, the punk rocker cut showed
that you didn't give a fuck about Thatcher,
and that you were rebelling against the
fascist bully boys.
Ideally as many colour combinations as
possible, and as high as possible, the
punk rocker cut would usually be worn
along with a leather jacket and tight
jeans. Most people who donned this style
are probably in very respectable jobs
by now...seems being a rebel went out
of fashion. |
So there you have it, the top 10 hairstyles
of all time. Feel free to print out this page
and take it to your local hairdressers to be
sure of getting the cut you want.
Editorial : Andrew Winter
Step-On Magazine
    
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