Not completely short hair, not quite a Mohawk and not a cousin to the crop haircut. Mullet Hair is that hybrid hairstyle that’s had to “fight all it’s life” (hope you said that in Oprah Winfrey’s voice Lol); to decide if it wants to be long or considered short hair. It’s the ultimate thin line between love and hate.
While some can really pull this hair look off on epic levels. The ugly truth is, most can’t. It’s a style that died in the 90s for a reason.
Now let’s just say you want to have a go at it. First of all, congratulations on having major guts lol. We hope this hair decision of yours leads you to mane glory; because this style is not for the shy. And it’s darn right not for the indecisive either.
Once you go in, you are committed. Especially, since the top of your hair will be quite short and the hair in the back probably mid-length. The only way out is to go to a full short hairstyle or opt for extensions.
However, none of the above is to say YOU CAN’T make it work or look super good. Other the years, it seems of though many lessons have been learned (LOL). Which means the mullet of the modern era is now defined, with more sophistication and glamour.
Therefore, if you love the rocker vibes of this hairstyle; you can now wear it not look like you stepped out of a time machine with Michael J. Fox. Instead, the new mullet will have you looking on trend, on point and a hair Queen!
Mullet Hair -It’s Back…Inspiration from Your Faves in the Modern Era!
But what if you have no fear! Wonderful, being edgy can have a big payoff. You will get noticed and people will do a double take. So if you like your personal style statements to garner tons of attention this particular hairstyle will definitely do just that!
However, if you would like to try out this hair look without looking like you stepped straight outta of your moms and grandma’s yearbook; try the modern version of the mullet first. What’s that? Well, it is still in fact the mullet, just more muted and watered down.
The top and bottom of the hair is more blended. Making the length distinction not as noticeable as in times past. PLUS… the length and the back is cut shorter. Transforming the look into a slightly edgy, bad girl bob cut.
One of the best examples that we have seen lately of this modern mullet look is by Ryan Destiny. She killed it! It was 90s nostalgia glam with modern essence.
Mullet Hair -It’s Back…Inspiration from Your Faves (Continued)
Nevertheless, Ryan isn’t the only celebrity that has given mullet hair a blessing. The reigning queen of The Met Gala and beauty industry; Rihanna once wore a mullet for so long it grew on most fans Lol.
Literally, no one complained. No one thought, Rih has lost it, please LAWD let my eyes pass on from seeing this. INSTEAD folks just said Badgalriri pulled it off because she has that “It” Girl thing going. Here’s a long gallery of Rihanna’s mullet in action so you can see for yourself.
Thoughts? Rihanna’s look is certainly a vibe, very her. However, she’s not the only beauty style icon and red carpet risk taker to give a mullet a try.
Yoooo… Our Girl Zendaya Too??
Ladies and gentlemen feast your eyes on Zendaya! Yes! Her too! Zendaya known for Spider-Man, Disney channel, Tommy Hilfiger collabs, Euphoria and of course; great fashion sense. Also, is a good source for inspiration.
Nonetheless, not only was Zendaya BOLD for even rocking a mullet. Home girl took things even one step further… hair color baby! Check out the photos below of Miss Coleman in all her mullet glory and in-your-face blonde hair.
Furthermore, Zendaya is not the only Disney graduate that is a mullet hairstyle lover. Can you guess what other Mickey star that has successfully made this style the epitome of cool?
If you guessed Miley then you are correct! Yes, Miss Hannah Montana like Zendaya; pulls off this edgy cut with little to no effort. They both make it look so “regular” and great it’s easy to want to pick up a pair of scissors and get busy!
HOWEVER, these two singers are not the only musicians to have the masses want to pick up some shears. Doja Cat hit up the Grammys with multiple hairstyles. But for her red carpet look; she paired it with a mullet. And she looked GOOD good!
Now, Are You Next Up?
So what have we learned? For one thing, this haircut doesn’t have to be your mom’s hairdo from the 80s and 90s. Continue to let that version die. Yet, you can update the look with a few slight tweaks to make it more modern.
Lastly, a real key to pulling this style off is having the confidence, grit and flamboyance to pull it off! Rihanna, Ryan and Zendaya are all unapologetic style risk takers; besides just being unbelievably gorgeous. They have the attitude and sexy appeal to make the modern cut, so they pull it off well.
Therefore, if you want to go where must scissors dare not go (Lol) try out mullet hair. And feel free to add your own flavor and update to it. That’s the beauty of hair and trends, there’s no rules.
To help you do just that, here is some final inspo to get you into the right hair mood. Happy haircuts Beauties!
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