variants
also hair styles
as in hairdos
a style or arrangement of hair
the senator's long parade of hairstyles seem to reflect a relentless need to constantly reinvent herself
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Recent Examples of hairstyles
Before launching her renowned brand, Myricks worked as a sales expert at a publishing company that photographed Black hairstyles.
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Essence, 14 Jan. 2026
Last night, a handful of Hollywood’s A-listers attended the Golden Globes in extravagant gowns, glitzy jewels, and glossy hairstyles.
—Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 12 Jan. 2026
The Afro is one of the most iconic hairstyles of the last century.
—Sonari Glinton, NPR, 7 Jan. 2026
Beyond their similar ages, frames, and hairstyles, the actresses began working at a similar time.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Jan. 2026
Keep scrolling for proof that bob hairstyles work for every face shape, hair type, and texture.
—Omenaa Boakye, InStyle, 31 Dec. 2025
Keep scrolling for stylists’ favorite curly hairstyles, and don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone.
—Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 25 Dec. 2025
In their debut campaign, inspired by the glamour and romance of the 1960s countryside lifestyle, the two transformed their modern flair with retro banged hairstyles.
—Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 22 Dec. 2025
Beyoncé’s Cécred hair care line recently launched its newest protection collection aimed at tackling the challenges of wearing protective hairstyles and extensions.
—Caché McClay, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
Essence, 14 Jan. 2026
Last night, a handful of Hollywood’s A-listers attended the Golden Globes in extravagant gowns, glitzy jewels, and glossy hairstyles.
—Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 12 Jan. 2026
The Afro is one of the most iconic hairstyles of the last century.
—Sonari Glinton, NPR, 7 Jan. 2026
Beyond their similar ages, frames, and hairstyles, the actresses began working at a similar time.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Jan. 2026
Keep scrolling for proof that bob hairstyles work for every face shape, hair type, and texture.
—Omenaa Boakye, InStyle, 31 Dec. 2025
Keep scrolling for stylists’ favorite curly hairstyles, and don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone.
—Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 25 Dec. 2025
In their debut campaign, inspired by the glamour and romance of the 1960s countryside lifestyle, the two transformed their modern flair with retro banged hairstyles.
—Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 22 Dec. 2025
Beyoncé’s Cécred hair care line recently launched its newest protection collection aimed at tackling the challenges of wearing protective hairstyles and extensions.
—Caché McClay, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hairstyles
Noun
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However, McMillan also sees the future getting nostalgic for vintage hairdos and techniques that have been recycled over the decades.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
31 Dec. 2025
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Zelig has been working to make the virtual models on Build a Look appear more lifelike, utilizing multiple photo shoots on real models, relaxing the poses, and changing hairdos.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
9 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In the early months of the struggle, Pryor, the State Farm agent, kept going to Elizabeth Gutierrez for haircuts.—
J.C. Hallman,
Oklahoma Watch,
13 Jan. 2026
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Since the dawn of haircuts, commitment-phobes have avoided bangs for fear of the grow-out process.—
Grace McCarty,
Glamour,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Hairstyles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hairstyles. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
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