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
That means hairstyles studded with gemstones and pearls, gemstones sparkling across Robbie's cheeks, and braids tied together with passion-red ribbons.
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Kara Nesvig, Allure, 3 Feb. 2026
Braiding—especially cornrows—are the foundation of so many of the hairstyles that matter to us.
—Ambreia Meadows-Fernandez, Parents, 30 Jan. 2026
Doubling the fun, Princess Charlotte and Princess Kate exactly matched their hairstyles in a total twinning moment for the private family gathering.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 26 Jan. 2026
Before launching her renowned brand, Myricks worked as a sales expert at a publishing company that photographed Black hairstyles.
—Essence, 14 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
Kara Nesvig, Allure, 3 Feb. 2026
Braiding—especially cornrows—are the foundation of so many of the hairstyles that matter to us.
—Ambreia Meadows-Fernandez, Parents, 30 Jan. 2026
Doubling the fun, Princess Charlotte and Princess Kate exactly matched their hairstyles in a total twinning moment for the private family gathering.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 26 Jan. 2026
Before launching her renowned brand, Myricks worked as a sales expert at a publishing company that photographed Black hairstyles.
—Essence, 14 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hairstyles
Noun
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Meanwhile, Douglas — hairdos and all— is in the midst of a hiatus.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Feb. 2026
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Distinguished by different hairdos and contrasting body language, Douglas, who can will himself to appear sedate, and James, who’s in a continual manic spiral, have more in common than either would care to admit.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Jan. 2026
Noun
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As for which haircuts work best with this style?—
Grace McCarty,
Glamour,
5 Feb. 2026
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Their stylish haircuts, often with fades on the sides, set them apart in rural communities.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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“Hairstyles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hairstyles. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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