The evolution of Harry Styles' hair

Harry Styles. The man, the myth, the legend. If you’re not obsessed with him then you’re doing it wrong. This man has given us so much; from the cheeky-chappy, bubbling boyband member to the now eccentrically dressed, rock and roll god. It truly is a blessing to be alive at the same time as him.

One thing I love is how much Harry’s hair has changed over the years. So much so that each style basically has its own era. Let’s kick off with 2010 and what essentially was a curly mop. But it was a beautiful curly mop. Not to mention, his little heartthrob debut in the What Makes You Beautiful music video. We were all burning red with jealousy over that girl. Damn you, Madison McMillin. She really was 2010’s ‘Heather.’ 2011 and 2012 were still very similar. The latter year gaining a bit more length which made me realise just how voluminous Harry’s hair is. Maybe it’s full of secrets?

Now, the next is one of my personal favourites. Not quite number one but definitely a strong contender. It’s the frat boy era. 2013 had Harry in snapbacks and beanies which fuelled the fanfics enormously. Not that anyone was complaining about that. If Tumblr wasn’t thriving before, it certainly was now. There was also a headscarf related time during 2013 which continued into the following year. I appreciated it but nothing could beat the beanies at this point.

As mentioned, 2014 was really the year of accessories. We delved into all manners of scarf, bandana, fedora and baby man-bun type situations. Oh, the fedora. You will never be forgotten. The end of 2014, however, transitioned us perfectly into 2015 which revealed… *drumroll*… long-haired Harry. Long-haired Harry is one hundred percent the era that makes me fully understand the “he could run me over and I’d say ‘thank you’” joke. At least I hope it's a joke.

Long-haired Harry reigned for a while and it was a sacred time. The mane was sincerely something to be admired. He was the beauty and the beast all in one. This is one of my favourite era’s and I think I nearly wept when he cut his hair off. Will we ever be reunited? At least, we were rewarded with Dunkirk Harry.

2017 was an invigorating year as Harry landed his first film role. The long locks were gone but in their place was a stunningly handsome soldier. Harry’s Dunkirk era shed a new light on his career as well as his hair. If you missed out on all the fun in the One Direction days, then this was really something you could get your teeth sunk into. This was also the year that his first solo, self-titled album came out. He completely spoiled us rotten and I loved every second of it.

2018 witnessed a bigger change in his fashion more than anything. The Bowie and Prince inspired designs are inexplicably sensational. Just when you didn’t think you could love this man anymore; he pulls a stunt like this. I will never tire of seeing his fashion chapters. It has now become my dying wish to raid his wardrobe. In particular – and I don’t really have a reason – his open chested, sparkly blue jumpsuit will forever live rent free in my brain.

Coming into the present, 2019 and 2020 blessed us with Harry’s latest album, Fine Line. Let us not forget the glorious music videos that came out of it. In regard to his hair, it has remained similar to the Dunkirk era, just perhaps a little grown out. I think this matches perfectly and adds some youthfulness to his ‘glam grandad’ vibe.

We’ve been through a lot in the last 10 years. The evolution of Harry Styles’ hair is a remarkable one. This trip down memory lane has conjured up a few thoughts and questions in my mind. Mostly that of; will long-hair Harry ever make a return? What shampoo does he use? And most importantly, what hairstyle will he have at our wedding? 1st June 2021. Add it to the calendar, ladies.