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10 Retro Hairstyles That Are Hot Right Now

The Marilyn Monroe pin curls and Brigitte Bardot blowout are back. See how to give a chic update to these retro hairstyles now

by Sharon J. Yi

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Let's play a little game: What comes to mind when you think of the 1920s, 1940s, and 1960s? If you think sleek bobs, pin curls, and bouncy blowouts, then you're just like us: hair-obsessed.

Sure we did great things in those decades, like winning World War II and landing on the moon. But it's the fabulous retro hairstyles that really stick in our heads. The bold geometric haircuts, scarf-tied updos, and finger-waves are timeless -- and to prove it, they're currently making a huge comeback.

Skip ahead to see the best retro hairstyles trending right now.

Just as the '60s color-blocking trend and bug-eyed sunglasses are circling back into our fashion, the Bardot-esque curls and finger-wave updos are getting another go in the limelight -- with some gorgeous updates. Gone are the stiff, helmet-like ringlets and gravity-defying beehives. Instead we have touchable waves, romantic texture, and piecey bangs.

So, try these styles before the trend becomes history (again). We grabbed the most stunning retro hairstyles from Pinterest and asked experts to weigh in on how to wear them without looking like we got caught in a bad time warp. See how to update the prettiest retro styles to look chic and trendy now.

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