Harry Styles' Hair Transformation: From Boyband Curls to Mesmerizing Long Locks
Harry Styles' iconic hair has gone through a remarkable transformation, evolving from his floppy boyband curls to mesmerizingly sexy long locks From 2010 to 2023, witness the captivating journey of his hair evolution
Harry Styles' transition from being a member of a boyband to becoming a successful solo artist has coincided with significant transformations in his hairstyle.
Ever since Styles first appeared on the X Factor UK in 2010, his distinctively curly locks have captivated fans worldwide. As One Direction gained immense popularity, the singer made a deliberate choice to let his hair grow longer. Interestingly, even Taylor Swift seemingly alluded to Styles' "long hair, slicked back" in her 2014 song "Style," a track that is rumored to revolve around their short-lived romance.
During 1D's Where We Are Tour in the same year, Styles had his longest hair ever. Fans were saddened when he decided to cut it short for his Another Man magazine photo shoot in 2016, as they loved his curls.
Since then, the "Watermelon Sugar" singer has been growing out his hair again, although not as long as it was before. He has been sporting a full head of hair for years. However, in November 2023, Styles surprised everyone at U2's Sphere concert in Las Vegas with a shaved head, much to the disappointment of his fans.
Keep scrolling to see Harry’s hair transformation over the years:
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Harry Styles' Hair Evolution: From Floppy Boyband Curls to Sexy Long Locks
Harry Styles' transition from boyband member to solo artist has been accompanied by a significant transformation in his hair. Ever since his debut on X Factor UK in 2010, Styles' distinctive curly locks have captivated fans. As One Direction gained popularity, the singer's hair continued to grow out. In fact, even Taylor Swift seemed to allude to his "long hair, slicked back" on her 2014 track "Style," which is believed to be inspired by their brief romance.
During 1D's Where We Are Tour, Styles had the longest hair he had ever had. However, when he cut it short for his Another Man magazine photo shoot in 2016, fans were saddened by the loss of his curls. Since then, the "Watermelon Sugar" singer has kept growing out his hair, although he has never let it reach shoulder length again. For years, he has sported a full head of hair that catches attention. However, in November 2023, Styles surprised fans at U2's Sphere concert in Las Vegas by showing up with a shaved head, much to their disappointment.
Keep scrolling to see Harry’s hair transformation over the years:
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October 2010
Looking like the cutest school boy, the X Factor finalist wore his curly brown hair in a perfectly on-trend, floppy style.
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November 2011
Rocking a side-swept look, the adorable One Direction band member embraces his big, dark 'do for a GQ Style Carolina Herrera party in London.
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September 2013
Styles wore his voluminous hair in a pompadour so his handsome face was on full display at the Burberry Spring-Summer 2014 fashion show.
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December 2014
Letting his hair grow out, when attending the NRJ Music Awards the English native had lovely locks that reached down to the shoulders of his sharp tux.
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December 2015
Woah baby! The X Factor competitor wore his hair down passed his shoulders for the BBC Music Awards.
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July 2016
Getting in character, the actor was spotted on the set of Dunkirk rocking a throwback cut that's short on the sides and long on the top.
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November 2017
Short and sweet! Styles looked clean cut and sharp with his shortest 'do yet while performing at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show.
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March 2019
The performer lightly gelled his long-ish locks back while inducting Stevie Nicks into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
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February 2020
While performing on the Today Show, the chart-topper paired his stylish pink suit with perfectly tousled curls that you'd just want to run your fingers through.
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June 2020
So long! While isolating during the COVID-19 pandemic, the British stud let his hair grow out long enough to pull up into a clip for runs.
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August 2020
Fully embracing his love for '70s style, the "Sign of the Times" singer was spotted running in Rome rocking a fully grown mustache to go with his long quarantine locks.
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March 2021
Styles’ hair was perfectly coiffed when he attended the Grammy Awards in a plaid blazer.
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May 2022
When Styles took over the Today show stage to celebrate the release of his album Harry’s House, his hair was slicked back as he performed.
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April 2023
After concluding his extended Love on Tour stint, Styles decided to take a much-needed respite. Photographs captured him unwinding in Los Angeles, donning a manbun hairstyle. However, later that year, he surprised everyone by opting for a clean-shaven head.
