Mane moments: Lorde’s hair journey from natural curls to killer red carpet styles
Photo evidence that Lorde can pull off pretty much every hairstyle ever.
Ever since Lorde (real name Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O’Connor) first caught the world’s attention with her signature head of gorgeous curls, she has consistently kept us guessing what her next hairstyle choice will be.
The Melodrama singer has channelled androgynous vibes with slicked back styles, wowed us all with an impressive array of braids, and even taken the plunge by trying shorter hair. She’s provided us with more hair inspo than we could ever dream of and for that, we love her.
So, to see which of her looks we’re most enamoured with, click through the gallery above or just keep on reading.
9 of Lorde’s most memorable hair moments
1. Signature curls
When Lorde first burst onto the scene, before we’d even heard the sound of her voice, we instantly fell in love with her ethereal curls.
Usually spotted wearing her enviable head of hair swept over to one side, giving her a voluminous, windswept effect, we have one question: HOW is it fair that her natural hair looks this good?! Credit: @lordemusic
Editor’s tip: If, like Lorde, you’re blessed with naturally curly hair but you struggle with frizz and definition, get yourself some of the VO5 Curl Defining Mousse ASAP. Scrunch through damp ends after washing, and it will help to separate and hold your curls to give them a more polished, coiled result.
2. Milkmaid braid
We’ll never be royals… but this regal style says otherwise! Trading in her cascading curls for an intricate milkmaid braid for her Tennis Court music video, this look was an instant hit and is still one of her most memorable looks to date.
For a simpler take on the halo braid, find out how you can emulate this surprisingly easy style for your next night out with our step-by-step guide, now. Credit: @lordemusic
3. Slick back hair
From J-Lo to Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, we all know that celebs love a slicked-back hair look. And Ella proved that she can hang with the best of them when she posted the above snap of her rocking this showstopping style.
With her raven locks flowing down her back and sporting a deep berry lip, this look oozed glamour, while staying true to her gothic vibes. Credit: @lordemusic
4. Straight & sleek
Lorde caused shockwaves when she attended the MTV Video Music Awards with her dark hair straightened to perfection.
While it was her curls that first made us fall in love, this is a reminder that trying a new style can completely transform your look without you having to do anything permanent. Credit: @lordemusic
5. Side parted pony
Opting for an androgynous look for the Golden Globes, Lorde paired a tailored pant suit with a pristine, side-parted ponytail with a comb over detail. Don’t let anyone tell you ponytails can’t be glam! Credit: @lordemusic
Editor’s tip: If you’re wondering how you can transform your regular everyday ponytail into something more special, the secret lies in hair serum.
Apply a few drops of the TONI&GUY High Shine Serum Drops to your mane before using a comb to divide your hair into a deep side parting. Pull your lengths into a low pony at the nape of your neck et voila!
6. Shoulder-length cut
Who else remembers the shock when Lorde revealed she had chopped her mermaid lengths into a medium, shoulder-length cut at the CFDA / Vogue Fashion Fund Awards?
Jumping on the short hair bandwagon, this look seems set to stay, as she’s kept her hair this length ever since. Credit: @lordemusic
7. Half French braids
What could be better than a classic French braid? Er, half-up double French braids, obviously.
Lorde shared this unreal selfie on Instagram rocking her short hair in 2 half-up, half-down French braids, with her curls left to do their thing underneath for a soft, tousled finish. Credit: @lordemusic
Editor’s tip: Do you use sea salt spray when doing braids? If not, you should try it!
The TONI&GUY Sea Salt Texturising Spray is perfect for adding texture and grittiness to the hair, which gives your strands something to hold onto as you braid, providing a natural hold.
8. Boxer braids
Thought boxer braids were just for the gym? Joining the likes of Katy Perry and Karlie Kloss with these edgy double braids, Lorde’s on-stage style confirms boxer braids are the ultimate day-to-night style. Credit: @lordemusic
9. Space buns
Lorde often calls herself an alien and what better way to channel those E.T. vibes than donning space buns?!
Rocking these cute-as-a-button double buns backstage, this gives a whole new dimension to the go-to messy bun and is giving us all the lazy sunday hair feels. Credit: @lordemusic
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