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Hot Hair: Stars Rock Out in Soft Curls

Tight ringlets, bouncy waves -- curly hair is it!
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By Tia Williams · Updated October 28, 2020
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Whether it’s leggings or blue eyeshadow, style insiders love to mine ’80s styles for trend-spiration. And fall’s newest flashback is big, soft, uber-touchable hair!

Whether they’re referencing Jennifer Beals’ “Flashdance”-era spirals or Jody Watley’s massive “Looking for a Real Love” ringlets — celeb strands are softer and curlier than ever.

From tight ringlets to bouncy curls (ala Raven Symone), here are our favorite superstar spirals, and curl-enhancing products to help you rock the look at home.