The “Octopus Haircut” is one of the new, emerging trends of 2022. In fact, Allure states that Pinterest predicted the rise of this intriguing blend of 2021 hairstyles on its Pinterest Predicts Report back in December of 2021.
The Evening Standard describes the origin of the Octopus Haircut as an “evolution of the mullet/shag hybrid that dominated 2021.” The Evening Standard also defines the Octopus Haircut as a style that is top-heavy (fuller on the top) with longer layers below.
The trendy haircut is variable and adaptable for some hair types. Refinery 29 claims that the style can be helpful to spice up one-length hair, add the appearance of volume to thinner hair, or lighten denser hair. Nevertheless, Refinery29 does warn those with more coily hair that in order to maintain certain aspects of the Octopus Haircut, heat may be needed.
Moreover, the Octopus Haircut is an interesting addition to the up and coming styles of 2022. It is open to some variability and experimentation depending on hair type. Christina Taylor, hairstylist of Shag!London believes that while she primarily has seen the haircut on straight or wavy hair “any hair type can pull it off” with a more customizable cut.
Overall, whether you want to follow the trends and try out 2022’s Octopus Haircut or stick with your favorite style, find your own confident cut!