You (Yes You!) Can Pull off a Pompadour
It's not often we can make a history lesson out of a hairdo, but the pompadour has some pretty impressive lineage—named after French socialite Madame de Pompadour during the 1700s, it's experienced multiple modern-day revivals: The look was worn by men and women throughout the '40s and '50s, it played a key role in early rock 'n' roll (à la Elvis Presley), and resurfaced again during the '80s. With its show-stopping effect, plenty of fashion-forward stars are taking the fun style for a spin. See how these girls are wearing it, and tell us if you'll be sporting a pompadour this summer!
1/8With plenty of volume and oodles of sass, this chic style is all about fun. Ready to have some?
Photo: PR Photos2/8<a href="http://teenvogue.com/about/miley-cyrus/">Miley Cyrus's</a> Trend-Setting 'Do
It may be closely cropped, but Miley's short 'do is big in all the right ways. We love how her bleached strands pair with her naturally brunette eyebrows for extra rock 'n' roll vibes.
Photo: Getty Images3/8<a href=" http://teenvogue.com/about/cara-delevingne/">Cara Delevinge's</a> Pumped-up Plait
No stranger to cutting-edge beauty, Cara makes this simple style all her own with major volume on top. Smoky eyes and her signature full brows complete the edgy-elegant look.
Photo: PR Photos4/8<a href="http://teenvogue.com/about/demi-lovato/">Demi Lovato's</a> Daring Poof
Known for her chic blend of ladylike polish and glamour, Demi leverages a pompadour for some extra oomph. The slicked-back sides create a cool contrast with her swept-up bangs.
Photo: Getty Images5/8<a href="http://teenvogue.com/about/rita-ora/">Rita Ora's</a> Chic Volume
Dark roots? No problem—a not-so-perfect blend of blonde and brunette is totally au courant, and we love how Rita's chic updo shows it off.
Photo: PR Photos6/8<a href="http://teenvogue.com/about/amber-heard/">Amber Heard's</a> Textured Quiff
A matte finish gives the traditional pompadour a modern spin. After your pins are in place, loosen up some strands for a look like Amber's.
Photo: Landov7/8<a href="http://teenvogue.com/about/julianne-hough/">Julianne Hough's</a> Edgy Elegance
Feeling a little asymmetry? A swirly version like Julianne's is the way to go. Simply twist your strands over to one side—bonus points for working exposed bobby pins into the overall look.
Photo: PR Photos8/8<a href="http://teenvogue.com/about/janelle-monae/">Janelle Monae's</a> Perfect Pompadour
We’d be completely remiss if we didn’t include this stylish singer, who rocks the ’do on the daily. Janelle may not have invented the pomp, but she certainly brought it back into the limelight by making it a part of her signature tudo’ed style.
