In 2009 hair styles are exciting, many old styles, but lots of new twists. There is a strong retro influence from the forties, forties haircuts were sleek, well groomed and can be dressed up for added sophistication. The kinks we see in 2009 haircuts are a direct influence from this time, with hitherto bone straight hair getting an added flair by the use of curling tongs to add flips and barrel curls. This adds a new dimension to styles such as the bob, which for some years has been a favourite hairstyle. Last year saw Victoria Beckham shed her bob and bravely go for the extra short chop, but this does not signify the end of the bob, it will remain fashionable throughout 2009 and can still be seen on catwalks around the world, as it is a timeless classic. If a hairstyle is feeling a little tired, 2009 is the year to update it. Updating any hairstyle can easily be achieved with the use of clever layers, adding texture and body to otherwise flat haircuts.
