Selena Gomez has made significant waves not only with her music and acting career but also with her ever-changing and trend-setting hairstyles. She first entered the limelight as a fresh-faced teenager on Disney Channel’s Wizards of Waverly Place. During these early years, her hair was typically long, dark, and straight, embodying the quintessential girl-next-door look.
As Selena transitioned from a Disney star to a pop sensation, her hairstyles began to reflect her burgeoning personal and artistic identity. Around the time she released her debut album with The Scene, we saw her experimenting with voluminous waves and lighter shades, adding a bit of grunge to her image. Highlights, ombre effects, and beachy waves became staples of her look, showcasing a more mature and adventurous side.
With the release of her album Revival, Selena’s hair took a bold turn. This era marked a significant shift in her public persona, embracing her sensuality and confidence.
In recent years, Selena has frequently opted for shorter styles, including the chic bob and lob. Selena has also embraced her natural hair texture more openly, sporting curly and wavy styles that enhance her effortless beauty.
But now, Selena has shocked fans by embracing a major throwback look, rocking the ultimate 2010s tribute – the humble sock bun. The sock bun was the quintessential hairstyle of the 2010s, perfectly complementing the era’s corporate clubwear and standing out as one of the first viral beauty hacks. If you thought the 2010s were too recent to stage a comeback, think again. Selena Gomez is making a strong case for a revival.
Last week, Gomez was spotted in New York filming her Hulu show, Only Murders In The Building, fresh from her impressive win at the Cannes Film Festival. At Cannes, she took home the Best Actress award for her role in Emilia Pérez. Back in the States, Gomez returned to work on set, sporting a look that would have racked up millions of reblogs on Tumblr.
It doesn’t get more 2010s than that. Her sock bun was nearly perfect, with the iconic twist creating a voluminous effect. Her hair was impeccably smoothed back into the bun, and two delicate strands framed her face, making our middle school selves green with envy.
Unlike the tight ballerina bun, the sock bun offers a more relaxed vibe with its big, bouncy shape. With summer approaching, it’s an ideal style to whip up in a pinch. Plus, there’s no ‘right way’ to wear it, as can be as messy or as polished as you like.
Gomez’s overall look was a blend of costuming and casual chic. She wore a short-sleeved maxi dress in a nearly neon shade of hot pink, complete with furry details. She accessorized with small black sunglasses, tan Ugg slippers, and a laptop, effortlessly merging on-set glamour with off-duty comfort.