Mullets: Why It’s Okay That The Worst Hairstyle Ever Came Back
Sometimes life just doesn’t make sense. And one of those times is when mullets made a comeback. Yes, that hair monstrosity has been seen popping up all over in the last 20 years. And I don’t know why. It’s like dating that guy you thought was so awesome when he had his spell on you. And then looking back after your rose-colored glasses came off, shaking your head at your complete lack of judgment. Seriously, it’s the beer goggles of hairstyles.
Why The Comeback Of Mullets Shouldn’t Worry Us
Maybe it will make more sense if we specify that the hairstyle we’re referring to isn’t the same kind of mullet we’re all shuttering at the thought of. The modern mullet isn’t long in the back with shaved or super short hair on the sides. It’s less severe than that.
Popsugar recently reported that the updated version of the hairstyle allows for longer sides and front than its embarrassing predecessor did. Yes, we can all exhale now.
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What I love most about the mullet’s return is that it’s essentially a conversation starter right there on your head. Like the weird knickknack you have on your coffee table that nobody wants to ask about. Just mentioning the return of the mullet got a conversation going in the studio about the original mullet. Specifically about its sex appeal.
The Mullet Of The 80s
And let it be known that the words “mullet” and “sex appeal” should never ever be used in the same sentence. Of course, that’s my opinion. Apparently some people think the original mullet was hot. I don’t agree. Because when I think of the 80’s mullet, I see this guy.
Man with a mullet standing in front of a brick wall. He’s wearing a black t-shirt and is holding his two thumbs up in the air, with an open smile and raised eyebrows on his face. Showing quite clearly that he’s way too excited about his choice of hairstyle.
This guy, we’ll call him Ted, wasn’t the guy you dated the first time the mullet came around. Ted was the guy who did really stupid things but somehow managed to survive. Like jumping off a cliff in the pitch black of night. He was also the guy who showed off how he could spit his gum in the air and catch it again. And still picked it up off the ground to eat it if he missed.
When I think of mullets, I think of Ted. Or this guy, who actually was the champion at last year’s Mulletfest, according to theguardian.com. Yes, apparently the Mulletfest is a real thing.
The Mulletfest 2023 Champion Mitchell white poses for a photograph during the Mulletfest 2023 Grand Final at Hebburn Motorsport Park on December 02, 2023 in the Hunter Valley, Australia. Mulletfest is an event that honours the best “mullet” haircuts in various styles and categories, including “everyday”, “grubby”, “ranga” (red hair), “vintage”, “extreme”, “international” and “junior”.
Unlike Ted, this guy actually looks like he’d be a lot of fun. And will probably take you to the local bar to buy you drinks. Which you will then drink out of the two trophies he just won at Mulletfest.
The Modern Look
The thought of the old school mullet making a comeback is as scary as bringing back parachute pants. It looked like you were wearing a racoon hat without the racoon. The modern look is much less severe and has more appeal. And a lot of them actually look more like a shag cut than anything else. So if you’re asking for the modern look at your next salon appointment, you’d better make darn sure your stylist knows the difference.
