Most notably, CORTIS has basked in the punk resurgence with their fun and spunky style, and leader Martin committed to the bit with a blonde choppy haircut. It’s also a cut Ryding has been rocking since last year, alternating between his punk style off-duty looks and more princely attire. Joe Keery adopted it as well, giving his music alter ego Djo an alternative vibe.
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Chamberlain has been rocking her ashy blonde cut since last September. In her YouTube video, she revealed that her hair was very damaged from continuous coloring and a few mishaps, which led her to prioritize hair health and a style that best fits her. Expressing her desire for a “fun,” “risky,” and “ballsy” haircut, she unveiled her new look. And in the following year, she went even shorter, complete with blunt, wispy bangs, and opted for more out-there styling.
With all the resources available on the internet and a post-COVID mentality, at-home haircuts are not too unusual and very aligned with the punk spirit. A true principle of these recent trends is self-expression, especially to cope or rebel during difficult times with social, political, and economic stressors. As a result, many take matters into their own hands, hoping to reduce spending and also capitalize on the freedom of doing it themselves. “I think people are gravitating towards more DIY to save on money,” Brian O’Connor, hair stylist and Good Dye Young Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer tells Teen Vogue. “For some hair, nails and personal care are priorities but aren’t always within the budget.”
