Her "Get Ready With Me" (GRWM) video for the afternoon focused on three core trends that defined the brunette fashion landscape that year: Top Summer Trends 2021 | Fashion Over 40
The "clean" look dominated, focusing on dewy skin, feathered brows, and a brown-toned lip that echoed the earthy fashion palette of the year. Footwear: Grounding the Style
in assessing breast cancer risk and the importance of screening. PubMed Central (PMC) (.gov) Notable Figures
The foundation of the "Big Brunette" trend in 2021 was the hair. It was the antithesis of the flat, matte styles of the early 2010s. The look was characterized by:
: Instead of one solid shade, stylists added multiple ribbons of chocolate, amber, and mocha to create a shimmering, high-end finish.
Large, matte clips became the go-to accessory for effortless updos, highlighting the nape of the neck and the richness of dark tresses.
In the pantheon of pop culture aesthetics, 2021 was a pivotal year. As the world slowly emerged from lockdowns, fashion didn't just return; it roared back with a specific mood. While "Blowout Blonde" often dominates the conversation regarding the "Big Three" hair trends of the early 2020s, the aesthetic carved out a distinct, sophisticated, and highly influential niche in fashion and style content.
In 2021, as in previous and subsequent years, the representation of diverse body types and physical characteristics in media has been a topic of discussion. There's a growing movement towards more inclusive representation in advertising, film, and television, showcasing a broader range of body types, hair colors, and personal styles.