India, Dec. 19 -- 3>The modern mullet

The mullet made a sharp return in 2025, driven by men's grooming loosening its grip on safe haircuts. Jacob Elordi's modern mullet, soft at the crown, longer at the back, went viral and helped reframe the look from novelty to fashion statement. The trend traces back to Gen Z's revival of '70s and '80s countercultural styles, amplified by runways and celebrity style. Unlike its exaggerated predecessors, the 2025 mullet is subtle and wearable.

Brown mascara emerged as a contrast to the ultra-defined jet-black lash looks that dominated in the previous years. Gaining traction in late 2024 and peaking in 2025, it was popularised by Hailey Bieber and other minimal-makeup influencers who leaned into softer...