For over two decades (almost three if we’re getting technical), Jennifer Aniston has been the go-to celeb for endless hair-spo looks. It was just a few months ago that she got an incredible 00s-style side fringe, and let’s not even get started on ‘The Rachel’ 90s uproar – I could write a whole dissertation professing my love for this iconic sensation.
In Jen’s most recent Instagram post though, which was shared in celebration of finishing filming Murder Mystery 2 in Paris, she debuted a hairstyle we’ve yet to see her rep. Well, not at least for a good few years, anyway. And that is the 90s Pamela Anderson updo.
If you don’t know this hairstyle, firstly, where have you been?! And secondly, you need to 👏get 👏on👏 it👏 because it is spring 2022s biggest ‘do! Let me give you a quick rundown: all you have to do is pile up your hair into a messy bun and let some piece-y strands fall naturally to frame the face for a chic effortless finish. Pam's original style was more often than not styled in curls, but celebs have been rocking the hair straight for a more modern feel.
Even Kim Kardashian has been loving this look as of late, sporting not one, but two Pam-inspired updos. And with Jen adding to the roster with her recent look, I guess you could say the third time’s a charm trend.
The Friends star's classic hair look consists of a choppy cut with face-framing layers. But, we can't forget that Rachel Green actually wore this very same hairstyle in more than a few episodes. We like to think of it as her fashion-buyer-realness lewk.
I guess, just like Ross Gellar, hairstyles always make their way back around into your life...
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Lia Mappoura (she/her) is the Beauty Writer at Cosmopolitan UK, with over four years of experience reporting across the brand's print, social, video and digital platforms. Lia covers everything from emerging trend analysis to viral celebrity hair and makeup moments, making her an expert at spotting the season’s next big beauty look (before it takes over social media feeds).
In 2025, she was named The Rising Media Star at the Love Perfume Awards with The Perfume Shop, recognised for her outstanding digital fragrance content and for building genuine authority within the space. She is passionate about challenging outdated beauty stereotypes, championing inclusive representation in beauty, and educating readers on the trends, products and conversations shaping the industry today. Follow her on Instagram or find her on LinkedIn.
