Hailey Bieber has revived the zigzag plastic headband that was a staple accessory of the 2000s, appearing in a black version that pulls her hair completely off her face.
The headband kept her hair back while giving the look an original finish. The trend had already reached the Miu Miu runway months earlier, according to the report.
From 2000s staple to the runway
The toothed headband had one of its biggest moments between the late 1990s and early 2000s. David Beckham, Britney Spears, Beyonce, Paris Hilton and the Olsen twins were among those who helped turn it into one of the era's most recognizable accessories.
Miu Miu included the headband in its autumn-winter 2026/2027 collection, where it appeared on the runway alongside loose hairstyles. The brand moved the accessory into luxury territory, creating versions made from metal and leather in place of the cheap plastic originals. This shows how much 2000s nostalgia continues to shape current trends, the report said.
How to wear the zigzag headband now
The key is not trying to copy a hairstyle from 20 years ago exactly. Bieber wears hers with loose hair, pulled completely back from her face, which works well with simple looks by turning a basic accessory into the standout detail.
The headband can also be worn with a low bun or a ponytail. For a more modern result, it is best not to combine it with too many other elements at once, such as straight jeans, a basic t-shirt, sunglasses or a blazer.
The reason for its return, according to the report, is that the headband Bieber wears does not require an elaborate hairstyle. It keeps hair away from the face while turning a simple look into something more original.
