The BAFTAs 2024 red carpet is in full swing, and as a beauty editor, I’ve been keeping my eye out for any standout makeup or hair trends to try this spring. There have been so many stunning beauty looks this year, from Phoebe Dynevor’s balletcore bun to Naomi Campbell’s sharp smokey eye and Margot Robbie’s 90s updo. However, there is one trend in particular that seems to be all over the red carpet, and it’s so easy to recreate. That’s right, I’m talking about the humble side part. We saw this trend make a comeback last year, and if the EE BAFTA Film Awards are anything to go by, then it’s not going anywhere this season. I’m going to be honest, I always wear my hair in a middle parting and have been very reluctant to change this, but even I’m considering switching things up after admiring all of the red carpet looks.
As you’ll see below, this easy trick makes your hair look so expensive, and can be worn in so many different ways depending on what finish you want to go for. Don’t believe me? I’ve rounded up some of my favourite side-part hairstyles straight from the star-studded carpet, so keep on scrolling to see just how elevated this trend looks…
Celebrities Wearing The Side Part Hair Trend At The 2024 BAFTAs:
1. Dua Lipa
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Dua Lipa styled her side part with big, bouncy curls which is giving me glam, old Hollywood vibes.
2. Sabrina Elba
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For a more modern take, opt for a slicked-back style like Sabrina Elba.
3. Carey Mulligan
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Of course this parting also looks amazing with a bob hairstyle.
4. Lily Collins
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More old Hollywood vibes from Lily Collins.
5. Florence Pugh
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Florence Pugh’s wet-look side parting is so cool.
6. Ayo Edebiri
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See how elevated it makes a bob look?
7. Rosamund Pike
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Ok, wet-look hair is definitely another trend to keep an eye on this spring.
Products You Need For A Side Part:
GHD
The Sectioner Tail Hair Comb
To get that sharp side part, divide the hair with a comb like this one from GHD.
Hair by Sam McKnight
Self Control Styling Gel
Then, use a styling gel for that slicked-back look.
BaByliss
Thermo-Ceramic Rollers
For retro waves, you can’t go wrong with rollers.
A side part looks amazing with curly hair. Simply dry with a diffuser and add a curl cream of your choice.
Wet-look hair is everywhere, and makes your side part look so expensive. This hair gloss from Ouai will help give that glossy shine.