Then: Something as radical as shaving half of your head fit in perfectly with the style sentiment of the 1980s and ’90s. By buzzing only one side of their heads, the gals of Salt-n-Pepa, Lisa Lisa, and Cyndi Lauper showed the world they were as tough as the boys, but still feminine at the same time.

Now: From Rihanna and model/singer Cassie to “Project Runway” season 9 winner Anya Ayong-Chee, celebs are taking the plunge and rocking this asymmetrical look. But the half shaved style isn’t only for the celebs. With girls dying the tips of their hair pink and experimenting with crazy nail art, this look isn’t as far out there as it once was. It’s even become accepted in some workplaces. Who would’ve thought?