Hannah Waddingham Revives the Deep Side Part Trend

Actor Hannah Waddingham sported a sweeping side part at the Variety x Apple TV’s Ted Lasso screening in New York on August 5, 2026, sparking renewed interest in the 2000s Beauty trend.

A Return to Retro Style

The hairstyle, featuring soft, brushed-out waves, is seen as a compelling argument for the return of the deep side part, a style that has divided generations. Gen Z Beauty enthusiasts often recoil at the idea of a side part, while millennials have long championed it since 2007.

A deep side part is an effective way to create the illusion of fuller hair, particularly for those with finer textures. It instantly boosts volume at the roots and adds movement without weighing down strands, complementing a bouncy bob for an effortlessly polished look.

“A deep side part is one of the easiest ways to create the illusion of thicker, fuller hair, making it particularly flattering for finer textures,” says Lia Mappoura, a Beauty writer at Cosmopolitan UK.

Lia Mappoura is a Beauty Writer at Cosmopolitan UK, with over four years of experience reporting across the brand's print, social, video and digital platforms. She was named The Rising Media Star at the Love Perfume Awards in 2025 for her digital fragrance content.