Mullets are officially having a fashion moment — and Hudson Williams just made the case impossible to ignore. Not because the look was extreme, but because it was intentionally subtle while still making a statement.
The viral Heated Rivalry star stepped out at the Giorgio Armani show during Milan Fashion Week, channelling understated Euro cool with a cigarette in hand and a polished, undone mullet. The cut felt confident, relaxed, wearable, and undeniably modern.
While men’s fashion week is often slept on compared to its womenswear counterpart, it remains one of the most compelling moments on the global style calendar—especially as the lines between menswear and womenswear continue to blur. In that evolving space, subtle styling choices often carry the most weight, making Williams’ low-key yet intentional mullet feel especially of-the-moment.
And that blurred line is exactly why the mullet feels so relevant right now. No longer confined to gender or subculture, the modern mullet has become a universally accepted silhouette — equally at home on men and women, on the runway and off. Resting closely alongside its sister cut, the shag, both styles celebrate movement, texture, and individuality, and both prove that subtle shifts in shape can still completely transform a look.
Styled for Movement and Ease
The trending style was created by Los Angeles–based celebrity hairstylist Aika Flores, who leaned into Williams’ natural wave while keeping the finish soft, flexible, and camera-ready. Rather than pushing the cut into dramatic territory, the focus was on polished ease—a mullet that felt intentional without ever looking overworked.
“To prep Hudson’s hair for Giorgio Armani, I focused on touchable texture, natural movement/flow, and polished ease,” Flores shared. “Perfectly tousled hair with not one hair out of place. Nothing stiff. Nothing overworked.”
The Exact Products Behind the Look
To achieve the look, Flores relied on a lineup of Redken styling essentials, layering products strategically to enhance what was already there—volume, texture, and softness—without weighing the hair down.
Redken Full Volume Mousse
Flores began with this mousse to build lift and body from root to ends while keeping the hair conditioned and soft. The formula helped maintain fullness and structure — especially important as changing weather can impact natural volume.
How to use: Start with a golf-ball-sized amount, emulsify in palms, and work through roots to ends.
Redken Naked Gloss Lightweight Shine Oil
Next, a lightweight gloss was applied to smooth and hydrate while adding a healthy sheen. The oil protected against heat without weighing the hair down, keeping the finish fluid and natural.
How to use: Begin with one pump, emulsify in hands, and apply from mid-lengths to ends.
Diffuse to Set Texture
With the product already in the hair, Flores diffused on low heat and low power to set texture and volume. This step helped bring out Williams’ natural wave while keeping the hair soft, controlled, and camera-ready.
Redken Brushable Hairspray
For flexible hold, Brushable Hairspray was layered in to set the shape while preserving movement. The hair remained touchable, brushable, and easy—never stiff.
Redken Spray Wax
To finish, Flores used Spray Wax to add subtle texture, separation, and dimension. The satin-matte finish gave the look just enough edge to read intentional, without sacrificing softness.
Pro tip: Hold pieces exactly where you want them to sit and spray to lock them in place.
Why This Mullet Moment Matters
Williams’ Milan appearance is a reminder that modern grooming is about nuance. As fashion and beauty continue to intersect—and as silhouettes like the mullet and shag move beyond gender—it’s often the most subtle choices that make the strongest impact.
Cover Image Credit: @by.aikaflores
