Vintage Hairstyles - Retro Hair

Vintage Hair Q&A
Questions and answers about vintage hair and anything related to retro hairstyles. Read the questions submitted by others and ask your own questions about vintage hair. We will do our best to provide answers! More...

World War One Era Hairstyles
These pictures take us on a walk down memory lane. We progress through the World War One era, and see firsthand how the hairstyles changed during times of war and famine, with information snippets of WWI history in between. More...

1920s Hairstyles
Some of us can only imagine and try to reflect on what things must have been like in the 1920s and what a stylish flapper looked like. We've seen pictures and movies, but how much do they really tell you? Let's take a closer look at the haircuts of the twenties. More...

1920s Inspired Hairstyles by Sanrizz
Bold haircuts inspired by the 1920s 'Cigarette Girls'. Celebrating the revival of true classics, with a reinvented neo-geo style. The collection features precision cutting techniques, sculpted bobs with sleek and sophisticated styling, giving it an androgynous feel. More...

1930s Hairstyles
Hairstyles remained close to the head with deep-set finger waves. Some were parted in the center, while others on the side. Around 1932, styles began to soften as waves became more prominent, and a hint of volume emerged. More...

1940s Hairstyles and Fashion
When reflecting on this era, visions of glamour immediately come to mind. Indeed, Hollywood portrayed the 1940s as a period of intense romance and allure. However, beneath the surface of passion and enchantment, the decade was marked by considerable turbulence. More...

1950s Hairstyles
Housewives were wearing their hair shorter and shorter. When they wore their hair dos down, they were very similar to the famous actress June Allyson and her lovely smooth pageboy and short-cropped bangs that framed her forehead. More...

1960s Hairstyles
The bubble, otherwise known as the bouffant hairstyle, came into fashion. The hair was clipped shorter at the bottom and became longer as you worked your way up. The longest section was at the crown for added height. Everyone wanted added height in the 1960s More...

1980s Hairstyles
Women's hairstyles in the 1980s were influenced by a variety of trends, including power suits, primetime dramas, and musical culture. The majority of hairstyles at this time emphasized volume and size, in keeping with the decade's concern with wealth and influence. More...

1980s Short Hairstyles
A trip down memory lane to the vibrant 1980s! Photos of iconic short hairstyles from this exciting decade. From bold pixie cuts to cute bobs, each hairstyle perfectly captures the spirit of the '80s with its own unique charm and attitude. More...

1980s Medium-length Hairstyles
Step back in time to the fabulous 1980s! Check out photos featuring iconic hairstyles for medium-length hair from this exciting decade. From feathered layers to bold perms, each hairstyle reflects the spirit of the era with its own unique style. More...

1980s Long Hairstyles
Explore the colorful 1980s! These awesome photos feature iconic hairstyles for long hair from this unforgettable decade. From big curls to sleek, teased locks, each hairstyle tells a story of bold experimentation and personal style. More...

1980s Updos
Take a trip back to the glamorous 1980s with these photos of stunning updos! From big bouffants to fancy braids, this photo gallery shows off the iconic updos that were all the rage during this bold hair fashion era. More...

History of the Bob
The origin of this timeless, simple, and minimalist cut goes far back in history. Nowadays, the bob is ubiquitous in our society. It remains synonymous with refinement and the desire to be fashionable. he bob can be short, long, thinned out, tousled, with bangs, or asymmetrical. More...

Vintage Hair Commercials - Videos
Watch videos and learn about hair products from the past and how they were advertised on television. These hair commercials offer interesting insights into shampoos, gels, hair colors, hair sprays, and more from earlier times. A great source for vintage hairstyles as well! More...

Vintage Hair Ads
A collection of hair advertisements from old hair and fashion magazines. Retro advertising for hair care products. Old ads for Firm N' Gentle Wave, Wavecrepe, Roux Hair Color Shampoo, Roux Fanci-Full, La Maur Bone Marrow, ... More...

The Warm Iron Pin Curl
How to create 1940s pin curls with the original warm iron technique. The finished effect is similar to a croquignole marcel wave, yet the method is simple and speedy to execute. Since drying time is eliminated, a complete head can be turned out in less than an hour. More...

Japanese Beauty Trends Transition in Heisei Era
Japan's Emperor Akihito abdicated, and his abdication marked the end of the Heisei era and the start of the Reiwa era. Shiseido has appointed a model to depict changing trends across 30 years of Heisei from a beauty perspective by utilizing findings in its long-term trend research. More...

Books about Vintage Hairstyles
A selection of books about retro hair and vintage hairstyles. "Vintage Hair Styles of the 1940s: A Practical Guide", "Vintage Hairstyling: Retro Styles with Step-by-Step Techniques", "An Illustrated History of Hairstyles 1830-1930", "Create Vintage-Inspired Wedding Hairstyles", ... More...

How to do a Great Gatsby Style on a Short Angled Bob
Illustrated tutorial showing how to style a short angled bob into a Great Gatsby look. Start with the first side of the model’s head. Use the sharp end of your tail comb and draw a two-inch section vertically from behind the ear toward the temple of the model. More...

How to do a Modified Vintage French Roll
Tutorial for a modified vintage French roll. This is an easy to create up-style that suits most face shapes. A shiny and seamless surface contributes to the overall aesthetic pleasure of the combined French roll and rolled bangs. More...

How to do a Three Roll Vintage Up-Style
This is a vintage up-style with a large hair accessory with lace that covers almost the entire plane of the side of the French roll. The lace covering a part of the face adds that enigmatic element, while steadfastly maintaining the feeling of elegance and flair. More...

How to Make an Up-Style with Vintage Pin-up rolls
Step-by-step for an updo with vintage pin-up rolls. The silhouette from the side and back is balanced. The curls at the back are long enough to cascade down the model's shoulders, while a hair accessory at the back adds a bit of spark to the back view. More...

Eighties Feathering and Short Haircuts
The short haircuts in the eighties were a sight to behold. The clippers were used liberally as the backs were clipped up and close to the napes of the necks. Some hairstyles featured necklines carved in an arch, with a slight, subtle point on each side of the neck. More...

Evolution Revolution: 70s and 80s Hair
I am a child of the 70s and I have seen a lot of change happen. One of those being the different hairstyles from year to year. I don't know how we kept up, but if you look back to the 1970s and forward, you will see the most distinctive hairdos to ever be created. More...

Mack: Neo Vintage
Mack offers a new treasure trove of gems, showcasing silky smooth lines, deep-set finger waves reminiscent of a bygone era, bulbous bangs evoking a forties style, and masses of chaotic curls that stir the air into an inspiring whirl of sophistication and nostalgia. More...

Matthieu Aussel: French Retro Styles
Inspired by the feminine looks of the 1940s, Matthieu Aussel presents his collection for fashionistas of today. Elaborate up-dos are rolled, curved, pinned, netted, and decorated with retro accessories. The styles are elegant, unique, and highly sophisticated. More...

The History of Hair Color
Through the centuries the color of the hair has been deemed important in varying eras and the meaning attached to the colors changed as time moved forward. There have been specific eras in which red hair carried social significance, while in others, blondes were more important. More...

111 years of Schwarzkopf
More than 110 years ago, chemist Hans Schwarzkopf ran a small drugstore in Berlin. Today, Schwarzkopf covers all products in the categories of hair coloring, care, and styling. Thanks to its extraordinary growth over the years, Schwarzkopf ranks among the market leaders. More...