Collage of 1900 hair trends

hair trends from 1900's

By NicoleD
  • the Gibson Girl

    the Gibson Girl

    the Gibson Girl was created by Charles Dana Gibson. The image of this fictional character started a worldwide hair trend. this hair style was normally worn with a big, elegant hat because it provided a partial flat surface for the hat to sit on
  • Bobbed hair with finger waves

    Bobbed hair with finger waves

    The bobbed hair with finger waves was extremely popular. Louise Brooks, Clare Bow, and Marion Davies, considered the "it girls" started this trend.
  • the victory rolls

    the victory rolls

    Because of the world war, women had to sacrafice their luxery life. This hair style was simple and east to do.
  • The French Twist

    The French Twist

    The French Twist came to the 1950's and represents either a chic and sleek look, a wild and free look, or a soft and seductive look.
  • Beehive

    Beehive

    The beehive required elaborate teasing to become "big hair". This was another big trend in the 1950's.
  • Long and poofy

    Long and poofy

    This was the begging of the hippie movement. Women sported long hair and some, pillbox hats.
  • big and up

    big and up

    The 80's is know for its big hair. Hair was also frizzy and crimpped.
  • long and greasy

    long and greasy

    Kids wanted to have a grunge look by letting their hair down long and greasy.