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1920s
In the 1920s short bob - cut hairstyles were very popular -
1940s
In the 1940s women seemed to follow their on screen idols. Soft curls at shoulder length and wavy natural styles were very popular. Working women wore their hair in a neat bun often coverd with a head scarf knotted at the front. -
1950s
In the 1950s teasing hair and hairspray become very popular. Women getting their hair permanently curled also become very popular . Men got their hair mostly styled to copy their idols such as Elvis, James Dean and many more. -
1960s
In the 1960s having blonde hair was the in thing. Working older women got their hair styled short so that it could be quickly combed back and held in place with hairspray. Younger girls just wore their hair in a simple pony tail with a flower or ribbon in it. -
1970s
Free long natural hair best describes hairstyles in the 70s. Long fringes and partings were very popular for women. Mens syling become softer with feathered cuts and highlights. -
1980s
Long bob cuts with even curls underneath was a highly favoured style in the 80s. Madonna was a very popular idol for women because of her ever changing hairstyles. -
1990s
In the 90s rachels cut (Jennifer Aniston) off friends hairstyle was very popular the style had a grown out fringe with longer layers framed around the face and highlights. For men shaved hair was very common.
