1940's Hairstyles

1940's Hairstyles

1940's hairstyles were about elegance, sophistication, and yes, Victory Rolls. Many of the looks popular during this decade took hours to achieve, representing ultimate glamor. Find tips, articles, and pictures of 1940's hairstyles here.

There are some looks that never really go out of style. Check out our favorite celebrity retro hairstyles.
Hollywood starlets such as Ava Gardner, Bette Davis, and Joan Crawford embodied the 1940's meticulously-crafted glam.

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Peaches Geldof attends a photocall as the new face of Ultimo at Debenhams on May 27, 2009 in London, England. (Photo by Tim Whitby/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Peaches Geldof (Getty Images) more pics » There's plenty to be said about British celebrity Peaches Geldof , but one thing's for sure: the 20-year-old has a definite sense of style. Sure, she's produced plenty of word vomit about fellow Brit Victoria Beckham 's sense of style, but Peaches is coming into her own, experimenting with hair and makeup looks at the red carpet events she is undoubtedly paid to attend. For a May 27 ... Read Full Story
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2009 Men's Hairstyles are exciting and yet challenging, with many old styles, but added a lots of new twists too. There is a strong retro influence from the forties, fifties and sixties. With razor-cut, this men's layered hairstyle that with strong retro style is never out of fashion. Technorati Tags: Hairstyles Tips , 2009 Men's Hairstyles , Retro Hairstyles Read Full Story
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Click The Images To Read More Wedding Photos - 1940S Wedding Hairstyles A wedding is the ceremony in which two people are united in marriage or a similar institution. Wedding traditions and customs vary greatly between cultures, ethnic groups, religions, countries, and social classes. Most wedding ceremonies involve an exchange of wedding vows by the couple, presentation of a gift (offering, ring(s), symbolic item, flowers, money), and a public proclamation of marriage by an authority figure or leader. Special wedding garments are often worn, and the ceremony is followed by a wedding reception. Music, poetry, prayers or readings from Scripture or literature also may ... Read Full Story
 
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The Hairstyles of the past century, from 1900s all the way through 1980s are still popular. Today’s Hairstyles are much influenced by the 1940s Hairstyles. These are called the Retro Hairstyles. On the red carpet these Retro hairdos are most occasionally seen. Retro evening hairstyles can reasonably kook as elegant as many modern night styles. Short Retro Hairstyle which is a total throwback to the 60s looks gorgeous with a modern twist. A Short Retro Hairstyle like bangs and face framing blend in with the long front layers, and the back is tapered in close to the neck for a tight look suits almost ... Read Full Story
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/12/2008 18:58 GMT The models at Carolina Herrera's Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week exhibition wore elegant updos inspired by 1940's looks.  Each updo was parted on the side, with volume framing the face. Models prepare backstage at the Carolina Herrera Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at The Tent, Bryant Park on September 8, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images North America) Read Full Story
Victory rolls became popular in the late 1940's, and were meant to celebrate the Allies' victory in WWII.

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Victory rolls take a little practice, but once mastered the look is an easy way to add elegance to an evening lookContributor: Sylvia BranchPublished: Nov 01, 2009  
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1920's Hairstyles ---Return to the age of the original bob .






1930's Hairstyles ---Take a cue from the Golden Age of Hollywood.






1940's Hairstyles ---From Rosie the Riveter's bandana curls to the Victory Roll.





1950's Hairstyles ---The fifties were all about the Modern Housewife: the woman who wore red lipstick while cleaning out the stove.




1960's Hairstyles ---Haven't you always wanted a beehive?





1970's Hairstyles ---Everyone needs some disco in their 'do.





1980's Hairstyles --Because hairspray and mullets never go out of fashion.
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