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Category Archives: 1920s
Hair and Beauty Adverts from the 1920s
The majority of adverts from the 1920s use illustrations – even famous faces were most likely drawn. Photography was used occasionally. Some adverts have a lot of narrative, describing in great detail how wonderful their products are and how to … Continue reading
Women’s 1920s Makeup: An Overview
Wearing makeup took off again in the 1920s after years of being in the wilderness. New products came onto the market and cosmetics became more affordable. The love of having a suntan started during the decade and nail varnish entered … Continue reading
Women’s 1920s Hairstyles: An Overview
The Roaring Twenties were book-ended between two global cataclysmic events – the aftermath of World War I, and the financial crash that led to the Great Depression. The Great War had taken many lives, and this shadow cast a desire … Continue reading
Photographs from the 1920s
A selection of photographs showing the different faces of Britain in the 1920s. Handy for the hair and makeup artist working on a period production, showing the styles, hats and headdresses of the day.
