Beauty and the Brand

50's UP-DO
STYLE WITH VOLUME

Beauty Hair Practical

During our 2nd practical with Lottie we built on the voluminous technique we used in the previous session. 50's hair styling can be applied within beauty editorial and also used for special occasions like weddings or for proms.



The 1950s was a decade known for experimentation with new styles and culture. Following World War II and the austerity years of the post-war period, the 1950s were a time of comparative prosperity, which influenced fashion and the concept of glamour. Hairstylists invented new hairstyles for the wealthy. French hair stylist's took their hair fashion to Hollywood where to glamorous movie stars were introduced to this innovative way of styling.

TECHNIQUE

- Prepping the hair makes styling easier

- After rollers are cooled, removing without pulling the hair

- Pin excess hair up, focus on the tonged sections at the bottom of the head

- Comb sections together, back comb, roll and pin

- Repeat on other side, leaving a gap to allow the structure to be secured

- Pin middle together and close gaps at the side using fixing pins

- Next start with bottom roll of brick work

- Use back combing to soften

- Create soft large pin curls (rose shape) pinning half way down hair so it is not to tight against the head

- Use finishing pins to secure loose hair

- Continue process until all hair is pinned

- Cover gaps with front sections of hair to prevent harsh lines

- Allow top piece of hair to flow backwards

- Use a dressing out comb to close gaps

I have a long way to go with polishing my hair skills up. The preparation of the hair was really successful although I did not achieve to right rose shapes with the hair when creating the pin curls which make up the most part of the style.