Hairstylists in the 18th century

Hair styles in the 18th century, the Rococo period, were an integral part of fashion culture and were
A symbol of high social status and reflected the values ​​of the period: the aspiration to get as close as possible to
To the circle of nobility of the royal court, a status that would probably bring with it influence and wealth.

Hair stylists were considered expert artists, thanks to the complexity of their creations, which reached tens of thousands of dollars.
centimeters, and to create them they needed many tools and decorations:

From stylists' assistants, ladders, wigs, ponytail hair extensions, pillows, metal wires,
Beeswax or water with sugar, for fixing the toppings and more.

They used to cover the magnificent creations they created on the heads of noble women with white powder.
which was usually made of flour, to give it a uniform and bright appearance, and to this they added flowers, fruits,
Feathers and jewelry.

The peak of this fashion was at the end of the 18th century, the end of the French Revolution, and the most famous of all.
There was Queen Marie Antoinette. During this period, there was a severe famine and bread shortage in France, and against the backdrop of
This is how the famous sentence was born, which was probably never uttered by Marie Antoinette: "If there is no bread,
Eat cakes;

Jewelry and hair ornaments were an essential part of the aesthetics and fashion of hairstyles of the period. They
Designed to tell a story or convey a message about social status.

The jewelry was made of precious metals set with gemstones such as diamonds, rubies, sapphires,
Emeralds are sometimes decorated with enamel and shaped like flowers, birds, feathers, hearts, stars,
Crowns, patriotic symbols or portraits of loved ones who have passed away.

At particularly grand and festive events, such as a wedding or ball, brooches were also designed as cakes or ships.

The natural flower decorations were chosen according to the seasons and were usually an ornament in girls' hairstyles.
And young women.
The artificial flowers, made of silk or wax fabric, were used for more festive prom hairstyles.

Ostrich feathers were a symbol of elegance and luxury, dyed in bright colors, blue, red and purple and placed
In high hairstyles.

Bows and ribbons made of silk, velvet and/or lace, woven with flowers, pearls and various beads,
Complete the look.

The influence of the elaborate hair ornaments of the 18th century is evident in the pins and hat decorations.
of the following centuries.

At the end of the French Revolution and after, fashion became simpler and the style was romantic.
And more modest.