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1850s Hairstyle For Day Or Evening

1850s hairstyle, curls, day cap

In the 1840s to 1850s, a lady would often twist her hair into a bun, while the front section of hair was sometimes curled (‘spaniel curls‘). This hairstyle could be worn during the day (here the ringlets can be seen under the bonnet of the visiting lady on the right) or as ball hairstyle. Here are three more photographs of ladies wearing this hairstyle during the day (1840s, 1840-50s, 1850s). Continue reading 1850s Hairstyle For Day Or Evening