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Hairstyles and Jewelry 1840, 1850, 1860, 1870, 1880, 1890, 1900, 1910, 1920 1840
1840
From the movie "Young Victoria"
1840 - 1856 narrow long brim close to the face.
1846 brooch hair bun high on the head.
1846 variations, side part and ringlets. pearls, earrings and bow.
1847 Clarke sisters Side hair rolled under. Hair rolled lower on the back of the head. pierced ears, large brooch on crisscross ribbon
1847
She has a braid wrapped around her bun.
1849 Earrings, brooch's, crosses on chains
1850
1850 Susan B. Anthony still wearing last years fashions, don't forget fashion trends over lap decades. Paisley shawl, the little collar were being replace by the wider white lace collar.
1857 Louisa May Alcott age 25, so not just the older women liked this do.
1851
By 1850s the bonnet brim was shorter and exposed the face more. Bonnets were worn by women and young girls wore hats.
1856 Elizabeth Cady Stanton and her daughter Harriet.
1857
1860
Anne Surrat
By the mid 60s bonnets changed shape. 1864
1869
1870
1880
1880 Look at this close up of of a late 1880s photograph with a woman's hair up in what we call now "the French twist". I guess there is just so much you can do, casual hairstyles don't seem to change much
1880 finger waves and hairpieces
1880 curly bangs
1900 Photo Dating Notes: Barrel curls Bologna curls Ringlets Finger waves
1900
Marie Studholme
ringlets
1900 -1914
Gibson Girls hairstyles great variations depending on how thick the hair
1910 head bands
1900 - 1920's Big hair bows, bangs cut straight across forehead and strap shoes currently being called Mary Janes, all are of the
1911 my father bangs cut across the forehead boy with a dress white stockings button boots
Known date 1925 my mother grandmother and great grandmother Photo Dating Notes: Big Bows and hair cut straight across the forehead "bangs" were popular in the 1900 - 1920's. Dresses were straight with the waist line dropped to the hips and mid-calf lengths.
Even the adults wore the strap shoes (Mary Janes) seen here in both photos.
More reading, resources:
1930s
Bonnie Parker from the famous "Bonnie and Clyde" sporting a beret cocked to one side, finger waves and high heel version of Mary Jane shoes
Parasols are found in photographs as props and are not much help for photo dating purposes yet, we'll research eventually. They are beautiful images just the same..1920s enjoyed parasols too.
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Photo Dating Notes: estimate 1870 - 1880 hair pieces popular, chunky chains close up of similar chunky chain, different style same concept.
The information on this topic came from "The History Buff Articles" Titled "Wallpaper manufacturing in the 1860's" by R.J. Brown. This is an example of researching any item found in your photograph to pin down a date. Surprise! this cabin had wallpaper in it. Wallpaper in this era would fit into one of three general design patterns: floral, geometric (scrolls, diamond shapes, stripes, etc.) and scenic which fell into two subcategories; wall murals comprised of full-wall scenes like a forest and small scenes perhaps two or three across and then stacked along the roll.
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The short period, known as the Belle Époque, encompassed the reign of King Edward VIII, 1901 to 1910, the son of Queen Victoria, who was already 56, when he succeeded to the throne. In contrast to Victoria's era of restraint, Edward VIII is known for ruling during a time of extravagance and sophistication. Much like when Diana, Princess of Wales, captured the publics imagination and prevailed as a style-setter, Edward's wife, Alexandra, Princess of Wales, defined style for her era. Total femininity was the era's ideal and handmade lace, silk, embroidery and feathers were the fashion choice of high society. Complimenting the look, the jewelry emphasized diamonds made to appear as fine and delicate as possible. These exquisite pieces are considered to be among the finest jewelry every made. Improved setting and diamond cutting techniques, spearheaded by firms such as Cartier and Tiffany, were initiated during the Art Nouveau period which immediately preceded and overlapped the Edwardian period. Although this was just the beginning of the gemstone cutting progress that would be made during the Art Deco period, Edwardian jewelry capitalized on the design opportunities offered by such dramatic new cuts as the pear shape as well as the technology that allowed for invisible diamond settings. Platinum was the choice for these settings which extended and enhanced the brilliance and whiteness of the diamonds. Actually, extensive use of platinum characterized the Edwardian period. Skilled designers, understanding and taking advantage of the unique strength of platinum, were able to fabricate jewelry that was extremely thin and lightweight. These masterpieces of engineering included the era's famous lace-look pieces which showcased open work designs and scalloped patterned edges. Also popular was the mill grained setting, which gained its name from the tiny grains or beads that were created when the thin bead of metal that secured the stone was ridged and textured. This setting technique resulted in an almost invisible rim around a diamond. Another Edwardian setting technique utilized knife edge wires, thin blades of metal with the sharp edge facing upwards, so that the metal was barely visible. Edwardian jewelers reinterpreted the Victorian era bow, creating theirs in platinum with a honeycomb pattern of fine mesh. The era's distinctive delicate style was also reflected in rings, pendants and brooches. Dress necklines dictated neck ornaments of varying lengths with the "Suitor" necklace and the "Negligee" pendant uniquely Edwardian choices. The Suitor was a long necklace of either pearls or a fine chain which ended in a tassel. The Negligee pendant featured two drops of unequal length hanging from either another stone or a thin chain. Although this was a time when wealth was openly displayed and grand jewelry was in demand, less expensive pieces of great beauty were also enjoyed. Gypsy rings were in demand by both men and women. Bar pins were also popular. Other favorite jewelry items included gold chain bracelets set with turquoise and pearls as well as half hoop bangles set with pearls, diamonds or other stones and snake rings.
1860-1914 This jewelry is called Chatelaines. It is basically a medallion hooked onto a belt and the end of each chain you would attach objects you would want handy. I would want my hand-fan and glasses and maybe some lip color or rouge, a locket and watch. If you were a seamstress you may want scissors, a thimble or measuring tool. Housekeepers would use them for the keys to each room in the house.
Close up: watch or locket key shoe hook stamp box perfume
Hairstyles - Early 1900- 1930's
1880s Victorian's were big on hair pieces.
Facial Hair Timeline Table in the United States Photographs of the U.S. Presidents are a good source for the latest fashions of their era. Lots of information here, the highlighted items helps as visual aide spotting trends in facial hair as well as men's fashion. This is a good place to check out lapels, ties, glasses, hair, etc. *N/H = no facial hair, including sideburns Full beard includes: sideburns, chin, mustache |
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