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A Visual History of Ancient Hairdos (and Don'ts)
Nov 16, 2015
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The Atlantic
The documented history of hairstyles begins prior to 3200 BC, when braided wigs were in vogue. In this short animation, we've condensed hairstyles from over 50 centuries into a single video. From the chignon of 9th century BC, to horned buns that peaked in the 15th century, hair fashion has always been a significant expression of human creativity. If you liked this short video, be sure to check out The Atlantic's animated history of 20th century hairstyles.
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Author: Jackie Lay
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