1600s hairstyles

I grew a bit tired of reading about the 18th century and took a little break into the 17th instead. It is one of my favourite periods, and I think it is a pity that it isn't better loved. This is meant as an overview over makeup and hairstyles, which means that there are things I don't mention. The focus is on European upper class ladies, the gentlemen will get their own post. I have chosen paintings that are good examples, but also from known beauties, to give a sense of what kind of looks…

Renaissance Hairstyles. Photography; Tim Babiak. Model: Sabrina Lotfi. Male Model: Leslie Hethcox. Makeup and Wigs: Allison Lowery.

17thcenturyhats & hair

16th Century Hair