The expression,"a woman’s crowning glory" had its origins dating back to the Victorian Period.But ironically,women's hair during this era of romance and feminine mystery was often severely damaged from the relentless use of hot irons.Hair became scorched and often had an unpleasant odor that had to be masked with heavy perfumes.It was not uncommon to have ones hair reduced to a wool-like texture.Hair was never cut except in cases of serious illness.The simplicity of the smooth,center-parted styles

The expression,"a woman’s crowning glory" had its origins dating back to the Victorian Period.But ironically,women's hair during this era of romance and feminine mystery was often severely damaged from the relentless use of hot irons.Hair became scorched and often had an unpleasant odor that had to be masked with heavy perfumes.It was not uncommon to have ones hair reduced to a wool-like texture.Hair was never cut except in cases of serious illness.The simplicity of the smooth,center-parted styles

worn by women in the Victorian era lasted until the 1870s,when the Parisian hairdresser M.Grateau created a new,natural-looking wave by turning a curling iron upside down.Curly hair was meant to indicate a sweeter temperament,while straight-haired girls were considered reserved or even awkward.A woman's hair was profoundly important to the overall effect she was able to make.Reaching the age when the hair could be put up was a rite of passage in her life,and often there were several interim stages

worn by women in the Victorian era lasted until the 1870s,when the Parisian hairdresser M.Grateau created a new,natural-looking wave by turning a curling iron upside down.Curly hair was meant to indicate a sweeter temperament,while straight-haired girls were considered reserved or even awkward.A woman's hair was profoundly important to the overall effect she was able to make.Reaching the age when the hair could be put up was a rite of passage in her life,and often there were several interim stages

Claudia says:
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(¨`•.•´¨)¸.•´What an adorable photo!
.`•.¸.•´ Such a lovely vintage look page! It is PRECIOUS! What interesting information about hair styles. I loved reading about it. Thank you for posting your gorgeous page in the FRIENDS' GROUP. All my love
(¸.•´ (¸.•´ .•´(¸¸.•¨¯`*Claudia

Mar 21, 2012

Jacqueline7of7 says:
Beautiful as always
Feb 27, 2012

inkyD says:
A beautifully scrapped image Rose-Marie and fascinating information on the history of that saying. I recall my grandmother saying it to me when I was a young girl, my hair was very long, as was hers. She remained entrenched in Victorian values and clothing style until her death. A gorgeous page and layout my friend x
Feb 27, 2012

sugarpops says:
Beautiful photo and page xxxx
Feb 24, 2012

Erie Scrapper says:
Such a lovely page...and that is really interesting info
Feb 24, 2012

gintercedes4u says:
Interesting reading about hair styles which can definitely change the way we feel about ourselves as well the image we wish to portray. This young girl's style is definitely innocently romantic! love the page!
Feb 24, 2012

woodnymph says:
Gorgeous lovely page xxx
Feb 24, 2012

Melx Kyleca says:
Gorgeous loving it magic great :-}
Feb 24, 2012

Lavender Passion says:
Beautiful photo and lovely vintage look page! God Bless!
Feb 24, 2012

Albinus says:
gorgeous..:)
Feb 24, 2012