Skip to main content

Hairdressers Collection (#4)

In the 1930s, hairdressers played a significant role in shaping people's styles and trends

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Tiger won The Champion of Champions at the National Cat show at Olympia in London seen

Tiger won The Champion of Champions at the National Cat show at Olympia in London seen here being groomed by owner Christine Philbrick November 1972

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Animal Dogs Afghan Hound February 1979 Top Dog Khonistan Androcles of Alyshan is

Animal Dogs Afghan Hound February 1979 Top Dog Khonistan Androcles of Alyshan is getting ready for an important appointment. he will be competing at Crufts Show in London

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Sullivan the Lion sit in his cage with his hair in curlers at Knarsborough Zoo in

Sullivan the Lion sit in his cage with his hair in curlers at Knarsborough Zoo in Yorkshire. He has been filming a TV commercial for hair careby the house of Carmen in the UK

Background imageHairdressers Collection: After having a bath, a ferret has his coat blow dried with a hairdryer circa 1980

After having a bath, a ferret has his coat blow dried with a hairdryer circa 1980

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Judy a one year old mongrel went to Andre Bernards hairdressing salon in Liverpool

Judy a one year old mongrel went to Andre Bernards hairdressing salon in Liverpool for a hair-do Our Picture Shows Judy getting a perm with Curlers in her coat and a Towel covering her head

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Chelseas manager Dave Sexton and centre forward Peter Osgood give Dave Webb a short

Chelseas manager Dave Sexton and centre forward Peter Osgood give Dave Webb a short back and sides on their train journey back from Manchester after Chelsea had beaten Leeds in their Cup Final replay

Background imageHairdressers Collection: George Bests reads the paper whilst having his haircut May 1974

George Bests reads the paper whilst having his haircut May 1974

Background imageHairdressers Collection: The pop group The Primitives had their hair cut watched by millions of television

The pop group The Primitives had their hair cut watched by millions of television viewers during the Eamonn Andrews show February 1965

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Haircutting under difficult circumstances in the Newcastle store of Bainbridge & Co

Haircutting under difficult circumstances in the Newcastle store of Bainbridge & Co. during a power cut in 1947

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Women barbers training with cut throat razors, learn how to shave by using balloons

Women barbers training with cut throat razors, learn how to shave by using balloons. December 1958

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Inventions: The Mobile Barber Chair. 1960 A791-003

Inventions: The Mobile Barber Chair. 1960 A791-003

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Inventions: The Mobile Barber Chair. 1960 A791-001

Inventions: The Mobile Barber Chair. 1960 A791-001

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Inventions: The Mobile Barber Chair. 1960 A791-002

Inventions: The Mobile Barber Chair. 1960 A791-002

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Inventions: The Mobile Barber Chair. 1960 A791

Inventions: The Mobile Barber Chair. 1960 A791

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Something for the weekend? Girl model who works in mens hairdressers

Something for the weekend? Girl model who works in mens hairdressers. March 1963 A920-003

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Wig Maker: Josephine Annes hair is made into a wig for Peter Kent

Wig Maker: Josephine Annes hair is made into a wig for Peter Kent. Our picture show how this was completed at Cyrils Gentlemens Hair Salon. February 1958 A635-001

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Barber Shop Humour: Mr. Jim Reid with Billy the Budgie seen here at the barber shop

Barber Shop Humour: Mr. Jim Reid with Billy the Budgie seen here at the barber shop whilst his young friend gets his hair cut. March 1958 A643-001

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Wig Maker: Josephine Annes hair is made into a wig for Peter Kent

Wig Maker: Josephine Annes hair is made into a wig for Peter Kent. Our picture show how this was completed at Cyrils Gentlemens Hair Salon. February 1958 A635-007

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Something for the weekend? Girl model who works in mens hairdressers

Something for the weekend? Girl model who works in mens hairdressers. March 1963 A920-002

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Fred Threlfall under way as barber Mr. Joseph Stafford starts with the electric clipper

Fred Threlfall under way as barber Mr. Joseph Stafford starts with the electric clipper. March 1959

Background imageHairdressers Collection: American middleweight boxer Rubin 'Huricane'Carter having his head shaved

American middleweight boxer Rubin "Huricane"Carter having his head shaved
American middleweight boxer Rubin " Huricane" Carter having his head shaved February 1965

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Mens Barbers Shop: Mr. Thomas the barber seen here having a joke with some of his

Mens Barbers Shop: Mr. Thomas the barber seen here having a joke with some of his customers. Circa 1957

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Barber Shop Humour: Mr. Jim Reid with Billy the Budgie seen here at the barber shop

Barber Shop Humour: Mr. Jim Reid with Billy the Budgie seen here at the barber shop whilst his young friend gets his hair cut. March 1958 A643-013

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Model Linn Yamazaki demostrating the strength of her hair by hanging above rooftops on a

Model Linn Yamazaki demostrating the strength of her hair by hanging above rooftops on a London street by a crane. March 1983 P007937

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Meet Anne Aubrey who is celebrating her 24th birthday with a champagne hair rinse in a

Meet Anne Aubrey who is celebrating her 24th birthday with a champagne hair rinse in a Baker Street Salon. At a cost of 30/- a bottle the hair do was sparkling

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Hair dressers: Barbers: Fred Threlfall has a lather and shave after his hair is cropped

Hair dressers: Barbers: Fred Threlfall has a lather and shave after his hair is cropped by the barber March 1959 P008180

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Hair Fashion Talk. Vidal Sassoons Hair Fashion Talk in the Royal Albert Hall

Hair Fashion Talk. Vidal Sassoons Hair Fashion Talk in the Royal Albert Hall. February 1975 75-00695-003

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Hair Fashion Talk. L / R Bernadette (one eyed wave), Joan Daye (flat top Afro style)

Hair Fashion Talk. L / R Bernadette (one eyed wave), Joan Daye (flat top Afro style)
Hair Fashion Talk. L/R Bernadette (one eyed wave), Joan Daye (flat top Afro style), Liz Batchelor (bob with fringe), with Vidal Sassoon. February 1975 75-00695-002

Background imageHairdressers Collection: The Customer were ready To blow their tops! This well-lathered customer won

The Customer were ready To blow their tops! This well-lathered customer won t breathe a word if barber Angela Norris, of Bexley, Kent, lets the razor slip

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Cricket: Test Match Preview: Australian Team: Australian fast bowler Jeff Thomson gets a

Cricket: Test Match Preview: Australian Team: Australian fast bowler Jeff Thomson gets a quick hair cut from skipper Greg Chappell in preparation for the fourth test which begin on Thursday

Background imageHairdressers Collection: V. I. P. Treatment: Who is the blonde getting the VIP Treatment

V. I. P. Treatment: Who is the blonde getting the VIP Treatment
V.I.P. Treatment: Who is the blonde getting the VIP Treatment

Background imageHairdressers Collection: 'Shampoo'Feature: John of Michael John and Maj-Britt

"Shampoo"Feature: John of Michael John and Maj-Britt
" Shampoo" Feature: John of Michael John and Maj-Britt. John of Michael John, Styling hair with model Maj-Britt at his Albermarle Street, Salon. April 1975 75-1898-016

Background imageHairdressers Collection: 'Shampoo'Film Feature: At private viewing of film 'Shampoo'

"Shampoo"Film Feature: At private viewing of film "Shampoo"
" Shampoo" Film Feature: At private viewing of film " Shampoo" are from left to right: Lynley Godfrey, Edward Beale, Michael, John, Barry Richardson, Dave Andrea, John Frieda

Background imageHairdressers Collection: The Untamed, Angie trims Lindsay Muirs in living room

The Untamed, Angie trims Lindsay Muirs in living room, watched by (Left) Des Mills and (Right)Ron Thomas November 1968

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Hair Fashion Talk. L / R Bernadette (one eyed wave), Joan Daye (flat top Afro style)

Hair Fashion Talk. L / R Bernadette (one eyed wave), Joan Daye (flat top Afro style)
Hair Fashion Talk. L/R Bernadette (one eyed wave), Joan Daye (flat top Afro style), Liz Batchelor (bob with fringe), with Vidal Sassoon. February 1975 75-00695-001

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Hair Fashion Talk. Vidal Sassoons Hair Fashion Talk in the Royal Albert Hall

Hair Fashion Talk. Vidal Sassoons Hair Fashion Talk in the Royal Albert Hall. February 1975 75-00695-004

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Hairdresser Vidal Sassoon and his wife Beverley at Heathrow Airport today

Hairdresser Vidal Sassoon and his wife Beverley at Heathrow Airport today. February 1975 75-00930-001

Background imageHairdressers Collection: The untamed, Angie trims Lindsay Muirs hair, watched by the drummer Des Mills

The untamed, Angie trims Lindsay Muirs hair, watched by the drummer Des Mills(mustache) and bass guitarist Ron Thomas(pinstrip pants) November 1968

Background imageHairdressers Collection: A large crowd of housewives and children gathered outside the Standard Cinema Buildings

A large crowd of housewives and children gathered outside the Standard Cinema Buildings in Tile Hill Lane, Coventry, today

Background imageHairdressers Collection: World War II Women. W. A. A. F. hairdresser seen here shampooing (washing) new recruits hair

World War II Women. W. A. A. F. hairdresser seen here shampooing (washing) new recruits hair
World War II Women. W.A.A.F. hairdresser seen here shampooing (washing) new recruits hair. September 1942 P010221

Background imageHairdressers Collection: The Hairdressing shop where Mr. Jack Crower, Also known as Jack Spot, was found

The Hairdressing shop where Mr. Jack Crower, Also known as Jack Spot, was found. August 1955 P009508

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Barber Shop: Michael Holliday having hair cut at Ronnies of Streatham

Barber Shop: Michael Holliday having hair cut at Ronnies of Streatham. Sidney Hayman, aged 45, of Pullman Court, Streatham

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Vidal Sasson in a suit tailored for him by Michael St. John. April 1968 P009677

Vidal Sasson in a suit tailored for him by Michael St. John. April 1968 P009677

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Barber Shop: Michael Holliday having hair cut at Ronnies of Streatham

Barber Shop: Michael Holliday having hair cut at Ronnies of Streatham. Sidney Hayman, aged 45, of Pullman Court, Streatham

Background imageHairdressers Collection: A ladies hair dressing salon in Eaton-road, West Derby, Liverpool, with a difference

A ladies hair dressing salon in Eaton-road, West Derby, Liverpool, with a difference, run by partners Go-Go girls Ellie Heston 20, of West Derby, and June Kitson, 20, of Huyton, Liverpool

Background imageHairdressers Collection: At an exclusive hairdressers shop called Samson and Delilah

At an exclusive hairdressers shop called Samson and Delilah, in Counduit Street in Londons West End there are four pretty girls with barberous intentions

Background imageHairdressers Collection: Vidal Sassoon and Beverly Adams last night. December 1966 P009678

Vidal Sassoon and Beverly Adams last night. December 1966 P009678

Background imageHairdressers Collection: 22 years old Roland Barrow Oldhams rugby league centre working at his father

22 years old Roland Barrow Oldhams rugby league centre working at his fathers barbers shop in Oldham. October 1953 D6456




For sale as Licensed Images

Choose your image, Select your licence and Download the media

In the 1930s, hairdressers played a significant role in shaping people's styles and trends. From iconic figures like Cathy McGowan getting her hair cut to Lulu having her locks styled, these professionals were at the forefront of fashion. One glimpse into history takes us to the Medical Fund Hairdressing Room on Milton Road around 1910. This establishment provided not only hairstyling services but also contributed to healthcare initiatives—an interesting combination indeed. The name Vidal Sassoon immediately comes to mind when discussing influential hairdressers. His innovative techniques revolutionized the industry and left a lasting impact on hairstyling as we know it today. Another notable figure is Gwendoline Dyer, who owned a renowned hair salon that attracted clients seeking exceptional service and style. Across continents, even in France, Citroen 2CV cars could be spotted parked outside quaint little hair salons—a charming sight that added character to the streets. Hairdressers' talents extended beyond just cutting and styling; they often found themselves judging beauty pageants too. In Middlesbrough circa 1971, a local hairdresser had the honor of being one of Miss Gibraltar's judges—a testament to their expertise in enhancing beauty. Even celebrities sought out skilled hands for their glamorous looks. Olivia de Havilland posed for studio portraits showcasing her impeccable hairstyle—proof that talented they were essential partners in creating stunning visuals. Advertisements from yesteryears give us insight into popular products used by both professionals and individuals alike. Hinde's Hair Curlers caught attention with promises of luscious curls while Emile offered solutions for all your hairstyling needs. Traveling back further in time reveals an intriguing practice: French barbers putting male clients' hair into curling papers as early as 1840—a fascinating technique long forgotten but indicative of how far this craft has evolved over centuries.