Stylist Collection (#2)

Vegetable hair stylist, London -- a cabbage leaf, tomato and egg creation, with Brussels sprouts earrings. Date: 1960s

Girl on a Stile 1930S
The stylist! A little girl, who has been picking wild flowers, pauses for contemplation on a rustic stile. A peaceful summer scene in the Cheshire woods. Date: 1930s

Tatler front cover - Life in the lunch hour
Front cover of The Tatler in 1960 featuring a young woman under the dryer in a hairdressing salon, Simon of Knightsbridge, where they guaranteed a hairdo in under an hour

les Metiers, published by Jean Leblond I (c. 1590 / 1594 - 1666), c. 1632-1635 (etching)
XJF872809 les Metiers, published by Jean Leblond I (c.1590/1594 - 1666), c.1632-1635 (etching) by Bosse, Abraham (1602-76); Private Collection; (add.info.: The barber)

Le Bon Genre - Les Titus et les caches-folie, 1812 (etching)
XJF869683 Le Bon Genre - Les Titus et les caches-folie, 1812 (etching) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: published in Paris by Pierre La MesangAšre.); French

Le Bon Genre - La Toilette Chinoise, 1813 (etching)
XJF869691 Le Bon Genre - La Toilette Chinoise, 1813 (etching) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Princess Marinas hairdresser to help prepare royal bride for her wedding. M Gaude of Paris. November 1934

The Unisphere Hairdo
New York, New York: 1964. Stylist John Fonda puts the finishing touches on The Unisphere Hairdo, on Ecstasy, a featured stripper in the Broadway play, This Was Burlesque

Hairdresser sign, Essaouira, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Clipping a Poodle / Black
A black poodle sits quietly while the stylist completes the finishing touches. Date: 1960s

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Step back in time to the enchanting world of Parisian beauty salons in the 1800s, where skilled stylists crafted intricate hairstyles fit for royalty. From Vidal Sassoon's revolutionary techniques that revolutionized the industry to Gwendoline Dyer's renowned hair salon, these visionaries shaped the art of hairstyling. In a glamorous era filled with intrigue and allure, strip tease card games were all the rage. The theater suit-clad dresser meticulously arranged every strand as Diana Dors prepared for her iconic role at Elstree Studios. Longing for perfection, she entrusted her tresses to only the most talented stylist. Journey across continents to Japan, where stylists pushed boundaries and embraced innovation. In Japan 9, their avant-garde creations defied convention and celebrated individuality. Meanwhile, in Japan 4 and Japan 32, traditional Japanese styles intertwined with modern influences - a harmonious blend of old and new. The spirit of style transcends time; even in the dandyish jacket-clad streets of the swinging sixties, Robin Steadman exuded confidence with his impeccable sense of fashion. His stylistic choices became an embodiment of self-expression during this transformative decade. Fast forward to October 1984 when Melanie embarked on a hair transformation journey under stylist Allan Soh's expert hands. A new perm breathed life into her locks as she discovered newfound confidence through her revamped hairstyle. As we delve deeper into history's archives, we stumble upon "The Toilette of Salome, " a lithograph capturing timeless elegance from c. 1894. This artwork serves as a reminder that throughout centuries past and present alike, stylists have played an integral role in enhancing beauty while preserving tradition. Whether it be within opulent Parisian salons or amidst bustling studios around the globe – from London to Tokyo – stylists continue shaping our perception of beauty one haircut at a time.