A chignon usually starts with a ponytail and is rolled under in the back. Diane is sporting one at the 4th Annual Behind the Camera Awards in Hollywood.
Diane Kruger
This is a vintage 1920's wavy bob:
Charlize Theron
This would be a beautiful look for a holiday party and would be possible to do with long hair if the back was put up in an updo. Shorter layers would be necessary near the front for the bob look. Charlize has crimped waves here which was ever so popular back in the roaring 20s. She is poised here at AFI FEST 2009 "The Road" Premiere.
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Back in the day when men were back from WWII, a date with a girl might have been a simple picnic.
1940's Picnic
A drive out to country, a blanket spread on the ground, a thermos, dishes, and lunch food make up a lovely warm afternoon outing. The young lady poses for the camera while sitting on the edge of the blanket with their transportation in the background, which happens to be a vintage car. The woman is wearing her hair pulled back and held there with a bow. She has very short bangs that are curled under and she is wearing glasses. Her white blouse has full baby doll sleeves with ruffles and eyelet around the collar and scoop neck. She is wearing shorts with a high waist.
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Up to date and modern interpretation of a vintage 1940s hairstyle:
modern victory rolls
Lots of strong hold hair gel and spray would help to hold the shape of these large rolls that decorate the top portion of this blonde partial updo. Covered bobby pins are a must to secure the curls into place. The back section is left long and and slightly curled. Check here for more information on victory rolls. Click here for help with how to vintage styling.
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Here is a nice example of how men and women dressed and wore their hair for an evening out.
1950's couple
This woman has short softly curled locks that are styled above the ears on the sides while the rear is longer and comes down to the collar. She is wearing a vintage dress with a simple strand of pearls. Her husband is wearing a black suit and white shirt and has slicked back hair.
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