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Historical Wig Styling: Victorian to the Present
The Focal Press Costume Topics Series
By (author)
Allison Lowery
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Synopsis
Let Historical Wig Styling be your guide to creating beautiful, historically accurate hairstyles for your productions and events. Chapters begin with artwork of historic figures that influenced the look of each period. Detailed step-by-step instructions explain how to create their iconic hairstyles, illustrated by photographs showing the finished look from every angle.
This volume covers hairstyles from the Victorian era through the contemporary styles of today. Learn how to create hairstyles worn by
-Victorian men and women
-Gibson Girls
-1920s Flappers
-1940s Pinup girls
-1960s ladies
-Geishas
-and so many more!
You'll also learn about the necessary supplies and styling products needed to create the perfect coif, tips for proper wig handling, and basic styling techniques useful when working with wigs or real hair. Give your production the look of authenticity with tips from this gorgeous wig styling guide! New & Used
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What Reviewers Are Saying
'It is the perfect addition to the collection of any wig styling enthusiast. It is an in-depth, focused approach to wig styling, printed 100 percent in color and presented in a beautiful binding. The book has a very conversational tone and easy-to-follow instructions that make it accessible for a variety of professions and skill levels. It is truly a gem for a burgeoning or experienced wig stylist...This is certainly a book to purchase purely for the thorough photographic instructions, beautiful printing, and practical binding. Historical Wig Styling will teach new techniques to beginning stylists and enhance the knowledge of the more experienced. As Lowery puts it, this book is for anyone "looking to create unique and elaborate hairstyles," which is exactly what you will crave after seeing it.' Erika (Grayson) Guay, Theatre Design & Technology