The Hair Turban in British Fashion: Reading the Shape and Its History
Explore turban-style hats and wrapped scarves in British fashion, from portraiture and wartime workwear to vintage identification, styling and care.
Read MoreExplore turban-style hats and wrapped scarves in British fashion, from portraiture and wartime workwear to vintage identification, styling and care.
Read MoreChoose vintage hair accessories for fit, construction and wearability, with practical tips for second-hand shopping, storage and care.
Read MoreLearn what to check on a vintage barrette, from its clasp and construction to wear, materials and provenance, before buying or dating a piece.
Read MoreExplore vintage hair scarf shapes, what to check when buying an older square, and ways to tie, style and care for delicate fabric.
Read MoreLook beyond the sparkle of vintage hair clips: examine fastenings, materials and repairs, then wear and store delicate embellishments with care.
Read MoreA closer look at Edwardian hairpins, ornaments and hatpins: how they were worn, what their materials reveal, and how to choose and care for an antique find.
Read MoreHow scarves, pins, nets and hats shaped women’s hairstyles in wartime Britain, plus thoughtful ways to wear vintage-inspired accessories today.
Read MoreLearn when to clean, stitch, store or leave a vintage hair accessory alone, with practical guidance for delicate plastics, metal, stones and fabric.
Read MoreHow to distinguish a tortoiseshell pattern from a material claim, assess a vintage hair comb without damaging it, and care for its history.
Read MorePair vintage combs, bows and slides with everyday outfits, and learn what to check for fit, condition and care before wearing a find.
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