HAIRSTYLES OF MEN IN 1920s

The much celebrated and sought-after hairstyles of men in roaring 1920s were meant to create a refined, polished and sophisticated appearance with bold and prominent expression. The period was marked by transformations with newfound awareness and independence from the old shackles of society, culture, traditions and moreover religion. The gentlemen in that era had developed a spirit of liberalism or it is more appropriate to say the passion of rebellion as they were feeling tempted to stand up with an urge to be free in their ideas, critical in the approach and courageous enough in their appearance and expression. These feelings reflected in their fashion and hairstyles as the styles developed in that era have been maintaining the influence and following even in this era. Some of the hairstyles of that period could be discussed as;

CLASSIC SIDE PART

In this classic style of 1920s, the sides are kept thin and short while the top of the head is kept voluminous with longer hair and an undercut to have clean and clear neck. A clean and definite parting is carved deeper as the hair on top are combed diagonally backward. The sleek and aesthetic appearance speaks volume about polished and refined expression emphasizing strong facial structure. The style is given a glossy and shiny finish with the addition of some products.

HOW TO GET CLASSIC SIDE PART HAIRSTYLE?

The glossy shine is achieved by means of heavy oil-based products such as pomade or brilliantine. A fine comb is used to ensure slick down appearance for flat and clean look. The pomade is used in layers to have a complete hold and defined gloss.

MIDDLE PART HAIRSTYLE

Men’s middle part hairstyle of 1920s was characterized by a clear and well-defined center parting ensured through the application of pomade or brilliantine. The smooth and refined look was given by combing the hair down on both the sides of the parting. The layers of the hair were smoothened by following the curves of the head. The hairstyle was very popular among the gentlemen of the era as it ensured gloss and shine with a luminous finish. The hair is kept short on the sides and back while top has the longer hair for clean-cut and natural appearance.

HOW TO GET MIDDLE PART HAIRSTYLE?

The middle part hairstyle is achieved by applying a styling product like a pomade or brilliantine to bring a sleek and shiny finish. A fine-toothed comb is used to smoothen the hair from top to the sides and back.

BUZZ CUT

In 1920s, the buzz cut was a daring choice of the gentlemen as the hairstyle was easier to maintain than the most celebrated styles of the era. As the sports like boxing and swimming became popular, the buzz hairstyle was the preferred choice of the athletes. The haircut was also popular among the manual laborers as it presented a streamlined setting. This short and edgy style developed into the most celebrated military cuts of the World War II. The popularity of the buzz cut remained a craze in jazz age. In this style, the hair is grown long enough on the crown for slicking back and the sides are shaved completely or partially. The top is covered with five to seven inches of the hair and sideburns are finely trimmed.

HOW TO GET BUZZ CUT HAIRSTYLE?

The short and clipped hairstyle is characterized by growth of fairly long hair at the crown which is neatly combed and slicked back with oil-based products like pomade and brilliantine.

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VINTAGE COMB OVER

The vintage comb over hairstyle gives an easy and relaxed feelings with short hair on the sides and scissor-trimmed back and fairly long at the top. The celebrities in early decades of the 20^th century preferred to keep side parts and used to comb the hair from forehead to the back for giving refined dimensions. Some people chose the fine, gleaming and naturally carved part however, some preferred to have a definitive and vivid part for achieving a structured look. The style was popular among a wide range of people from actors to gangsters at that time.

HOW TO ACHIEVE VINTAGE COMB OVER HAIRSTYLE?

This smooth, gleamy side parted hairstyle is achieved by means of oil-based pomade for having neat, shiny and debonair appearance. A thickening tonic can also be used for matte finish.

ANGULAR SLICK BACK

The angular slick back hairstyle with a hard and definitive part characterized by a prominent severance between the top and the sides. The part at a little over the extreme edge allows the hair to sweep crossing over the whole crown making a sharp angle towards the back. The fascinating and gleamy hairstyle provides a sleek and refined look. The clean and vivid lines are created with close trimming on the sides for diverting focus to the top where hair is kept a bit longer.

HOW TO GET ANGULAR SLICK BACK HAIRSTYLE?   

The straight razors are used to make fine and sharp lines and contours at the scalp. A thickening or gel is used to keep a strong hold while pomade is applied through the hair distributing it evenly with the fingers or wide-toothed comb. A dryer on a medium heat is directed to the hair and a finish is done with a cold blast.

WAVY HARD SIDE PART

The wavy hard side part hairstyle is marked by a fine cut to have uniform length across the back and sides and the hair is kept slightly longer at the top as the style is made by combing hair into a side part. The hairstyle offers a smooth, straight and streamlined appearance giving a textured and youthful gleam. The top is styled into waves with a lot of work out. The hairstyle gives a polished and mature look having a part to the side and slick down.

HOW TO GET WAVY HARD SIDE PART HAIRSTYLE?

The hairstyle gets a polished look by means of a greasy pomade that helps in creating a smooth and shiny finish. The longer top is brushed or combed backward and an extra product is applied to control flyaways and bring added luster.

HOW TO ACHIEVE GANGSTER HAIRCUT?

The overall appearance of this hairstyle is marked by accessories such as three-piece dark and striped suit in heavy fabric, fedora hat, clips, collar pins and well-groomed but short haircut.

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