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1920s Hairstyles: Vintage Curls, Bobs & Updos

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Discover 1920s hairstyles from short to long
Discover the best 1920s hairstyles–from short to long

The 1920s represented a turning point in history for women and their hair. “The New Woman” as she was called, cut her hair into a short bob inspired by popular actresses of the time such as Louise Brooks and Colleen Moore. Interestedly enough, some women reportedly went to barber shops to get their hair cut short since female salons were used to styling and curling long hair.

Besides the bob, there were also long hairstyles too. Actress Mary Pickford famously had long curls that were adored by the public and elegant updos were also popular look. Discover a few gorgeous 1920s hairstyles below!

1920s Hairstyles Then on Famous Women

Gloria Swanson was well-known for her love of the draped turban. In the 1920s a hairstyle like this was considered glamorous.
Gloria Swanson was well-known for her love of the draped turban. In the 1920s, a hairstyle such as this delivered pure glamour.
Greta Garbo wore a glam curly hairstyle in the 1920s with a side-part
Greta Garbo wore a glam curly hairstyle in the 1920s with a side-part.
Josephine Baker became famous with her short and slicked down hairstyle.
Josephine Baker became famous with her short and slicked down hairstyle.
Lillian Gish with a long and curly hairstyle in the early 1920s.
Lillian Gish with a long and curly hairstyle in the early 1920s.
Louise Brooks' severe bob hairstyle represents 1920s beauty, and also ushered in a sense of freedom for women.
Louise Brooks’ severe bob hairstyle represents 1920s beauty, and also ushered in a sense of freedom for women.
Actress Mary Pickford became famous for her long curls. When she cut her hair in the late 1920s, her career went on a downturn.
Actress Mary Pickford became famous for her long curls. When she cut her hair in the late 1920s, her career went on a downturn.
Clara Bow, the original
Clara Bow, the original “It Girl” was a famous 1920s silent film era star. Her red curls and bangs were simply iconic.

1920s Hair Now

Singer Demi Lovato channels 1920s hair with a short finge rwave hairstyle.
Singer Demi Lovato channels 1920s hair with a short finger wave hairstyle.
Model Camille Rowe wears a 1920s inspired hairstyle with a short and wavy look.
Model Camille Rowe wears a 1920s inspired hairstyle with a short and wavy look. Photo: Ellen Von Unwerth/Grey Magazine
Actress Lily Collins wore a short bob at a recent event
Actress Lily Collins wore a short bob at a recent event.
Model Coco Rocha cut her hair into a short bob.
Model Coco Rocha cut her hair into a short bob.
Model Sarah Baumann wears short curls in a hair and beauty shoot for Elle Bulgaria. Photo: Conny Kirste.
Model Sarah Baumann wears short curls in a hair and beauty shoot for Elle Bulgaria. Photo: Conny Kirste.
Actress Emma Stone wore a flapper inspired hairstyle at a movie premiere.
Actress Emma Stone wore a 1920s, flapper inspired hairstyle at a movie premiere.

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