An Animated History of Distinctive Hairstyles Representing Specific Time Periods Within the 20th Century

The Atlantic has created an interesting animated history of distinctive hairstyles representing specific time periods within the 20th century for both men and women. It’s interesting to note that many of these hairstyles first were made famous by celebrities of the time.

The history of hairstyles in the 20th century is a lively one, from the Gibson Girl’s chignon to the conk, which was worn by musicians like Sam Cooke in the 1920s, to Lucille Ball’s poodle cut, and of course, feathered hair made famous by Farrah Fawcett. It was a century of fast-paced fashions, made memorable by the identities showcased by hairstyle.