Fall has officially arrived and with it comes anticipation for the busiest holiday of the season, namely – Halloween! If you still have no idea what you aredress up this yearIf you want to and don't have a suitable costume, then it's finally time to come up with something cool and original. While history is filled with countless incredible events, it's actually the fashion and hairstyles of the past that have always blown us away. From gorgeous finger waves and bouncy curls to elegant ones70s hairstylesVintage looks are very trendy these days. When it comes to unusual hairstyles and outfits, the Baroque is without a doubt one of the most fascinating eras of all. Whether charming or classic - we will explain to you how you can create a beautiful baroque hairstyle yourself and attract everyone's attention! Take a journey through time with us, learn more about the history of baroque hairstyles and be inspired by the great looks!
Curved silhouettes, rich colors and lush, elaborate hairstyles – the Baroque was a time of fashion revolution. From around 1760 (the Rococo period), women's hairstyles were so large and voluminous that wigs or additional hairpieces made of artificial hair had to be used to achieve the desired look. Women also powdered their hair with starch to make it appear lighter. To show that someone came from the upper class, the hairstyles were additionally decorated with beautiful lace, ribbons and eye-catching decorations such as feathers and flowers. Baroque hairstyles for women may not be that easy to create, but trust us – the end result is so beautiful and stunning that it is totally worth the effort and time!
Make your own baroque hairstyle: detailed instructions for a glamorous look
The hairstyles in the Baroque period were so special and sophisticated that they could easily be described as a hairdresser's masterpiece! The first guide we have for you is for the so-called Fontange hairstyle - an elaborate hairstyle that can be up to 60 centimeters high in some cases. Isn't that just fascinating? These high hairstyles decorated with ostrich feathers, diamonds and roses were the height of fashion back then! To make the hair appear lighter, it was first smeared with pomade (a type of hair gel from the Baroque period) and then powdered with a white, gray or pastel-colored powder that adhered to the pomade. The pomade also helped keep the baroque hairstyle in a vertical position so the wearer could wear the look for a few weeks.
Materials required:
- A lot of hair clips
- Small hair ties
- curling iron
- Comb and brush
- Three bun pads
- A hairpiece for the lengths and a hairpiece without anchoring to hide the bun pads
- Accessories of your choice – pearl necklaces, brooches, flowers, lace and anything else you can think of.
Step by step instructions:
- In order for the baroque style hairstyles to last for a long time, it is recommended to work with hair that has not been freshly washed.
- To get the typical white color for the baroque and rococo hairstyles, you can cover your hair completely with powder or with wheat flour from the pantry if you wish.
- Comb your hair well and create a small braid on the top of your head.
- Twist the braid into a small bun and secure with hair clips - this forms the basis for your baroque hairstyle. Another option would be to tie your hair into a ponytail at the top of the center of your head and pull it through the bun pads.
- Now attach the hair padding to the braided bun with as many hairpins as necessary.
- Attach the length hairpiece and twist the second hairpiece around the bottom pad to hide the bun.
- For the hair lengths, attach the hairpiece at the back.
- Wrap the false hair upwards around the bun pads and secure with hair clips.
- Depending on your wishes, you can leave individual strands free and curl them with the curling iron.
- Take each curl individually and comb them back slightly to create even more volume.
- And now the fun begins - the hairstyle is decorated! Insert all your decorations and secure them with bobby pins.
- Finally, to keep everything in place, the look is fixed with plenty of hairspray. And voilà – you have already conjured up the perfect baroque hairstyle for women!
Make your own Rococo hairstyle – Transform yourself into a beautiful Marie Antoinette with this updo
The late phase of the Baroque is still referred to as Rococo and is best known for the extravagant, magnificent and oversized Baroque hairstyles. After marrying the King of France Louis XVI, Marie Antoinette became one of the most famous women of the 18th century. She was mainly known for her excessive lifestyle and flamboyant style. Her high hairstyle with the ship as decoration is a real masterpiece that still causes a stir today! Below we will explain to you how you can do this magnificent baroque hairstyle yourself and transform yourself into a pretty queen.
Materials required:
- 2 large bun pads
- A pack of hair extensions
- White ribbons and bows
- Ostrich feathers
- Artificial flowers of your choice on leaf wire
- Dry shampoo or baby powder
- Lots of hairpins
- Hairspray
Baroque hairstyles instructions:
- Comb the hair well and push about a third of it forward.
- Tie the remaining hair into a ponytail in the middle of your head.
- Next, attach the bun pads together with hair clips, place them on your head and pull the ponytail through.
- Wrap the ends of your hair around the top pad and secure with hair clips.
- Also attach the lower padding to the head with hair clips.
- Cover the pads with some of the hair extensions and secure with bobby pins.
- Now comb the hair that was tucked away at the front over the shaped hair tower and pin it in the top bun pad.
- Fix the “hair tower” with plenty of hairspray.
- Attach the remaining hair extensions to the back of your head and curl with a curling iron.
- To make the baroque hairstyles for women even more authentic, the hair is finally powdered with hair shampoo or baby powder. Of course, you can give the whole look a personal and extravagant touch and use any hair color as a spray.
- Now all you have to do is decorate the hairstyle, put on your baroque dress and you're done!
And now let's tell a little more about the baroque hairstyles history
There is no doubt that baroque hairstyles for women are truly unique and special. At first, wigs were mainly worn by men - as a result of Louis XIV's decision to cover his bald head with a wig. Then the baroque hairstyles for men with the long, falling locks became a true symbol of their status in society. Initially, women's hairstyles in the Baroque period were not so high - the curls were tightly rolled up and laid in "bottoms". The high hairstyles, reminiscent of mini-towers, only became popular in the 1680s.
This hairstyle is still known as “Hairstyle à la Fontange” and was named after King Louis XIV's mistress at the time, the 19-year-old Duchesse de Fontanges. According to legend, Madame de Fontange accidentally ruined her hair while hunting and since loose hair was not allowed, she quickly pulled her hair up with a ribbon from her dress. The king liked it so much that he made the young lady promise him that from now on she would only wear her hair like that. And so the baroque hairstyles for women were further developed. Since it was almost impossible to create these works of art using only natural hair, additional wire frames were incorporated into the hairstyle. In the Baroque period, the wealthy were all about splendor and glamor and for this reason their hair was additionally decorated with jewels, artificial flowers, pearls and feathers. Baroque and Rococo hairstyles required a lot of time and money and not all women could afford them.
We have to admit – the baroque hairstyles look really breathtaking. However, they were not particularly hygienic - the hair was tied up so tightly that the women wore the hairstyles for at least 2-3 weeks without having to wash their hair. This in turn sometimes led to lice and other bacteria. In addition, the hairstyles were not very comfortable due to their height and made movement difficult - the women had to lean on special sticks and getting into a carriage or sleeping themselves were not easy tasks. But for Halloween or fora theme partyBaroque hairstyles are still an excellent option!
Make baroque hairstyles yourself – an overview of the most beautiful ideas and looks for re-styling
Baroque hairstyles for men and women are perfect for a great Halloween costume for couples
Or how about a Halloween costume for the whole family?
Pastel shades give the look a special elegance
Since baroque hairstyles are splendid enough, it is better to keep your make-up simple and subtle
Pearl necklace and earrings give your baroque costume the finishing touch
If you do a baroque hairstyle yourself, you shouldn't forget the accessories and decorations for the hair
How you decorate your hair is up to you – whatever you like is allowed!
