Book Description
From gilded lilies and milk baths to scented sachets and Gibson Girl hairstyles, this historical how-to guide provides instructions for re-creating the splendor enjoyed by Victorian and Edwardian women. Hundreds of vintage illustrations and photographs, along with step-by-step instructions and diagrams, document the history of women's appearance from the 1840s through the 1910s. Fun facts and trivia related to beauty and hairstyles of the time are included, as are comprehensive lists of the beauty tools needed and resources for purchasing the various hard-to-find items discussed.
About the author
Daniela Turudich is the author of 1940s Hairstyles, Vintage Wedding, Vintage Face, The Vintage Fashion Directory, Art Deco Hair, 1950s Hair, and Rosie's Riveting Recipes. She lives in Long Beach, California.
