Men Rocked Weird And Cool Vintage Hairstyles Hundreds Of Years Ago And Here Are 26 Of Them

Men's designs over the past hundreds of years have been associated with class and neatness. When we look back at those times, we're accustomed to seeing clean beard growth, smooth pomades, extravagant hats, and suits. However, this post will change our perspective a bit regarding hair.

There have always been design and fashion renegades, or simply individuals with terrible hair days, or awful hair in general. There is an enthusiastic collector of vintage photographs named Robert E. Jackson, who has more than 3,000 photographs in his collection.

He either searched them out or received them anonymously, but regardless, he retains ownership of all his collections. The immense collection features numerous exceptional pictures, some of which you’ll get to see today.

He shares one-of-a-kind photographs, spanning from the early days of photography to the late twentieth century, where you can see men with odd hairstyles. They are certainly not what we expect from those times regarding men's hairstyles.

The reasons behind these hairdos escape us, and there's very little we can do to discover more. However, they certainly spark a bit of curiosity.

Moreover, the collection is also useful for understanding how fashion has evolved over time.

1. That is some luscious hair

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2. A beautiful wig - oops, it's his hair

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3. I see you and now I don't

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4. Do I look good with my hair or what?

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5. Okay now, give me some credit

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6. Tell me how I look or...

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7. I'm guessing all four have to always go everywhere together

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8. This is a classic piece

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9. Love my hairstyle?

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Some of these vintage hairstyles didn't quite fit into their era, but they would most likely be cool these days, and some of them are stylish, or at least acceptable. Some of them are simply kind of terrible and may never become popular, but who knows?

So if you like this vintage collection by Robert E. Jackson, you're presumably going to enjoy his other photographs from the days of old.

10. Where are my professors in the building...

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11. This style is still very much rocked by people today

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12. Another classic one in the building

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13. I love my hair, do you?

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14. Get you a haircut like this...

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15. Now what should we call this style?

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16. Uhm, waiting for the photographer to take a shot

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17. Unfrown your face and say cheese

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18. His hair and his smile are top-notch

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19. I certainly love his hairstyle

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20. That is one sleek and smooth-looking hair

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21. Check this one side up and one side down look

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22. And the side up takes it home again

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23. This is beautiful

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24. Another one for the professors

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25. Now tell me that's Photoshop...

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26. And finally, it's the bulls for the win

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His collection is anything but humble, showcasing a remarkable array of vintage hairstyles that capture the essence of bygone eras. As Dr. Jonathan Haidt, social psychologist and author, states, "Our past shapes our identity, and exploring it can provide profound insights into who we are today" (jonathanhaidt.com). This collection offers a genuine chronicle of American history, from awkward portraits to nostalgic moments that resonate with many. It's a treasure trove for anyone interested in the intersection of style and history.