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The 1940s. A decade for war, tumultuous change, the defeat of ideologies, and, um, fashion. The 1940s pushed human misery and cruelty to beyond anyone’s worst nightmares, and then more. But in the face of this there were pockets and moments of hope, unity and joy that eventually gave way to the second part of the 20th century with its new approach to politics, production and lifestyle. There was a lot going on, and a lot changing and evolving. One tiny aspect of this was the style. Everything may have been rationed across Europe during the decade, but people got creative and drew their stockings on, made their old wedding dresses into parachutes and somehow managed the most polished, poised hair. In fact, they did such a good job that it still looks great today. We’ve got a collection of 1940s inspired wigs with the classic ’40s updos that kept your hair out of your face, if you were hosting a Victory Day party or working in a munitions factory.
