1950s Hairstyles Pictures

15 of the 1950s' Most Iconic Hairstyles

March 28, 2011

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James Dean

We all have James Dean to thank for pompadours. The tragically hip young actor made greased-up, slightly messy hair sexy for men and created a bad boy archetype that's lasted long after his untimely death.

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James Dean

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5 Comments

Michael3084759 39 weeks 3 days

We at Walton Fine Arts have commemorated Marilyn Monroes 50th anniversary of her death, by showing some of the last photographs taken of her. Lawrence Schiller Marilyn and Me a selection of the rarest photographs. Enquire from www.waltonfinearts.com or email art@waltonfinearts.com at 152-4 Walton Street London SW3 2JJ Lawrence Schillers European agent.

Annie Tomlin 2 years 7 weeks

Billie is an interesting one. Beautiful and blessed with those pipes, but her life story is threaded with addiction and depression. I wish someone would make a biopic. Just curious, have you read any of Marilyn's biographies? Talk about a misunderstood woman.

Rigor Mortis 2 years 7 weeks

Annie, not really! Most people usually idolize Marilyn or Audrey, and although those ladies sure were charming, I don't find them that inspirational. I guess that's why I liked this slide show so much, you girls went beyond the clichés. I especially loved seeing Billie Holiday here, but I'm such a fan of her voice, I think even if she had the most hideous hairstyle in the world I'd still like it!

Annie Tomlin 2 years 7 weeks

Thanks, Rigor Mortis. You have a favorite '50s icon?

Rigor Mortis 2 years 7 weeks

As usual, I'm loving the diversity and uncommon picks for this slideshow. Thumbs up!