The smokey eye is a classic beauty look that always appears stunning. Whether it’s date night, a cocktail party, or something incredibly glamorous, like a red carpet show, a smokey eye is the perfect makeup look for a range of events. It may look complicated, but a smokey eye is easy to do when you …
Marilyn Monroe, or Norma Jeane Mortenson was an incredibly famous American Actress from the 1940s to 1960s. She is most known for playing the funny ‘blonde bombshell’ role in many of her films, and quickly became one of the most well known sex symbols of all time. Marilyn Monroe is undoubtedly one of the biggest …
Hair rollers come and go, but here at Diary of a Vintage Girl, they are commonplace, especially when it comes to getting that volumized 80s look. While you could just use curling tongs, there is something different about the result of using hair rollers. This is especially true if you have fine hair – think …
When you look back at the Eighties, the hairstyles tend to typify the era. Whether that is the perm, big volume, or feathered hair, each was popularized by the film and music stars of the day. Each of these hairstyles seems to belong firmly in that decade yet some of those hairstyles are making a …
The punk subculture of the 1980s had some fantastic looks but one of the most important aspects of their fashion was their make-up. Make-up is often overlooked when people want to pull together a vintage outfit. Without make-up that is also appropriate for the style and time, the look will just look inauthentic. So, it’s …
Want a good vintage hairstyle that works well for natural curls? There are several styles you could choose, but with naturally curly hair you need to be cautious as it is delicate, and won’t always hold styles that other hair types easily will. You do not need to drive yourself crazy just trying to copy …
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What kind of hairstyle would you choose if you want to look younger? If you are looking for some fresh new styles, then you should try short vintage haircuts. Short vintage haircuts are very trendy now. They are also suitable for both men and women. Short vintage haircuts are becoming more and more popular nowadays. …
80s eye makeup looks were all about fun. Moving away from the tightly defined style of the 60s, and past the more natural looks of the 70s, the 80s was when people really began to experiment with color and finish. And this playful look is becoming more popular than ever, as people again use makeup …
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In the modern day, makeup is used and seen all the time. However, makeup was frequently looked down upon throughout the Victorian era. Only when you were on stage was it deemed appropriate to wear it. Additionally, prostitutes were known to wear it as well. Then, beginning in the Edwardian era, ladies were permitted to …
Marie Antoinette was known for her extravagant lifestyle. When she first was presented to the country as queen, it caused an uproar amongst the population. Marie Antoinette was the very last queen of France up until the dates leading up to the French Revolution. Her husband Louis XVI became King after their marriage, she was …
