Hair Through History: 9 Iconic Hairstyles of the 1970s, Beauty Launchpad
The 1970s was a decade of change. Dubbed "The Me Generation" by author Tom Wolfe, the young adults of the '70s found value in self-reflection and personal empowerment. The counterculture revolution of the 1960s made way for hippie-inspired lifestyles, including free-flowing hair, psychedelic experimentation and increased interest in non-U.S. cultures. As feminism gained momentum, women's hairstyles became somewhat more androgynous, with many of the popular looks being sported by both men and women alike. Many hairstyles that had sprouted during the 1960s, such as the Beehive and the sharp Sassoon cut disappeared almost entirely, while others such as the flipped bob and the mop evolved into...
