That pixie cut you're rocking? Mom did it first. Same goes with the winged eyeliner. Sure enough, many of today's top beauty trends — pastel hair, dark brows, and more — started back in Mom's heyday. Take a trip down memory lane to see how these vintage hair, makeup, and beauty trends have evolved throughout the years.
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THEN: Beehives
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Next time you go out with friends, channel your inner girl group with big, beautiful beehives like The Ronettes.
If you're headed to a black-tie event, throw on a pair of elegant earrings and a smokey eye to go with your sky-high 'do.
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THEN: Winged Eyeliner
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If you could pick just one product that defined '60s beauty, it would be eyeliner. In particular, winged eyeliner that extended a half-inch or so past the eyes, giving eyes a sexy, dreamy shape.
What you'll need: liquid eye liner ($6, amazon.com)
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NOW: Winged Eyeliner
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Winged liner now comes in all styles, shades, and shapes, but this beauty look will always be classic.
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THEN: Wide Headbands
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Wearing a wide headband with a voluminous hairstyle plus winged liner was a staple beauty look of Brigitte Bardot.
With stars like Mia Farrow and Twiggy cropping their locks, it's no wonder so many women went short in the '60s.
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NOW: Pixie Cuts
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Very little has changed with this cut — because it doesn't have to! It's simple, sweet, and eternally chic.
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THEN: Pillbox Hat
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Jackie Kennedy looked elegant her whole life, so it makes sense that trends she popularized are still big today. This simple, chic accessory is no exception.
They're back! A round, structured hat lends a vintage flair to any simple fall outfit. Just make sure to pin it to your hair if it's windy outside.
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THEN: Headband Updos
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Adding some flair to your hair was practically a requisite of '60s babes.
What you'll need: headband with bow ($8, amazon.com)
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NOW: Headband Updos
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Headbands aren't just for workouts! Pop a thin headband around your updo for a cute, quick accessory.
What you'll need: pearl headband ($22, amazon.com)
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THEN: Gelled Hair
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Don't you miss the days when every guy knew how to properly comb his hair? The oh-so-handsome Paul Newman was just one of the stars who styled with wax.
Sam's enthusiasm for makeup is only rivaled by their love of all things relating to cats. In their spare time, they enjoy watching scary movies, putting avocado on everything, and seeing how many shades of the rainbow they can dye their hair before 30.