These carefully composed images encapsulate the transformative ambiance of winter and spring, vividly highlighting their contrast. With snow blankets enveloping the bare trees and icy landscapes against the arrival of blossoming greenery, the images beautifully capture the wondrous cycle of nature.
Amasunzu Hairstyle (1923)
The Amasunzu hairstyle, characterized by crescent-shaped sections shaved into the hair, was a symbol of prestige and honor in 1920s Rwandan society, often worn by men and sometimes unmarried women to denote their status.
Atomic Bomb Hairstyle (1951)
In 1951, beauty mixed with fear as hairstyles mirrored contemporary concerns; a woman sported a ‘do’ resembling an atomic mushroom cloud, reflecting the Cold War era’s fascination and anxiety over nuclear technology.
Hopi Maiden Hairstyle (1910)
In the early 20th century, Hopi Indian maidens held cultural significance with their unique “squash blossom” hairstyle, symbolizing hope for a fruitful marriage and their transition into adulthood in a deeply community-based society.
