Crimped Collection

England / Nether Stowey
A young female rambler takes time out to sit and rest and admire the fine view over the village of Nether Stowey, Somerset, nestling at the foot of the Quantock Hills

Peach Pink
Christina Sillen

Japanese snowball or crimped Gueldres rose, Viburnum plicatum. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from John Lindley and Robert Sweets Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery, G. Willis, London, 1854

Japanese snowball bush, Viburnum plicatum
Japanese snowball bush or crimped gueldres rose, Viburnum plicatum. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Barclay after an illustration by Miss Sarah Drake from Edwards Botanical Register

Lady Irene Cubitt, sportswoman (keen hunter and racegoer), wife of Hon Archibald Cubitt. Date: 1930

Young people at the Cathouse nightclub, Glasgow. 31st May 1992

New Romantic fashion Girl 1980

Fee £150 for online and Print Melanie Michael whose younger brother is
Fee £ 150 for online and Print Melanie Michael whose younger brother is George Michael. Mel is a model and a hostess for a top London Hairdressing salon Bare Chested October 1984

Girl brushing her long wavy hair

Osteospermum Cannington John
Osteospermum flowers (Osteospermum Cannington John )

Costume / Girl / Photo 1870S
Girl wears a dress in a tiny checked print with puffed sleeves, round neckline, buttoned bodice, knee-length full skirt with narrow ribbon trim at the hem & ankle boots

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"Crimped: A Timeless Hairstyle and Fashion Statement" Step back in time to 1980s England, where crimped hair was all the rage. From Nether Stowey to bustling cities like Glasgow and London, young people embraced this unique trend with enthusiasm. Inspired by nature's beauty, the crimped Gueldres rose resembled delicate Japanese snowballs adorning gardens across the country. Just as vibrant and eye-catching as these flowers, the crimped hairstyle became a symbol of self-expression for many. Lady Irene Cubitt, a renowned sportswoman of her time, effortlessly rocked her crimped locks while breaking barriers on and off the field. Her confidence inspired countless others to embrace their individuality through fashion choices like crimping their hair. On that memorable night of May 31st, 1992, at Cathouse nightclub in Glasgow, young partygoers danced under neon lights with their crimped hairstyles bouncing along to the beat. The energy was electric as they celebrated life and freedom amidst New Romantic fashion trends. Melanie Michael proudly wore her crimped hair both online and in print advertisements earning herself a well-deserved fee of £150. Her younger brother looked up to her as she confidently showcased this iconic style that had transcended generations. In Covent Garden's newly opened Stringfellows nightclub, people swayed rhythmically under dazzling disco balls with their perfectly styled hair flowing freely or elegantly pinned back into intricate designs. Crimps added an extra touch of flair to these unforgettable nights out on the town. Hairdressing salons across England buzzed with excitement as ladies flocked for appointments requesting beautifully crafted crimps reminiscent of those from circa 1980. With each brush stroke through long wavy tresses or careful manipulation using heated tools – hairstylists transformed ordinary looks into extraordinary works of art.