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Why Did Men Wear Powdered Wigs in the Past?
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In the 17th and 18th centuries, everyday items we take for granted today were status symbols among the European elite, including pineapples, mirrors, and, yes, wigs. While wigs have a long history in ancient societies, they were popularized as an upper-class fashion accessory during King Louis XIV’s reign in France from 1643 to 1715. Credit: Hulton Archive/ Hulton Royals Collection via Getty Images Louis XIV's court at Versailles was the epitome of style and sophistication. When the young king started losing his hair at the age of 17 in the 1650s, he began wearing hairpieces ...Read More
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