Elizabeth Block- Author, BEYOND VANITY: THE HISTORY AND POWER OF HAIRDRESSING

Your Day Off @Hairdustry; A Podcast about the Hair Industry!

Why hairdressing is more than style – it’s history, power, and identity. 💇‍♀️💫

💭 Did you know hairdressing has been a powerful symbol through centuries? Beyond the vanity, hair has woven its way through history, culture, and self-expression. Elizabeth Block takes us back to the roots of hairstyling with stories from the past that reveal how hair has shaped identities, marked social class, and empowered women across generations.

🔎 From ancient Egyptian wigs to Victorian updos and the bouffant craze, Block’s insights into the artistry of hairdressing will change the way you see hairstyling forever!

👉 In this episode of Your Day Off Podcast, Elizabeth dives into her book, sharing fascinating tales of hair’s journey through history. Whether it was a means to hide ailments, signify wealth, or assert cultural pride, hair has always told a story. And as Block explores, hairdressing offered countless women a path to independence long before other professions were open to them.

✨ So why listen?

• Learn how hair became a canvas of self-expression 🎨
• Discover the role hairdressing played in women’s empowerment 💪
• Hear untold stories of pioneers who defied norms, shaping their own destinies ✂️

Whether you’re in the beauty industry or simply a history enthusiast, this episode is packed with wisdom, passion, and a fresh take on how hairdressing is more than just style—it’s a statement.

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