Pompadour
noun
A hairstyle where the hair is styled back and raised from the forehead, often associated with a vintage or retro look.
He styled his hair into a pompadour for the 1950s-themed party.
Usage tips
Neutral
high pompadour,classic pompadour,modern pompadour
noun
A decorative arrangement or crest of hair often styled to create volume and height.
The actor wore a traditional pompadour hairstyle for the historical film.
Usage tips
Neutral
decorative pompadour,elegant pompadour,vintage pompadour
noun
A hairstyle where the hair is styled back and raised from the forehead, often associated with a vintage or retro look.
He styled his hair into a pompadour for the 1950s-themed party.
Usage tips
Neutral
high pompadour,classic pompadour,modern pompadour
noun
A decorative arrangement or crest of hair often styled to create volume and height.
The actor wore a traditional pompadour hairstyle for the historical film.
Usage tips
Neutral
decorative pompadour,elegant pompadour,vintage pompadour
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Historical Reference
Understanding the origins of the term can enhance appreciation
Madame de Pompadour was a French noblewoman who influenced French art and fashion.
Pro Tip 2/3Styling Techniques
Exploring different ways to create a pompadour hairstyle
Use a blow dryer and round brush for volume.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Significance
Recognizing the cultural impact of the pompadour
Popularized in the 1950s by rockabilly musicians.
Pro Tip 1/3Historical Reference
Understanding the origins of the term can enhance appreciation
Madame de Pompadour was a French noblewoman who influenced French art and fashion.
Pro Tip 2/3Styling Techniques
Exploring different ways to create a pompadour hairstyle
Use a blow dryer and round brush for volume.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Significance
Recognizing the cultural impact of the pompadour
Popularized in the 1950s by rockabilly musicians.
Pro Tip 1/3Historical Reference
Understanding the origins of the term can enhance appreciation
Madame de Pompadour was a French noblewoman who influenced French art and fashion.
Pro Tip 2/3Styling Techniques
Exploring different ways to create a pompadour hairstyle
Use a blow dryer and round brush for volume.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Significance
Recognizing the cultural impact of the pompadour
Popularized in the 1950s by rockabilly musicians.
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