Early Victorian Hairstyle Practical

In our practical with Helen, we began to replicate early Victorian Hairstyles. I began with the hairstyle that consisted of a severe middle parting, with tight curls framing the face and cheekbones, with the back of the hair sleekly put up into a mid bun. 

The hairstyle I wanted to achieve is seen similarly here.
Blondell, M.J.
'Felicite Louise de Dourfort'
1808
http://thehistoryofthehairsworld.com/hair_19th_century.html

1. Section the hair into two horizontally across the head, from just behind one ear to behind the other. 

2. With the section of hair at the back of the head, begin a plait from the centre of the back, then wrap the plait around to create a bun. 

3. With the front section, create a severe, clean middle parting using a pintail comb.

4. Curl the hair tightly at the sides of the face, so that the curls fall on the cheeks and finish at the chin.

The second Early Victorian Hairstyle that I created at home was very similar. This style consisted of a mid bun again, but the front of the hair was plaited and looped under the ear on each side. 

This hairstyle is very similar to the look I created at home.
Joseph Stieler
'Caroline, Countess of Holnstein'
1835
http://thehistoryofthehairsworld.com/hair_19th_century.html

To create this hairstyle, follow steps 1 & 2 above, then follow below instructions. 

3. Section the front into 2, with a severe middle parting. 

4. Bring the hair down to the lowest point of the hairline, infront of the ear, and begin a simple plait, until you have reached the end of the hair. 

5. With the plait, loop it around under the ear and secure  around the bun. 

6. Repeat on the opposite side.