Do you find hair as fascinating as we do? Then you will want to add these fantastic books about hair to your reading list – because they are guaranteed to captivate every hair enthusiast’s attention. From the history of hairstyles to the exploration of the modern-day trends and their deeper meanings, this collection of best books about hair will lead to late-night reading sessions – and possibly even finding inspiration for new hairstyles!

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#1: Hair by Guido

As you would expect from a book written by a leading trendsetter in the fashion industry, “Hair by Guido” is an inspiring read. You’ll find hundreds of Guido’s avant-garde hair creations that never fail to create a buzz in the fashion world – and often turn into the season’s look!

Hair by Guido

#2: Hair?em Scare?em by Robert Klanten

Hairstyles aren’t just about hair – they are about creative expression! “Hair ?em Scare ?em” explores fascinating beauty and inventive possibilities of hair as a mode of contemporary art, artistic expression – and even graphic design!

Hair?em Scare?em by Robert Klanten

#3: Black Hair: Art, Style and Culture by Ima Ebong

Through poetry, stories and non-fiction anecdotes, this book tells a beautiful tale about the creativity and diversity of black women’s hairstyles. You’ll find it all – traditional hairstyles and the results of a more quirky and urban, modern-day styling. The book invites you to celebrate natural black hair – and recognize how culturally and politically charged it is.

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#4: A Century of Hairstyles by Pamela Church Gibson

Travel through the last century with this book – and explore the enchanting world of hairstyles. The last hundred years has been an incredibly exciting time for hair – and you’ll find the memoirs of the journey (from the 1920’s bangs to the 1960’s bouffants) in this book.