Many women in the 1950s, including pin-ups, did not allow their hair to remain straight, and wore their hair in pin curls and finger waves. Those with naturally curly or wavy hair were lucky to have the texture naturally, but women with straight hair had to manipulate their hair with strong products and setting tools. Pin-curls and finger waves were sexy, yet structured, which made them common pin-up styles.
Some pin-ups wore their hair short and sassy. Famous actresses such as Marilyn Monroe and Grace Kelly popularized hair chopped short and rolled into a glamorous bob. Many other actresses and pin-up models also adopted this style. Hair was set with rollers to achieve the curled bob that was stiff and structured instead of loose and flowing.
Like the curled bob, the long tresses were glamorous and meticulously set. The iconic dark-haired and edgy pin-up model, Bettie Page, wore her hair long and wavy with short, blunt-cut bangs. This retro style can still by seen worn by women today who are inspired by the pin-up style or rockabilly music scene.