#TBT: Epic Hairstyles in San Francisco History
In 1970s SF, a big 'fro was a symbol of freedom and self-expression. (via Pinterest)

#TBT: Epic Hairstyles in San Francisco History

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V. Alexandra de F. Szoenyi
Sep 07, 2017

Nothing dates a photograph quite like someone's hair.

This being San Francisco, we have had some epic hairstyles over the years. Enjoy this follicular romp through SF's hairy past!

1975

(via Pinterest)

When the Black is Beautiful movement started in the 1960s, the afro became a symbol of freedom. This photo was taken in SF in 1975.

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