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Wilma Flintstone, a beloved character from The Flintstones TV series, embodies both style and sophistication with her chic and feminine updo. While replicating her cartoon hair in real life can be challenging due to the difference in texture and behavior, it's entirely achievable with a few clever techniques.
Step-by-Step Guide
Creating the Timeless Wilma Look
Start by brushing your hair to ensure it's free of tangles. Despite her prehistoric origins, Wilma Flintstone maintains impeccable style. Give your hair a thorough brushing to achieve a smooth and sleek look.
- This approach will help you capture the essence of the cartoon hairstyle.
Clip a triangular section from the top of your head after forming two deep side parts, angling them back to meet at a V-shaped point. Twist and secure this section away.
Use hairspray and a brush to tease the hair on the sides of your head, working section by section. Focus on the top sides for extra volume, similar to Wilma's style.
Secure your hair into a high ponytail and gently tug on the sides to mimic Wilma's pointy look. Use a hair tie to secure it in place.
Twist the ponytail into a thick rope and coil it into a bun. Secure with another hair tie and use bobby pins to pin down any loose ends.
Release the rest of your hair and lightly tease it with hairspray and a brush, focusing on the inside and underside for volume while keeping the top smooth.
Create a pompadour by twisting your hair upwards and coiling the rest into a spiral. Secure it with bobby pins, ensuring it's not too tight if you have long hair.
If desired, use orange hairspray to color your hair. Protect your clothing and spray in a well-ventilated area until you achieve the desired hue. Remember to dress up before coloring to avoid staining accessories.
Remove any excess orange hairspray from your skin using a damp paper towel or cotton ball. Pay close attention to areas around the hairline, ears, and neck.
Complete your costume by adding final touches. Remove any protective coverings and put on your earrings and necklace. Apply makeup if necessary. Once finished, you're ready to embrace the Flintstones vibe!
Craft a Retro Wilma Hairstyle.
Detangle your hair for a retro Wilma Flintstone look. This technique is ideal for both natural hair and wigs. For wigs, secure them on a Styrofoam head and trim bangs if necessary.
Tie your hair into a high ponytail using a hair tie matching your hair color. Opt for beige if you can't find orange, especially for red hair. Leave out bangs if you have them.
Transform the ponytail into a bun by twisting it into a rope and wrapping it around the base. Secure with another tie and bobby pins, ensuring the end is concealed. Short hair? Consider using a sock bun or foam maker.
Lock the bun in place with hairspray to ensure it stays put while styling the bangs.
Attach faux bangs matching your hair color just in front of the bun. Conceal the weft under the bun. Skip this step if you already have bangs or straighten curly ones. Remember heat protectant!
Use a wide-barrel curling iron to curl the bangs downwards towards your hairline, creating a rolled effect. Depending on the material, adjust the curling method: real hair or heat-resistant fibers can use a curling iron, non-heat-resistant synthetic fibers may need the wig method or low heat, and wigs can be curled after soaking in hot water and setting with large rollers.
Adjust the side edges of the bangs if necessary. Coil any stray ends into curls to match the rest of the style, securing them with bobby pins for a polished look.
Finish your hairstyle with a final spritz of hairspray. Once it sets, you're all set to embrace the Wilma Flintstone vibe!
Tips
- Put on your costume before styling your hair.
- Apply makeup and jewelry after completing your hairstyle.
- Refer to Wilma Flintstone's pictures for inspiration.
Items You'll Require
Classic Wilma Hairstyle
- Rat-tail comb
- Hair ties
- Bobby pins
- Optional: Orange hairspray
- If not using colored: Regular hairspray
Retro Wilma Hairstyle
- 2½-inch (6.35-centimeter) curling iron
- Clip-in bangs
- Hair ties
- Bobby pins
- Hairspray
