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Hairspray Sector Loses Legendary Figure

Stylist who created the beehive passes at age 98.

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By: Christine Esposito

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Margaret Vinci Heldt—the hairdresser credited with creating the first beehive look in 1960s—died June 10 at the age of 98. The Chicago stylist’s look was created with heavy teasing and back combing—and tons of hair spray. The style was the height—literally—of fashion during the 1960s. It remains an iconic look even today and has been doned in more recent years by celebrities like the late Amy Winehouse and beloved cartoon  character Marge Simpson.    ...

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