Pompadour (hairstyle) - Wikipedia Adding vertical volume on top of the head, by combing the hair back and up above the forehead, is a trend that originated in women's hairstyles of the royal court in France, first in the 1680s, and again in the second half of the 18th century, long before and after Madame de Pompadour
30 Top Pompadour Hairstyle for Men in 2025 The pompadour haircut for men kicked off in the 1700s with Madame de Pompadour’s powdered poof, but it exploded in the 1950s rock revolution—Elvis’s jet-black sweep in Jailhouse Rock turned it into a symbol of youthful defiance, spiking sales of Brylcreem overnight
How to Cut a Pompadour Hairstyle: Simple DIY Guide - wikiHow A pompadour is a classic style that's longer on the top and shorter on the sides Part of what makes the style a pompadour is how you blow-dry it; however, getting the right cut is important too