A hair strand uncovered from an Incan astronomical device suggests record-keeping in the empire was prevalent not only among elite individuals but also practiced by commoners. The finding, published ...

During the time between the Fall of the Roman Empire and the Renaissance, one of the most fascinating aspects of life and society was the changes in fashion, not just with clothing, but also in the ...

In the Middle Ages, hair was a powerful social signal. Hairstyles showed gender, class, morality, and obedience to religious ...

An "incredibly rare" item of medieval high fashion has been uncovered at a Highland castle, say archaeologists. The hair accessory called a gravoir dates from the 13th Century and was discovered ...

EILEAN DONAN, SCOTLAND—The iconic Eilean Donan Castle is one of the most picturesque spots in Scotland and has even appeared in Hollywood films. According to a statement released by National Museums ...