Victory Roll Hairstyles: 15 Whimsical Ideas
Victory rolls make structured curves the whole point of the style.
- Victory rolls are shaped from pre-curled sections, with tension and pin placement controlling the size and direction of each roll.
- Single rolls, twin rolls and side rolls can all create the 1940s silhouette while leaving the remaining hair waved, curled or pinned up.
- Cool the curl before shaping and use firm but flexible hold so the roll stays smooth without becoming hard or flaky.
Scarfed Twin Rolls
Scarfed Twin Rolls gets its pin-up shape from smooth, controlled curves rather than loose modern texture. Setting the hair first makes the roll or wave easier to shape and helps it hold longer.
Classic Twin Rolls
The classic twin rolls puts the retro detail near the face, which is why it reads clearly even with a simple outfit. Pin from underneath so the fastening stays discreet.
Sculpted Side Rolls
Sculpted Side Rolls is a practical way to get a 1940s feel without overworking every section. One strong roll or defined wave can carry the vintage shape on its own.
Red Mini Rolls
With red mini rolls, the key is structure. A firm set gives the hair memory, then brushing and pinning creates the rounded outline associated with classic pin-up styling.
Oversized Front Roll
The shape of oversized front roll works best when the roots have some control and the ends are already curled. That makes the final roll cleaner and reduces the need for visible pins.
How to get it: Set the section first and let it cool completely before shaping.
Single Pompadour Roll
Single Pompadour Roll balances a sculpted section with softer hair elsewhere, which keeps the vintage reference wearable rather than costume-like. Finish with flexible hairspray instead of soaking the style.
Floral Twin Rolls
A floral twin rolls can be adjusted to the amount of hair available because the shape is built from tension and pinning. Smaller rolls suit finer or shorter sections particularly well.
Rolled Side Bangs
The polished curves in rolled side bangs create the pin-up effect. Work with cooled curls, since warm hair is more likely to lose its shape while you pin it.
Full Rolled Crown
Full Rolled Crown gets its pin-up shape from smooth, controlled curves rather than loose modern texture. Setting the hair first makes the roll or wave easier to shape and helps it hold longer.
Side Victory Roll
The side victory roll puts the retro detail near the face, which is why it reads clearly even with a simple outfit. Pin from underneath so the fastening stays discreet.
Keeps it in place: Pin from inside the roll so the fastening stays hidden.
Pin Curl Bangs
Pin Curl Bangs is a practical way to get a 1940s feel without overworking every section. One strong roll or defined wave can carry the vintage shape on its own.
Victory Roll Set
With victory roll set, the key is structure. A firm set gives the hair memory, then brushing and pinning creates the rounded outline associated with classic pin-up styling.
Bridal Victory Roll
The shape of bridal victory roll works best when the roots have some control and the ends are already curled. That makes the final roll cleaner and reduces the need for visible pins.
Roller Prep Set
Roller Prep Set balances a sculpted section with softer hair elsewhere, which keeps the vintage reference wearable rather than costume-like. Finish with flexible hairspray instead of soaking the style.
Floral Back Rolls
A floral back rolls can be adjusted to the amount of hair available because the shape is built from tension and pinning. Smaller rolls suit finer or shorter sections particularly well.
For that finish: Brush the curl smooth before shaping the final curve.