In the 17th and 18th centuries, everyday items we take for granted today were status symbols among the European elite, including pineapples, mirrors, and, yes, wigs.

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Why Did Men Wear Powdered Wigs in the Past?

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I n the 17th and 18th centuries, everyday items we take for granted today were status symbols among the European elite, including pineapples, mirrors, and, yes, wigs. While wigs have a long history in ancient societies, they were popularized as an upper-class fashion accessory during King Louis XIV's reign in France — for a surprising reason.

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