Margaret Vinci Heldt is credited with creating the first beehive hairstyle.  She’s become an icon in the hair industry as an innovator.  From 1950 through the ’70s, Heldt operated Margaret Vinci Coiffures on Michigan Avenue in Illinois.  Her inspiration for the beehive was a black velvet fez-style hat in which Heldt states, “I liked that hat because, when I took it off, my hairstyle stayed in place”.

Heldt has been credited with mentoring leaders in the hair design industry, such as: Mario Tricoci and John Amico.  With all of her accomplishments, she will now be acknowledged by the Chicago History Museum, which is working with Heldt on adding the famous fez to its collection.

Congratulations Margaret Vinci Heldt!

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