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: The "peek-a-boo" effect created a sultry, sophisticated image that defined the "femme fatale" of noir cinema. A Matter of National Safety

: Celebrities like Jessica Chastain and Blake Lively frequently replicate the "old Hollywood wave." veronica05077.jpg

The style was reportedly an accident. During a screen test for the film I Wanted Wings (1941), a lock of Lake’s long hair fell forward, covering part of her face. The directors loved the air of mystery it created, and a star was born. : The "peek-a-boo" effect created a sultry, sophisticated

: Her hair was remarkably long for the era, reaching past her shoulders. The directors loved the air of mystery it

The hairstyle became so popular that women working in factories during World War II began mimicking it. This created a serious safety hazard, as long, loose hair frequently got caught in heavy machinery.