"Widow's cape", or "widow's peak" is a feature of hair growth on the forehead, in which the outline of the hair resembles an inverted triangle. The title is, of course, intimidating. There are a number of versions of where such a designation of a seemingly harmless "zest" came from. Moreover, as you might think, based on the name, "widow's cape" occurs only in women. But it's not. Today, this feature is different and men. Moreover, it cannot be said that it is ugly or somehow unattractive, by no means. The recognized beauties of Hollywood have a "widow's cape". In men, this hair growth is also quite common.
Background
Where did such a scary name for a harmless feature of hair growth come from? Let's figure it out. In the Age of Enlightenment, such a belief appeared that the owners of this form of hair growth on the forehead would be widowed early. Now, of course, no one believes in it anymore, but the name has remained.
"Widow's Cape" for women
Similar hair growth on the forehead occurs in women. There is nothing supernatural in this. The only thing is, if the protruding hair is embarrassing, you need to be more careful about choosing a hairstyle. There are some features, taking into account which will help to look fashionable and modern. For example, if you do not like such a zest, give up the parting - a side parting or an elongated bang on one side visually hides your feature.
But many are not afraid of such distinctive features, so they wear a high ponytail and hairstyles that reveal their faces.
The clearest example of the owner is a real style icon - Marilyn Monroe.
This woman is bold, sexy, beautiful, attractive. And the "triangle" does not spoil it at all. Moreover, she often wore high hairstyles. This is a kind of highlight, which in her blond hair is not at all striking. But dark-haired beauties are not shy about the "widow's cape". An example of this is the star Mila Jovovich, well known to the Russian audience. Mila is so natural, so positive. She never hid her "widow's peak". I'm sure she's laughing at the superstitions about it.
But not all women are ready to accept themselves with all the features and, as they consider, shortcomings. They shave off excess hair, pluck it, and some even remove it with laser hair removal. It is hard to imagine how Chinese women get upset at such moments, for whom having such hair growth is a dream.
"Capewidows" in men
But not only women have such a highlight. "Widower's peak" in men is not at all uncommon. They are not shy about such a feature, unlike some women - they proudly wear their "triangle", opening their foreheads, wear short haircuts or styling that exposes their foreheads. Bright young actor Chris Hemsworth boasts a chic head of hair, which does not spoil the "cape of the widow".
Celebrity Widow's Peak
Among famous people, there are many who have a "widow's cape". Photos of celebrities with such a twist regularly appear in the press. For them, this is not only not a disadvantage, it is a kind of distinguishing mark. None of the celebrities is in a hurry to hide this feature. One of the charming men in Hollywood who proudly wears a widow's peak on his forehead is Leonardo DiCaprio. This triangle not only does not spoil it, but even makes the face more interesting.
Also note the actress, who has beautiful hair, the "widow's cape" flaunts on the wonderfully neat forehead of the charming Blake Lively. She is so soft and touching. Perhaps it is the special height that makes the popular actress even more charismatic.
Another "widow's peak" flaunts on the high forehead of the actress and public figure - Kerry Washington. She is serious and often wears her hair tied up. So she's not shy either.
AlisonHannigan, a famous American actress, also proudly wears a "widow's cape". And by the way, it suits her.
Talk about a similar feature of hair growth should be continued with a story about the beauty Kourtney Kardashian. Her hairstyles are simply amazing.
This is a socialite, fashion model, which hundreds of thousands of girls look up to. Her beauty is natural, she is always smiling and friendly - "widow's peak" does not spoil her at all.
Face Shape and Widow's Peak
Science is developing in all directions. A lot of research is connected with the study of the human face, its shape, structure, features. So, it is customary to divide faces according to their shape. These are square, oval, circle, triangle, heart shape and others. The "heart" face does not appear so often and is associated with the presence of a "widow's cape" in a person. The cape, as it were, creates the upper part of the heart, dividing the forehead into two equal halves, and if a person has a sharp chin and pronounced cheekbones when smiling, then this is exactly the shape of the face.
People with this face shape are considered creative, open, conducive to communication. They have internal energy, strength, share their positive with others. Many do not believe in such classifications, but one cannot but agree that celebrities with a "widow's cape" just meet all of these criteria.
Peak of Beauty
There are countries in which the "Widow's Cape" has an absolutely opposite attitude. For example, in China. ATIn China, such hair growth is called the "peak of beauty", they admire such a distinctive feature, considering the owners of the "peak" to be real lucky.
Genetics
"Widower's Peak" is one of the dominant genetic traits. So, this feature is highly likely to be passed on to the child if one of the parents has a "widow's cape". In our opinion, there is nothing wrong with this - "widow's peak" only sounds creepy, but looks very cute.
Summing up, it must be said that the superstitions associated with the name "Widow's Cape" are nothing but medieval tales. This feature of hair growth on the forehead can be turned into dignity, into your calling card. And if it bothers you, grow your bangs and live in peace. Be beautiful, individual, but proudly wear the "widow's cape" because all the stories about him are just fiction.
