Braids adorned with large white bows were usually the only accessory allowed for Soviet schoolgirls. And what beautiful hairstyles they created! All Soviet schoolchildren wore the same uniform. The idea was that no one should stand out to avoid provoking envy. Boys dressed in blue and gray suits, while girls wore brown dresses with black or white aprons. Jewelry was not allowed, and hair had to be neatly tied. Older girls often cut their hair shorter or styled it in “mature” high hairstyles, while younger girls almost always wore braids secured with bows. Just imagine the intricate braids that were made back then—“spikes,” “snails,” “baskets”… Until the late 1960s, ribbons for bows were satin and had to be constantly ironed. Then nylon ribbons appeared, which required no special care. They could be made into large, fluffy bows. Girls wore bows in their braids during class, physical education, and even on special occasions. During the week, brown or black bows were used, while white ones were reserved for formal events.