Late 1840's-1850's parted in the center, no bangs and covering the ears. 1860's Parted in the Center, combed over the top of the ears, and pulled up in back. St. Louis, MO Mid to Late 1860's parted in center, worn with a hairnet for dress occasions. Notice the hairnet is restricted to behind the ears and that the tops of the ears are now seen. This is probably a dinner dress, it is made of a silk fabric and quite trimmed.
Hair is more likely to be worn in curls for evening styles.
Dress is very fancy and could possibly be an evening dress. Photo taken in Levenworth, KS Circa 1868-1873 Young lady with Modish toque and long hair pulled up at sides. San Francisco, CA Early 1870's hairstyle Hair is parted center and twisted as it is pulled back to give some side fullness. Back is confined but still has some fullness. San Francisco, CA Late 1860's -Early 1870's Teenage girl.