Stylist and history lover Jeff Hafler, 29, works on client Tim McElwee at his West Hollywood beauty salon Ohio, where eclectic hair collectibles are on display. (LAWRENCE K. HO / LAT)
Afro-puff mannequin Ruby rests under a perm machine from the 1940s. (LAWRENCE K. HO / LAT)
Mikal Winn, 31, is the designer of one-of-a-kind jewelry and belt buckles popular in the U.S. and Japan. (LAWRENCE K. HO / LAT)
Winn’s jeweled belt buckles are sold locally at Barneys L.A. and other stores. (LAWRENCE K. HO / LAT)
A hair curler with a kerosene heater from 1889. (LAWRENCE K. HO / LAT)
