Rapunzels Today stands out as a unique media project dedicated to promoting very long and healthy hair as a key facet of female beauty. It demonstrates that long hair for girls and women is not confined to ancient times or fairytales, as implied by its name. This goal is realised by covering news about long hair events across Russia and Eastern Europe, providing a platform for girls and women with exceptionally long hair and aspirations in the modelling world. The intention is to inspire a global audience to embrace the beauty of long hair and become true Rapunzels.
The project's objective goes beyond showcasing the longest hair; it extends to presenting a diverse range of hairstyles, local fashion, original or traditional (often homemade) clothing, and folk customes. In doing so, it offers a captivating glimpse into the rich cultures of the featured countries.
Long hair competitions transcend the conventional concept of determining a winner based solely on hair length. Instead, they integrate fashion and talent shows, with prizes awarded for factors such as the thickest hair, the best performance, or the audience's favourite. Through generous sponsorships, the organisation ensures that every participant leaves satisfied.
Many of these events are primarily advertised within the respective countries where they occur. Rapunzels Today aims to broaden their international reach, advocating for increased attention from model agencies, fashion magazines, and hairstylists.
As a freelance photographer, blogger, and web developer, my freedom to travel led me repeatedly to Russia and Eastern European countries, my favourite part of the world. While initially focusing on landscapes and outdoor adventures, I discovered that people provided the most interesting and dynamic subjects for compelling stories.
In the early 2000s, I stumbled upon long hair contests in Poland and Lithuania online and decided to attend them. In 2010, I took the first step in promoting very long female hair by launching Rapunzels Today with the content I gathered so far. Some places where the contests took part were so off the grid for a western tourist that I felt the need to tell you something about it. They are based on my own experiences and some information learned from locals.
After a decade and more than 40 contests later, the photos and videos on this website have garnered millions of views and shares, with some even going viral. The incredible participants and models, with their fairytale-length hair, have inspired countless girls and women worldwide. Some contestants have kickstarted or boosted their international modelling careers as a direct result.
Update 2024: Rapunzels Today is back online after a hiatus since 2018. Unfortunate events, including a medical condition preventing me from flying and the theft of my camera, marked the end of a decade of photography for Rapunzels Today. Despite moving forward in life, the project's significance lingered, prompting me to revive the website. This decision was driven by a sense of justice towards my followers on social media, the contestants, models, and organizers I had collaborated with over the years.
The website's overall appearance have been enhanced. Impressions and reviews now reflect the current global situation, and the platform introduces never-before-published competitions. Additionally, it showcases the art and photography of Torsten Domula once again, whose images of long hair contests in Moscow and Lviv inspired the project's inception.
Although I may not attend all contests anymore, the site remains, offering a touch of nostalgia for long hair enthusiasts. It serves as a reminder of times when the internet was a space where genuine content was crafted by individuals genuinely passionate about sharing their interests.
Mark - founder of Rapunzels Today
Content and privacy
Rapunzels Today has earned an impeccable reputation for its strict policy on the publication of photos and videos. The people in the content are always shown at their best and their privacy is protected as much as possible. This means that we never publish or share personal information, and only the first names of underage participants are mentioned. If you see yourself in the photos or videos and you do not like it, please report this by e-mail to: inforapunzelstoday.com or use the contact form. We will make sure the photo is removed or faces are blurred.
The content on this website is authentic and has been created for no other purpose than to share our love of long hair. No photo or video has been digitally altered, and as far as we know, all hair is real!
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BUSINESS INQUIRIES
Rapunzels Today is interested in all kinds of collaborations and partnerships, provided they are in line with our values. Please contact us if you would like to work with us, make a contribution or have further questions about the project.
Copyrights
All watermarked photos and videos on this website are officially protected by copyright and therefore may not be distributed on other media. The content published on Facebook and Instagram can be distributed on social media for non-commercial purposes without consent, provided that the image is not altered and that the credits go to Rapunzels Today.
