Physical appearance and wages: Do blondes have more fun?

David W Johnston

doi:10.1016/j.econlet.2010.03.015

Physical appearance and wages: Do blondes have more fun?

David W Johnston

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Abstract

This study contributes to the economics literature that links physical characteristics to labour market outcomes, by investigating the influence of hair colour on women s own wages and also their spouse s wages. Using U.S. panel data, we find that blonde women receive large wage premiums.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	10 - 12
Number of pages	3
Journal	Economics Letters
Volume	108
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.econlet.2010.03.015
Publication status	Published - 2010
Externally published	Yes

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