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Audrey Hepburn and a donkey, style icon Jackie Stewart and 1900s criminal mugshots (some creepy some sexy)

Published on 2013-06-09 15:07:33

Today on We Heart Vintage we’ve had a strange but compelling mix: Vintage mugshots

The top 10 Gatsby costumes, Jean in red and Marilyn with her shirt open

Published on 2013-06-07 12:47:16

Today on WHV: Marilyn Monroe with her shirt (and trousers) undone, we’re not sure why… A

Knitted bikinis, how to get 1950s style and Marilyn in THE most amazing dress

Published on 2013-06-01 02:06:41

So what’s been on We Heart Vintage

Fashionable 40s bondage, saucy Cleopatra and some vintage Mary Quant

Published on 2013-05-23 09:27:00

Oh, things have run away with me rather and I haven’t had chance to recap on my blogging for a while! So, what have you missed? Well, I came across some intriguing 1940s fashion / bondage photos, I wore a lovely vintage Mary Quant-style dress,

Show me your vintage – plus me, Marilyn & a 1920s dancer

Published on 2013-05-08 15:30:27

I’m on a mission today – I really want to see YOUR vintage. Whether it’s family photos or stacks of old magazines filled with gorgeous retro fashions If you’ve got something to share that you think would be great on We Heart Vinta

Sponsor We Heart Vintage for May, win Goodwood Revival tickets and Ingrid Bergman from Salvador Dali’s lost dream scene

Published on 2013-05-03 15:28:20

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A vintage underwater fashion shoot, beatiful Follies girls and the Gatsby PR offensive continues

Published on 2013-04-30 14:30:39

We’ve had some strange and wonderful things on the blog in the last day or two. The publicity offensive for The Great Gatsby continues with Carey Mulligan covering Harpers Bazaar and an absolutely terrible rendition of Amy Winehouse’s Bac

The drug habits of the Hollywood stars, the fast-fashion debate and how to buy vintage clothes which fit you!

Published on 2013-04-26 14:36:53

Ever wondered about the drug habits of the stars of Hollywood’s golden age? – you’ll be shocked at some of the stars who were famed for their drug use (Cary Grant, Esther Williams…), a gorgeous but risqué pin-up photo of a Zi

Marilyn by Beaton, 1950s bandana print and a 1960s cable knit catsuit…

Published on 2013-04-24 08:11:35

The story of the photshoot Cecil Beaton did with Marilyn Monroe in 1956 (along with a gallery of the photos), a knitted 1960s jumpsuit with feet (and presumably very baggy knees), bandana print fashions from the 1950s and meet one of my sponsors in

1930s dress designs, ‘absorbent’ 1970s knickers and Jean Harlow looking like a corpse

Published on 2013-04-22 14:32:23

Well, there’s been a gorgeous 1930s evening gown design, a slightly icky 1970s underwear advert, my latest vintage outfit (although I’m seriously lacking in makeup) and Jean Harlow looking like a beautiful corpse… Read more Filed un

Scadalous 1920s lesbian one night stands, 50s fashion designers and the girl who would become Rita Hayworth

Published on 2013-04-19 13:55:20

Lots of things about 20s silent movie star Louise Brooks (you’ll NEVER guess who she had a lesbian one-night stand with!), some gorgeous 50s fashions by Traina Norell, Merle Oberon (after her disfiguring car accident) and the 16-year-old girl w

A CGI’d Audrey Hepburn advert & the truth about the scandalous Clara Bow

Published on 2013-04-17 07:59:16

Have you seen the new and competely CGI’d advert for Galaxy chocolate featuring a young and flirty Audrey Hepburn? I’d love to know what you think, I think it’s wonderful, but I do have some qualms about using dead stars to sell thi

Sailors, style and Audrey Hepburn in a French maid’s outfit

Published on 2013-04-16 07:42:07

So, what’s been going on since I last posted? Well, we’ve seen a young Audrey Hepburn in a French Maid’s outfit, some fascinating World War 2 photos by the amazing photographer Edward Steichen, the most GORGEOUS 1930s Vogue cover co

10 things you didn’t know about Marilyn Monroe, some rare photos and all about the swing dress

Published on 2013-04-14 03:39:33

I’ve had a fascinating time reading up about Marilyn Monroe this week – I’d be interested to know how many of these facts YOU didn’t know about her (for example did you know about her 2 plastic surgery operations? No? Read o

Terrible vintage hats, 2 Suzy Parkers and what they thought Michael Jackson would look like aged 40…

Published on 2013-04-11 02:34:52

Sorry for not posting for a few days (here that is, We Heart Vintage has been as busy as ever!) – it’s the Easter school holidays and I’m struggling for time a bit this week. So for everyone who’s emails are going unanswered

Bowie as Birkin, Marilyn’s magazine covers & all about the cupcake dress

Published on 2013-04-03 04:37:53

Right, there’s lots to recap today as I haven’t posted for a few days (well not on here anyway!), so here we go! We have Bowie looking like Jane Birkin (IMHO), Audrey Hepburn looking happy in Switzerland, a vintage sewing pattern for a Be

Creepy Easter bunnies, velvet glasses & Sean Connery looking HOT…

Published on 2013-03-31 15:56:35

Mmmm, I’ve got slightly distracted by this photo of Sean Connery looking delicious and showing off his tattoos today, but at least that takes my mind off the slightly disturbing Easter pinup photos that I found. Particularly the one of Shirley

Grace Kelly, Marilyn Monroe & sixties children’s fashions by Pierre Cardin

Published on 2013-03-29 03:58:14

On the blog today we’ve got a gorgeous 1950s playsuit, some cute as a button 1960s children’s fashions by Pierre Cardin. Grace Kelly’s costumes from Hitchcock’s Rear Window, Marilyn Monroe smiling happily, a 60s double-exposur

I’m on Instagram, are you?

Published on 2013-03-28 10:08:26

I made a new year’s resolution to get on Instagram this year. I’ve not been posting as much as I planned to, but I’m loving the new community I’m finding. Are you on Instagram too? If so, come find me Filed under: Vintage Tagg

Sophian Loren looking like Audrey Hepburn, a grown up Shirley Temple and Kate Winslet

Published on 2013-03-27 15:13:18

I never thought I’d say that Sophia Loren looks like Audrey Hepburn, but she sure does here! Plus there’s a grown up Shirley Temple in a fur coat, some fabulous 1950s bathing caps and Kate Winslet… Read more Filed under: Vintage Tag

Betty Grable’s legs and Marilyn’s and my birthday

Published on 2013-03-25 15:47:36

It’s my birthday so I’m wearing blinging gold trainers and a 70s inspired outfit, there’s also Marilyn Monroe with a sparkly birthday cake, Lesie Caron photographed by David Bailey and a gallery of Betty Grable and her amazing $1 mi

A little bit of Bowie, a mugshot of Elvis and some 1940s brides…

Published on 2013-03-22 13:00:03

There’s something for everyone on the blog today: a little bit of vintage David Bowie (if you like that sort of thing), a mugshot of Elvis taken a the White House (I definitely like a bit of Elvis, thank you very much – ha ha), a gallery

Me with a beehive, a 1930s négligé and dressing Jackie & Caroline Kennedy

Published on 2013-03-21 16:28:03

Today I’ve got a beehive, some energy-blue tights and an umbrella (out of necessity sadly), I’ve dressed Jackie and Caroline Kennedy, plus there’s a sexy 1930s négligé and a 1920s Chinese bride. Read more Filed under: Vintage Ta

Marilyn in her undies, the longest handbag of the 1960s and the Princess Diana auction

Published on 2013-03-20 08:10:06

There’s a cornucopia of loveliness on the blog today, including Marilyn in her underwear and a mink stole, the enormous yardstick handbag from 1960, showgirls getting ready, affirmations and of course the amazing dresses from the Princess Diana

Weekly recap: Tiny waists, McCartney’s mullet and moon landings

Published on 2013-03-18 08:49:32

Oops, this is a day later than normal, so sorry if you were expecting this yesterday! I’ve had a manic weekend of little league football, children’s parties and family visiting and I’m only just sitting down to do the weekly recap now! Linda an

It’s a 1950s fest: Marilyn smoking, stewardesses in Paris and a vintage pool party

Published on 2013-03-17 08:46:43

It’s quite unusual to find a photo of Marilyn Monroe smoking but I really like this one. On the blog today we’ve also got 1950s air hostesses larking around in Paris, a model doing her ‘thinking’ pose on the cover of Vogue and

1930s wedding dresses, a blue velour helmet and snapshots from the moon

Published on 2013-03-15 13:24:47

There’s been lots going on WHV today: we’ve had a competition winner, a chance to win Goodwood Revival Tickets, a gallery of gorgeous 1930s brides and their wedding dresses, a fabulous Pierre Cardin velour helmet and an introduction to on

Monochrome: a very black and white kind of kind of day

Published on 2013-03-12 14:57:46

Spectators watching the Apollo rockets lifting off in 1969, black cat auditions in Hollywood in the 1950s, and a guide to the 60s-inspired monochrome trend without having to wear that Louis Vuitton collection that we’re seeing again today, this

Affirmation #1

Published on 2013-03-12 05:52:36

I just thought this was rather inspiring and a good way to start the day – hope you like it! The original photo is of English actress… Read More Filed under: Vintage Tagged: affirmation, affirmations, inspiration, quotes

Wartime stockings, Apollo 1 & Steve McQueens mug shots

Published on 2013-03-11 15:28:27

My 70s outfit in today’s freeeeezing cold Siberian wind, some inventive wartime answers to 1940s silk rationing, Steve McQueen’s mug shots (but do you know what he was arrested for..?) and the doomed Apollo 1 astronauts in training. Read

Elizabeth Taylor being gorgeous, Beyonce being white and Rihanna annoying me

Published on 2013-03-08 07:27:04

Beyonce has revealed the poster for her new World Tour: The Mrs Carter Show and looks fabulously retro in her sweater girl outfit. However she is making people cross on Facebook for looking too white… On the other hand there is Elizabeth Taylor

The sixties revival, sealskin and Sophia Loren

Published on 2013-03-07 09:06:38

Sophia Loren looking windswept on the tarmac at an airport in the 1950s, a vintage fifties sealskin evening coat (yuk!), 1960s orange and pink, and MORE 60s style Louis Vuitton this time in ELLE US‘s March 2013 issue… Read more Filed unde

‘Instant’ vintage wedding dresses, a 1930s Hitchcock blonde and pearls of wisdom from Doris Day…

Published on 2013-03-06 06:07:02

‘Instant’ 1970s wedding dresses (before and after assembly), Doris Day sharing her wisdom about children, a 1930s movie star who Alfred Hitchcock would have loved and cute and colourful sixties separates from Vogue… Read more File

Ronald Reagan as a teen lifeguard, lots of fashion designs & when 1950s fashion goes wrong

Published on 2013-02-25 03:51:28

Which was your favourite post this week? I think mine was the Marilyn & JFK one! 1950s fashion gone wrong… 1960s Paris fashions Stylish 1960s nylon advert Vintage fashion design: 1930s day dress Hollywood costume designer Edith Head Audrey Hepburn

50s spots, 30s feathers and a 1940s wind machine

Published on 2013-02-22 03:28:04

A beautiful 1930s evening gown, a very young Jane Fonda, a very spotty 1950s magazine cover and some experimental beauty photos using a wind machine from the 1940s! Read more Filed under: Vintage Tagged: 1930s, 1940s, 1950s, fashion, retro, style, vi

1920s swimwear, a design for a flappers sailor dress and a bright orange 1950s fur coat

Published on 2013-02-21 02:11:01

A line-up of 1920s swimsuits, one EXTREMELY orange 1950s fur coat (but can you guess which star is wearing it?), a fashion design for 20s flapper icon Louise Brooks and a wonderful 1940s Vogue cover. Plus, what Marilyn would have worn had she not ref

Pin up girls, my Lulu Guinness red nose day bag & your chance to win a ‘Breakfast at Tiffanys’ necklace

Published on 2013-02-16 05:43:44

We have a bevy of pin up beauties on the blog today, from one of Gil Elvgren’s girls to 1940s army pin-up girls. There’s also some amazing 1950s swimwear, my 60s-style Lulu Guinness bag and a competition to win the necklace and earrings f

I’m in Harpers Bazaar! Plus lots of vintage pin-ups, a tween Judy Garland and an extremely high stool…

Published on 2013-02-14 15:29:49

Wow, quite an eventful day today – first of all my big news: I’m in Harpers Bazaar! Well, the Harpers Bazaar website anyway, check it out! Also we have lots of vintage valentines pin ups (which one is your favourite?), a very young Judy

My vintage 1920s outfit, a wet model & teaching a tiger how to Charleston…

Published on 2013-02-12 13:01:20

I’ve tried a completely different look for my outfit today - a vintage 1920s dress and accessories – what do you think? It’s along way from my normal 60s outfits! There’s also been a competition winner (plus a discount code fo

Lots of pink satin, the most beautiful girl in the world, oh and Audrey Hepburn!

Published on 2013-02-11 14:35:54

What an eclectic day! From a vision in pink satin (seventies-style), to Evelyn Nesbit who was known as ‘The Most Beautiful Girl in the World’ in the early 1900s. There’s also Audrey Hepburn doing her best impression of a piece of st

Miranda Kerr as a 60s siren, 1930s purple hair & fashion inspired by ‘Dancing on the Edge’

Published on 2013-02-08 13:20:22

Apart from the raunchy 60s-inspired photos of Miranda Kerr from Jalouse Magazine, there’s quite a 1930s theme going on today: from an outfit inspired by new BBC drama ‘Dancing on the Edge’, to Carole Lombard looking every inch the 3

Hepburn with heavy eyebrows, 40s photo booth photos and Frank Sinatra’s family photos

Published on 2013-02-07 13:17:12

I know heavy eyebrows were fashionable in the fifties, but I just don’t think it suits Audrey Hepburn in this photo! Greta Garbo shares some wisdom about good friends, we see some great photo booth photos from the 1930s and 40s, and we see Fran

Rampling meets Eastwood, Foxy Brown & a very unflattering pin up of Marilyn

Published on 2013-02-06 12:00:58

A bevvy of beauties from the 50s, 60s and 70s today including 70s style icon Pam Grier, a triangular 1950s dress, Charlotte Rampling dressed up like Clint Eastwood and PUT YOUR LEGS TOGETHER MARILYN! Read more Filed under: Vintage Tagged: fashion, re

Fabulous flappers, 1940s bikinis and Agyness Deyn for InStyle Magazine

Published on 2013-02-05 12:02:08

Today we’ve got Tallulah Bankhead in a fabulous 1920s costume (which must have been enormously heavy with all those pearls sewn onto it), a cute-as-a-button vintage dress from 1960s Miami, Agyness Deyn looking like Edie Sedgwick for InStyle Mag

Young women of Naples in their swimsuits, Italy 1948

Published on 2013-02-04 17:17:00

Young girls in bikinis posing for a photo in Naples, 1948. Which is your favourite swimsuit? I think mine is the striped bikini. Source and copyright Edited with BlogPad Pro Related Posts:1950s boys on the beach in Barbados1930s dancer Peggy Lee1960s

Fabulous 1950s swimsuits

Published on 2013-02-04 11:56:00

Aren’t these strapless structured swimsuits gorgeous? They may not have been very comfortable (look at that corseting!) but they looked amazing!

Vintage outfit: my new sixties cape coat on a very cold day

Published on 2013-02-04 07:56:36

I’m so ready for spring to arrive! I was woefully underdressed for a day-out in February so it’s my own fault, but I’m being optimistic and hoping for some warmth and sunshine! Besides, I’d bought a new sixties-style cape coat

Vintage outfit: my new sixties cape coat on a very cold day

Published on 2013-02-04 06:59:46

Modern vintage: Dita Von Teese for Esquire Singapore

Published on 2013-02-04 00:23:00

Dita Von Teese is getting some fantastic coverage at the moment, this time in Esquire Singapore’s February 2013 edition. Thank goodness she looks like her-gorgeous-self again rather than the strange airbrushed clones from last week! [2 photos]

Opulent swimwear from 1950s Harpers Bazaar

Published on 2013-02-03 11:41:00

Vintage weekly recap: style, satin and S-bend corsets…

Published on 2013-02-03 07:35:47

La Sylph – the extreme S-bend corset Modern vintage: Fei Fei Sun goes all retro for Vogue Italia 1950s bombshell dress from Harpers Bazaar Reactions to JFK’s assassination Fashion sketch: 1930s dress design for Jean Harlow Monique Chevalier in 19

Vintage weekly recap: style, satin and S-bend corsets…

Published on 2013-02-03 06:34:00

Atomic dancer

Published on 2013-02-03 00:52:00

An “atomic pin-up girl” dancing in front of a (stemless) mushroom cloud. This photo was taken at Upshot-Knothole Dixie

Wilhelmina Cooper for 1960s Vogue

Published on 2013-02-02 17:35:00

Sixties model Wilhelmina Cooper photographed by David Bailey for Vogue September 1964. This is such an elegant outfit, I love all of it, but particularly her gorgeous bouffant hairstyle! Source

Who knew she’d soon be the most beautiful woman in the world?

Published on 2013-02-02 12:18:00

Norma Jean Dougherty (who later became Marilyn Monroe) photographed for US Army magazine YANK on June 26 1945. There’s no doubting that Norma Jean is very pretty but it’s hard to see how she transformed to the iconic star she became later

Fashion design: A red sequinned dress for Marilyn

Published on 2013-02-02 06:18:23

This was inspired partly by Marilyn’s iconic red dress from Gentlemen Perfer Blondes, and partly by her habit of wearing sexy little wiggle dresses. What do you think?

Peggy Moffitt wearing a Rudi Gernreich design, 1960s

Published on 2013-02-02 00:25:00

Peggy Moffitt photographed in 1966 modelling a Rudi Gernreich design. Isn’t her makeup fabulous? Source

Faye Dunaway and Steve McQueen

Published on 2013-02-01 17:33:09

Aren’t these two just the most stylish couple you’ve ever seen? Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Related Posts:MarilynPierre Cardin 1968My vintage style: feeling tweedyThe post Faye Dunaway and Steve McQue

Pin up photo of Ziegfeld Follies girl, 1920

Published on 2013-02-01 11:27:00

Pin up photo of Ziegfeld Follies girl, Lee Worthing, taken by Alfred Cheney Johnston in 1920. Source and copyright Edited with BlogPad Pro Related Posts:Lana Turner in 1939Clara Bow1950s Christian Dior gownThe post Pin up photo of Ziegfeld Follies gi

Vintage look book: sixties Bardot in black

Published on 2013-02-01 05:47:39

I love this photo of Brigitte Bardot, it’s still got her signature hippie style, but with a real sixties vibe! Clockwise from top left: Black Floral Burnout Scarf Swing Black Dress Au Natural Trina Sandal With Gold Block Heel by Sam Edelman Ori

Official 60s White House portrait of Jackie Kennedy

Published on 2013-02-01 00:06:24

Official White House portrait U.S. First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy in 1961. Doesn’t she look young and serene in this photograph? Photographer: Mark Shaw. Source and copyright Edited with BlogPad Pro Related Posts:Wilhelmina Photographed by F.C

1920s model with a Russian Wolfhound

Published on 2013-01-31 17:47:35

Model wearing fashionable fur-trimmed coat with Russian Wolfhound dog at her side. Date taken: 1929 Source and copyright: Time Inc. Edited with BlogPad Pro Related Posts:Girl and Elephant: vintage circus photo1950s model Ruth Neumann-Derujinsky Suzy

1940s fashion photo from Harpers Bazaar

Published on 2013-01-31 12:49:27

Model Sandra Payson photographed by Hors P Horst for Harpers Bazaar February 1947 Side wrapped to the hip; Miss Sandra Payson wears the dress with the new line. A long line broken by draping at the back of the skirt, in grey wool jersey with a margin

WWII army pinup girls

Published on 2013-01-31 10:13:21

During World War 2 all of the big Hollywood stars posed for pin-up photos to raise the morale of the troops. The official US Army magazine was called YANK (is it just me that finds that funny?) Lots of the big silver screen starlets of the time are h

Quotes: Audrey Hepburn on happiness

Published on 2013-01-31 06:31:09

I heard a definition once: Happiness is health and a short memory! I wish I’d invented it, because it is very true – Audrey Hepburn Original photo of Audrey Hepburn source and copyright: Some rights reserved by fred baby Related Posts:Deb

WWII army pinup girls

Published on 2013-01-31 00:26:29

Dovima in a bikini

Published on 2013-01-30 17:15:00

1950s fashion model Dovima wearing bikini photographed by Toni Frissell in Montego Bay, Jamaica, 1946.

‘The Most Beautiful Girl in the World’: Evelyn Nesbit

Published on 2013-01-30 12:53:54

For a few years in the early 20th Century, Evelyn Nesbit was considered the Most Beautiful Girl in the World. If you would like to find out more about her and her tragic life I would recommend this article by Caviglia’s Cabinet of Curiosities E

Vintage look book: Jean Harlow in bias-cut satin

Published on 2013-01-30 06:45:53

This is my look book inspired by the Jean Harlow outfit I designed yesterday – I’m not good enough at sketching to get the textures through in the design, so you can see the fabrics I would have used here. One thing I will say is that I w

Backstage at the Moulin Rouge, 1950s

Published on 2013-01-30 00:09:25

The British dance troupe the Margaret Kelly Dancers getting ready backstage at the Moulin Rouge in May 1958. I love how messy the dressing room is, it kind of looks the way my bedroom did when I was a teenager! [7 photos] Click to view a larger versi

Monique Chevalier in 1950s Vogue

Published on 2013-01-29 12:36:31

Monique Chevalier wearing a bright pink skirt-sized apron in satiny cotton; the streamers wrapped high on the waist of a toe-length black sweater from Macy’s. Photo by Irving Penn for December Vogue 1958. Source and copyright: Some rights res

Fashion sketch: 1930s dress design for Jean Harlow

Published on 2013-01-29 06:34:12

I haven’t posted a design for a while (so much for my New Year’s resolution eh?), but this is one I did a few weeks ago with Jean Harlow in mind – the dress would be made from a gorgeous ivory satin with draping around the neck and

Reactions to JFK’s assassination

Published on 2013-01-29 00:47:51

When John F Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas on November 22nd 1963 the world went into shock. Here are some photos taken of people’s reactions to the initial news of his death… Above: New Yorker’s expression of shock at news of Jo

1950s bombshell dress from Harpers Bazaar

Published on 2013-01-28 13:03:07

A wonderful bombshell-style silk dress striped in the pink and white of carnations by Mollie Parnis. Photo from Harpers Bazaar April 1952. I love everything about this dress, the colour, the neckline, the pattern and particularly the matching gloves

Modern vintage: Fei Fei Sun goes all retro for Vogue Italia

Published on 2013-01-28 06:39:48

Chinese model Fei Fei Sun covers Vogue Italia January 2013 in wonderful retro style. I love the 50s vibe of this cover – isn’t it fabulous? I think my favourite photo is the one of her with the tall beehive in the long yellow dress, so st

La Sylph – the extreme S-bend corset

Published on 2013-01-28 00:14:00

Photo of Edith La Sylphe an American ballet and Follies Bergere dancer in the 1900s – 1920s. She took the already astonishing S-Bend or flat-fronted corset to even more contorted extremes with her ‘La Sylphe’ corset. How she could h

Elke Sommer at the Cannes Film Festival, 1960s

Published on 2013-01-27 14:51:00

Elke Sommer photographed at the 1962 Cannes Film Festival Source

Weekly recap: mink knickers, pet foxes and the re-touching debate

Published on 2013-01-27 06:40:15

Modern vintage: 70s style in Vogue Mexico A very risque pin up of Marilyn Monroe The Greta Garbo auction and the things I wish I’d bought… 1960s Barbara Streisand with a poodle Sunbathing in the snow, St. Moritz 1960s Dovima in 1950s Vogue Herb h

Joan Crawford retouched and un-retouched, 1931

Published on 2013-01-27 03:35:13

Marilyn dancing in shorts and a crop top

Published on 2013-01-27 00:15:00

Marilyn Monroe dancing in shorts and a crop top – I love this outfit, the pose, the carefree attitude, everything. This is how a Sunday morning should feel! Happy Sunday everyone! Source

Topless sunbathing in Cannes, 1960s

Published on 2013-01-26 14:49:00

Topless sunbathing in Cannes, May 1962. I love the fact that they seem to have had a proper cooked lunch with wine on the beach – better than a picnic! Source and copyright: Time Inc. Edited with BlogPad Pro Related Posts:Marilyn and the bear:

Dita Von Teese attacked by the same airbrushing artist twice in 1 month!

Published on 2013-01-26 06:14:00

Oh dear, that’s twice in the same month! The gorgeous Dita Von Teese is on the cover of another edition of Harpers Bazaar for February 2013, this time Harpers Bazaar Malaysia and has suffered the same de-featuring airbrushing as she did for the

1950s photo spread by Richard Avedon

Published on 2013-01-26 01:36:00

Mary Jane Russell photographed by Richard Avedon for January Harper’s Bazaar 1952. I’m so pleased the whole series of these photos is here – it’s really nice to see the whole photo feature rather than just 1 photo. [4 photos]

1930s chevron print gown

Published on 2013-01-25 17:34:00

1930s woman modeling a stylish chevron-print high-waisted gown with a shawl collar coat, UK

News, news and more news (it’s been a busy week!)

Published on 2013-01-25 09:05:28

Woah, this week has kind of run away with me, it’s been so busy! I’ve got news, gossip and competition winners to announce so I thought I’d put it all into 1 big post! Have you missed me? I’ll get this one out of the way first

News, news and more news (it’s been a busy week!)

Published on 2013-01-25 09:00:00

Win a stunning retro corset and accessories

Published on 2013-01-25 05:30:06

This week we’ve got this wonderful red retro corset to give away, thanks to Corsets UK. Isn’t it fabulous? Just the kind of thing I can imagine a 40s screen siren wearing! Corsets UK is a corset and accessories company which for over 20

Win a stunning retro corset and accessories

Published on 2013-01-25 05:01:00

Quotes: Brigitte Bardot on youth and experience

Published on 2013-01-25 01:12:00

Model, movie star and animal rights activist, Brigitte Bardot: I gave my beauty and my youth to men. I am going to give my wisdom and experience to animals Original photo source and copyright: Some rights reserved by Jack’s Movie Mania Edited w

1930s aviator-style sunglasses

Published on 2013-01-24 17:09:00

Actress Carole Lombard wearing metal rimmed sunglasses in

Herb hair from 1960s Vogue

Published on 2013-01-24 11:26:00

Isn’t this sixties hair style fabulous? I’m not sure where the idea came from to mix a huge jewel (diamond?) by Van Cleef & Arpels with a bunch of parsley, but it certainly makes for an eye-catching coiffure! The model also seems to have

Daily crave: the Beverly dress by Bettie Page Clothing

Published on 2013-01-24 06:42:00

If it weren’t so darn cold, I’d feel very much like dressing up in a cute 50s pencil dress today. It’s not, so I’m sitting here in jeans and a big wooly jumper instead coveting this pistachio-coloured dress by Betty Page Cloth

Win vintage greetings cards

Published on 2013-01-24 04:27:47

This week’s competition prize are these fabulously funny greetings cards courtesy of NobleWorks Cards. About the prize: Set of 11 vintage-style adult greetings cards To enter: For your chance to win these vintage cards tell us your favourite item

Clara Bow in a backless gown and mask

Published on 2013-01-24 00:41:00

1920s screen siren Clara Bow

Dancing girls in mink fur knickers, 1949

Published on 2013-01-23 13:37:00

Dancing girls during show at Latin Quarter in New York November 1949. The girls are wearing fur pants of blue mink costing $200 a pair – if only the photo were in colour! Blue mink knickers! Source

Marilyn or Liz Taylor? The showdown!

Published on 2013-01-23 11:08:24

I got to wondering this afternoon about the rivalry between Liz Taylor and Marilyn Monroe, and I thought perhaps we could settle it between ourselves – pick your favourite and let’s see who comes out on top!

Suzy Parker on the cover of 1950s Vogue

Published on 2013-01-23 06:22:00

1950s supermodel Suzy Parker, photographed for the cover of Vogue September 1952 by Roger Prigent.

Starlet in a bikini with her pet fox, Cannes 1960s

Published on 2013-01-23 03:14:01

1960s French starlet Philomene Toulouse posing for photographers with her pet fox in a paisley print bikini at the 1962 Cannes Film Festival. Source

Very stylish 1940s dog walking

Published on 2013-01-22 17:26:00

Wow, people just don’t look like this when they walk their dogs these days!

Vintage look book: 70s colour clash

Published on 2013-01-22 13:01:31

I’m feeling a bit of a 70s vibe today, and I couldn’t resist this amazing vintage dress – isn’t it stunning? Clockwise from top left: MISS FERAUD VINTAGE Graphic maxi dress CECILIA VINTAGE chain shoulder bag Korey Patent And C

Dovima in 1950s Vogue

Published on 2013-01-22 06:09:00

The amazingly-elegant Dovima from December 1953 Vogue – isn’t she wonderful? Source

Sunbathing in the snow, St. Moritz 1960s

Published on 2013-01-22 01:32:00

Baroness Fiona Thyssen-Bornemisza sun-bathing wrapped in a fur rug at resort. Location: St. Moritz, Switzerland Date taken: 1963 Source

Rita Hayworth in Monaco, 1940s

Published on 2013-01-21 17:27:00

Rita Hayworth with quite short hair in Monte Carlo, 1947. Does anyone know who she’s with in these photos?

1960s Barbara Streisand with a poodle

Published on 2013-01-21 11:16:00

A beautiful 60s portrait of Barbara Streisand with (presumably her pet) poodle photographed by Bill Eppridge Source and copyright: Time

The Greta Garbo auction and the things I wish I’d bought…

Published on 2013-01-21 05:48:19

On 14th & 15th December Julien’s Auctions held an auction of the property of Greta Garbo’s estate (yes, yes, I know I’m ridiculously late posting about this!). I’ve lost countless hours browsing through their online auction ca

Modern vintage: Dita Von Teese covers Harpers Bazaar

Published on 2013-01-21 01:36:47

Dita Von Teese cover February’s Harpers Bazaar Singapore in true starlet style. I can’t help but think that she’s had a lot of her natural beauty airbrushed out of her in this shot though – she looks more like a shop mannequin

A very risque pin up of Marilyn Monroe

Published on 2013-01-20 17:54:00

I love this pinup of Marilyn, its completely contrived and posed but I guess the best pin-ups are! Isn’t it fabulous? I think this photo is so much sexier than the infamous nude calendar shots she did in the ‘Red Velvet Sessions‘ So

Modern vintage: 70s style in Vogue Mexico

Published on 2013-01-20 11:45:39

I love the cool 70s-inspired styling of this fashion shoot from Vogue Mexico’s January 2013 issue – especially the red belted tunic top. Photographer: David Roemer Model: Jacqueline Jablonsky Styling: Sarah Gore Reeves [3 photos] Source a

Weekly recap: My big move, lots of pinup girls and Clara Bow with earrings as big as dustbin lids

Published on 2013-01-20 06:24:17

70s-inspired shorts on a snowy day Strange and beautiful 1950s Givenchy Costume design sketch for Grace Kelly Beautiful 1930s makeup 1960s schoolgirls doing a chemistry experiment in Barbados A wonderful Marilyn pin-up Sixties bra advert A beautiful

1950s Vogue

Published on 2013-01-20 00:58:00

1950s model Maria Reachi photographed wearing ‘Pink Geranium’ lipstick by Charles of the Ritz from Vogue June 1952. Source

1950s ballerina Claude Bessy

Published on 2013-01-19 15:49:31

1950s ballerina Claude Bessy striking a very impressive pose in a rainbow leotard and sash.

1930s little girl with her pet tiger cub

Published on 2013-01-19 11:34:00

Isn’t this a delightful photo? I know that opinions have changed enormously about having exotic animals as pets and you just wouldn’t see this anymore, but my 6 year old is obsessed with bit cats and would like a pet tiger more than anyth

MVS: 70s-inspired snow day

Published on 2013-01-19 06:47:47

The UK has been under a severe weather warning for the past 24 hours, but even though it snowed all day yesterday we still only have about 2 inches of snow! I think we must be the only part of the country who aren’t up to our knees in the stuff

MVS: 70s-inspired snow day

Published on 2013-01-19 06:23:50

Some strange and beautiful 1950s Givenchy fashions

Published on 2013-01-18 17:13:05

Hubert de Givenchy’s fashions which were shown in Paris in February 1952. The model above left is Jeannie Patchett but I’m not sure about the others – anyone know? I particularly like the strange triple-bow necktie contraption and h

Some strange and beautiful 1950s Givenchy fashions

Published on 2013-01-18 17:13:00

Edith Head’s costume sketch for Grace Kelly for Rear Window

Published on 2013-01-18 11:11:00

A costume design by the wonderful Edith Head for Grace Kelly’s character from the Hitchcock movie

Wonderful 1930s makeup

Published on 2013-01-18 06:07:00

1930s and 40s American actress Frances Drake wearing a velvet gown. Her makeup is a wonderful example of 30s makeup – thin brows, big eyes and full lips – beautiful! Source

1930s evangelist Aimee McPherson arriving at East Boston Airport

Published on 2013-01-18 01:00:00

1920s evalgelist and celebrity Aimee McPherson

1960s schoolgirls in Barbados

Published on 2013-01-17 17:54:00

Girls conducting an experiment in a chemistry lesson at Queen’s College, Barbados in June 1964. School uniforms just don’t look this stylish now… Source

1960s schoolgirls in Barbados

Published on 2013-01-17 17:54:00

Girls conducting an experiment in a chemistry lesson at Queen’s College, Barbados in June 1964. School uniforms just don’t look this stylish now… Source and copyright: The National Archives UK Edited with BlogPad Pro Related Posts

A lovely Marilyn Monroe pinup

Published on 2013-01-17 11:43:00

I like this photo of Marilyn, even though she’s posing it looks like an outtake from the photoshoot rather than a photo which would have been used. It’s a gorgeous photo – and all the better for being a bit different… Source

A lovely Marilyn Monroe pinup

Published on 2013-01-17 11:43:00

Vintage bra advert, 1960s

Published on 2013-01-17 06:35:00

How cute is this 60s lingerie advert? It’s from French magazine Match from 1965.

Vintage bra advert, 1960s

Published on 2013-01-17 06:35:00

How cute is this 60s lingerie advert? It’s from French magazine Match from 1965. Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by april-mo Edited with BlogPad Pro Related Posts:1960s Mary Quant mini skirts1940s cone braPsychedelic photo of Lin

Rita Hayworth ravishing in a red 40s dress

Published on 2013-01-17 01:27:00

Apologies for this photo being so small, but I couldn’t find it any larger, and I thought this dress was just wonderful! Rita Hayworth is also one of my favourite silver screen actresses. Who are your favourites? Source

Rita Hayworth ravishing in a red 40s dress

Published on 2013-01-17 01:27:00

Clara Bow wearing some incredibly long earrings

Published on 2013-01-16 11:25:33

Clara Bow (with quite dirty nails unless that was a fashionable manicure at the time?) She was incredibly beautiful, and I love her super-long earrings! Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by carbonated Edited with BlogPad Pro Related Post

Quotes: Marilyn Monroe on being alone

Published on 2013-01-16 06:47:14

I restore myself when I’m alone… Marilyn Monroe Original photo of Marilyn Monroe source and copyright: Some rights reserved by Cea. Related Posts:Peggy Moffitt in 1967Marilyn and the bear: by John VachonMarilyn Monroe shows us that tights

Mia Farrow in a gorgeous 60s chiffon dress

Published on 2013-01-16 01:37:00

I adore this photo of Mia Farrow in this chiffon gown by Pierre Cardin. She was photographed here at Frank Sinatra’s town house in 1968.

Mia Farrow in a gorgeous 60s chiffon dress

Published on 2013-01-16 01:30:43

I adore this photo of Mia Farrow in this chiffon gown by Pierre Cardin. She was photographed here at Frank Sinatra’s town house in 1968. Edited with BlogPad Pro Related Posts:1950s lingerie photosSteve McQueen looking sweaty (in a good way)Dovi

1950s Vogue feature with Anne Gunning

Published on 2013-01-15 17:07:24

50s model Anne Gunning photographed by Richard Rutledge for Vogue August 1956. She is wearing a blue denim coat with jersey lining matching her dress of Orlon and wool by Donald Brooks. I particuarly like her red beret… Source and copyright: S

Vintage look book: 60s lace minidress

Published on 2013-01-15 11:53:33

I know it’s winter, but I just fell in love with this sixties-style lace dress. I figured I could wear it just as easily with thick tights and wellies as I could with summery sandals… Clockwise from top left: Cream Lace Dress With Kimono

I’m taking the plunge!

Published on 2013-01-15 05:34:50

I’ve decided to make the big move over from blogging on WordPress.com (which has been fantastic) to WordPress.org, which is the self hosted version. I’ll still be at WeHeartVintage.co but there may be a bit of confusion while the domain n

I’m taking the plunge!

Published on 2013-01-15 05:34:44

1960s portrait of Barbara Streisand

Published on 2013-01-15 03:23:37

Barbara Streisand photographed by Bill Eppridge – isn’t this a wonderful shot? Source and copyright: Time Inc. Related Posts:1960s swimwear: snorkling in a bikini11 beautiful 1930s hairstylesMy vintage style: making like TwiggyThe post 19

1960s portrait of Barbara Streisand

Published on 2013-01-15 03:23:26

Barbara Streisand photographed by Bill Eppridge – isn’t this a wonderful shot? Source and copyright: Time Inc. Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Music, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Barbara Streisand, music, photography, retro, vintage

Rita Hayworth tap dancing with Fred Astaire (and more than keeping up!)

Published on 2013-01-14 17:54:00

I love this clip of Rita Hayworth and Fred Astaire tap dancing to The Shorty George from the movie You Were Never Lovelier by Columbia Picture (1942). Isn’t she incredible? Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1940s, Cinema, Video, Vintage Tagg

Rita Hayworth tap dancing with Fred Astaire (and more than keeping up!)

Published on 2013-01-14 17:54:00

Elvis & Sophia Loren 1958

Published on 2013-01-14 11:47:21

Sophia Loren cuddling up with Elvis in 1958 – what a great photo eh? Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by Kemon01 Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Music, Vintage Tagged: Elvis, retro, Sophia Loren, vintage

Elvis & Sophia Loren 1958

Published on 2013-01-14 11:47:21

Quotes: Audrey Hepburn on life

Published on 2013-01-14 06:12:23

The most important thing is to enjoy your life – to be happy – it’s all that matters – Audrey Hepburn Original photo of Audrey Hepburn source and copyright: Some rights reserved by fred baby Filed under: Cinema, Quotes, Vintag

Quotes: Audrey Hepburn on life

Published on 2013-01-14 06:12:23

Ava Gardner ironing

Published on 2013-01-14 01:24:03

Ava Gardner looking extremely glamourous even though she’s ironing… Related Posts Marilyn in ‘the last sitting’ by Bert Stern Jackie Kennedy’s sister with her pet dog for Vogue 1960 Penelope Tree Source and copyright: Some rights re

A young Marilyn Monroe in pigtails with binoculars

Published on 2013-01-13 16:24:07

A very young Marilyn Monroe in a plaid shirt with her hair in pigtails with binoculars Related Posts Pin up girl art with original photo Vintage lookbook: Flapper style Marilyn Monroe in a make-shift spotlight Source and copyright: Some rights reserv

Charlotte Rampling in glasses, 1970s

Published on 2013-01-13 11:24:05

English model and actress Charlotte Rampling photographed in 1970s Related Posts When Christian Dior came to Moscow, 1950s Vintage lookbook: modern flapper The 10 most iconic dresses Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by quicheisinsane Filed

Weekly recap: swimming, silk stockings and contortion

Published on 2013-01-13 06:14:17

Steve McQueen’s tanlines Clara Bow in colour A beautiful 1930s debutante My fashion sketch for a flapper dress for Clara Bow Dog running off with a girls swimsuit on the beach by Gil Elvgren Quotes: Brigitte Bardot on luxury Mary Pickford in a

1960s the Beatles swimming

Published on 2013-01-13 01:24:12

1960s photo of the Beatles in Miami Beach, FL, US. February 1964 by John Loengard (L-R) Paul McCartney, George Harrison, John Lennon & Ringo Starr of the Beatles, taking a dip in a swimming pool . Related Posts Marilyn’s costume design for ‘Diamo

Coco Chanel in 1966

Published on 2013-01-12 17:05:56

The ever stylish Coco Chanel in her trademark pearls photographed in 1966 Related Posts My vintage style: sixties mini in the perishing cold 1950s pin up girl Irish McCalla Myrna Loy Source and copyright: Time Inc. Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Jewell

1930s beachwear

Published on 2013-01-12 11:18:39

Isn’t this photo delightful? I’m not sure who, when or where it was taken, but it looks like mid 1930s to me. What do you think? Related Posts Marilyn, doing a shoulder stand A rare photo of Twiggy wearing trousers Vintage look book: Eliz

Vintage look book: Rita Hayworth in red

Published on 2013-01-12 06:19:46

Clockwise from top left: One Shoulder Sequin Sheath Maxi in the Style of Vanessa Williams Kenneth Jay Lane Waterfall Earrings Kenneth Jay Lane Dimensional Flower Ring Moscow by Morning Heel Original photo of Rita Hayworth source and copyright: Some r

Tippi Hendren in her modelling days

Published on 2013-01-12 01:32:58

Tippi Hendren with 2 other unknown models before she was discovered by Hitchcock. Related Posts Warren Beatty and Natalie Wood 50s pin up girl Betty Brosmer 1930s Lucky Strike advert: Girl in Red Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by elen

Lauren Bacall 1945

Published on 2013-01-11 17:38:16

1940s actress Lauren Bacall photographed in 1945, with a wonderful 40s hairstyle! Related Posts Twiggy in Pink with a Chunky Plait 1960s Soviet model in Paris Vintage lookbook: modern flapper Source and copyright: Time Inc. Filed under: 1940s, Cinema

1930s dancer (and contortionist?) Gertrude Fisher

Published on 2013-01-11 11:46:58

Los Angeles dancer (and possibly contortionist?!) Gertrude Fisher takes an unusual position to read the latest novel of her husband M.S. Meritt in November 1932 Related Posts Veruschka in YSL for Vogue: Youthquake 1968 1930s veiled hat by Lilly Dache

Marilyn posing with a feather

Published on 2013-01-11 06:22:31

I think these photos of Marilyn Monroe are from the famous ‘last sitting’ photoshoot by Bert Stern Related Posts Madonna as Marilyn Monroe 1970s Butterick dress pattern Vintage Vogue bridal gown pattern, 1956 Source and copyright: Som

Vintage ad for silk stockings, 1920s

Published on 2013-01-11 01:53:20

Vintage advert for blue moon silk stockings, 1926 – isn’t this gorgeous? Related Posts People queuing to see the Taylor-Burton Diamond Modern vintage: Mila Kunis as a paparazzi hunted 50s starlet Jean Patchett in a vintage Enka Rayon adve

1960s hairstyle – the ‘Marianbad’

Published on 2013-01-10 17:23:44

1960s photo of a girl in a cafe with the Marienbad hairstyle, inspired by the heroine of the movie “Last Year at Marienbad.” Related Posts Madonna 1984 Woody Allen for Smirnoff Greta Garbo as Mata Hari Source and copyright: Time Inc.

Quotes: Marlene Dietrich on her legs

Published on 2013-01-10 11:23:50

Darling, the legs aren’t so beautiful, I just know what to do with them – Marlene Dietrich Related Posts Veronica Lake, 1942 1940s girl in a bikini advertising the seaside at Whitley Bay 1960s James Bond Auditions Original photo of Marlen

Vintage look book: 70s Youthquaker Safari

Published on 2013-01-10 06:25:57

Clockwise from top left: Fossil Vintage Revival Satchel Giraffe MISSONI Woven mesh maxi dress with slip Gold mixed bangle set by Wallis Tan and Emerald Crystal Embellished Platform Sandals by Le Silla Original photo of Veruschka source and copyright:

Esther Williams

Published on 2013-01-09 17:38:46

If you’ve never seen an Esther Williams movie, and don’t understand the appeal of a swimming movie – just watch this clip and all will become clear! Wasn’t she wonderful? Related Posts Bette Davis eating an ice-cream in some f

George Hamilton at the beach 1960s

Published on 2013-01-09 11:12:59

A young George Hamilton at the beach in 1966 [2 photos] Related Posts Win a 1950s style dress Vintage daily crave: 1960s sorceress minidress Marlene Dietrich in a tuxedo 1920s Source and copyright: Time Inc. Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged

The 6 most iconic wedding dresses

Published on 2013-01-09 06:28:03

Now this is a really tough question: Who are the most iconic brides of all time? Some obvious ones spring to mind: Grace Kelly in the dress which inspired Kate Middleton’s wedding gown (or at least that’s what I suspect happened), Audrey

Rita Hayworth in the 1960s

Published on 2013-01-09 01:18:00

Rita Hayworth listening to records in the 1960s. Doesn’t she look different without her trademark long wavy hair? Related Posts 1940s lingerie & nightwear photos Quotes: Marilyn Monroe on men Girls from the Paris Lido show, Las Vegas 1958 Sourc

1930s beauty queen Anne Patterson

Published on 2013-01-08 17:15:13

1931 beauty queen Anne Patterson posing in a swimsuit – I love her hairstyle! Related Posts Wilhelmina in 1960s Vogue 1930s skiing fashions Larry Hagman: a photo tribute Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by carbonated Edited with B

1950s wedding dress pattern

Published on 2013-01-08 11:37:40

1950s wedding dress pattern by McCalls – I love the way she’s wearing her veil Related Posts Marilyn looking pretty in glasses Sunny Harnett, May 1954 60s supermodel Twiggy with a flower in her mouth Source and copyright: Some rights re

My blog has had 27 more visitors than Liechtenstein does every year!

Published on 2013-01-08 11:37:00

I’ve been a bit pushed for time over the holiday period, what with the Norovirus, Christmas, a new years eve party to organise and seemingly hundreds of other things to do (I’m not complaining – everything apart from the Norovirus w

Vintage look book: 1950s novelty prints

Published on 2013-01-08 05:37:00

I fell in love with this cute bird of paradise bag when I spotted it today, and thought it would go great with a fifties-inspired outfit. After all novelty prints were a big trend in the 50s so why not have them on a handbag? What do you think of th

Mary Pickford backstage in Boston wearing $2.98 dress and $1.00 hat

Published on 2013-01-08 01:35:41

Mary Pickford backstage at a theatre in Boston in January 1934. She’s wearing $2.98 dress and $1.00 hat – which sounds incredibly cheap but I’m not sure how that would translate now – anyone know? Related Posts Marilyn photogr

Quotes: Brigitte Bardot on luxury

Published on 2013-01-07 16:47:24

I absolutely loathe luxury. It is the one thing I cannot stand – Brigitte Bardot Related Posts 1960s swimwear: snorkling in a bikini 1950s circus photos: Those wonderful girls on the flying trapeze Jane Birkin 1969 Original photo of Brigitte Ba

Gil Elvgren pin up from 1950

Published on 2013-01-07 11:01:49

Gorgeous 1950s pin up art by Gil Elvgren of a girl on the beach having her swimsuit stolen by a dog (just like real life!) Related Posts Marilyn at Home, Hollywood, 1953 60s YSL Vintage look book: Joan Crawford 1930s Source and copyright: Some righ

Fashion sketch: flapper dress for Clara Bow

Published on 2013-01-07 06:34:21

I felt like designing something 20s inspired, but couldn’t be bothered with drawing all the beading and fringing you normally get in a flapper dress, so here’s an adaptation of the tennis-dress I designed for the ClothesBox competition. I

1930s debutante photo (I think)

Published on 2013-01-07 01:16:15

Politician Charles Evans Hughes and his daughter phtoographed in the early 1930s. I’m guessing, from the white dress and corsage that this is a debutante ball, either way isn’t she beautiful? Copyright © Leslie Jones Related Posts 1940s

Clara Bow in colour

Published on 2013-01-06 17:12:50

Clara Bow looking coy with some toys – I love the fact that this photo has been coloured, it really brings it to life! Related Posts Marilyn Monroe being laced into a corset Hitting the Las Vegas casinos, 1950s The ill-fated Sharon Tate Source

Steve McQueen showing us his tanlines

Published on 2013-01-06 11:02:41

Steve McQueen showing us his tanlines in some very low-slung tracksuit bottoms *sigh* Related Posts Modern Vintage: Louis Vuitton’s twenties-style ad campaign Dovima in a 1950s advert for Swansdown Rita Hayworth dancing with Fred Astaire Source an

Weekly recap: tattoos, Miss America and a terrible haircut

Published on 2013-01-06 06:12:38

1950s acrobats on the high wire 1960s Las Vegas cabaret shows Miss America 1930 My dress design sketch for Grace Kelly Quotes: Betty Grable on pedestals Clara Bow swimming naked Vintage look book: Elizabeth Taylor in the sixties Three gorgeous girls

Those marvellous men in their flying machines

Published on 2013-01-06 01:39:18

In the early years of aviation there were some wonderful flying machines which were flown privately and at fairs as an attraction. Here are some of my favourite ones, I particularly like the Man-kite! Would you be brave enough to try any of these?

Taking a tea break on a Western

Published on 2013-01-05 17:54:00

Actors Charlton Heston and Senta Berger taking a break during the filming of “Major Dundee”, Cuernavaca, Mexico 1964 Related Posts Audrey Hepburn in a fabulous flower-shaped hat Marilyn Choosing Ties Esquire, Calendar Girl (1944) by Varga

Lingerie advert from French Elle 1967

Published on 2013-01-05 11:41:00

Lingerie advert from French Elle 1967 Related Posts Futuristic fifties photo: Anne St Marie Greta Garbo as Mata Hari 1930s bathing suits Source

Evelyn Tripp in 1950s nylon & fur

Published on 2013-01-03 17:13:25

1950s model Evelyn Tripp photographed by Lillian Bassman for Harper’s Bazaar, November 1956 . Related Posts New photography exhibition: David Bailey’s East End George Lazenby with a very firm grip on Diana Rigg… Jerry Hall by Norman Parkins

Clara Bow swimming naked

Published on 2013-01-03 11:39:45

1920s actress Clara Bow and infamous flapper in a still from the movie “Hula”. This movie was released in 1927 before the Hayes Code was introduced in 1930 which set down ‘moral censorship guidelines’ for movie making. Relat

Vintage look book: Elizabeth Taylor 1960s

Published on 2013-01-03 06:38:00

I think Elizabeth Taylor was at her most beautiful and magnificent in the 1960s, and I couldn’t resist dressing her in some gorgeous earrings! Clockwise from top left: Ted Baker Edella Dress Kenneth Jay Lane Gold-tone cubic zirconia earrings El

Vintage swimwear

Published on 2013-01-03 01:38:29

I have no idea when this photo was taken, there’s a real mixture of bathing suit styles here, so I’m guessing maybe 1950s? What do you think? Either way I just love the carefree happy smiles on these girls faces! Related Posts Sharon Tate

1950s hairstyles: the poodle cut

Published on 2013-01-02 17:02:39

The terrible 1950s hairstyle: ‘the poodle cut’. Modelled by actresses: Denise Darcel, Peggy Ann Garner, Ann Sothern and Faye Emerson, 1952. They don’t look too impressed with it do they…?! Related Posts 1950s belly dancer Vogu

Sandra Paul on the cover of 1960s Vogue

Published on 2013-01-02 11:26:11

Sixties model Sandra Paul photographed by Bert Stern for the cover of Vogue March 1964 Related Posts Cyd Charisse in a bikini Novelty 1940s sweaters Gregory Peck getting steamy with Ann Todd Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_

My vintage style: New years day out at Brooklands

Published on 2013-01-02 06:31:38

What’s nicer than spending the first day of a new year with good friends in beautiful relaxed surroundings, laughing, talking, having fun? A bit tired, and slightly hung over, but making the most of the new year! One of my new year’s blog

Futuristic fifties photo: Anne St Marie

Published on 2013-01-02 01:23:09

1950s model Anne St. Marie photographed by Jerry Schatzberg – I love the composition of this photo! Related Posts 50s pinup Betty Brosmer and Nerina Orton (and the trend for tiny waists) 1950s actress Belinda Lee 1940s beauty photo of a woman b

1950s bridal fashion from Vogue

Published on 2013-01-01 17:29:42

A 1950s wedding dress with quite a heavy tulle veil by Tatiana from July Vogue 1957. Photography by Irving Penn. Related Posts Princess Margaret In East Africa, 1950s Janet Leigh learning to dance Elke Sommer Source and copyright: Some rights res

1940 US sailors and their tattoos

Published on 2013-01-01 11:01:00

American sailors photographed with their tattoos in 1944 (above) and in 1940 (below). I think my favourite is the dragon back tattoo – what about you? [10 photos]

Hitchcock’s blondes: 6 of the best

Published on 2013-01-01 06:59:26

Hitchcock’s preference for sophisticated icy blondes is well-known. He claimed that audiences would be suspicious of brunettes, but I think this quote shows a truer insight into his cinematic genius: Blondes are blondes make the best victims. T

Sixties model Sondra Peterson

Published on 2013-01-01 00:45:00

Sondra Peterson photographed by Irving Penn with amazing hair from October Vogue 1962. Related Posts 1940s arial ballet Strange 1951 hairstyle Jane Birkin in the library, 1960s Source

Happy (vintage) New Year!

Published on 2012-12-31 17:59:00

Happy new year everyone – 2013 is officially here (at least in my timezone), so best wishes, good luck and here’s to a great new year! x [5 photos] Above: The gorgeous Shirley Temple from a new year photo from 1935. Above: Olga San Juan

Wilhelmina Photographed by F.C. Gundlach

Published on 2012-12-31 11:00:00

Wilhelmina Cooper photographed by F.C. Gundlach for Paris Vogue April 1965 Related Posts Young 1920s girl with a big bow in her hair Bettie Page in stockings and a bikini Mary Jane Russell in Vogue 1957 Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by

Modern vintage: Lana Del Rey for Obsession Magazine

Published on 2012-12-31 06:15:56

The gorgeous Lana Del Rey is once again looking fantastically retro, this time for French Obsession magazine. What else can I say? Fabulous! [3 photos] Related Posts Dress design sketch for Marilyn’s iconic white dress Brigitte Bardot Costume desig

The Man from U.N.C.L.E

Published on 2012-12-31 01:53:33

Oh how I used to love watching “The Man from U.N.C.L.E.”! Above actors David McCallum and Robert Vaughn who of course played Illya Kuryakin and Napoleon Solo. Is it just me or do those guns look very strange? (not that I’m any k

Making movies in the 1920s

Published on 2012-12-30 17:29:06

I love these photos of movie-making in the 1920s – it gives you a real insight into what went on behind the scenes to make these fabulous movies: from the actress putting their makeup on, to the cameras they used and wide shots of the scenes &#

A young Elizabeth Taylor in fishnets

Published on 2012-12-30 11:50:35

A young fresh-faced Liz Taylor posing for a pin up photo in fishnet tights and a leotard in 1949. Did anyone watch Lindsay Lohan’s Liz & Dick by the way? Was it any good? It hasn’t come over to the UK yet as far as I know… Related P

I Dreamed I Took The Bull By The Horns In My Maidenform Bra

Published on 2012-12-30 11:33:21

“I Dreamed I Took The Bull By The Horns In My Maidenform Bra” 1960s underwear advertisement for Maidenform bullet bras published in the April 1962 issue of Woman’s Day magazine. Related Posts Marilyn as Lorelei Vintage look book: fo

Tippi Hendren before Hitchcock

Published on 2012-12-30 06:48:48

Tippi Hendren, Hitchcock’s famous blonde from The Birds and Marnie (as portrayed by Sienna Miller in The Girl recently) was a model before she started making movies. She was photographed here by Gordon Parks in 1952. Tippi Hendren is also Melan

Marilyn looking pretty in glasses

Published on 2012-12-29 17:14:52

Marilyn looking pretty in glasses – I think this might be from How to Marry a Millionaire Related Posts 1940s fashion photo by John Rawlings VJ Day celebrations in Times Square Simone D’Aillencourt covering Harpers Bazaar 1960 Source and cop

1950s National Hot Rod Association Meet

Published on 2012-12-29 11:08:07

I love the care which has gone into composing this photo of the National Hot Rod Association’s Drag Racing Meet. The meet was held in Santa Ana, California, I’m guessing some time in the 1950s. Aren’t the colours wonderful? [5 photo

5 risk-free ways to go vintage

Published on 2012-12-29 06:09:00

Do you yearn to embrace vintage fashion but don’t quite know where to start? Or find the whole idea of changing your image a bit daunting? So did I to begin with, after all sticking with jeans and a t-shirt is the easy option… But here ar

Monica Vitti by David Bailey

Published on 2012-12-29 01:46:21

Italian actress Monica Vitti photographed by David Bailey for Vogue 1965 Related Posts Sunny Harnett Gene Tierney 1930s movie star Norma Shearer by Steichen Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Edited with BlogPad Pro

Sharon Tate in The Fearless Vampire Killers

Published on 2012-12-28 17:29:54

1960s model and actress Sharon Tate with red hair from the 1966 movie ‘The Fearless Vampire Killers’. Related Posts 1951 LIFE – Vikki Dougan photographed by Nina Leen Peggy Moffitt in pearls 1940s swimwear: Shirley May France swimming t

Win a 1950s style dress

Published on 2012-12-28 11:13:00

Didn’t get the gorgeous dress you were wishing for this Christmas? There’s still hope! We have one of these beautiful 50s style leopard print dresses to give away, thanks to the lovely people at Darling. About the prize: The Marcia dress

Daily crave: London Mod bag by Fluff

Published on 2012-12-28 06:25:26

Ever since Linda Morand (she’s the model on the bottom left of the bag) shared photos of this range that she got as a birthday gift, I’ve really been craving it. There’s a whole range of items, but I love this large train case - isn

Stylish 1930s woman on a fairground ride

Published on 2012-12-28 01:42:40

1930s photo of a woman riding on a fairground horse ride – this outfit is so elegant and reminds me of everything I love about this decade – the fashions were wonderful! Related Posts Quotes: Coco Chanel on style Pin up girl art with or

An unknown Audrey Hepburn modeling with pointy ears (!)

Published on 2012-12-27 17:04:00

A young, uncredited Audrey Hepburn modeling a bizarre costume with pointy elf ears during the run of her third dance revue, Sauce Piquante. Can you spot her? Related Posts Vintage 1960s French raincoat illustration 1960s swimwear: snorkling in a biki

Samantha Jones in 1960s Vogue

Published on 2012-12-27 11:26:23

Sixties model Samantha Jones in a colorful hand printed zigzag dress by Livio de Simone from Vogue 1967. Rings and bracelets by Tiziani, India. Related Posts 1960s tights by John Rawlings Twiggy wearing a watch accented dress Veruschka in Pucci 1964

Clothes from the 1960s: underwear adverts

Published on 2012-12-27 06:14:58

Underwear underwent a huge change in the sixties, from the cone bras and cinched waists of the 1950s to the shapes and styles we still wear today. For the first time exotic prints and lace were used to make lingerie and there was variety like never

Sophia Loren playing peek-a-boo

Published on 2012-12-27 01:20:08

Actress Sophia Loren peeking over the top of Roma newspaper, 1950s Related Posts Cyd Charisse Marilyn with her eyes closed 1940s evening fashion: the fullest chiffon skirt Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by joanneteh_32(loving Laduree)

The 1960s Peter Pan swimsuit

Published on 2012-12-26 17:23:46

A vintage swimsuit advert from 1967 for the Peter Pan swimsuit. Strange to see a swimwear advert which isn’t ‘on’ the model, but it’s certainly eye catching! Related Posts Marilyn Steve McQueen with Peggy Moffitt Vogue Februar

Girls from the Paris Lido show, Las Vegas 1958

Published on 2012-12-26 11:33:17

Girls from the famed Paris Lido show performing on raised platforms at the Stardust hotel & casino December 1958. It’s a good job none of them have vertigo isn’t it? Related Posts 1950s Swimwear Diana Dors Vintage Lookbook: Rita Hayworth

Quotes: Coco Chanel on dealing with heartbreak

Published on 2012-12-26 06:08:39

“If you are sad, if you are heartbroken, make yourself up, dress up, add more lipstick and attack. Men hate women who weep” - Coco Chanel. Related Posts 1940s bridal fashion photo from McCall Magazine Dovima in pink Swansdown Kim Novak fr

Gil Elvgren pinup girl and photo

Published on 2012-12-26 01:11:00

I got a few complaints about my top 7 pinups post last week because I didn’t include Gil Elvgren pinups in my list – and rightly so! So this is for all you Gil Elvgren fans, not only the pin up but the girl who modeled for it too! Related

1950s Bluebell girl

Published on 2012-12-25 17:13:00

Chorus girl of the Bluebell Girls checking her costume in the dressing room of the Stardust hotel & casino before a performance. Vegas 1959 Related Posts 1930s bridal fashion 1960s vintage advert for Cameo Stockings 1951 LIFE – Vikki Dougan photogr

Rita Hayworth eating a huge sandwich

Published on 2012-12-25 11:49:18

As you’re lying on the sofa after eating enormous amounts of turkey and Christmas pudding and reaching for that box of chocolates, console yourself with this photo of Rita Hayworth eating the most enormous sandwich (and looking fabulous while s

An arial photo of Marilyn swimming

Published on 2012-12-25 06:25:12

This is my little Christmas present to you – I think this is one of the most lovely photos of Marilyn – perfect for Christmas day! Have a great day everyone! Related Posts 1920s Follies girl Mary Eaton in a New Look style dress Audrey Hep

Merry Vintage Christmas from me and a very confused Clara Bow

Published on 2012-12-25 01:17:00

I have no idea what Clara Bow’s supposed to be doing here – she looks as confused as I feel! I think this is from the same photoshoot as the igloo pinup of her from my earlier post. Anyway – hope you’re all having a fabulous C

Cary Grant and Mae West

Published on 2012-12-24 16:27:50

Cary Grant and Mae West (with strange drawn-on eyebrows) from the movie ‘I’m No Angel’ in 1933 Related Posts http://weheartvintage.co/2012/05/23/vintage-lookbook-the-great-gatsby/ Model wearing cook’s hat by Jacques Fath 1952 Cath

Jean Shrimpton by David Bailey 1965

Published on 2012-12-24 11:44:39

The wonderful Jean Shrimpton in a fur coat, photographed by David Bailey in 1965 Related Posts Greta Garbo as Queen Christina Vintage look book: Lana Turner in Vivienne Westwood Andy Warhol Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_

Clothes from the 1920s: tailored suits

Published on 2012-12-24 06:35:46

The shape of tailoring completely changed in the 1920s from the extreme corseting and long skirts of the early 1900s to a more boyish silhouette. Women had more freedom in dressing than ever before with shorter skirts and looser more comfortable styl

Gorgeous 1930s outfit

Published on 2012-12-24 01:42:00

I love this 1930s outfit – it’s so simple and chic. I’m not sure whether the top is a swimsuit or just a halter top, but it looks great with the loose straight trousers. I want this outfit! Related Posts Amelia Earhart Vintage Harpe

Costume design for Grace Kelly’s gold dress from To Catch a Thief

Published on 2012-12-23 17:58:13

The amazing gold gown worn by Grace Kelly from the Hitchcock movie To Catch a Thief. Costume Design by Edith Head Related Posts How to wear vintage fashion Photos of Marilyn Monroe on her USO tour in Korea, 1954 1950s model Anne Gunning in the ‘m

Jane Fonda as Barbarella being attacked by paraqueets

Published on 2012-12-23 11:05:00

Jane Fonda being attached by paraqueets & finches in a scene from the movie “Barbarella.” Related Posts Paris Fashion Week 1962 Audrey Hepburn Zsa Zsa Gabor Source and copyright: Time Inc. Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1960s, Cinem

Weekly recap: The best pinup girls, santa school & ice-skating waiters

Published on 2012-12-23 06:33:45

Marilyn Monroe’s Christmas pin up A new trailer for Baz Luhrmann’s The Great Gatsby An astonishing 1960s fishnet maxi dress Santa training school in the 60s Clara Bow in a barely there bikini What did prohibition-era speakeasys really loo

British Vogue, July 1959

Published on 2012-12-23 00:35:55

Carmen Dell’Orefice by Norman Parkinson British Vogue, July 1959 Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Related Posts Lobby cards from Dr No, 1962 Shopping for straw hats in Haiti, 1950 Julie Newmar mid-leap Edite

1940s life guard girls in Santa Monica

Published on 2012-12-22 17:55:35

Santa Monica life guard’s party aboard a boat. The girls above are putting on fins to go diving, these are special fins used to dive for victims because they triple the swimmers’ speed. Photos were taken in1940. [3 photos] Related Posts S

Floods in Venice in the 1950s and 60s

Published on 2012-12-22 11:10:31

Photos showing floods in Venice in September 1968 (colour photos) and December 1952 (black and white photos). [7 photos] Related Posts Elvis: Live a little, love a little poster from 1968 Evelyn Tripp in a nylon advert from Harper’s Bazaar, August

My vintage style: preppy jumper and seamed tights

Published on 2012-12-22 06:33:51

What do you think of these seamed tights? Aren’t they fabulous?! Appropriately they have J’taime squiggled along the seams (which for those of you who don’t have my very basic knowledge of French means I love you!). I though I’

Pin up photo of Betty Grable aged 13

Published on 2012-12-22 00:53:03

Betty Grable photographed around 1930 age 13 – she lied about her age… Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by Jack’s Movie Mania Related Posts Celia Hammond in 1960s Vogue 1920s movie star Lillian Gish Marilyn Monroe pole

Esther Williams in a wedding dress

Published on 2012-12-21 17:57:14

Esther Williams in a wedding dress 1952. As far as I know this is a promo photo rather than a real wedding. She was married 4 times, but I don’t think any of them were in 1952… Related Posts Vintage advert: 1930s coffee poster 1950s actre

1960s catwalk show, Paris

Published on 2012-12-21 11:05:00

A gorgeous black dress with crossover straps from a 1962 fashion show in Paris. Related Posts Vintage Lookbook: 1950s Jerry Hall by Norman Parkinson, Vogue 1975 Sunny Harnett in long black fur from Vogue 1952 Source and copyright: Time Inc. Edited wi

Daily crave: Freya Faye bra

Published on 2012-12-21 06:31:06

This is one for all us girls out there with big boobs! We’re well into the party season now and with 50s silhouettes popular again what you wear under your party dress is just as important as the rest of the outfit. Make the most of your hourgl

Marilyn Monroe in front of a wardrobe which matches her lipstick

Published on 2012-12-21 01:07:00

Marilyn Monroe photographed by Philippe Halsman wearing a white ruched dress in 1952 Related Posts 1940s rainwear My vintage style: sixties mini in the perishing cold Moira Shearer, The Red Shoes Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dov

Marilyn Monroe shows us that tights ARE as sexy as stockings…

Published on 2012-12-20 16:20:00

Marilyn shows us just how sexy tights can be in this 1950s Christmas pin up photo… Related Posts Vintage circus: trapese artist My Wednesday question to you… Sophia Loren in a nightie which leaves very little to the imagination! Source and c

1950s hat – not sure what to think of this!

Published on 2012-12-20 11:05:00

A very strange hat from spring 1951 modeled in Paris. I don’t know whether it would look better from the back – what do you think..?

The Great Gatsby: new trailer released

Published on 2012-12-20 05:59:04

A new trailer to Baz Luhrmann’s much anticipated The Great Gatsby has finally been released and I have to say it looks as sensational as I hoped. The costumes are by Prada and the diamonds by Tiffany and the whole look of it so far is delicious

Vintage look book: sixties grand prix

Published on 2012-12-20 01:30:00

An outfit inspired by a mixture of mod style and the cool fashions of the race circuits of the 1960s – think of Steve McQueen in his race overalls… *sigh* Clockwise from top left: The Grand Prix Legging in Winter White rika RIK-D-NOVA-JAC

1960s fishnet dress

Published on 2012-12-19 16:30:00

Fashion model Donyale Luna posing in see-through crocheted floor-length dress with extreme cutout back, as other models strike posed in mod clothes behind her. 1967 Sydney Australia Related Posts Marilyn Monroe in a make-shift spotlight Waverly Place

Santa Claus school, 1960s

Published on 2012-12-19 11:04:00

Department store Santa’s in training photographed in November 1961 in New York. These men were hoping to pass their Santa School training and get a certificate which will let them get employed for the Christmas season. Duties seemed to include

Clara Bow in a barely-there bikini, 1933

Published on 2012-12-19 06:18:13

Clara Bow in a publicity shot for her comeback movie “Hoopla” (which bombed at the box office) from 1933. Related Posts Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by thefoxling Steve McQueen with Peggy Moffitt Vintage French weddings

The roaring 20s speakeasy fashions: fiction vs photos

Published on 2012-12-19 01:23:31

When I picture a speakeasy I can’t help but think of Fat Sam’s from the movie Bugsy Malone – full of flappers, good time girls and gangsters in sharp suits. But how accurate is this? I got curious and decided to see what real life p

Video: Twiggy in ‘The Boyfriend’

Published on 2012-12-18 16:05:00

The Boyfriend is one of my all-time favourite movies – if you haven’t seen it I thoroughly recommend it. Twiggy

Peggy Guggenheim sunbathing in Venice, 1950s

Published on 2012-12-18 11:04:44

Heiress Peggy Guggenheim photographed in 1953 sunbathing on terrace of her Venier dei Leoni Palace on the Grand Canal in Venice. Related Posts A young Julie Andrews, 1960 Gil Elvgren girl pin up Party girl Marilyn Source and copyright: Time Inc. File

Quotes: Marilyn Monroe on men

Published on 2012-12-18 06:45:00

I don’t I mind living in a man’s world as long as I can be a woman in it – Marilyn Monroe Related Posts Rio carnival samba parade, 1970s Vintage Lookbook: Dita Von Teese’s VIP Trench Coat A rare photo of Twiggy wearing trousers Or

1960s Vogue

Published on 2012-12-18 01:13:00

Wilhelmina Cooper in a red and baby blue silk gown from March Vogue 1964 Related Posts Marilyn Modern vintage: Lana del Rey for H&M Nena von Schlebrugge from Vogue 1962

Rita Hayworth – wow check out those legs!

Published on 2012-12-17 16:55:00

Fred Astaire and Rita Hayworth (how long are her legs?!) in a publicity photo for ”You’ll Never Get Rich”. Rita Hayworth is probably my all time favourite movie star – so glamourous and beautiful, I was compltely awestruck by

1930s ice bar complete with skating waiters in St. Moritz

Published on 2012-12-17 11:04:00

A British couple sitting on high stools at the ice bar of the Grand Hotel in St Moritz, Switzerland 1932. [3 photos]

Vintage lookbook: golden flapper

Published on 2012-12-17 06:30:00

I know I keep blogging 1920s style flapper dresses, but I keep discovering new ones and they’re just so perfect for the party season! I love the idea of the cheeky black hold-ups with the gold and nude outfit… What do you think? Good outf

Marilyn Monroe rehearsing on set

Published on 2012-12-17 01:06:00

Marilyn Monroe rehearsing on set. Does anyone know which movie this might have been from? Related Posts Marilyn Choosing Ties Girl in front of a 1960s window display Lisa Fonssagrives-Penn covering Christmas Vogue 1950 Source and copyright: Some ri

The pin up girl – 7 of the best

Published on 2012-12-16 14:57:23

Pin up girls or cheesecake models have been popular since the early 20th centry – here are my pick of my favourites and the most influential. Betty Grable Betty Grable was one of the most popular pin up girls during WW2. Famed for having the be

Quotes: Mae West on evil

Published on 2012-12-16 14:31:00

The one and only Mae West who came up with some of the best and wittiest quotes around

60 fashion: Linda Morand

Published on 2012-12-16 11:22:10

Some gorgeous sixties fashions with vertical and horizontal stripes and pleats – so chic! Related Posts Cyd Charisse for LIFE Magazine Marilyn by Bert Stern 1960s fashion Used with kind permission by Linda Morand Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed u

Weekly recap: famous photographers, beautiful girls and a pair of really ugly shoes

Published on 2012-12-16 06:31:39

1940s cropped sweater with bows Audrey Hepburn with a huge flower on the side of her head John Lennon talks about life… Marilyn – perfectly glamorous RIP Bettie Page who died on this day in 2008 Famous photographers: Louise Dahl-Wolfe. Th

The Dolly Sisters, 1920s double act

Published on 2012-12-16 01:35:00

The Dolly Sisters, 1920s double act, 1927 Dolly Sisters. Taken by James Abbe in 1927. Source

Dorian Leigh in a nude chiffon dress

Published on 2012-12-15 16:30:37

Model Dorian Leigh sporting black picture hat while showing off accordian pleats of a straight-hanging sheer dress (Jane Derby, $250) which can swirl into a ten-yard circle of flesh-colored chiffon. Related Posts Elizabeth Taylor aged 15 1950s fashio

1950s Vogue: Simone D’Aillencourt

Published on 2012-12-15 11:12:00

Simone D’Aillencourt wearing a sequined dress by Frederick Starke, photographed Claude Virgin for Vogue 1958 Related Posts Pin up girl with towel, by Joyce Ballantyne Wilhelmina in 1960s Vogue My fantasy interview: all about Marilyn Monroe in h

Vintage look book: Tim Burton vs the Wizard of Oz

Published on 2012-12-15 06:19:27

I spotted these fabulous ruby slippers and couldn’t resist doing a Dorothy-inspired outfit – it all just turned out a bit Tim Burton in the end… What do you think? Clockwise from top left: Womens Judy Black Strapless Maxi Dress Cath

Young Marilyn jumping and laughing in UGLY shoes!

Published on 2012-12-15 01:55:00

A young Marilyn jumping and laughing wearing shorts a tight sweater and wearing some ugly shoes! Related Posts 1950s Christian Dior gown Brigitte Bardot with pigtails Cheryl Tiegs in a swimsuit, 1970s Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by

Fifth Avenue in the 1950s

Published on 2012-12-14 16:29:57

Young woman walking on busy Fifth Avenue, New York City photographed by Gjon Mili for LIFE magazine, 1956. Related Posts 1960s monkey fur coats Hitting the Las Vegas casinos, 1950s Model Veruschka Dancing in Desert, 1968 Source and copyright: Time In

Ginger Rogers doing a fan dance

Published on 2012-12-14 11:27:02

A pin-up photo of Ginger Rogers posing behind a big ostrich-feather fan from Sitting Pretty 1948 Related Posts Jerry Hall in Christian Dior Mary Jane Russell in Vogue 1957 1950s model Ruth Neumann-Derujinsky Source and copyright: Some rights res

My vintage style: sixties mini in the perishing cold

Published on 2012-12-14 06:36:11

Wow, it was chilly out there this morning! It had only just got light (check out the dawn photo below when it really WAS too dark to be taking photos!) But if you’re wrapped up in a warm fur coat wearing a miniskirt isn’t too bad… a

Harriet Hoctor, 1926

Published on 2012-12-14 01:34:44

Harriet Hoctor photographed by Edward Thayne Monroe in 1926. Harriet was a dancer and actress who went onto star in Hollywood movies in the 1930s. Related Posts Artist cheesecake pinup girl 1930s hat fashions Uma Thurman’s mum: 1960s model Nena von

Wonderful 1940s hairstyle (in the bath)

Published on 2012-12-13 16:40:14

Model sits in a bubble bath showing of a very pretty hairstyle, from 1948 Related Posts Veruschka Looking stylish in the ketchup aisle… Veruschka in Pucci 1964 Source and copyright: Time Inc. Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1940s, Fashion, Vi

Anne St. Marie in fur and diamonds

Published on 2012-12-13 11:05:49

1950s fashion model Anne St. Marie wearing a yellow coat with a fur collar and diamond earrings by Cartier. Photo by Karen Radkai. Related Posts 1930s dancer Peggy Lee Vargas pin up girl Vintage advert for Ceil Chapman, 1951 Source and copyright:

Vintage look book: an off-duty Gene Kelly

Published on 2012-12-13 06:20:00

I’m trying something a bit different today and thought I’d go for some mens vintage style inspiration courtesy of Gene Kelly. One of my first silver-screen crushes (I watched 40s and 50s movies even as a kid) – I loved how Gene Kell

1950s Vogue by Irving Penn

Published on 2012-12-13 01:05:00

Fifties model Sunny Harnett in June Vogue 1952 photographed by Irving Penn Related Posts Marilyn Elizabeth Taylor in 1960s Marilyn Monroe in bed Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under

1950s sweater with bows

Published on 2012-12-12 16:52:21

I love this cropped sweater with bows, photographed in 1952. Related Posts Sunny Harnett in 1950s Vogue Esther Williams Marilyn on her way to visit an orphanage Source and copyright: Time Inc. Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Jew

Audrey Hepburn in a fabulous flower-shaped hat

Published on 2012-12-12 11:14:00

Audrey Hepburn photographed in the 1960s by Howell Conant wearing a gorgeous flower shaped hat. Related Posts Vintage advert for Ceil Chapman, 1951 1960s model Celia Hammond by Bert Stern Suzy Parker in a 1950s Modess Advert Source and copyright: S

Quotes: John Lennon on life

Published on 2012-12-12 06:57:48

I’d heard this quote lots of times, but didn’t realise it was said by John Lennon. Life is what happens while you are busy making other plans Related Posts Clara Bow Pin up girl art with original photo Fifties pin-up Julie Newmar Original

Classic Marilyn Monroe – pure glamour

Published on 2012-12-12 00:55:00

Marilyn Monroe photographed in the 1950s in a strapless satin gown with a fur stole and long gloves. Related Posts Natalie Wood Marilyn with dark hair & a beauty spot Fashion photo by Gordon Parks for Lilly Daché, 1952 Source and coopyright: Some

Pinup girl Bettie Page

Published on 2012-12-11 16:37:11

The wonderful ‘Queen of Pinups’ Bettie Page who died on this day in 2008. Related Posts 1960s vintage advert for Cameo Stockings Elke Sommer Steve McQueen looking sweaty (in a good way) Source and copyright: Creative Commons Attribution-S

A young Marlon Brando, 1950

Published on 2012-12-11 11:23:45

A young Marlon Brando photographed by Philippe Halsman, 1950 Related Posts 1960s fashion photo of model Suzy Parker Hedy Lamarr The fabulous Julie Newmar in a gold swimsuit Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by sofi01 Edited with BlogPa

Famous photographers: Louise Dahl-Wolfe

Published on 2012-12-11 06:16:22

Louise Dahl-Wolfe was a photographer famous for her work for Harpers Bazaar during the 1940s and 50s who died on this day in 1989. Dahl-Wolfe worked as a staff fashion photographer at Harper’s Bazaar from 1936 to 1958, and then worked as a freelan

60s style icon Peggy Moffitt

Published on 2012-12-11 01:05:00

60s style icon Peggy Moffitt in a black shift minidress Related Posts Jerry Hall in Christian Dior Elizabeth Taylor, 1960s Vintage daily crave: Lulu Guinness eye clutch Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Edited with

1950s copy of a Chanel suit

Published on 2012-12-10 16:38:41

Woman wearing Daridow copy of Chanel evening suit. Photographed in 1958 by Gordon Parks. Related Posts Audrey Hepburn under a striped umbrella James Dean 1930s actress Marilyn Miller Source and copyright: Time Inc. Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed unde

1970s spandex disco jumpsuits

Published on 2012-12-10 11:31:15

1970s spandex disco jumpsuits – what a fabulous fashion statement! Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by Sacheverelle Related Posts 1950s model Anne St. Marie Veronica Lake in army uniform 1950s beauty photo by Lillian Bassman Edi

Vintage look book: elegant 50s with an edge

Published on 2012-12-10 07:43:51

If I was a rich girl… I’d fill my wardrobe with Vivienne Westwood dresses! Johnny Loves Rosie Woolen Feather Beret Hairband Women’s Better Knot Fray & Floral Print Black Dress by Vivienne Westwood Anglomania CASADEI peep-toe pumps S

1940s cone bra

Published on 2012-12-10 01:36:00

1940s fashion photo of a satin cone bra – I love the fact that the model is using a flimsy lace fan so that she doesn’t flash too much flesh! Related Posts 1960s bikini-clad girls sunbathing in Cannes In Front of the Eiffel Tower The Duke

Anne St Marie for 1950s Vogue

Published on 2012-12-09 16:00:15

1950s model Anne St Marie photographed writing on the window of a phone booth in lipstick by Jerry Schatzberg Related Posts Evelyn Tripp in a nylon advert from Harper’s Bazaar, August 1957 1920s Ziegfeld Follies girl Delores Costello Vintage 1960s

1940s TV actress Joy Lansing

Published on 2012-12-09 11:22:26

Various publicity photos of TV actress Joy Lansing. I particularly love the photo of her riding the bucking horse and STILL managing to smile and pose and look amazing! [3 photos] Related Posts Marilyn in ‘the last sitting’ by Bert Stern Cyd Char

Weekly recap: small waists, unsupported boobs and Clara Bow in her underwear

Published on 2012-12-09 06:29:10

My pick of the things you don’t want to miss out on from this weeks blog posts… Barbara Streisand in need of a good strapless bra A visual history of corsets and waist training Lana Tuner in Vivienne Westwood Fred Astaire on kids today 19

Vintage Vogue bridal gown pattern, 1956

Published on 2012-12-09 01:13:24

Vintage Vogue bridal gown pattern, 1956 by Jacques Fath Related Posts 1930s ballet dancers taking a break 1920s Ziegfeld Follies: the Dolly sisters, decked out in feathery costumes 1960s mod girl on a scooter Source and copyright: Some rights res

Vintage Christmas pinup: Clara Bow in her skimpies outside an igloo

Published on 2012-12-08 16:28:39

A festive pin up photo of 1920s movie star and iconic flapper Clara Bow in her underwear outside an igloo… Related Posts By John Rawlings Teenage Elizabeth Taylor in a pink tutu Gil Elvgren girl pin up Source and copyright: Some rights reserve

Princess Margaret In East Africa, 1950s

Published on 2012-12-08 11:58:23

Princess Margaret showing us while she was a style icon, during a tour of East Africa in 1956. [2 photos] Related Posts ca.1967 Henry Clarke ,Veruschka in Paisley Shawl and Bikini at Beach Marilyn in Niagara Gina Lollobrigida Source and copyright: T

Quotes: Elizabeth Taylor on Cleopatra

Published on 2012-12-08 10:39:20

Elizabeth Taylor when asked about Cleopatra: I really don’t remember much about Cleopatra. There were a lot of other things going on… Related Posts Costume design sketch for Marilyn Monroe 1960s fashion photo: Ave B Ava Gardner in waders

Quote: Marilyn Monroe on being a sex symbol

Published on 2012-12-08 06:05:23

A sex symbol becomes a thing. I just hate to be a thing. – Marilyn Monroe Related Posts Marilyn in Niagara Grace Kelly in the sea Vintage lookbook: 1970s Blondie Original photo source and copyright: Time Inc. Filed under: Cinema, Quotes, Vintag

Win a pearl bracelet with silver heart charm

Published on 2012-12-08 02:39:54

I thought there was just time to sneak another competition in before Christmas. So for your chance to win this beautiful freshwater pearl bracelet with sterling silver heart charm just follow the instructions below: To enter: For your chance to win

Cigarette Advert from 1933

Published on 2012-12-08 01:53:19

Photograph used for a 1930s cigarette advert by Alfred Cheney Johnston, 1933 Related Posts 1960s eye makeup and geometric prints Grace Kelly Lisa Fonssagrives-Penn covering Christmas Vogue 1950 Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by ky_ols

Vintage blouse advert from Vogue 1960

Published on 2012-12-07 16:28:42

Model Isabella Albonico photographed for Macshore Classics blouses from October Vogue 1960 Related Posts 1950s photo of Dorian Leigh Brigitte Bardot LIFE Magazine 1958 Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Edited with Blog

Barbara Streisand sunkissed and smiling, 1970s

Published on 2012-12-07 11:08:28

Barbara Streisand sunkissed and smiling (but in need of a good strapless bra), 1970s Related Posts Rita Hayworth dancing with Fred Astaire Marlene Dietrich Debbie Reynolds Source and copyright: Time Inc. Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1970s, Ci

Competition news

Published on 2012-12-07 08:00:18

I just wanted to apologise for the delay in getting our new competition up and running – it should be ready and up here tomorrow morning (and no, I’m not giving you any more clues as to the fabulous prize, you’ll just have to check

Vintage look book: formal fifties

Published on 2012-12-07 06:06:01

If you’re looking for a smart 50s-inspired look go for a full-skirted dress and team this with a tailored jacket with a nipped in waist. Finish off the look with big stud earrings and some kitten heels – what do you think? Alexander McQue

Brigitte Bardot in fishnets, 1955

Published on 2012-12-07 01:04:55

Brigitte Bardot in fishnet tights and ballet shoes, 1950s Related Posts Young Jane Fonda, early 1960s 5 vintage style icons Audrey Hepburn Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1950

Jean Harlow looking thoughtful

Published on 2012-12-06 16:06:11

1930s movie star and sex symbol Jean Harlow, who died suddenly from renal failure at the age of 26. Related Posts Simone D’Aillencourt covering Harpers Bazaar 1960 Cyd Charisse 1930s Lucky Strike advert: Girl in Red Source and copyright: Some rig

Modern vintage: Sienna Miller on the cover of Harpers Bazaar January 2013

Published on 2012-12-06 11:40:27

Sienna Miller reminds me of 60s style icon Edie Sedgwick in these photos by David Slijper for Harper’s Bazaar UK January issue 2013. Love those geometric prints and big eyeliner – doesn’t she look gorgeous! [3 photos] Photos source: Ha

Quotes: Fred Astaire on kids today

Published on 2012-12-06 06:02:22

The hardest job kids face today is learning good manners without seeing any: Fred Astaire Related Posts Vintage Style Heroes: Andi B. Goode Sixties eye makeup tutorial by Twiggy 1950s Harpers Bazaar at the Hotel Nacional, Havana Original photo source

Marilyn’s costume design for ‘Diamonds are a girls best friend’

Published on 2012-12-06 01:01:05

Travilla’s Costume Design for Marilyn Monroe from the movie “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes”. Dressing Marilyn: How a Hollywood icon was styled by William Travilla – Andrew Hansford with Karen Homer Related Posts Marilyn Monroe Blon

Mia Farrow smoking 1960s

Published on 2012-12-05 16:03:38

A beautiful close-up portrait of Mia Farrow smoking 1960s Related Posts 1940s multiple exposure photo of a Ballerina Marilyn Monroe The best mens vintage fashions from Goodwood Revival Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by quicheisinsane

Paris Fashion Week 1962

Published on 2012-12-05 11:08:01

A beautiful 1960s fashion photo of a model (I’m not sure who) wearing a tailored coat and turban-style hat from Paris Fashion Week 1962. Related Posts 1920s movie star Lillian Gish 1930s skiing fashions Steve McQueen and Faye Dunaway – some g

Waist training: a visual history of corsetry

Published on 2012-12-05 06:57:32

I found myself wondering the other day about waist training and just how corsets and girdles have shaped women and fashions over the last century. The fashion for different body types has definitely changed with the decades, but what underwear was ne

Marilyn Monroe & Jane Russell both in white halterneck dresses

Published on 2012-12-05 01:08:21

Marilyn Monroe & Jane Russell both in white halterneck dresses. I think this photo was from 1953 when they put their signatures, hand and footprints in cement outside Graumans Chinese Theatre (below)

1960s bra advert

Published on 2012-12-04 16:59:50

1960s bra advert from French Elle 1968 Related Posts Elvis: Live a little, love a little poster from 1968 Mary Jane Russell photographed by Louise Dahl-Wolfe Audrey Hepburn, 1955 Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by lobstar28 Edited with

1960s Pucci prints

Published on 2012-12-04 11:07:57

Fashion designer Emilio Pucci with two young women wearing his iconic print designs. Bahamas 1968 Related Posts Marilyn, Putting Her Face On Barbara Goalen wearing a 1950s wool suit Marilyn Monroe reading James Joyce, 1954 Source and copyright: Time

My vintage style: green shoes on a frosty morning

Published on 2012-12-04 06:44:40

I have to admit, there’s not a lot of vintage in this outfit – just my (faux) fur gilet – oh and my shoes which were a second-hand eBay buy (they’ve got leopard print soles – how cute is that?!). I also wanted to share t

1930s actress Marilyn Miller

Published on 2012-12-04 01:24:56

1930s actress and dancer Marilyn Miller photographed as a ballerina in 1932. Related Posts Veruschka 1968 Leslie Caron dancing Marilyn sucking her tummy in and looking cold! Source and copyright Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1930s, Cinema, Vin

Twiggy, 1960s

Published on 2012-12-03 16:27:44

ca. November 1967, New York, New York, USA. Twiggy wearing as equinned bolero with hand thongs Image by © Condé Nast Archive/Corbis Related Posts Marilyn Monroe in a make-shift spotlight Sunny Harnett in 1950s Vogue Mary Jane Russell photographed b

1950s model Dorian Leigh

Published on 2012-12-03 11:07:55

Model Dorian Leigh wearing white pique dance dress by Traina-Norell with black accessories. 1950 Related Posts Big exciting news (and some iPad apps to giveaway!) 1920s movie star Lillian Gish http://weheartvintage.co/2012/09/18/silent-movie-star-glo

Vintage look book: Lana Turner in Vivienne Westwood

Published on 2012-12-03 06:48:23

I saw this Vivienne Westwood dress this morning and though it looked perfectly 40s, so I thought Lana Turner would look great in this outfit! What do you think? Clockwise from top left: Johnny Loves Rosie Black Veil & Rose Feather Fascinator Women

Marilyn Monroe smiling at the camera

Published on 2012-12-03 01:28:53

A beautiful portrait of Marilyn smiling at the camera – I love how relaxed she is in this photo… Related Posts Audrey Hepburn Silent movie star Gloria Swanson Lana Turner in 1939 Source and copyright Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1

Brigitte Bardot

Published on 2012-12-02 16:06:16

Brigitte Bardot by Cornel Lucas 1955 Related Posts Marilyn by Milton Greene Madonna 1984 Peggy Moffitt wearing a 1971 Rudi Gernreich swimsuit Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_I/ Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1

Young Jane Fonda, early 1960s

Published on 2012-12-02 11:55:39

A young and very beautiful Jane Fonda photographed by Gjon Mili in 1961 Related Posts Steve McQueen, shirtless and handsome… Warren Beatty and Natalie Wood 1960s eye makeup and geometric prints Source and copyright: Time Inc. Filed under: 1960s, Ci

Sunday recap: a flapper, some nunchucks and Dior behind the Iron Curtain

Published on 2012-12-02 06:41:25

My quick recap of the We Heart Vintage highlights you won’t want to miss from this week! When Christian Dior went behind the Iron Curtain, 1950s Red and white mod fashion from 1968 The astonishing Bruce Lee playing ping pong with Nunchucks Th

Grace Kelly looking just… perfect

Published on 2012-12-02 01:05:21

What can I say? Was there ever a more beautiful woman than Grace Kelly..? Perfection! Related Posts 1960s James Bond Auditions Clara Bow looking a bit like Liza Minnelli 1951 LIFE – Vikki Dougan photographed by Nina Leen Source and copyright: Som

Raquel Welch laughing in a white bikini

Published on 2012-12-01 16:51:24

Raquel Welch laughing in a white bikini Related Posts Greta Garbo as Mata Hari Coco Chanel Teenage Elizabeth Taylor in a pink tutu Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1970s, Cinem

Gorgeous 1950s Balenciaga

Published on 2012-12-01 11:15:30

A black wool suit by Balenciaga from October 1950 with a green wool stole, red velvet beret trimmed with black ostrich. Isn’t this a striking outfit? Related Posts 1940s surf girls in their swimsuits Girl in front of a 1960s window display Mick

Vintage lookbook: modern flapper

Published on 2012-12-01 06:57:35

The party season is the perfect time to dress up and have some fun, so embrace your inner flapper with a modern take on 20s flapper style. What do you think of this outfit? Clockwise from top left: Sportmax SPMAX-D-DIEGO dresses YELLOW Serpentine Bla

Marilyn Monroe’s costume sketch by Travilla

Published on 2012-12-01 01:11:07

Marilyn Monroe costume design for the movie The Stripper byTravilla Related Posts Marilyn Monroe Marilyn in Red A very young Jane Fonda Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by thefoxling Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1950s, Cinema,

Josephine Baker

Published on 2012-11-30 16:02:27

1930s singer, actress and dancer Josephine Baker Related Posts Marilyn Choosing Ties Marilyn by Bert Stern 1930s Lucky Strike advert: Girl in Red Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by carbonated Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1930s,

1950s Dior in Moscow

Published on 2012-11-30 11:31:32

1950s fashions by Christian Dior photographed in a Soviet playground in Moscow Related Posts Brigitte Bardot with pigtails Suzy Parker in Jacques Griffe Gown, 1953 Vintage Jacques Fath gown with red sash Source and copyright: Time Inc. Edited with B

1950s pin up girl Irish McCalla

Published on 2012-11-30 01:18:37

1960s and 60s pin up girl and TV actress Irish McCalla photographed in 1959 Related Posts Marilyn on her way to visit an orphanage Vintage Lookbook: Dressing Doris Day 1960s fashion photo of model Suzy Parker Sourceand copyright: Some rights reser

Pin up girl art with original photo

Published on 2012-11-29 16:08:44

Pin up art by Gil Elvgren with original photo. It’s really interesting to see which bits he changed in the painting – I think I prefer the original photo – she has a great cheeky grin! Related Posts Mia Farrow in bed, 1960s 1950s Ha

1960s fashions

Published on 2012-11-29 11:51:22

Models wearing red and white fashions designed by Andre Courreges, 1968. Aren’t these wonderful? My favourite is the second dress from the left (the white one with red diamonds) what about you? Related Posts 60s YSL Grace Kelly Nena von Schlebr

Quotes: Mae West on marriage

Published on 2012-11-29 06:39:42

Marriage is a great institution, but I’m not ready for an institution Mae West (the one and only) Related Posts Girl and Elephant: vintage circus photo 1951 LIFE – Vikki Dougan photographed by Nina Leen 1930s peplum dress Original photo sourc

Big exciting news (and some iPad apps to giveaway!)

Published on 2012-11-29 03:37:37

This isn’t my usual kind of blog post, but I had big news I wanted to share. In my day job I’ve been working on a blogging app with my husband and after many months hard toil it’s finally gone live in the App Store! It’s bee

Vintage circus: trapese artist

Published on 2012-11-29 01:48:17

Vintage circus: trapese artist. I’m not sure when this was taken, but I’m guessing from the costume that maybe it’s 1950s? What do you think? Related Posts Marilyn sitting in a tree Gil Elvgren girl pin up A rare photo of Twiggy wea

The ill-fated Sharon Tate

Published on 2012-11-28 16:54:07

1960s model and actress Sharon Tate in a bikini on the beach. She married Roman Polanski and was horrifically murdered when she was 8 1/2 months pregnant by Charles Manson in 1969. Related Posts Betty Grable Sunbathing Marlene Dietrich in a tuxedo

Clara Bow as a flapper boxer

Published on 2012-11-28 11:24:15

Clara Bow as a flapper boxer from Roughhouse Rosie Related Posts Suzy Parker by John Rawlings, 1952 January Vogue Celia Hammond by John French Raquel Welch Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by carbonated Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Vintage

1940s movie star Margaret Lockwood

Published on 2012-11-28 06:37:36

English actress and 40s movie star Margaret Lockwood, photographed looking spectacular in 1947. Related Posts Marilyn Monroe 1930s peplum dress Vintage Lookbook: Dressing Doris Day Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by thefoxling Edited wi

Gregory Peck getting steamy with Ann Todd

Published on 2012-11-28 01:17:51

Gregory Peck embracing Ann Todd in publicity still for Alfred Hitchcock’s film “The Paradine Case”, 1947. You can see why he made the ladies swoon can’t you? Related Posts 1950s boys on the beach in Barbados 1950s yellow swi

Peggy Moffitt: fabulous makeup and fur

Published on 2012-11-27 16:06:36

1960s model Peggy Moffitt in a fur-trimmed translucent minidress, matching fur hat and enormous pearl earrings. Related Posts How to wear vintage fashion Artist cheesecake pinup girl Shirley MacLaine as a showgirl Source and copyright: Some rights re

Vintage lookbook: 1940s retro

Published on 2012-11-27 11:31:08

I saw this Marc Jacobs dress while I was online window shopping and thought it would make a great 40s retro outfit. I couldn’t resist the gorgeous leather accessories too. I wish I could order the whole lot! Clockwise from top left: Red leather

Bruce Lee playing ping pong with Nunchucks

Published on 2012-11-27 05:07:29

Wow – if you ever doubted the skill of Bruce Lee you simply have to watch this. He’s playing ping pong against 1 and then 2 people just using Nunchucks (and beating both of them easily). Incredible! Related Posts Bruce Lee playing ping po

Why don’t they use this Marilyn photo as a Chanel No.5 advert?

Published on 2012-11-27 01:06:30

Marilyn Monroe getting ready and using her favourite Chanel No. 5 perfume. She’s presumably following Coco Chanel’s advice to put perfume ‘where you would like to be kissed’. The only question is, why haven’t Chanel used

1950s actress Belinda Lee

Published on 2012-11-26 16:01:29

Actress Belinda Lee who died tragically in a car crash aged just 24 in 1961. Photo by Cornel Lucas. Related Posts Tilly Tizzani for Vogue 1963 1970s Butterick dress pattern Marilyn as Lorelei Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_i

22 Year Old Night Club Dancer Sandra Warner

Published on 2012-11-26 11:46:26

Sandra Warner, a 22 Year Old Night Club Dancer from the movie “Loves Of Omar Rhayyam” Related Posts Dovima photographed by Avedon Anita Ekberg Simone D’Aillencourt covering Harpers Bazaar 1960 Source and copyright:Time Inc. Edited with

Quotes: Elizabeth Taylor on diamonds

Published on 2012-11-26 06:32:23

Big girls need big diamonds… Elizabeth Taylor. I love this photo, it also shows her Tracheotomy scar really clearly. What do you think – is it a bigger scar than Marilyn’s? Related Posts 1960s monkey fur coats 1940s beach fashions 3

1940s evening fashion: the fullest chiffon skirt

Published on 2012-11-26 01:59:33

Model wearing rose-decked sheath topped by the fullest chiffon skirt which spreads out from a 22-inch waist to a 40-inch circumference on this gorgeous gown by Traina-Norell. 1949 Related Posts Bette Davis eating an ice-cream in some fabulous sunglas

1930s bridal fashion

Published on 2012-11-25 16:27:51

The cover of June Bride from 1932. I love this fashion for a veil worn low at the nape of the neck – it’s so elegant. Related Posts 16 year old chorus girl, 1937 1930s Vaudeville Performer Helen Hohan When the Duke of Windsor sold his sto

Elvis’ jumpsuit

Published on 2012-11-25 11:59:50

Elvis’ bejewelled jumpsuit. I know Elvis was young and in his prime in the sixties, but it was him in his Vegas jumpsuit stage which I love best. Related Posts Julie Newmar mid-leap 60s YSL Spring hats from 1950 Source and copyright: Some r

Sunday roundup – things you don’t want to miss!

Published on 2012-11-25 06:32:00

It’s by no means everything I’ve posted this week but here are my favourites!

Pin up girl in red

Published on 2012-11-25 01:10:33

Pin up girl in a red hat and dress, with her skirt blowing in the wind, by Vargas Related Posts “Hollywood’s Mermaid” Esther Williams 1960s bikini-clad girls sunbathing in Cannes Rita Hayworth Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by g

1920s & 30s movie star Norma Shearer

Published on 2012-11-24 16:35:15

Canadian actress and movie star Norma Shearer who was popular from the mid 1920s through the 1930s. Related Posts Julie Newmar reclining by the pool The mad new world of Batman, Superman and the Marquis de Sade Linda Morand in Elle 1968 Source and c

Backstage at 1950s Dior

Published on 2012-11-24 11:47:00

Some wonderful photos showing backstage preparations before a Christian Dior fashion show, 1950s. [7 photos] Related Posts Dorothea McGowan photographed by Irving Penn Audrey Hepburn with her Oscar in 1953 Model Veruschka Dancing in Desert, 1968 Sour

What’s in my (vintage) makeup bag

Published on 2012-11-24 06:36:38

Clockwise from top right: Benefit Lemon Aid – this primes your eyelid and gives a nice pale base for dark eyeliner – perfect for a nice clear cat-eye flick! Miracletouch Creamy Blush by Max Factor – I like creamy blushers, I find th

Larry Hagman: a photo tribute

Published on 2012-11-24 04:55:06

It was sad news to wake up to this morning that Larry Hagman has died. I used to love watching reruns of I dream of Jeannie when I was growing up, and of course later on I was addicted to Dallas as anybody (and always a JR fan, never Bobby…). I

1940s multiple exposure photo of a Ballerina

Published on 2012-11-23 16:52:04

Multiple exposure of American Ballet Theater ballerina Alicia Alonso executing a pas de bourree. Photo taken by Gjon Mili, 1944 Related Posts Veruschka in Pucci 1964 Vintage pin up girl on a slide Marilyn and Cary Grant in a heap on the floor Source

Quotes: Coco Chanel on style

Published on 2012-11-23 11:51:44

Fashion fades, only style remains the same. Related Posts Jane Birkin 1969 1930s veiled hat by Lilly Dache Marilyn sitting in a tree Original image source and copyright: Some rights reserved by thefoxling Filed under: Quotes, Vintage Tagged: Chanel,

My vintage style: A tale of 2 vintage engagement rings

Published on 2012-11-23 06:26:53

Some days it’s just too cold and miserable to make the effort and you just want to sling on some jeans and a jumper, but add a splash of lipstick and a (faux) fur coat and you instantly feel fabulous again! Although though I suspect I look a bi

Rod Stewart looking positively aristocratic, 1976

Published on 2012-11-23 01:28:23

Rod Stewart on the cover of ‘A Night On The Town’ which was released in 1976 Related Posts Marilyn by Milton Greene Marilyn wrapped in a towel, 1960s Audrey Hepburn under a striped umbrella Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by Ep

Blondie on stage 1970s

Published on 2012-11-22 14:24:11

Blondie on stage 1970s. I never knew, was she always Debbie Harry or was she Blondie (or was that just the name of the band..?) Related Posts Hitting the Las Vegas casinos, 1950s Pin up girl with towel, by Joyce Ballantyne 1920s flapper Louise Broo

1940s Follies bergere burlesque dancer (with strategically placed doves)

Published on 2012-11-22 11:03:57

1940s dancer from the Follies Bergere, 1946. It’s lucky those doves decided to land on her to protect her modesty eh? Great costume! Related Posts 1950s: a young Clint Eastwood with Donald O’Connor Audrey Hepburn, 1955 Penelope Tree Source a

Happy vintage Thanksgiving!

Published on 2012-11-22 06:08:01

I wanted to wish everyone a happy Thanksgiving, but since I’m British, I don’t really ‘get’ the whole Thanksgiving thing… So I thought I’d get Laurel & Hardy, Barbara Bates, Lillian Roth and Doris Day (along with

When the Duke of Windsor sold his story to LIFE Magazine

Published on 2012-11-22 01:24:10

Following the outrage and scandal of the Duke of Windsor’s abdication and love affair with an American divorcee, he caused further anger by selling his story to an American magazine… This is the cover of LIFE Magazine from May 1950. Relat

A rare photo of Twiggy wearing trousers

Published on 2012-11-21 16:17:49

I certainly haven’t seen many photos of Twiggy wearing trousers – but I guess she couldn’t wear minidresses the whole time! 1967 Related Posts Esther Williams Elizabeth Taylor age 15 1930s B-movie star Lilian Bond Source and copyrig

Ballerina in a phone booth

Published on 2012-11-21 11:39:14

How many different ballet poses can a dancer do whist making a phone call…? Young dancer Mary Ellen Terry photographed by Gordon Parks in 1952. I like the photo where she’s doing the splits the best – which pose is your favourite?

The 10 most iconic dresses

Published on 2012-11-21 06:31:47

It’s hard to define an iconic dress – it has to be instantly recognizable: Where was it worn and by whom? For example: ‘Remember that Swan dress that Bjork wore to the Oscars?’ A lot of the most famous dresses are widely a

Marilyn sucking her tummy in and looking cold!

Published on 2012-11-21 01:17:46

Marilyn Monroe looking a bit cold in a bikini in the surf Related Posts Silent movie star Lillian Gish Gene Tierney Steve McQueen’s butt Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Swimwear, Vintag

Marilyn Monroe pole dancing

Published on 2012-11-20 16:55:05

Marilyn Monroe dancing on stage in a body stocking and bikini from the movie ‘Let’s Make Love’ Related Posts Grace Kelly’s costume design for Rear Window Jerry Hall by Norman Parkinson, Vogue 1975 Faye Dunaway Source and copyright

1960s fashion photo

Published on 2012-11-20 11:06:41

1960s fashion photo of model Linda Morand – does anyone know who the other models are? Related Posts Elizabeth Taylor and Montgomery Clift Audrey Hepburn 1960s 1950s fashion: Halter neck dress with circle skirt and poppy print used with kind pe

Vintage lookbook: dressing Marilyn

Published on 2012-11-20 06:22:02

It struck me as strange that in all the vintage lookbooks I’ve done – I’ve never done one for Marilyn Monroe. I have no ideas why! So here you go! What do you think, did I get it right? Clockwise from top left: Alpo brown satin glov

Peggy Moffitt in pearls

Published on 2012-11-20 01:26:16

1966: Model Peggy Moffitt wearing long strings of pearls and a peacock feather headdress. Related Posts Marilyn Monroe being laced into a corset Marilyn Monroe in a make-shift spotlight Marilyn Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_

Steve McQueen with Peggy Moffitt

Published on 2012-11-19 11:54:25

Steve McQueen with model Peggy Moffitt next to his 1963 Ferrari GT Berlinetta Lusso car. What a cool trio eh? Photo by William Claxton (I think), Los Angeles. Related Posts Marilyn on her way to visit an orphanage Audrey Hepburn 1950s hair & beauty p

My vintage style: 60s houndstooth dress

Published on 2012-11-19 06:51:00

If you have been following my blog for a while, you might recognize this as my Goodwood Revival dress. I didn’t get any good photos of it that day, so I thought I’d re-style it and take some more photos. The outfit I wore to Goodwood was

1960s in fashion: Lauren Hutton

Published on 2012-11-19 01:29:07

Sixties model Lauren Hutton in a bright striped midi skirt and red patent knee-high boots Related Posts Marlene Dietrich Audrey Hepburn and Pippin the fawn deer My vintage style: family day out Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_

Fashion from the 1960s: bikini and body paint

Published on 2012-11-18 16:39:38

Model Naty Abascal wearing bikini, showing off body paint designs on her chest and stomach at Paradise Islands, 1968. Related Posts Jean Patchett in 1940s Vogue Strange 1951 hairstyle Marilyn Monroe Source and copyright: Time Inc. Filed under: 1960s,

Marilyn Monroe being laced into a corset

Published on 2012-11-18 11:39:32

Marilyn being squeezed into a corset (or is it a swimming costume)..? Related Posts Model wearing cook’s hat by Jacques Fath 1952 Vintage advert for Ceil Chapman, 1951 60s icon Peggy Moffitt in Gernreich Source and copyright: Some rights reserved

Chanel’s new No.5 advert with Marilyn Monroe

Published on 2012-11-18 06:23:18

Chanel have recently managed to buy a rare recording of Marilyn talking about her famous Chanel No.5 quote. You know the one: What do you wear to bed? Just a few drops of Chanel No.5… I’ve always worn Chanel No.5, partly because I love it

1970s street fashions inspired by the Bay City Rollers?

Published on 2012-11-18 01:37:00

1970s photo of two people in flared trousers and platform shoes walking through Grainger Market. This photograph was taken by Robert Hope, who lived in Newcastle upon Tyne. In the early 1970s he took out a bank loan to buy a Rolleiflex camera. Relat

Vintage burlesque: 1940s Chinese fan dancer

Published on 2012-11-17 16:28:57

Vintage burlesque: 1940s Chinese fan dancer [3 photos ] Related Posts Jeannie Patchett covering 1950s Vogue Linda Morand wearing huge earrings 1960s swimwear: snorkling in a bikini Source and copyright: Time Inc. Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under:

Gil Elvgren girl pin up

Published on 2012-11-17 11:08:51

Gil Elvgren pinup of a girl in a striped towel on the phone – the colours in this are beautiful! Related Posts 1960s bikini-clad girls sunbathing in Cannes Catherine Deneuve Vintage 1950s Harpers Bazaar Source and copyright: Some rights reser

The 10 best pin up dresses

Published on 2012-11-17 06:48:00

These are my 10 favourite pin up dresses! Whether you wear Rockabilly-style with tatoos and lots of attitude or cute and sexy with just a slick of red lipstick. I love all ten of these dresses. If I had to choose though think I would pick the With On

Audrey Hepburn, 1960s

Published on 2012-11-17 01:03:58

An overexposed portrait of Audrey Hepburn, 1960s. I love the way this really emphasises her makeup and hairstyle! Related Posts Dorothea McGowan photographed by Irving Penn Grace Kelly Madonna as Marilyn Monroe Source and copyright: Some rights rese

Beautiful dress, 1948

Published on 2012-11-16 16:55:09

A model and a seamstress who look like they’re both putting the finishing touches to the model’s beautiful gown, 1948. Related Posts Audrey Hepburn 1950s photo of Dorian Leigh Pin up girl in a pink bikini source and copyright: Time Inc.

Clara Bow

Published on 2012-11-16 11:39:08

Clara Bow with very thin 1930s style eyebrows from ”Call Her Savage”, 1932. She doesn’t look particuarly savage in this photo – I love her spotty dress! Related Posts Jean Patchett in a vintage Enka Rayon advert, 1950 Julie Ne

Treat yourself for Children in Need

Published on 2012-11-16 07:04:03

I’m auctioning this gorgeous pair of vintage 1960s sunglasses on eBay for Children in Need this year. What better reason could you have to treat yourself? Not only do you get yourself some fabulous sixties sunnies, but all the money is going di

1940s fashion photo by John Rawlings

Published on 2012-11-16 06:37:52

1940s fashion photo by John Rawlings of a model in a yellow floral hat with veil and purple gloves. I think the colours in the photo are just beautiful! Related Posts 1960s anti smoking campaign Marilyn keeping warm 1960s Marilyn Source and copyrigh

Julie Newmar dancing

Published on 2012-11-16 01:57:48

The fabulous actress and dancer Julie Newmar dancing in a corset and heels in a field with a scarecrow. She was warming up for her devil’s role in the musical “Damn Yankees” at summer theater, 1961 Related Posts Nancy Carroll VJ Day

Miss Universe 1958

Published on 2012-11-15 16:02:44

1950s beauty queens: Eurlyne Howell, Miss United States of America and Alicja Brobowska, Miss Poland who finished fourth and fifth in the final of Miss Universe 1958. Related Posts Lucille Ball smoking Harpers Bazaar 1959 Marilyn wrapped in a towel,

Pierre Cardin 1968

Published on 2012-11-15 11:50:05

Geometric print mini dresses and thigh high black patent boots and long gloves by Pierre Cardin, 1968 – fabulous! Related Posts 50s pin up girl Betty Brosmer 1940s fashion photo Marilyn Monroe with flower Source and copyright: Time Inc. Edited

My vintage style: feeling tweedy

Published on 2012-11-15 06:22:08

This is my first attempt at an outfit post which isn’t relying on my trusty brick wall as a background. I still need lots more practice (especially because I’m taking the photos myself so focussing is proving a problem with the self timer

Moyra Swan wearing a Givenchy minidress

Published on 2012-11-15 01:18:22

Moyra Swan, June 1969 wearing a Hubert de Givenchy minidress, espadrilles and a black straw hat. Image by © Condé Nast Archive/Corbis Related Posts New photography exhibition: David Bailey’s East End Books: Wearable Vintage Fashion French vintage

Gil Elvgren pinup: It’s a snap 1958

Published on 2012-11-14 16:11:07

1950s pin up girl art ‘It’s a snap’ by Gil Elvgren. Related Posts Mexico, 1959: Audrey Hepburn knitting on set Marilyn in a White Swimsuit A young Marilyn in a blace lace bra Source

1940s hairstyles

Published on 2012-11-14 11:30:03

Looking for a cute 1940s-inspired hairstyle? Take your pick! I think my favourite is still the winged victory hairstyle though. Which do you like best? [5 photos] Related Posts Deborah Kerr 1950 Diana Rigg: On Her Majesty’s Secret Service 1969 Stev

1960s beauty photo from Vogue

Published on 2012-11-14 06:29:56

Isabella Albonico by John Rawlings for Vogue October 1960 Related Posts Lauren Bacall, 1950s Fashion photo by Gordon Parks for Lilly Daché, 1952 Marilyn, Putting Her Face On Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed und

My vintage style: getting in the Movember spirit

Published on 2012-11-14 03:40:43

So, how are your mo’s growing MoBros? My husband’s new Movember moustache is very prickly, but since it’s only for a month and for a great cause, I’m still smiling! If you don’t know about Movember it’s a movement

Linda Morand in a Chloe advert

Published on 2012-11-14 01:20:23

Linda Morand in a 1960s Chloe advert Related Posts Model Brigit Larsen wearing culottes on the banks of Ile Vintage Harpers Bazaar cover, 1950 60s YSL Used with kind permission by

Topless showgirls in Vegas, 1950s

Published on 2012-11-13 16:14:36

Photos of showgirls in skimpy and yet amazinglelaborate costumes in Las Vegas 1950s! [3 photos] Related Posts Dean Martin kissing Frank Sinatra Ginger Rogers Natalie Wood surrounded by photographers at the Cannes Film Festival Source and copyright:

Barbara Stanwyck 1940s

Published on 2012-11-13 11:17:08

A gorgeous photos of 1940s movie star Barbara Stanwyck in a gold off the shoulder gown. Related Posts Cindy Crawford & Helena Christensen Vogue 1991 Janet Leigh learning to dance Audrey Hepburn Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by Mr_Scr

Flapper pin up girl, 1928

Published on 2012-11-13 06:09:28

The cover of Film Fun magazine from March 1928 Related Posts Woody Allen for Smirnoff Twiggy Flowery fifties hats Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by pinupfavoritter Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1920s, Illustration, Pin-up girls

Twiggy wearing a watch accented dress

Published on 2012-11-13 01:23:43

15 Nov 1967, New York City, New York, USA Twiggy wears a Sant’Angelo suede dress with circular bangles adorned with Movado; Giraud Perregaux; Glycine; International of Schaffhausen watches; wrist watch Patek Philippe with Tiffany strap and red

VJ Day celebrations in Times Square

Published on 2012-11-12 16:22:12

We’ve all see this famous photo taken by Alfred Eisenstaedt on August 14th, 1945. It shows a jubilant American sailor clutching a white-uniformed nurse in a back-bending, passionate kiss as he vents his joy while thousands jam Times Square to

Model Brigit Larsen wearing culottes on the banks of Ile

Published on 2012-11-12 11:05:01

1960s model Brigit Larsen wearing culottes and knee-high boots on the banks of Ile in Paris Paris 1967 Related Posts Modern vintage: a naked Lana del Rey covers British GQ Steve McQueen’s butt Elke Sommer Source and copyright: Time Inc. Filed under

Vargas pin up girl

Published on 2012-11-12 06:40:00

Pin up girl in a red swimsuit by artist Albert Vargas Related Posts

Gene Kelly 1949

Published on 2012-11-12 01:50:41

Dancer and actor Gene Kelly photographed in 1949. The scar on his cheek was caused by a childhood accident – this is what he said about it: I’d love to ascribe that scar to some great dramatic event, but actually I fell off my tricycle when I

Françoise Hardy 1960s

Published on 2012-11-11 16:07:09

French singer and actress Françoise Hardy in the 1960s – love that winged eyeliner! Related Posts Sixties model Benedetta Barzini Moira Shearer, The Red Shoes Veruschka Source and copyright Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Fr

1950s swimwear

Published on 2012-11-11 11:58:21

Two couples running along the beach, 1950s Related Posts 60s model Donna Mitchell wearing pearls and a big emerald Marilyn in a White Swimsuit Ann Sothern Source Filed under: 1950s, Real Life, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fifties, swimwear, vinta

Mick Jagger 1960s

Published on 2012-11-11 06:59:19

Jagger looking super cool, 1960s Related Posts Audrey Hepburn under a striped umbrella 1950s fashion: Halter neck dress with circle skirt and poppy print Dolores Del Rio Copyright: Some rights reserved by quicheisinsane Filed under: 1960s, Music, Vin

11 beautiful 1930s hairstyles

Published on 2012-11-11 01:14:57

Need some inspiration for a 1930s-inspired hairstyle? That’s what I thought! So here’s my gallery of 30s hair dos – which is your favourite? I like the turban myself… [11 photos] Related Posts Marilyn Monroe Vintage halloween

Lauren Bacall & Hitchcock in London

Published on 2012-11-10 16:07:11

Lauren Bacall & Hitchcock looking over the river Thames in London towards the Houses of Parliament. Related Posts 1950s Vogue Julie Christie 1960s Marilyn Getting Ready Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by quicheisinsane Filed under: 1950s,

Marilyn in ‘the last sitting’ by Bert Stern

Published on 2012-11-10 11:58:46

Marilyn Monroe and Bert Stern in a photo from ‘the last sitting‘ Related Posts A different view of Marilyn’s iconic white dress Clara Bow 1920s flapper Louise Brooks Source and copyright Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: Bert

Faye Dunaway

Published on 2012-11-10 06:59:17

Faye Dunaway lounging by a pool reading the papers Related Posts Audrey Hepburn Myrna Loy How to get that 1920s flapper look Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by quicheisinsane Filed under: 1970s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, Faye Dunaway,

1960s monkey fur coats

Published on 2012-11-10 01:25:16

Fashion model Donyale Luna sitting on hood of car while hugging fiance George Willings, both wearing identical monkey fur coats (monkey fur?! seriously?! How vile is that?) and sunglasses. [2 photos] Related Posts Modern vintage: Lana del Rey for H&M

Greta Garbo as Queen Christina

Published on 2012-11-09 16:07:20

Greta Garbo as Queen Christina from the 1933 movie. Related Posts The devine Dovima 1930s circus photo: The Tiger Bride An amazing sixties portrait of Audrey Hepburn Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by quicheisinsane Filed under: 1930s, Cin

Bettie Page in stockings and a bikini

Published on 2012-11-09 11:59:20

The magnificent pin-up girl Bettie Page in a leopard-print bikini Related Posts Elizabeth Taylor in 1960s Julie Newmar reclining by the pool Natalie Wood on a yacht during the 1962 Cannes Film Festival Copyright and source: Some rights reserved by qu

My vintage style: wide lapels & a brown sixties print

Published on 2012-11-09 10:53:18

Hmm. I had a strange mode on my camera by accident this morning (think I had a custom white balance on there by mistake) so I had to correct these in Photoshop and I still look slightly jaundiced! I’m not ill, I just haven’t got the hang

Elvis Presley in a cowboy hat

Published on 2012-11-09 06:59:16

Elvis Presley photographed wearing a cowboy hat, 1960s Related Posts Greta Garbo in The Kiss Lisa Fonssagrives-Penn covering Christmas Vogue 1950 Vogue cover from December 1958 Copyright: Some rights reserved by quicheisinsane Filed under: 1960s, Cin

Lucille Ball smoking

Published on 2012-11-09 01:07:07

Lucille Ball reclining on a couch in an evening gown smoking. This photo is a far cry from the image I remember from I Love Lucy when I was little! Related Posts Paul Newman in Cool Hand Luke Grace Kelly in the sea Marilyn, Putting Her Face On Source

Vintage dracula posters on Bram Stoker’s birthday

Published on 2012-11-08 14:56:57

It’s Bram Stoker’s 165th birthday today (according to Google) so to celebrate his greatest creation here are a collection of Dracula movie posters. Who do you think was the best Dracula? Christopher Lee, Bela Lugosi, Peter Cushing? I thin

1950s Harpers Bazaar at the Hotel Nacional, Havana

Published on 2012-11-08 11:05:34

Fifties fashion photo for Harpers Bazaar 1950 photographed by Karen Redkai. Oddly the model is reading New Yorker magazine not Harpers Bazaar… Related Posts Marilyn’s costume design from There’s No Business Like Showbusiness 60s model Donna

Ziegfeld Follies girl Caja Eric

Published on 2012-11-08 06:11:00

Portrait of Ziegfeld Follies girl Caja Eric wearing a low cut dress with long pearl drop necklace, 1920s Related Posts Barbara Goalen wearing a 1950s wool suit Marilyn Monroe reading James Joyce, 1954 Raquel Welch Source and copyright: Some rights

Vintage style heros: Barbie

Published on 2012-11-08 01:30:00

Barbie has been a fashion icon for girls (both young and old) since the late 1950s. What would be a more perfect way of celebrating vintage style than through Andi (of Andi B. Goode)’s collection of fabulous vintage Barbies! Which is your favou

A very young Jane Fonda

Published on 2012-11-08 01:05:24

Actress (and later fitness instructor) Jane Fonda, I think from the late 50s or early 1960s? [2 photos] Related Posts Jane Birkin in the library, 1960s Mary Pickford by Alfred Cheney Johnston Claudia Cardinale dripping with diamonds in 1960s Vogue So

Cindy Crawford advertising fur

Published on 2012-11-07 16:15:00

Cindy Crawford wearing a Canadian badger and Arctic fox duffle coat (yuk). I’m not sure when this was from but I’m guessing late 80s? Related Posts

Marilyn and Cary Grant in a heap on the floor

Published on 2012-11-07 11:55:00

Marilyn Monroe and Cary Grant (I’m pretty sure it’s him?) in a heap on the floor after a roller-skating incident! Related Posts

My vintage style: competition winnings!

Published on 2012-11-07 05:39:15

This is my celebration outfit for winning the competition to design a 1920s flapper dress – I won thanks you all your votes so thank you SO much!!! I don’t think I’ve won a competition since I won a creative writing competition when

“Hollywood’s Mermaid” Esther Williams

Published on 2012-11-07 01:40:00

“Hollywood’s Mermaid” Esther Williams posing outdoors for publicity photo, 1949 Related Posts

Clara Bow looking a bit like Liza Minnelli

Published on 2012-11-06 16:25:00

Clara Bow looking a bit like Liza Minnelli from the movie Wings, 1927. Related Posts

Dovima in 1950s Harpers Bazaar

Published on 2012-11-06 11:20:00

1050s models Dovima and Sunny Harnett with a faceless businessman in February 1958 Harpers Bazaar Related Posts

1940s ‘winged victory’ hairstyle

Published on 2012-11-06 06:15:00

A woman showing her fashionable wartime hairstyle called Winged Victory in 1943, isn’t this fabulous? Related Posts

Vogue 1956

Published on 2012-11-06 01:09:26

50s model Lucinda Hollingsworth wearing a grey tweed sheath and matching fur-lined jacket by Junior Sophisticates, available at Bonwit Teller. Photograph by Richard Rutledge from Vogue Austust 1956. Related Posts Audrey Hepburn 1960s Vintage 1960s Fr

Anita Pallenberg 1960s

Published on 2012-11-05 16:13:08

1960s actress and model Anita Pallenberg, who (at least in my mind) is most famous for being the girlfriend of first Brian Jones and then Keith Richards of the Rolling Stones.

My vintage style: family day out

Published on 2012-11-05 11:45:00

Brrr it’s cold out there this morning! I’m slowly getting more comfortable doing outfit posts, although it still seems like a very scary thing to (no pics without sunglasses yet! – although in my defence it was actually nice and sun

Nena von Schlebrugge from Vogue 1962

Published on 2012-11-05 06:40:00

Nena von Schlebrugge photographed by Horst P Horst for Vogue March 1962 A dress that’s a swirling mist of silk-chiffon flowers – and one of the romantic looks that could drift across a dance floor this summer, by Sophie at Saks Fifth Aven

Shopping for straw hats in Haiti, 1950

Published on 2012-11-05 00:50:58

Photo taken in Haiti by Karen Radkai for Harper’s Bazaar January 1950. The model is actress Elizabeth Threatt. Related Posts Mary Jane Russell 1920s flapper Louise Brooks Raquel Welch Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_

Janet Leigh learning to dance

Published on 2012-11-04 16:06:35

Pony-tailed actress Janet Leigh extending her leg on dancing barre, as dancer Marge Champion prepares her for dancing role in RKO’s film “Two Tickets to Broadway”, 1950 Related Posts Coco Chanel Photograph by Louise Dahl-Wolfe Ava G

Jean Patchett covering 1950s Harpers Bazaar

Published on 2012-11-04 11:34:00

Jean Patchett photographed by Louise Dahl-Wolfe for Harpers Bazaar, January 1955 Related Posts Marilyn the flapper with red hair as Clara Bow George Lazenby with a very firm grip on Diana Rigg… Madonna 1984 Source and copyright: Some rights reser

1950s photo of Audrey Hepburn in a wedding dress

Published on 2012-11-04 06:08:51

Isn’t this the most beautiful photograph? Audrey Hepburn looking radiant in a wedding dress and holding a dove, I’m guessing this is mid 1950s? Related Posts Doris Day 1930s fashion 1950s Stripes Source and copyright: Some rights reserve

Dolores Del Rio

Published on 2012-11-04 01:46:15

Dolores Del Rio, the Mexican film actress who cracked Hollywood and starred in movies in the 20s, 30s and 40s. I’m guessing this photo is from the 1930s judging by the dress – isn’t it beautiful? Orson Wells (who she worked with on

1950s belly dancer

Published on 2012-11-03 17:56:55

A belly dancer performing at the Latin Quarter night club. 1953 New York Related Posts LIFE Magazine 1958 Deborah Kerr 1950 Gene Tierney Source and copyright: Time Inc. Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1950s, Real Life, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, be

A young Marilyn in a blace lace bra

Published on 2012-11-03 11:02:23

A late 40s or early 50s pin up photo of Marilyn Monroe posing on the phone in a black lace bra. Related Posts Audrey Hepburn My vintage style: making like Twiggy 1930s Lucky Strike advert Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by aclbraga Filed

60s YSL

Published on 2012-11-03 07:00:00

Yves Saint Laurent trouser suits from 1968 Related Posts

An amazing sixties portrait of Audrey Hepburn

Published on 2012-11-03 02:35:00

Isn’t this 1960s portrait of Audrey Hepburn fantastic? I adore her eye makeup in this photo… Source

Steve McQueen looking sweaty (in a good way)

Published on 2012-11-02 17:30:00

Actor Steve McQueen during motorcycle racing across the Mojave Desert, 1963. I don’t usually like sweaty men, but I’ll make an exception in this case… Related Posts

Linda Morand in Elle 1968

Published on 2012-11-02 12:20:00

60s model Linda Morand wearing sheepskin, wool and big goggle-style sunglasses in Elle 1968. [2 photos] Related Posts

Suzy Parker advertising jewellery in 1952 Vogue

Published on 2012-11-02 07:15:00

Suzy Parker advertising Kramer rhinestone jewellery in September 1952 Vogue. Related Posts

1940s rainwear

Published on 2012-11-02 02:00:00

1940s model Mimi Berry modeling new synthetic rainwear in 1941 [2 photos] Related Posts

Wilhelmina in 1960s Vogue

Published on 2012-11-01 17:15:00

Wilhelmina Cooper from July 1963 Vogue Related Posts

5 vintage style icons

Published on 2012-11-01 12:20:00

We all know Coco, Audrey, Grace, Marilyn and Twiggy were among the most influential figures in 20th century fashion. But they were far from alone. Here are five others who forever changed the face of style, leaving an indelible mark on global vintage

Steve McQueen’s butt

Published on 2012-11-01 07:25:00

Happy November everyone. I thought a gratuitous photo of Steve McQueens bum would be great start to the month – enjoy! Related Posts

Lisa Fonssagrives-Penn covering Christmas Vogue 1950

Published on 2012-11-01 02:15:00

Model Lisa Fonssagrives-Penn photographed by her husband, Irving Penn for the cover of December Vogue 1950. Isn’t this a beautiful photograph? Related Posts

Clara Bow with rather strange eyebrows

Published on 2012-10-31 17:22:00

I love this photo of Clara Bow, especially those shoes, but I’m not quite sure what the idea was behind those eyebrows..? Related Posts Marilyn Monroe, from Some Like it Hot..? 1930s circus photo: The Tiger Bride Vintage 1930s postcards Source

Sunny Harnett in long black fur from Vogue 1952

Published on 2012-10-31 12:08:48

Sunny Harnet in a white dress and black fur coat from November Vogue 1952 Related Posts James Dean Goodwood Revival 2012: my top 20 best dressed Marilyn in a yellow bikini Source and coppyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed under

Creepy vintage clown photos

Published on 2012-10-31 07:59:44

It’s Halloween everyone – and let’s face it, there are few things as scary in life as a clown. So enjoy my celebration of vintage clown photos and have a great Halloween! Which clown do you find the scariest..? [5 photos] Above: Cha

Dovima in pink Swansdown

Published on 2012-10-31 02:10:39

Dovima in an advert for Miron woolens from January 1950 Harpers Bazaar Related Posts Harpers Bazaar 1949 Marilyn Monroe 1920s Ziegfeld Follies: the Dolly sisters, decked out in feathery costumes Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovim

1930s couple on their wedding day

Published on 2012-10-30 17:15:00

Elizabeth (Betty) Hitchcock and Ed Kanouse, on their wedding day,

1940s ballet dancer relaxing with her cat

Published on 2012-10-30 12:05:00

Aspiring ballerina Edwina Seaver relaxing on sofa at home with pet Siamese cat Ting Ling. Related Posts

Competition winner

Published on 2012-10-30 11:16:54

Thanks to everyone who entered the competition to win a piece of silk Burlesque-style lingerie I’ve picked a winner and I’m delighted to announce the winner is… (drumroll please) Katie Bennett – congratulations Katie! Miss Jones Lingerie will be in touch to arrange delivery of your beautiful prize. If you didn’t win, why not enter our [...]

My vintage style: making like Twiggy

Published on 2012-10-30 10:44:00

I was so pleased with my new ‘Make Like Twiggy‘ dress which arrived this morning that I thought I’d share my sixties-inspired outfit. It feels strange and a little scary taking photos of myself and posting them on here though- I know lots of people do it, but its an odd feeling doing it for [...]

The devine Dovima

Published on 2012-10-30 07:00:00

Fifties supermodel Dovima photographed in an outfit by Jacques Fath in June Vogue 1956 Related Posts

Vintage halloween outfits

Published on 2012-10-30 02:35:00

Halloween is my favourite holiday of the year so I thought I’d get in the mood with some vintage Halloween inspiration! Which is your favourite? I love the Victorian bat costume! [7 photos] Above: 1930s movie actress June Lang and an enormous owl 50s actress and pin up Dagmar

1920s movie star Lillian Gish

Published on 2012-10-29 17:41:53

1920s movie star Lillian Gish Related Posts Twiggy Girl and Elephant: vintage circus photo Mary Jane Russell on the cover of December 1955 Vogue Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by Ludie Cochrane Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Cinema, Lillian Gish, twenties, vintage

Marilyn Monroe in a make-shift spotlight

Published on 2012-10-29 12:55:42

Marilyn Monroe standing under a naked lightbulb – the lighting in the photo is beautiful isn’t it? Related Posts 1940s beauty photo The great Greta Garbo 1950s model Ruth Neumann-Derujinsky Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by aclbraga Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, feathers, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, retro, vintage

Linda Morand wearing huge earrings

Published on 2012-10-29 07:24:10

Beautiful sixties fashion photo of model Linda Morand wearing big drop earrings. My mum had hair just like this in the 60s! Related Posts Penelope Tree Marilyn Monroe with flower Marilyn the flapper with red hair as Clara Bow Used with kind pemission by Linda Morand Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Jewellery, Vintage [...]

Vintage ballet costumes

Published on 2012-10-29 01:55:00

Ballerina Lydia Lopokova posing in costume for the ballet “Firebird” 1919. Which costume is your favourite? [3 photos] Ballerina Thamara Karsavina. 1918 Legendary ballerina Anna Pavlova in “Danse Papillon.” 1918 Related Posts The great Greta Garbo Dorothea McGowan photographed by Irving Penn Natalie Wood surrounded by photographers at the Cannes Film Festival Source and copyright: Time [...]

Mary Jane Russell on the cover of December 1955 Vogue

Published on 2012-10-28 17:14:03

Fifties model Mary Jane Russell on the cover of December 1955 Vogue photographed by Richard Rutledge. Related Posts Marilyn in a red jumper, 1955 1930s magazine cover: woman wearing a headscarf Greta Garbo in The Kiss Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Cover, fashion, Mary Jane [...]

Elizabeth Taylor looking like Lindsay Lohan!

Published on 2012-10-28 12:05:38

I’ve always struggled to see why Lindsay Lohan was picked to play Elizabeth Taylor in Liz & Dick, but in this photo Taylor pulling a goofy face for her friend Roddy McDowell really reminds me of Lohan. It makes a refreshing change to see her looking relaxed! Related Posts Marilyn looking uncomfortable with a huge [...]

Chanel Iman is 60s glam for XOXO The Mag

Published on 2012-10-28 07:29:31

Chanel Iman is 60s glam for XOXO The Mag, doesn’t she look stunning? I think the sixties look really suits her! Related Posts 1950s swimwear Veruschka Harpers Bazaar 1958 Source Filed under: Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Chanel Iman, fashion, magazine, retro, vintage, XOXO The Mag

Only a few hours left, please vote!

Published on 2012-10-28 06:40:00

I’m so excited, I’ve got through to the final 5 in a design competition, but I need your votes if I want to win! The competition was to design a flapper dress and if you win you get your outfit made and sold by ClothesBox - cool eh? You even get to have your name [...]

Novelty 1940s sweaters

Published on 2012-10-28 02:59:53

Novelty 1940s sweaters from January 1947. Which is your favourite? The dagger and heart dripping blood, playing cards, the lion-motif twin-set, the sun jumper or whatever that last one is…? Since it’s coming up to Halloween, I think I like the dripping heart outfit – ghoulish but gorgeous! Related Posts Ava Gardner Daily crave: Mod [...]

Woody Allen for Smirnoff

Published on 2012-10-27 17:48:28

Woody Allen advertising Smirnoff vodka in 1967 Related Posts Jean Patchett in a vintage Enka Rayon advert, 1950 Betty Grable Sunbathing 1950s model Evelyn Tripp with an orchid in her hair Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by lobstar28 Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1960s, Advertising, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, advert, Smirnoff, vintage, Woody Allen

Psychedelic photo of Linda Morand

Published on 2012-10-27 12:08:27

A psychedelic photo of sixties model Linda Morand Related Posts Elizabeth Taylor as Cleopatra 1940s arial ballet 1940s model protecting her modesty Used with kind permission by Linda Morand Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Linda Morand, Photo, photos, sixties, vintage

Halloween pin-up of Lillian Wells

Published on 2012-10-27 07:20:02

A spooked Lillian Wells in a makeshift cornfield for this Halloween pin up photo Related Posts Edie Sedgwick 1965 Marisa Berenson Barbara Goalen wearing a 1950s wool suit Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by carbonated Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1940s, Cinema, Pin-up girls, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, halloween, Lillian Wells, pin up girl, pin-up, vintage

When Christian Dior came to Moscow, 1950s

Published on 2012-10-27 02:37:36

Photos from a 1950s Christian Dior fashion show in Moscow, I love looking at the difference between the people watching and the models – they look like they’re quite literally from a different world! [7 photos] Related Posts 1960s bikini-clad girls sunbathing in Cannes Steve McQueen and Faye Dunaway – some girls get all the [...]

Mary Jane Russell in Vogue 1957

Published on 2012-10-26 12:26:40

50s model Mary Jane Russell in an advert for Monet jewellery from Vogue September 1957 Related Posts Bebe Daniels Moyra Swan 1950s Swimwear Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed under: 1950s, Advertising, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Mary Jane Russell, vintage, Vogue

Elizabeth Taylor, 1960s

Published on 2012-10-26 07:11:03

Elizabeth Taylor gazing adoringly at the camera, 1960s Related Posts Sophia Loren in a nightie which leaves very little to the imagination! Fashion photo by Gordon Parks for Lilly Daché, 1952 Andy Warhol Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by classic film scans Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Elizabeth Taylor, sixties, vintage

Audrey Hepburn smiling

Published on 2012-10-26 06:20:00

Audrey Hepburn smilling with a fabulous beehive hairstyle, 1960s Related Posts

Win a 1920s style necklace

Published on 2012-10-26 03:15:44

I’m sure you’ve noticed the 1920s trend which is around at the moment. To help you release your inner flapper this holiday season we’ve got this amazing gunmetal and crystal 20s-style necklace to give away as a competition prize. Isn’t it beautiful?! This long crossover necklace would look great with a low-necked or low backed [...]

1950s satin corset

Published on 2012-10-26 02:22:14

1950s photo of a model wearing a satin corselet Related Posts Grace Kelly Marilyn Monroe reading James Joyce, 1954 Marilyn Monroe Source and copyright: Time Inc. Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, corset, lingerie, vintage

Marilyn with dark hair

Published on 2012-10-25 11:10:00

Marilyn with dark hair photographed by Bert Stern. Related Posts

Moyra Swan photographed by Bert Stern, 1969

Published on 2012-10-25 07:02:00

Photo of 1960s model Moyra Swan by Bert Stern, 1969. Thanks very much to Moyra Swan who helped me source this photo! Related Posts Moyra Swan Marilyn photographing Bert Stern Joan Crawford answering her fan mail Source Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Bert Stern, Moyra Swan, Photo, vintage

Teenagers dancing at a party, late 1940s

Published on 2012-10-25 01:40:00

There’s something really dreamy about this photo of American teenagers dancing at a party in 1947. Related Posts

Gruau 1950s fashion illustration

Published on 2012-10-24 17:20:00

Gruau 1950s fashion illustration, I love the big high collar on this coat – so dramatic! Related Posts

Kim Novak from Vertigo

Published on 2012-10-24 12:00:00

Kim Novak looking like a typical Hitchcock ice-queen from the 1958 movie Vertigo. Who was your favourite Hitchcock blonde, Novak or Grace Kelly? Related Posts

Hitting the Las Vegas casinos, 1950s

Published on 2012-10-24 07:24:00

1950s chorus girl Kim Smith and her roommate hitting the casinos in Las Vegas 1954 and (below) playing on the slot machines. Kim Smith got to cover the July issue of LIFE Magazine that year under the fabulous headline: Prettiest Chorus Girl in Las Vegas: Kim Smith. She must have been delighted with that! I always [...]

Sunny Harnett for 1956 Vogue

Published on 2012-10-24 06:30:00

Sunny Harnett photographed by Francis McLaughlin-Gill for August Vogue 1956 wearing a sheath dress with a soft bow at the back by Henri Bendel. Related Posts

Young girls customising sunglasses, 1947

Published on 2012-10-24 01:30:00

A teenage girl having her sunglasses customised with nail polish, 1947. Related Posts

Marilyn on her way to visit an orphanage

Published on 2012-10-23 16:45:00

Marilyn on her way to visit an orphanage in a gorgeous polka dot trim dress, 1950s. Related Posts

Suzy Parker in 1950s Chanel

Published on 2012-10-23 11:10:00

The sensational Suzy Parker in a 1950s Chanel advert from Vogue 1956 Related Posts

Marilyn looking uncomfortable with a huge bowl of fruit

Published on 2012-10-23 06:40:00

This is a strange photo of Marilyn Monroe, she looks a bit like a rabbit in headlights with her enormous bowl of fruit. Very strange! Related Posts Jeannie Patchett covering 1950s Vogue Jill St. John, 1970s Fur coat and swimsuit, 1940 Source and copyright: Some rights reservedaclbraga Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: [...]

1940s factory girl work overalls

Published on 2012-10-23 01:20:00

Photo from 1942 of a female worker from

Lana Del Rey for H&M’s Winter 2012 / 2013 campaign

Published on 2012-10-22 17:23:00

Lana Del Rey looks glorious once again for H&M’s Winter 2012 / 2013 ad campaign. Doesn’t she look fantastic, even in that hideous purple puffer jacket (sorry H&M, I just can’t love that one).

The great Greta Garbo

Published on 2012-10-22 11:30:00

While celebrities are a dime a dozen today, they weren’t in the early days of Hollywood’s ‘20s-’30s infancy and so stars like Greta Garbo were both film and fashion icons to people like you and I. Garbo was perhaps the most loved film actress of this time along with handful of other female stars (Rita [...]

1950s model Joanna McCormick

Published on 2012-10-22 05:34:21

1950s model Joanna McCormick in an advert for Chemstrand Nylon from September 1957. The most beautiful thing in organdy is nylon. For instance: this blouse Pale and crisp as frost… in a dither of pleats… fragile to see… yet it washes, won’t tear or go limp or unpleat. What’s behind this beauty? Nylon that’s better [...]

Model wearing cook’s hat by Jacques Fath 1952

Published on 2012-10-22 01:25:00

Model wearing cook’s hat by Jacques Fath from 1952. Those gloves are just wonderful! Related Posts

1930s skiing fashions

Published on 2012-10-21 16:20:00

1930s skiing fashions from the cover of McCalls Homemaking magazine, 1938. Jinx Falkenberg in California, photographed by

1930s bathing suits

Published on 2012-10-21 11:35:00

These geometric patterned 1930s swimsuits look straight out of the sixties don’t they?

Greta Garbo as Mata Hari

Published on 2012-10-21 06:15:00

Greta Garbo as Mata Hari photographed by

1940s beauty photo of a woman bathing

Published on 2012-10-21 01:10:00

1940s beauty photo of a woman bathing, 1946. Isn’t this a lovely picture? Related Posts

16 year old chorus girl, 1937

Published on 2012-10-20 16:10:00

1930s chorus girl Hope Chandler, aged 16, in the dressing room backstage at the Paradise cabaret restaurant, New York December 1937 Related Posts

Marilyn in a wedding dress, 1946

Published on 2012-10-20 11:10:00

Marilyn in a wedding dress, 1946 Related Posts

1940s arial ballet

Published on 2012-10-20 06:25:00

Arial ballet performers swiming in their bikinis, 1948 Related Posts

I need your help!

Published on 2012-10-20 05:42:00

Strange 1951 hairstyle

Published on 2012-10-20 01:10:00

I love this 50s photo, but the model seems to have a very strange hairstyle. Is that a bun or a strange fringe arrangement? I’m not sure! Related Posts

Jane Birkin in the library, 1960s

Published on 2012-10-19 17:08:07

French actress and singer Jane Birkin, 1960s Related Posts Cyd Charisse 1960s bikini-clad girls sunbathing in Cannes Marilyn Monroe by Alfred Eisenstaedt Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by John McNab Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Jane Birkin, Miniskirt, Photo, vintage

Looking stylish in the ketchup aisle…

Published on 2012-10-19 12:15:19

Dovima looking very chic in the ketchup aisle of a supermarket (with a gold trolly no less) for August Vogue 1956 Related Posts Grace Kelly: beauty and the beach Teenage Elizabeth Taylor in a pink tutu Costume design sketch for Marilyn by Travilla Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage [...]

How to wear vintage fashion

Published on 2012-10-19 07:15:05

Knowing your vintage Picking and choosing from hundreds of different styles may sound like a dream come true to the average fashion junkie and you’d be right in thinking that it is simply a dream unless you have access to a very large bank account. But this dream isn’t such a far cry for those [...]

Wonderful 1950s Italian-inspired hairdo by Marcel

Published on 2012-10-19 02:14:00

Wonderful 1950s Italian-inspired hairdo by Marcel Related Posts

1950s halloween pinup

Published on 2012-10-18 16:40:00

Here’s some inspiration for your halloween costume this year if you haven’t already got it organised. All you need is a black swimsuit, a witches hat and a stuffed cat. [2 photos] Related Posts

1940s beauty photo

Published on 2012-10-18 14:03:15

This could be a photo from any glossy magazine now couldn’t it? It was photographed in 1945 for LIFE Magazine. Related Posts Grace Kelly’s costume design for Rear Window Veronica Lake, 1942 1950s lingerie photos Source and copyright: Time Inc. Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1940s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, Beauty, fashion, Photo, retro, vintage

1930s movie star Joan Blondell

Published on 2012-10-18 11:40:00

1930s and 40s movie actress Joan Blondell, who was married to Mike Todd (who later married Elizabeth Taylor). She also played Vi (the warmhearted waitress) in the 1978 movie Grease.

Grace Kelly’s costume design for Rear Window

Published on 2012-10-18 06:35:00

Edith Head’s sketch for one of Grace Kelly’s costumes from the Hitchcock movie Rear Window. Related Posts

New York 1969

Published on 2012-10-18 01:07:23

New York 1969 – what awesome outfits! Related Posts Marilyn wrapped in a towel, 1960s Fashion photo by Gordon Parks for Lilly Daché, 1952 Spring hats from 1950 Source and copyright: Time Inc. Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Real Life, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, fur, hat, Miniskirt, New York, retro, vintage

Audrey Hepburn in Funny Face, 1957

Published on 2012-10-17 16:40:00

Audrey Hepburn from the movie Funny Face, 1957 Related Posts

Artist cheesecake pinup girl

Published on 2012-10-17 11:35:00

1940s (or would it be 50s?) pin-up photo of a girl posing as a painter in a tight sweater and fishnets. Related Posts

Jane Fonda in Barbarella

Published on 2012-10-17 06:27:00

Jane Fonda looking incredible in a publicity photo from the 1968 science fiction movie Barbarella Related Posts

McCalls magazine 1937

Published on 2012-10-17 03:50:12

1930s colour fashion photo of a woman wearing a flower hat and holding a makeup compact from McCalls Magazine, 1937. Related Posts Bette Davis eating an ice-cream in some fabulous sunglasses 1960s tights by John Rawlings Warren Beatty and Natalie Wood Source and copyright: George Eastman House Collection Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1930s, Fashion, [...]

Models in front of the Arc de Triomphe 1949

Published on 2012-10-16 16:05:00

Models in front of what looks like the arc de triomphe

1920s Follies girl Drucilla Strain

Published on 2012-10-16 11:20:00

A strking portrait of 1920s Ziegfeld Follies girl, Drucilla Strain. Related Posts

Dovima photographed by Avedon

Published on 2012-10-16 06:26:31

A gorgeous photo of 50s supermodel Dovima wearing a voluminous cape coat and photographed by Richard Avedon Related Posts

Grace Kelly in the sea

Published on 2012-10-16 00:45:00

Grace Kelly emerging from the sea. She may be the most beautiful woman who ever lived, what do you think? Related Posts

Rio carnival samba parade, 1970s

Published on 2012-10-15 07:56:17

1970s Rio carnival samba parade, isn’t this a wonderful photo? So full of life and vitality! Related Posts Flowery fifties hats Modern Vintage: Lana del Rey for H&M Claudia Cardinale dripping with diamonds in 1960s Vogue Source and copyright: Time Inc. Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1970s, Real Life, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, carnival, costume, retro, [...]

Vintage Harpers Bazaar cover, 1950

Published on 2012-10-15 03:30:50

Vintage Harpers Bazaar cover from January 1950, photographed by Louise Dahl-Wolfe Related Posts Girl and Elephant: vintage circus photo Carmen dell’Orefice in a vintage lingerie ad Steve McQueen, shirtless and handsome… Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Cover, Harpers Bazaar, Louise Dahl-Wolfe, magazine, retro, Umbrella, vintage

A young Julie Andrews, 1960

Published on 2012-10-14 17:27:53

A very young Julie Andrews photographed rehearsing for the stage show of My Fair Lady wiht Rex Harrison, 1960 Related Posts 50 years on, and still nobody does it better… Marilyn with her eyes closed Vintage Lookbook Mad Men’s Joan Source and copyright: Time Inc. Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, [...]

1920s Follies girl Mary Eaton in a New Look style dress

Published on 2012-10-14 12:07:04

1920s Follies girl Mary Eaton in a New Look style dress. Perhaps this is where Dior got the original idea for their 1059s new look silhouette? Related Posts Modern vintage: Mila Kunis as a paparazzi hunted 50s starlet 1960s James Bond Auditions 1930s movie star Norma Shearer by Steichen Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by ky_olsen Edited with [...]

Very long 1940s gloves

Published on 2012-10-14 07:02:12

1940s fashion photo. Model wearing extremely long gloves designed by Hattie Carnegie which almost cover the shoulders. Related Posts Paul Newman in Cool Hand Luke 1920s flapper Louise Brooks Marilyn, Putting Her Face On Source and copyright: Time Inc. Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1940s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, gloves, model, retro, vintage

Silent movie star Lillian Gish

Published on 2012-10-14 03:32:15

Silent movie star Lillian Gish from The Birth of a Nation Related Posts Cary Grant smoking Clara Bow Sunny Harnett Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by Jack’s Movie Mania Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Cinema, flapper, Lillian Gish, movie, retro, vintage

Marilyn’s costume design from There’s No Business Like Showbusiness

Published on 2012-10-13 17:29:30

Travilla’s design for Marilyn Monroe for the movie “There’s No Business Like Showbusiness”. Marilyn also wore this dress privately. Related Posts Katharine Hepburn & David Manners 1960s model Peggy Moffitt in Gernreich’s iconic topless swimsuit Greta Garbo in The Kiss Souce and copyright: Some rights reserved by thefoxling Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Illustration, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, [...]

Elizabeth Taylor and her son Michael, 1950s

Published on 2012-10-13 12:24:41

Elizabeth Taylor with her son Michael Howard Wilding, I’m guessing this would be some time in 1954. Related Posts Marilyn Monroe reading James Joyce, 1954 1940s photos of Orson Welles dancing Everything Was Moving: Photography from the 60s and 70s Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by CAHairyBear Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, [...]

Sophia Loren in a nightie which leaves very little to the imagination!

Published on 2012-10-13 07:45:36

Sophia Loren in a very risque neglige from the movie Marriage Italian Style, 1964 Related Posts 1940s beach fashions 1950s: a young Clint Eastwood with Donald O’Connor Clown and Policeman Source and copyright: Time Inc. Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Cinema, movies, Photo, Sophia Loren, vintage

A hat which is amusing outdoors but a menace in crowded elevators

Published on 2012-10-13 01:05:12

Sixteen-inch feather antennae on velour cap designed by Hattie Carnegie worn by model is amusing outdoors but a menace in crowded elevators. Related Posts 1940s fashion photo Marilyn in a red jumper, 1955 Vogue cover from December 1958 Source and copyright: Time inc.

Mia Farrow in bed, 1960s

Published on 2012-10-12 15:20:15

Mia Farrow in bed from the movie: A Dandy in Aspic, 1968 Related Posts Marilyn Monroe’s press conference announcing her divorce, 1954 Catherine Bach aka Daisy Duke 1950s swimwear Source and copyright: Time Inc. Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Cinema, Mia Farrow, movie, Photo, sixties, vintage

1940s beauty treatments

Published on 2012-10-12 12:07:09

1940s beauty treatments by Helena Rubenstein – hmm the price of being beautiful eh? I guess this is no stranger than botox and fish nibbling your feet, but still it certainly looks strange! [7 photos] Related Posts Evelyn Tripp in a pink slip, 1957 Brigitte Bardot stripping… Lauren Bacall 1946 Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed [...]

1960s fashion

Published on 2012-10-12 07:28:08

Tamera Vladimirtsev – Soviet Model In Paris. The model seems to be wearing a plastic dress, still isn’t her hair wonderful? Related Posts Cheryl Tiegs in a swimsuit, 1970s Esther Williams 1950s photo of Dorian Leigh Source and copyright: Time Inc. Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, model, retro, style, [...]

Harpers Bazaar 1959

Published on 2012-10-12 02:24:00

Jan Rylander, April Harper’s Bazaar 1959 Lacquer red silk crowded with beige and bright pink blossoms is cut with exquisite detail – from the loose oval sweep of the kimono sleeved jacket to the oval hem of the dress. By Leslie Morris, to order at Bergdorf Goodman. Related Posts 1950s model Dovima in Vogue Lana [...]

1940s Schiapparelli gown

Published on 2012-10-11 12:48:40

Shari Herbert, one of New York’s top models, wearing tight grape taffeta gown by Schiapparelli featuring a separate flesh-colored bra that drips sequins & pearls Related Posts Audrey Hepburn, 1955 Vogue cover from December 1958 Veruschka Source and copyright: Time Inc. Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: Vintage Tagged: 1940s, fashion, Photo, Schiapparelli, Shari Herbert, style, [...]

1920s Ziegfeld Follies girl Delores Costello

Published on 2012-10-11 07:00:19

1920s Ziegfeld Follies girl Delores Costello – isn’t this the most fabulous outfit? Related Posts Elizabeth Taylor aged 15 Flowery fifties hats 1950s model Anne St. Marie Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by ky_olsen Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Photo, retro, vintage, Ziegfeld Follies

Jennifer Jones 1940s

Published on 2012-10-11 02:07:16

Actress and 1940s movie star Jennifer Jones who won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance in the 1943 The Song of Bernadette. Related Posts 1930s vintage swimwear: New Year 1933 Vintage 1960s French raincoat illustration Edie Sedgwick 1965 Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by Mr_Screenland Esq Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: Vintage Tagged: 1940s, [...]

Julie Christie 1960s

Published on 2012-10-10 15:11:51

Julie Christie in the 1961 BBC series ‘A For Andromeda’ Related Posts Barbara Goalen wearing a 1950s wool suit 1930s ballet dancers taking a break 60s model Donna Mitchell wearing pearls and a big emerald Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by x-ray delta one Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, A for Andromeda, BBC, [...]

Elvis: Live a little, love a little poster from 1968

Published on 2012-10-10 12:10:51

From dawn to darkroom… from doll to doll… ELVIS clicks with the chicks as a playboy photographer who leads a double-life! Elvis Presley shows you how to Live a little, Love a little Related Posts Dorothea McGowan photographed by Irving Penn Steve McQueen and Faye Dunaway – some girls get all the luck… Marilyn the [...]

Model in checked cape 1949

Published on 2012-10-10 07:07:46

Model wearing checkered, deep-cuffed fleece coat which is almost all sleeve as it stretches 52-inches fr. wrist to wrist in one continuous piece, designed by Pauline Trigere. 1949 Related Posts Ava Gardner in waders and a swimsuit 1960s model Celia Hammond by Bert Stern Marilyn Monroe’s press conference announcing her divorce, 1954 Source and copyright: Time [...]

1950s swimsuits for that lampshade look…

Published on 2012-10-10 01:50:00

Vintage swimswear from 1957 by Rose Marie Reid. Jewels of the Sea. Deceptive simplicity of line-upon-line of tucks… Related Posts 1930s Lucky Strike advert Cary Grant smoking Young 1920s girl with a big bow in her hair Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by x-ray delta one Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: Advertising, Fashion, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, [...]

Anita Page in the Ziegfeld Follies

Published on 2012-10-09 15:30:00

A risque photograph of 1920s Ziegfeld Follies girl Anita Page in ‘costume’ (well wearing a sword and some bracelets!) Related Posts Marilyn Monroe jumping! 1959 James Dean Marilyn Getting Ready Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by ky_olsen Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1920s, Pin-up girls, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Anita Page, Photo, vintage, Ziegfeld Follies

Anne St Marie on the cover of 1950s Vogue

Published on 2012-10-09 12:42:00

1950s model Anne St. Marie on the cover of Vogue March 1956. I love the mix of oranges and pink on this colour – and the word ‘allure’ – I should try and drop that word into more conversations… Related Posts 1950s fashion photo from Harpers Bazaar Joan Crawford answering her fan mail 1940s model [...]

50s pinup Betty Brosmer and Nerina Orton (and the trend for tiny waists)

Published on 2012-10-09 03:38:42

I saw a newspaper article yesterday about student and part-time Burlesque dancer Nerina Orton and her tiny 15.7″ waist and it reminded me of 50s pin-up and model Betty Brosmer. Her waist was 18″, which is definitely tiny, but it made me realise just how small Nerina’s waist is. Apparently the world record for the [...]

Vintage lookbook: Flapper style

Published on 2012-10-09 03:20:00

Embrace your inner flapper in a fringed dress teamed with long necklaces, gold shoes and some bangles worn high on your arm – then get dancing! Clockwise from top left: Triangle Cut Out & Crystal Set Bangles by Fiorelli Costume, 1920s Style Gunmetal Crossover Necklace with Clear Crystal by Fiorelli Costume, Topaz Beaded Feather Fringe [...]

Vintage daily crave: Anna Dello Russo’s zebra bracelet

Published on 2012-10-08 15:12:47

I saw this zebra bracelet on the H&M site and it struck me how similar it was to this bracelet worn by model Wilhelmina Cooper in this 1960s photo from Vogue. Hers is gold and encrusted with diamonds and rubies but still the similarities are striking don’t you think? Related Posts Wilhelmina Cooper wearing a [...]

Harpers Bazaar 1958

Published on 2012-10-08 12:57:45

1950s model Iris Bianchi wearing a wool suit by Finger & Rabiner from Harpers Bazaar 1958. Related Posts Modern Vintage: Zara menswear have gone all James Dean Jean Patchett in 1940s Vogue Wilhelmina Cooper wearing a luxury zebra bracelet, 1960s Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: fashion, [...]

Competition winner

Published on 2012-10-08 11:22:14

I’m delighted to announce the winner of the competition to win a set of vintage-style greetings cards is… (I know, I’m teasing you sorry!) Esther Lewis. Congratulations Esther, NobleWorks Cards will be in touch soon to arrange delivery of your prize. If you didn’t win, why not enter our latest competition for your chance to [...]

Leslie Caron dancing

Published on 2012-10-08 07:13:10

The wonderful French actress and dancer Leslie Caron, (she was the one in An American in Paris with Gene Kelly) dancing 1952 Related Posts Clara Bow, 1920s The fabulous Julie Newmar in a gold swimsuit The mad new world of Batman, Superman and the Marquis de Sade Source and copyright: Time Inc. Edited with BlogPad Pro [...]

Elvis and Priscilla Presley on their wedding day

Published on 2012-10-08 02:48:50

Elvis and Priscilla Presley on their wedding day at the Las Vegas Hilton in 1967, and below the dolls of them – do you think it’s a good likeness? Related Posts French vintage advert with illustration by Gruau Elizabeth Taylor as Cleopatra Brigitte Bardot, 1960s Images 1: Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by danperry.com, 2: [...]

When Elvis met Nixon

Published on 2012-10-07 15:33:04

Elvis Presley & Richard Nixon in the Oval Office in 1970 – don’t they make a strange couple? Elvis wrote to Nixon saying that he wanted to become a Federal Agent in the fight against drugs (rumour has it that he just wanted the badge since he collected police and military paraphernalia!). In the meeting [...]

Vintage advert for Ceil Chapman, 1951

Published on 2012-10-07 11:25:00

1950s model Dorian Leigh

Marlon Brando in a wheelchair, 1949

Published on 2012-10-07 06:20:00

Marlon Brando practicing in a wheelchair for the movie The Men in 1949 Related Posts

Marilyn wrapped in a towel, 1960s

Published on 2012-10-07 02:02:00

Marilyn Monroe wrapped in a towel at the beach, 1960s Related Posts Clara Bow Celia Hammond in 1960s Vogue 1940s swimwear: Shirley May France swimming the English Channel in style Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by ky_olsen Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Cinema, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, vintage

Spring hats from 1950

Published on 2012-10-06 14:15:00

Hats from the spring season 1950. I love the variety of styles here but I think my favourite is the little knitted hat with lace at the back – what about you? Photographed by Gordon Parks for LIFE Magazine. [7 photos] Related Posts

Ballet dancer 1949

Published on 2012-10-06 11:25:00

A ballet dancer rehearsing in 1949. Related Posts

Ursula Andress in that white bikini from Dr No

Published on 2012-10-06 07:17:00

How could we celebrate 50 years since the release of the first James Bond movie Dr No without having a photo of the amazing Ursula Andress in that bikini? Related Posts Moira Shearer, The Red Shoes 1950s boys on the beach in Barbados 60s icon Peggy Moffitt in Gernreich Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by [...]

1930s burlesque dancer Faith Bacon

Published on 2012-10-06 02:53:00

Faith Bacon who was a Burlesque dancer and Ziegfeld Follies girl between 1928 and 1931, who tragically committed suicide by throwing herself out of a window when she couldn’t find work. She was only 46. Related Posts The Duke and Duchess of Windsor in Lisbon, Portugal, 1940 1950s Christian Dior gown 1960s fashion photo of [...]

Vintage beauty queens: Miss America 1930

Published on 2012-10-05 15:34:00

1930s beauty queen: Miss America 1930, Margaret Ekdahl aged 18 from Florida. Related Posts Madonna as Marilyn Monroe Marilyn Monroe Marilyn in a White Swimsuit Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by carbonated Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1930s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Beauty, beauty queen, fashion, miss america, style, vintage

Scantily clad Parisienne dancing girls at the Lido Club, 1940s

Published on 2012-10-05 12:29:00

Scantily clad dancing girls at the Lido club in Paris, 1948. I always dreamt of being a showgirl when I was growing up – I loved the idea of the exotic costumes, glamour and high-kicks. I tell myself I didn’t fulfil this dream because I was too short (only 5′ 5″) but it’s probably really [...]

Win a piece of silk Burlesque-style lingerie

Published on 2012-10-05 07:30:00

This week’s competition prize has been donated by the delicious Miss Jones Lingerie. Miss Jones is exquisite bespoke lingerie, handmade to order from pure silk, with French Chantilly lace, and adorned with Swarovski crystals. For romantic Brides, the honeymoon Boudoir, and the Burlesque starlet in us all. Miss Jacqueline Jones is behind every item of [...]

Lobby cards from Dr No, 1962

Published on 2012-10-05 06:14:00

The first James Bond Film, Dr No was released 50 years ago today.

Harpers Bazaar 1949

Published on 2012-10-05 01:25:00

1940s Harpers Bazaar photo by Lillian Bassman Related Posts Marisa Berenson Cyd Charisse Clara Bow Source

1940s beach fashions

Published on 2012-10-04 14:00:00

1940s photo of model Stephanie Nikashian (on the right) wearing a cartwheel straw hat & flower-print Turkish trousers. February 1940. Source

Dress design sketch for Marilyn’s iconic white dress

Published on 2012-10-04 11:15:00

I’m going to have my precious baby standing over a grate. What would I give her to wear that would blow in the breeze and be fun and pretty? The Seven Year Itch costume designer Travilla talking about Marilyn Monroe’s iconic white dress. Related Posts Vintage Lookbook: Summer Fun 50s Style Catherine Bach aka Daisy [...]

Clara Bow

Published on 2012-10-04 06:05:00

Clara Bow, 1920s movie actress. Isn’t she beautiful? Related Posts Marilyn, doing a shoulder stand Modern vintage: Mila Kunis as a paparazzi hunted 50s starlet 1930s Lucky Strike advert Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by ADiamondFellFromTheSky Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Clara Bow, flapper, vintage

People queuing to see the Taylor-Burton Diamond

Published on 2012-10-04 01:25:00

In 1969 Cartier displayed the Taylor-Burton diamond for a brief period between Richard Burton buying it at auction and it being handed over to him. While it was displayed more than 6,000 people a day flocked to the Cartier store in New York to see it. It’s fascinating to look at people’s expressions while they’re [...]

Katharine Hepburn 1930s

Published on 2012-10-03 15:52:15

Katharine Hepburn lying on floor in pleated dress, smoking, on the Broadway set of “The Philadelphia Story 1938 Related Posts 50 years on, and still nobody does it better… 1940s swimwear: Shirley May France swimming the English Channel in style Debbie Reynolds Source and copyright: Time Inc. Filed under: 1930s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Katharine Hepburn, [...]

Dorothea McGowan photographed by Irving Penn

Published on 2012-10-03 12:47:26

Dorothea McGowan photographed by Irving Penn for Vogue 1963 Related Posts 1960s swimwear: snorkling in a bikini Party girl Marilyn Veronica Lake, 1942 Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Dorothea McGowan, Irving Penn, vintage, Vogue

Cleopatra: Taylor, Burton & the $44 million scandale

Published on 2012-10-03 04:52:32

When Elizabeth Taylor came to the end of her studio contract in 1961 she was free to finally choose her roles and command her own price. And that’s exactly what she did when she demanded the huge sum of $1 million to play the title role in Cleopatra. Cleopatra started as a small budget-movie which [...]

Ever wondered what a young Robert Wagner looked like?

Published on 2012-10-03 02:44:13

I must admit, I’d never given it much thought. I loved watching Hart to Hart when I was growing up, but always assumed Robert Wagner looked like Rob Lowe when he was young thanks to the Austin Powers movies! I think he actually looks much more like DiNozzo from NCIS, so casting him as Anthony [...]

1950s spray tan advert

Published on 2012-10-02 15:03:14

Vintage advert for spray tan from Marie Claire 1955. Related Posts 3 photos of Marilyn in dance class, aged 22 Entertaining the Troops Lauren Bacall, 1950s Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by lobstar28 Filed under: 1950s, Advertising, Illustration, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, advert, retro, vintage

Clara Bow in a swastika-themed outfit

Published on 2012-10-02 12:01:56

Silent movie actress and flapper Clara Bow photographed in the 1920s (so before Swastikas were associated with Hitler). Still it seems a very strange image to now doesn’t it? Related Posts Audrey Hepburn with her Oscar in 1953 Bette Davis Lisa Fonssagrives in 1940s Vogue Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by joanneteh_32(loving Laduree) Filed under: [...]

Tilly Tizzani for Vogue 1963

Published on 2012-10-02 07:53:43

Model Tilly Tizzani for Vogue March 1963 photographed by Bert Stern. Aren’t those gold mules wonderful? Related Posts 1960s street fashion: N.Y. Library 5 ave Jean Patchett in 1940s Vogue 1950s circus photos: Those wonderful girls on the flying trapeze Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Bert [...]

Competition winner

Published on 2012-10-02 04:13:23

The winner of our competition to win a beautiful vintage necklace is: [drumroll please] Kayleigh – congratulations Kayleigh, So Loves Vintage, will be in touch with you to arrange delivery of your prize! If you didn’t win this time, why not enter our current competition to win a set of vintage-style greetings cards? We’ve also got an [...]

1960s Soviet model in Paris

Published on 2012-10-02 02:15:49

Tamera Vladimirtsev – Soviet Model In Paris, 1960s. I love the belted minidress with it’s oversized pockets! Related Posts Vintage Lookbook: 21st Century Rockabilly Vintage James Bond posters Steve McQueen on the cover of Harpers Bazaar Source and copyright: Time Inc. Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, model, Paris, sixties, style, Tamera Vladimirtsev, vintage

1940s model protecting her modesty

Published on 2012-10-01 15:27:05

Beauty photo from 1948 of a model wearing just a petticoat. Photographed by Nina Leen. Related Posts 1940s photos of Orson Welles dancing Corsets vs Spanx (or lace, corsets and boning Oh My!) Catherine Deneuve Source and copyright: Time Inc. Filed under: 1940s, Fashion, Underwear, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, Beauty, Nina Leen, Photo, vintage

Audrey Hepburn 1960s

Published on 2012-10-01 12:21:42

A gorgeous photo of Audrey Hepburn in the 1960s – I love her eye makeup in this photo. Related Posts 1950s swimwear: Carmen Dell’Orefice in a bikini Audrey Hepburn with her Oscar in 1953 Ava Gardner Source and copyright: Time Inc. Some rights reserved by aclbraga Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Audrey Hepburn, [...]

Marilyn’s Last Sitting by Bert Stern

Published on 2012-10-01 04:09:51

The Last Sitting was a photoshoot of Marilyn Monroe by photographer Bert Stern in 1962. It took place over three days only six weeks before Marilyn’s death. He took over 2,500 photos, so I’ve only included a few but amongst them are some of the most beautiful and iconic photos of Marilyn ever taken. In [...]

1950s swimwear: Carmen Dell’Orefice in a bikini

Published on 2012-10-01 02:15:53

1950s model Carmen Dell’Orefice photographed surrounded by flamingos wearing a bikini. This photo was taken in the Bahamas by Norman Parkinson for Vogue 1959. Related Posts 1950s model Evelyn Tripp in Vogue Elizabeth Taylor in 1960s 1930s magazine cover: woman wearing a headscarf Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Swimwear, [...]

Julie Newmar mid-leap

Published on 2012-09-30 15:12:24

A young Julie Newmar photographed mid-leap, 1950s. Related Posts 60s icon Peggy Moffitt in Gernreich 1950s beauty photo by Lillian Bassman Clara Bow Source and copyright: JulieNewmar.com Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Dance, dancing, Julie Newmar, Photo, photographs, vintage

Fur coat and swimsuit, 1940

Published on 2012-09-30 12:41:05

Fur coat and swimsuit, Feb 1940. Model wearing fur jacket over bathing suit during walk on Miami’s beach during a rare three-week 31-degree cold spell. Those were the days eh? Related Posts Suzy Parker by John Rawlings, 1952 January Vogue Elizabeth Taylor and Montgomery Clift 1950s model Anne St. Marie Source and copyright: Time Inc. Filed under: [...]

Jill St. John, 1970s

Published on 2012-09-30 07:38:08

Jill St. John, who was the Bond girl in Diamonds are Forever, wearing turquoise and silver jewelry made by Navajao Indians. Related Posts Hedy Lamarr 1930s photo of Dena Evelyn Shapiro 1960s wiggle dress and diamonds Source and copyright: Time Inc. Filed under: 1970s, Cinema, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, James Bond, Jill St. John, retro, seventies

Teenage Elizabeth Taylor in a pink tutu

Published on 2012-09-30 02:25:33

A young Elizabeth Taylor looking amazing in a pink strapless tutu – wow! I would guess this photo was taken in the late 1940s when she was in her late teens. Related Posts The Duke and Duchess of Windsor in Lisbon, Portugal, 1940 1950s model Evelyn Tripp in Vogue Debbie Reynolds in dance rehearsals 1960 [...]

Jeannie Patchett covering 1950s Vogue

Published on 2012-09-29 15:29:50

50s model Jeannie Patchett in a striped headscarf on the cover of July 1951 Vogue. Related Posts Young 1920s girl with a big bow in her hair James Dean Marilyn Monroe jumping! 1959 Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_I Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Cover, fashion, Jean Patchett, retro, style, vintage, Vogue

1950s fashion design sketch by Gruau

Published on 2012-09-29 10:33:19

1950s fashion illustration sketched by René Gruau Related Posts Cindy Crawford 1970s ski fashions 1960s photo: Man in striped shirt showing tattoo Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by thefoxling Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Illustration, Vintage Tagged: draw, drawing, fashion, Gruau, illustration, René Gruau, sketch, vintage

1930s fashion

Published on 2012-09-29 07:31:56

1930s fashion: a beautiful chevron print long dress from 1932 Related Posts 1950s fashion illustration by Gruau Girl in front of a 1960s window display The mad new world of Batman, Superman and the Marquis de Sade Source and copyright: Time Inc. Edited with BlogPad Pro Filed under: 1930s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, fashion, photos, retro, [...]

Marilyn in a red jumper, 1955

Published on 2012-09-28 15:11:34

Isn’t this photo of Marilyn Monroe gorgeous? How can she look so great just dressed in a red jumper?! Photo was taken in 1955. Related Posts Sunny Harnett in 1950s Vogue Hedy Lamarr 1960s Persian-scroll print jumpsuit Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by thefoxling Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Pin-up girls, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Beauty, Marilyn [...]

60s style muse Edie Sedgwick

Published on 2012-09-28 12:04:57

Andy Warhol’s muse and sixties style icon Edie Sedgwick. Related Posts Claudia Cardinale dripping with diamonds in 1960s Vogue Audrey Hepburn under a striped umbrella Vintage French weddings 1920s-1970s Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by vintspiration Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Edie Sedgwick, retro, sixties, vintage

The best mens vintage fashions from Goodwood Revival

Published on 2012-09-28 06:36:31

Following on from my post about my top 20 best dressed women at this year’s Goodwood Revival, here’s my list of the top 20 men. I haven’t put them in any particular order. For some reason I found it even harder to choose which was my favourite this time! Which outfit do you like best? [...]

1930s peplum dress

Published on 2012-09-28 01:33:06

1930s peplum evening gown with a flower corsage at the shoulder. Isn’t this beautiful? Related Posts Celia Hammond in 1960s Vogue Ginger Rogers Dancing 1930s hat fashions Source and copyright: Time Inc. Filed under: 1930s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, fashion, peplum, Photo, style, vintage

1930s Lucky Strike advert: Girl in Red

Published on 2012-09-27 15:29:53

Vintage advert for Lucky Strike cigarettes from 1936 titled ‘Lucky Strike: Girl in Red’. The model looks so exotic in the photo and I love the white tips to her manicure! Related Posts Ava Gardner in waders and a swimsuit Audrey Hepburn wearing a zebra print beret Barbara Stanwyck Source and copyright: George Eastman House [...]

Anna Neagle and Michael Wilding dancing

Published on 2012-09-27 12:23:51

Anna Neagle and Michael Wilding dancing in a movie still – I’m not sure which movie this is from, can anyone help? Michale Wilding was also Elizabeth Taylor‘s second husband. Related Posts Mary Jane Russell Cecil Beaton: Theatre of War Elke Sommer Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by classic film scans Filed under: 1940s, Cinema, [...]

Vintage daily crave: 1950s gold dress

Published on 2012-09-27 07:42:53

I’m madly in love with this 1950s vintage dress from Couture Allure – isn’t it wonderful? Just thought I’d share the gorgeousness! *sigh* Related Posts Cyd Charisse in a bikini Gene Tierney 1939, The Duchess of Windsor in a pleated dress Filed under: 1950s, Vintage, Vintage Daily Crave Tagged: 1950s, dress, gold, gown, vintage

1960s Persian-scroll print jumpsuit

Published on 2012-09-27 07:21:44

A wonderful flared jumpsuit from Setpember 1964 Vogue. The model is Isabella Albonico. Related Posts Cyd Charisse Dovima in a 1950s advert for Swansdown Wardrobe malfunction? Ask the experts on The Vintage Fashion Forum! Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed under: 1960s, Advertising, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Isabella Albonico, retro, style, vintage, Vogue

Trying on new lipsticks in 1945

Published on 2012-09-27 01:59:32

Girls testing new lipstick colours in 1945 – it’s a pity these photos are in black and white isn’t it? I wonder whether the shapes they drew are actually what the girls’ lips looked like..? [3 photos] Related Posts Raquel Welch Cindy and Helena by Helmut Newton 1950s model Evelyn Tripp with an orchid in [...]

Sunny Harnett in 1950s Vogue

Published on 2012-09-26 15:41:32

1950s model Sunny Harnett in an advert for Dacron and Cotton in Vogue January 1959. Related Posts 1960s bikini-clad girls sunbathing in Cannes Warren Beatty and Natalie Wood Lisa Fonssagrives in 1940s Vogue Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed under: 1950s, Advertising, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, advert, retro, Sunny Harnett, vintage, Vogue

Costume design sketch for Marilyn by Travilla

Published on 2012-09-26 12:02:58

Costume design sketch by Travilla for Marilyn Monroe‘s gold halterneck dress for the movie Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, 1952. Related Posts Brigitte Bardot 1960s 1930s photo of Dena Evelyn Shapiro Young Kate Moss in the early ’90s Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by thefoxling Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Illustration, Vintage Tagged: fashion, illustration, Marilyn Monroe, [...]

Elizabeth Taylor in Cleopatra makeup

Published on 2012-09-26 06:57:08

Elizabeth Taylor with fabulous Cleopatra-style makeup, 1960s Related Posts Audrey Hepburn under a striped umbrella 1950s checked parasol Vintage Harpers Bazaar cover Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by TinselTown USA Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Cleopatra, Elizabeth Taylor, makeup, style, vintage

The mad new world of Batman, Superman and the Marquis de Sade

Published on 2012-09-26 02:21:09

What a random title on this LIFE Magazine cover from March 1966 – I would have loved to read the article! Related Posts Vintage Lookbook: Summer Fun 50s Style Vintage bathing suits 1940s girl in a rain coat from McCall magazine Source and copyright: Time Inc. Filed under: 1960s, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, batman, Cover, magazine, superhero, [...]

1950s beauty photo by Lillian Bassman

Published on 2012-09-25 15:15:30

A beauty photo from 1952 Harpers Bazaar magazine by Lillian Bassman and featuring Helena Rubenstein makeup and cherry blossom! Related Posts 1950s circus photos: Those wonderful girls on the flying trapeze Hoisting the Elephant Carmen dell’Orefice in a vintage lingerie ad Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, [...]

Elizabeth Taylor posing in a bathing suit 1963

Published on 2012-09-25 12:10:46

Elizabeth Taylor in a bathing suit October 1963. Actress Elizabeth Taylor posing in bathing suit on location during filming of motion picture “The Night of the Iguana.” Related Posts 1920s Ziegfeld Follies: the Dolly sisters, decked out in feathery costumes Cindy and Helena by Helmut Newton 1950s model Dovima in Vogue Source and copyright: Time Inc. Filed [...]

Vintage French weddings 1920s-1970s

Published on 2012-09-25 06:40:00

I’m delighted to have a guest post today from the lovely French blogger Anne who blogs at chicandgeek.com. She has agreed to share some of her wonderful family wedding photos from the 20s through to the 70s. Enjoy, and merci Anne! The pictures I’m happy to share with you today came in my mailbox (the [...]

Flowery fifties hats

Published on 2012-09-25 02:13:21

Two models in the snow wearing bright flowery 1950s turban-style hats. Photographed by Yale Joel. Does anyone know who these models are? Related Posts Marilyn and the bear: by John Vachon Diana Dors 1950s photo of Dorian Leigh Source and coypright: Time Inc. Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, fifties, hats, style, vintage

Claudia Cardinale dripping with diamonds in 1960s Vogue

Published on 2012-09-24 15:43:37

Italian actress Claudia Cardinale wearing Van Cleef & Arples diamond jewellery from Vogue March 1962. I love her hairstyle in this photo! Related Posts Myrna Loy Natalie Wood surrounded by photographers at the Cannes Film Festival Cyd Charisse Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Claudia Cardinale, [...]

Goodwood Revival 2012: my top 20 best dressed

Published on 2012-09-24 12:46:17

You might remember I went to Goodwood Revival a few weeks ago (you can see my post about the day here if you missed it). It was a wonderful weekend filled with vintage fashions and cars and I was delighted today to come across these wonderful photos of the best dressed people at the Revival [...]

50s pin up girl Betty Brosmer

Published on 2012-09-24 12:38:36

The wonderful fifties pin up girl Betty Brosmer with her 18″ waist – wow! Related Posts Betty Brosmer and her amazing 18″ waist Audrey Hepburn wearing a zebra print beret How did 1950s models get such tiny waists? The low down on waist training Source and copyright: BettyBrosmer.com

Cindy and Helena by Helmut Newton

Published on 2012-09-24 07:32:11

Cindy Crawford and Helena Christensen from a photoshoot by Helmut Newton for Vogue France in 1991 Related Posts Bette Davis eating an ice-cream in some fabulous sunglasses Fifties pin-up Julie Newmar 1960s street fashion: N.Y. Library 5 ave Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by ultra-glam fashion & couture Filed under: 1990s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1990s, cindy crawford, Helena [...]

Dean Martin kissing Frank Sinatra

Published on 2012-09-24 03:24:07

Dean Martin kissing a laughing Frank Sinatra, 1965. Related Posts 1960s James Bond Auditions 1960s model Celia Hammond by Bert Stern Suzy Parker in a 1950s Modess Advert Source and copyright: Time Inc. Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, Photo, vintage

Richard Burton 1960s

Published on 2012-09-23 15:23:22

Richard Burton (looking a bit scary if I’m honest) from the movie The Night of the Iguana. Photographed in Mexico 1963 by Gjon Mili Related Posts Daily crave: vintage 1970s style belt Nena von Schlebrugge The Duke and Duchess of Windsor in Lisbon, Portugal, 1940 Source and copyright: Time Inc. Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Jewellery, Vintage [...]

Anne St Marie for Claire McCardel, 1950s

Published on 2012-09-23 12:52:22

1950s advert for Claire McCardel sweaters from Vogue August 1956 featuring model Anne St. Marie. Related Posts Waverly Place, 1968 Benedict Cumberbatch as Sherlock Debbie Reynolds in dance rehearsals 1960 Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed under: 1950s, Advertising, Fashion, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, advert, Anne St. Marie, Claire McCardel, vintage, Vogue

Marilyn working out

Published on 2012-09-23 07:46:38

Marilyn working out with barbels wearing a bikini top and jeans . Photographed by Philippe Halsman Related Posts Cindy Crawford & Helena Christensen Vogue 1991 Catherine Deneuve Audrey Hepburn Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by sofi01 Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, exercise, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, vintage, work out

Paul Newman soaking wet

Published on 2012-09-23 02:09:18

A soaking wet Paul Newman to start your day from Cool Hand Luke, 1967 Related Posts Debbie Reynolds in dance rehearsals 1960 Katharine Hepburn & David Manners Vintage Style Heroes: Josefine of the Ritzy Ladies Source

Bette Davis eating an ice-cream in some fabulous sunglasses

Published on 2012-09-22 15:28:48

I love this photo of Bette Davis eating an ice-cream – those vintage sunglasses are fabulous! Related Posts 1950s swimwear Goodwood Revival 2012: the photos Young 1920s girl with a big bow in her hair Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by quicheisinsane Filed under: 1930s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Bette Davis, Photo, retro, sunglasses, [...]

1960s tights by John Rawlings

Published on 2012-09-22 12:15:09

1960s spotty tights photographed by John Rawlings, 1964 Related Posts Amelia Earhart 1960s mod girl on a scooter Zsa Zsa Gabor Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by elena-lu Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, feathers, hosiery, John Rawlings, retro, style, tights, vintage

Warren Beatty and Natalie Wood

Published on 2012-09-22 07:16:21

Warren Beatty & Natalie Wood, 1960s. I didn’t realise until recently that Warren Beatty is Shirley MacLaine’s brother – did you? Related Posts Vintage Lookbook: Summer Fun 50s Style Sixties model Benedetta Barzini Jerry Hall in Christian Dior Source and copyright: Time Inc. Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Natalie Wood, Photo, vintage, Warren Beatty

Win a set of vintage-style greetings cards

Published on 2012-09-22 02:29:48

This week’s competition prize are these fabulously funny greetings cards courtesy of NobleWorks Cards. About the prize: Set of vintage style adult greetings cards To enter: For your chance to win this vintage necklace tell us your favourite item from NobleWorks Cards and let us know in the comment box below. We’ll pick a winner after entries [...]

1950s model Ruth Neumann-Derujinsky

Published on 2012-09-22 02:10:50

1950s model Ruth Neumann-Derujinsky Related Posts Young 1920s girl with a big bow in her hair 3 photos of Marilyn in dance class, aged 22 Vintage Lookbook: Dita Von Teese’s Showcase Dress Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by myvintagevogue Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, model, Ruth Neumann-Derujunksy, vintage

1950s Vogue

Published on 2012-09-21 15:15:42

1950s fashion photo by by Richard Rutledge for Vogue August 1956 Related Posts Vintage 1930s postcards 1930s dancer Peggy Lee 1950s fashion illustration by Gruau New elegance in the skirt-sweater-shirt. Everything is the same soft maple sugar shade in different textures; Silk shirt, Orlon cardigan and a Hockanum wool tweed skirt. Source and copyright: Some rights [...]

Ava Gardner in waders and a swimsuit

Published on 2012-09-21 12:12:53

Ava Gardner still managing to look amazing fishing in waders and a swimsuit Related Posts 1960s photo of Gina Lollobrigida with red hair Corsets vs Spanx (or lace, corsets and boning Oh My!) Brigitte Bardot 1960s Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by quicheisinsane Filed under: 1940s, Cinema, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, Ava Gardner, fishing, [...]

Audrey Hepburn under a striped umbrella

Published on 2012-09-21 07:09:04

Audrey Hepburn wearing a white dress standing under a striped umbrella. Related Posts James Dean Diana Rigg: On Her Majesty’s Secret Service 1969 1930s dancer Peggy Lee Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by quicheisinsane Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Audrey Hepburn, retro, style, Umbrella, vintage

1950s strapless swimsuit

Published on 2012-09-21 02:06:36

Wonderful 1950s strapless swimsuit with buttons at the front – isn’t this gorgeous? Related Posts 1960s swinging London: teenagers on Carnaby Street 1920s Ziegfeld girl Myrna Darby Swimwear 1949 Source and copyright: Time Inc. Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, fifties, retro, style, swimsuit, swimwear, vintage

1940s fashion photographed by John Rawlings

Published on 2012-09-20 15:40:29

Fashion photo taken in 1944 of a model in green gloves and a fabulous green hat by John Rawlings. Related Posts I’m guessing we won’t agree on this one… Vintage advert: 1960s anti-smoking campaign Swimwear 1949 Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by elena-lu Filed under: 1940s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, fashion, gloves, hat, John Rawlings, retro, style, vintage

Shirley MacLaine as a showgirl

Published on 2012-09-20 12:04:41

Shirley MacLaine in feathers and fishnets as a showgirl during her Japanese Las Vegas Party Benefit, 1960s. [7 photos] Related Posts Vintage circus: clown bottle feeding lion cubs Jackie Kennedy Wedding Dress James Dean Source and copyright: Time Inc. Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, dace, dancing, fishnets, retro, Shirley Maclaine, showgirl, vintage

Andy Warhol

Published on 2012-09-20 07:35:28

1960s photo of Andy Warhol with a polaroid camera. Related Posts A young Marilyn Monroe Everything Was Moving: Photography from the 60s and 70s Modern vintage: a naked Lana del Rey covers British GQ Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by quicheisinsane Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Andy Warhol, art, artist, Photo, retro, [...]

Vintage 1950s Harpers Bazaar

Published on 2012-09-20 02:26:53

1950s fashion photo by Lillian Bassman for Harper’s Bazaar July 1953 The smooth sheath of a dress that flourishes in a sun climate, thanks to what it’s made of. Which is; Milliken’s crisp and light Lorette: a blend of Orlon and worsted. Further notes: a flow carved- neck lline, little sleeves and tucks to ease [...]

James Dean

Published on 2012-09-19 15:46:25

James Dean looking pensive in a cowboy hat, 1950s Related Posts 1960s street fashion: N.Y. Library 5 ave Jean Patchett in 1940s Vogue 1950s circus photos: Those wonderful girls on the flying trapeze Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by quicheisinsane Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fifties, hat, James Dean, retro, vintage

60s supermodel Twiggy with a flower in her mouth

Published on 2012-09-19 12:37:47

Sixties supermodel Twiggy looking a bit grumpy with a flower in her mouth, 1967 Related Posts Silent movie star Gloria Swanson Jacqueline Bouvier Bridal Gown, 1953 Costume design sketch for Marilyn Monroe Source and copyright: Shaw Archiv / Keystone Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Photo, retro, sixties, supermodel, Twiggy, vintage

Natalie Wood surrounded by photographers at the Cannes Film Festival

Published on 2012-09-19 07:18:56

Today is the anniversary of the first ever Cannes Film Festival in 1946, so to celebrate here is Natalie Wood standing with Warren Beatty in front of a pack of photographers at the Cannes Film Festival 1963 Related Posts Celia Hammond in 1960s Vogue 1950s model Anne Gunning in the ‘most influential hat’ of 1956 [...]

1950s checked parasol

Published on 2012-09-19 02:31:58

What a gorgeous 1950s outfit! I love the combination of checked umbrella, matching hat and what look like leather gloves – so chic! Related Posts Cyd Charisse in her underwear Lisa Fonssagrives in 1940s Vogue Debbie Reynolds in dance rehearsals 1960 Source and copyright: Time Inc. Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, earrings, fashion, [...]

Rita Hayworth dancing with Fred Astaire

Published on 2012-09-19 02:25:41

Rita Hayworth dancing with Fred Astaire from You Were Never Lovlier 1941 Related Posts Hundreds of bikini-clad Jayne Mansfields 60s icon Peggy Moffitt in Gernreich Audrey Hepburn and Grace Kelly backstage at the 1956 Oscars Source and copyright: Time Inc. Filed under: 1940s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, Cinema, Dance, dancing, Fred Astaire, movie, Rita Hayworth

1950s model Evelyn Tripp with an orchid in her hair

Published on 2012-09-18 15:15:06

1950s model Evelyn Tripp with an orchid in her hair from Harpers Bazaar 1959 New Shades of Orientation’: Plantinum Beige to Champagne Beige ending in Rose Beige. The colour process only achieved by Clairol’s Salon Formula may be worked out only by the hairdresser, for it is almost as intricate to perfect as a colour [...]

1940s lingerie & nightwear photos

Published on 2012-09-18 12:08:59

These fantastic multiple exposure photos of a model wearing lingerie and nightwear were taken in 1945 by Gjon Mili for LIFE Magazine. Related Posts Win a beautiful vintage necklace Sixties eye makeup tutorial by Twiggy 1960s mod girl on a scooter Source and copyright: © Time Inc. Filed under: 1940s, Fashion, Underwear, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, [...]

Vintage 1960s French raincoat illustration

Published on 2012-09-18 07:01:59

Vintage 1960s French raincoat advert with illustration by Gruau Related Posts Vintage Lookbook: Lolita Veruschka Audrey Hepburn Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by thefoxling Filed under: 1960s, Advertising, Fashion, Illustration, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Gruau, hat, illustration, makeup, René Gruau, retro, vintage

Silent movie star Gloria Swanson

Published on 2012-09-18 02:39:38

1930s photo of silent movie actress Gloria Swanson Related Posts French vintage advert with illustration by Gruau Bette Davis 1940s bridal fashion photo from McCall Magazine Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by carbonated Filed under: 1930s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Cinema, Gloria Swanson, movie, Photo, vintage

1950s photo: seamed fishnet stockings attached to high heeled mules

Published on 2012-09-17 15:38:39

Model wearing black nylon net opera length hose permanently attached to high heeled satin mules by Herbert Levine – what an ingenious solution to the problem of walking in backless shoes! Photo by Gjon Mili, 1950 for LIFE Magazine Related Posts Brigitte Bardot Vintage Lookbook: 21st Century Rockabilly Marilyn Monroe’s press conference announcing her divorce, [...]

1930s B-movie star Lilian Bond

Published on 2012-09-17 12:22:25

Lilian Bond was a 1930s chorus girl who became a B-movie star in the 30s and 40s. Related Posts Help me find the best vintage fashion stores! Katharine Hepburn & David Manners Photos of Marilyn Monroe on her USO tour in Korea, 1954 Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by carbonated Filed under: 1930s, Cinema, Vintage [...]

Girl in front of a 1960s window display

Published on 2012-09-17 07:05:58

Woman with window display photographed by American photographer James Jowers in 1968. How fed up does she look? It looks like she’s been waiting for someone for some time… Related Posts 1960s Mary Quant mini skirts 1970s ski fashions Modern vintage: Mila Kunis as a paparazzi hunted 50s starlet Source and copyright: George Eastman House [...]

Uma Thurman’s mum: 1960s model Nena von Schlebrugge

Published on 2012-09-17 02:39:26

1960s fashion model Nena von Schlebrugge (Uma Thurman’s mum) wearing a pale green felt beret by Halston. Photographed by Bert Stern for Vogue March 1962. Related Posts 1950s yellow swimsuit and bathing cap 1930s magazine cover: woman wearing a headscarf Vintage Harpers Bazaar cover Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, [...]

1950s lingerie photos

Published on 2012-09-16 15:08:30

1950s fashion lingerie from Life Magazine October 1952. I’m not quite sure how practical any of this underwear would have been, but it looks amazing! Photographed by Nina Leen. [6 photos] Related Posts 1950s model Fiona Campbell-Walter Cyd Charisse in her underwear Vintage daily crave: Lulu Guinness eye clutch Source and copyright: © Time Inc. [...]

Marilyn the flapper with red hair

Published on 2012-09-16 11:55:18

I love this photo of Marilyn Monroe dressed as 1920s flapper icon Clara Bow. The photo is taken from a series photographed by Richard Avedon of her dressing up as various celebrities. [2 photos] Related Posts Vintage circus: clown bottle feeding lion cubs Brigitte Bardot 1960s 1930s dancer Peggy Lee Source and copyright: Some rights reserved [...]

Goodwood Revival 2012: the photos

Published on 2012-09-16 03:51:53

I went to the Goodwood Revival on Friday – and what a fantastic day out! If you haven’t heard of it before, the Goodwood Revival is a 3-day long festival of fashion, cars and planes from the 1940s, 50s and 60s. You’re encouraged to dress up, and this gives the event a really special and [...]

Wow, check that pout!

Published on 2012-09-16 02:12:45

A very sulky Joan Crawford in a publicity shot for the 1932 movie Rain. She always seemed to have such harsh make-up in publicity shots and on-screen, I’m not sure why, she was so beautiful underneath! Related Posts 1930s vintage swimwear: New Year 1933 Twiggy Jean Harlow Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by carbonated Filed [...]

Brigitte Bardot 1960s

Published on 2012-09-15 15:39:38

A great sixties photo of Brigitte Bardot dressed all in black in a miniskirt and black scarf. Related Posts 1960s Mary Quant mini skirts Modern vintage: a naked Lana del Rey covers British GQ Madonna 1984 Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by thefoxling Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Brigitte Bardot, fashion, retro, [...]

1960s eye makeup and geometric prints

Published on 2012-09-15 11:33:31

Fabulously styled mod girl in New York 1968. Photograph by Jame Jowers. Related Posts Factory Girl: Topshop’s take on sixties mod fashion Swimwear 1949 Joan Crawford answering her fan mail Source and copyright: George Eastman House Collection Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Real Life, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Beauty, makeup, New York, Photo, retro, vintage

A 1950s vision in pale blue nylon from Harpers Bazaar

Published on 2012-09-15 07:38:54

1950s fashion photo from Harpers Bazaar April 1959. A peignoir* and under gown of delicate Lapis Lazuli blue. The peignoir is accorded a look of shoulder width by an insert of ecru lace, edging a fluted, short cape sleeve. By Van Raalte, in nylon tricot. *A peignoir is a long outer garment for women which [...]

Marilyn the showgirl riding an elephant

Published on 2012-09-15 02:26:17

Marilyn Monroe dressed as a circus showgirl riding a pink elephant. On March 31, 1955 Marilyn rode a Barnum & Bailey elephant painted pink, as part of the great Mike Todd Memorial, a benefit performance for victims of arthritis. She was accompanied by the enthusiastic applause of the more than 25,000 spectators. Photographs by Carone [...]

1940s: vintage girls in swimsuits posing with new Ford cars

Published on 2012-09-14 15:12:02

Vintage publicity photos of girls in bikinis posing with new Ford cars. Photographed in 1948 by William J Sumits for LIFE Magazine. [7 photos] Related Posts George Lazenby with a very firm grip on Diana Rigg… Vintage Lookbook: 21st Century Rockabilly Katharine Hepburn & David Manners Source and copyright: © Time Inc. Filed under: 1940s, [...]

Costume design sketch for Marilyn Monroe

Published on 2012-09-14 12:10:23

Costume design sketch for Marilyn Monroe by Travilla for “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes” Related Posts Celia Hammond in 1960s Vogue 1970s Butterick dress pattern Mug shots of the rich and famous Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by thefoxling Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Illustration, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, art, costume, design, illustration, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, sketch, Travilla, vintage

1930s Lucky Strike advert

Published on 2012-09-14 07:03:02

1930s advert for Lucky Strike from 1936: ‘Lucky Strike, Girl with Snowshoes’. Photo by Nickolas Muray. Related Posts Jean Patchett in a vintage Enka Rayon advert, 1950 Betty Grable Sunbathing Marilyn Monroe by Alfred Eisenstaedt Source and copyright: George Eastman House Collection Filed under: 1930s, Advertising, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, advert, hat, smoking, vintage

Vintage circus: clown bottle feeding lion cubs

Published on 2012-09-14 02:57:16

Vintage circus photo of a clown bottle feeding some lion cubs, 1930s Related Posts Cary Grant smoking Mary Jane Russell Marilyn Monroe reading James Joyce, 1954 Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by carbonated Filed under: 1930s, Real Life, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, circus, clown, lions, Photo, retro, vintage

George Lazenby with a very firm grip on Diana Rigg…

Published on 2012-09-13 15:15:00

1960s photo of Diana Rigg and George Lazenby filming the James Bond film On Her Majesty’s Secret Service. Photograph by Terence Spencer in Switzerland in April 1969. Related Posts Dorothea McGowan 1962 1930s photo of Dena Evelyn Shapiro 1930s ballet dancers taking a break Source and copyright: © Time Inc. Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage [...]

1950s model Fiona Campbell-Walter

Published on 2012-09-13 12:06:45

1950s model Fiona Campbell-Walter wearing a gown by Jean Dessès in Vogue April 1952. Related Posts Marisa Berenson Vintage Lookbook: Dita Von Teese’s Showcase Dress Audrey Hepburn Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, Fiona Campbell-Walter, Jean Desses, style, vintage, Vogue

Steve McQueen on the cover of Harpers Bazaar

Published on 2012-09-13 07:02:01

Steve McQueen on the cover of Harpers Bazaar 1965 (?) photographed by Richard Avedon. Check out those beautiful blue eyes! Related Posts Dovima in a 1950s advert for Swansdown Wilhelmina Cooper wearing a luxury zebra bracelet, 1960s Betty Grable Sunbathing Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by x-ray delta one Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Hunks & [...]

Debbie Reynolds in dance rehearsals 1960

Published on 2012-09-13 05:01:04

The wonderful Debbie Reynolds in dance rehearsals 1960. Photos by Allan Grant for LIFE Magazine. [5 photos] Related Posts Celia Hammond in 1960s Vogue Evelyn Tripp in a pink slip, 1957 Marilyn and the bear: by John Vachon Source and copyright: © Time Inc. Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Cinema, Dance, dancing, Debbie [...]

Greta Garbo in The Kiss

Published on 2012-09-12 15:51:58

Greta Garbo in The Kiss (1929) holding a tennis racquet. Related Posts Sixties eye makeup tutorial by Twiggy Diana Dors Vintage Lookbook: Lolita Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by quicheisinsane Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Cinema, Greta Garbo, hat, movies, Photo, retro, vintage

1960s model Peggy Moffitt in Gernreich’s iconic topless swimsuit

Published on 2012-09-12 12:33:44

Gernreich’s topless bathing suit, 1964. Worn by Peggy Moffitt (Gernreich’s muse). Photo by William Claxton. Related Posts What Janice Dickinson looked like back in the day Jean Patchett in 1940s Vogue Hundreds of bikini-clad Jayne Mansfields Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by libbyrosof Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Gernreich, Peggy Moffitt, [...]

Lauren Bacall & Marlon Brando

Published on 2012-09-12 07:54:54

A very young Lauren Bacall & Marlon Brando – wow, what a dress, what a couple, what a photo! Related Posts Marilyn Monroe: The Red Velvet session Cyd Charisse for LIFE Magazine What Janice Dickinson looked like back in the day Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by quicheisinsane Filed under: 1940s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: [...]

Everything Was Moving: Photography from the 60s and 70s

Published on 2012-09-12 04:48:31

A new photography exhibition opens tomorrow at the Barbican Art Gallery in London: Everything Was Moving: Photography from the 60s and 70s. It features international photography from renowned photographers throughout these two decades. It includes work from photographers including Bruce Davidson, William Eggleston, David Goldblatt, Graciela Iturbide, Boris Mikhailov and Shomei Tomatsu, as well as [...]

1940s photos of Orson Welles dancing

Published on 2012-09-12 02:10:14

Photos of Orson Welles rehearsing a dance routine during rehearsal for movie “Citizen Kane.” I don’t know why but I’ve always seen him as a really serious and quite sombre actor, so it’s great to see him dance! [4 photos] Suzanne Ridgeway (L) and Orson Welles dancing during rehearsal for movie “Citizen Kane.” Photos by [...]

Vintage Harpers Bazaar cover

Published on 2012-09-11 15:22:53

Harpers Bazaar cover from July 1953 photographed by Lillian Bassman. A colour rising like mercury – flaming geranium – in a suit by Swansdown in supple wool fleece by Warren of Stafford, with a flat-crowned, brow shading cap in evergreen velours by Emme. Related Posts 1920s Ziegfeld girl Myrna Darby Modern Vintage: Zara menswear have [...]

1960s bikini-clad girls sunbathing in Cannes

Published on 2012-09-11 12:17:48

1960s swimwear, bikini-clad girls in Cannes during the Film Festival in May 1962. Photograph by Paul Schutzer for LIFE Magazine. Related Posts 1950s fashion illustration by Gruau Modern vintage: Dita Von Teese goes all Mary Poppins for Cointreau Book Review & Giveaway: Cult Eyewear Source and copyright: © Time Inc. Filed under: 1960s, Real Life, [...]

60s icon Peggy Moffitt in Gernreich

Published on 2012-09-11 07:14:39

60s icon Peggy Moffitt in some amazing makeup for Gernreich in 1968 Related Posts 1950s Christian Dior gown 1960s photo: Man in striped shirt showing tattoo 1960s fashion photo of model Suzy Parker Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by defining_Design Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, hat, makeup, Peggy Moffitt, retro, Rudi Gernreich, [...]

Mug shots of the rich and famous

Published on 2012-09-11 02:16:31

Police mug shots of Bill Gates, Frank Sinatra and Steve McQueen. From what I’ve discovered (mostly on Wikipedia) Bill Gates was arrested in Mexico in 1977 for a traffic violation, Frank Sinatra was arrested in 1938 for (and I love this!) ‘seduction’ because he was having an affair with a married woman – apparently this [...]

Dovima in a 1950s advert for Swansdown

Published on 2012-09-10 15:48:09

1950s supermodel Dovima in an advert for Swansdown from 1951. I love the ad copy “Prices slightly higher west of the Rockies”! Related Posts 1960s swimwear: snorkling in a bikini 1930s Vaudeville Performer Helen Hohan Daily crave: retro 1950s polka dot dress Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed under: 1950s, Advertising, Fashion, Jewellery, [...]

1950s: a young Clint Eastwood with Donald O’Connor

Published on 2012-09-10 12:32:22

A young Clint Eastwood (far left) on set with Donald O’Connor from the movie ”Francis in the Navy” in 1955. Donald O’Connor is of course the one who starred alongside Gene Kelly in Singing in the Rain and performed the best (and most exhuasting) dance routine of all time in Make ‘Em Laugh (the one [...]

Modern vintage: Dita Von Teese goes all Mary Poppins for Cointreau

Published on 2012-09-10 07:05:51

Dita Von Teese looks amazing, as usual, in this photo from a booklet advertising her latest venture with Cointreau: the My Cointreau Evening Bag: a limited edition handbag designed by Dita which includes a bottle of Cointreau, bartender spoon and jigger , recipe notebook, three little jars of spices: ginger, cinnamon and chilli, and a [...]

1950s Christian Dior gown

Published on 2012-09-10 03:30:46

1950s Christian Dior ‘Grand Guignol’ gown featured in US Vogue May 1951. A soft shirt of silk organdie with a slash of red panels over the black taffeta skirt. Photographed by John Rawlings in the Paris house of Mme.Robert Lazard. Related Posts Celia Hammond in 1960s Vogue 1950s photo of Dorian Leigh 1930s circus photo: [...]

Anita Pallenberg and Keith Richards, 1960s

Published on 2012-09-10 02:56:21

1960s photo of Anita Pallenberg and Keith Richards from Elle France 1967 – don’t they just look the coolest couple? I love the fact that Keith Richards still has the same hairstyle 45 years later! Related Posts Jerry Hall in Christian Dior Vintage Lookbook: Dita Von Teese’s VIP Trench Coat Evelyn Tripp in a pink [...]

1960s Mary Quant mini skirts

Published on 2012-09-09 15:58:03

Mini skirts (or rather mini dresses) by Mary Quant from the 1960s – aren’t they wonderful? Related Posts 1960s fashion photo of model Suzy Parker 1940s girl in a bikini advertising the seaside at Whitley Bay Clown and Policeman Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by FLÁ * PESSOA Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: [...]

1960s photo of Gina Lollobrigida with red hair

Published on 2012-09-09 12:49:07

Gina Lollobrigida with red bobbed hair from the 1960s – wasn’t she beautiful! Related Posts 1970s ski fashions Modern vintage: Kerry Washington for Vogue Italia 1960s mod girl on a scooter Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by Christina Saint Marche Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Beauty, Gina Lollobrigida, Photo, retro, sixties, vintage

Marilyn Monroe’s press conference announcing her divorce, 1954

Published on 2012-09-09 12:42:34

On 6th October 1954 Marilyn Monroe and her lawyer Jerry Giesler held a press conference to annouce the divorce between her and Jo DiMaggio. Marilyn was too upset to talk, so her lawyer spoke for her. Photographer: George Silk [5 photos] Related Posts French vintage advert with illustration by Gruau Jackie Kennedy’s sister with her [...]

Steve McQueen and Faye Dunaway – some girls get all the luck…

Published on 2012-09-09 07:05:41

Wow, it’s a tough job but somebody had to do it eh Faye Dunaway? Dunaway and Steve McQueen ‘practicing scenes’ during the filming of Thomas Crown & Company in 1967. Some girls get all the luck… [4 photos] Photographed by Bill Ray. Related Posts Barbara Goalen wearing a 1950s wool suit Cecil Beaton: Theatre of [...]

Young Kate Moss in the early ’90s

Published on 2012-09-09 02:37:55

These photos of a young fresh-faced Kate Moss look like they’re from the early 1990s around the time of her heroin chic Calvin Klein campaign. I love the photos of her partying – she looks like such a normal teenager! Which is your favourite photo? Mine is the one of her smoking – there’s something [...]

1940s girl in a bikini advertising the seaside at Whitley Bay

Published on 2012-09-08 15:14:06

Girl in a green bikini holding a starfish on a poster from the newly nationalised British Railways, advertising Whitley Bay in North Tyneside. Signed “Michael”. Date: 1949 Related Posts 1950s fashion: Halter neck dress with circle skirt and poppy print Vintage daily crave: 1970s YSL shirt dress Vintage advert: 1960s anti-smoking campaign Source and copyright: [...]

1930s vintage swimwear: New Year 1933

Published on 2012-09-08 12:04:46

1930s girls in swimsuits pose with Old Father Time on New Year 1933 in Long Beach, California. Related Posts Modern vintage: more photos of Mila Kunis looking like a young Sophia Loren Modern vintage: a naked Lana del Rey covers British GQ 1940s swimwear: Shirley May France swimming the English Channel in style Source and [...]

1950s model Evelyn Tripp in Vogue

Published on 2012-09-08 07:00:14

1950s model Evelyn Tripp photographed by Richard Rutledge for 1953 Vogue – isn’t this outfit stunning? Related Posts I seem to be stopping traffic: I hated the midi skirt! Modern Vintage: Louis Vuitton’s twenties-style ad campaign 1950s boys on the beach in Barbados Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Jewellery, [...]

1960s swimwear: snorkling in a bikini

Published on 2012-09-08 02:55:08

Parisian born Israeli woman skin diving wearing a bikini. Photograph by Paul Schutzer in May 1960 for LIFE Magazine. Related Posts Joan Crawford answering her fan mail 1950s photo of Dorian Leigh Barbara Goalen wearing a 1950s wool suit Source and copyright: © Time Inc. Filed under: 1960s, Real Life, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, bikini, [...]

1950s model Dovima in Vogue

Published on 2012-09-07 15:45:37

The wonderful fifties model Dovima wearing a fluffy jumper and plaid skirt from Vogue September 1957. Related Posts Vintage advert: 1960s anti-smoking campaign Vogue cover from December 1958 60s model Donna Mitchell wearing pearls and a big emerald Source and copyright:Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Dovima, fashion, fifties, [...]

1960s model Celia Hammond by Bert Stern

Published on 2012-09-07 12:36:14

1960s model Celia Hammond with fabulous hair photographed by Bert Stern from July Vogue 1963 Related Posts Lisa Fonssagrives in 1940s Vogue 1960s Twiggy How did 1950s models get such tiny waists? The low down on waist training Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Bert Stern, [...]

Hundreds of bikini-clad Jayne Mansfields

Published on 2012-09-07 07:33:41

The awe-inspiring Jayne Mansfield posting in a bikini surrounded by hundreds of floating bikini-wearing Jayne Mansfield hot water bottles. Aren’t these awesome photos? Photographer: Allan Grant, Hollywood, 1957 [2 photos] Related Posts 1950s yellow swimsuit and bathing cap Vintage Lookbook: The Great Gatsby 1950s fashion illustration by Gruau Source and coypright:© Time Inc. Filed under: [...]

Modern vintage: a naked Lana del Rey covers British GQ

Published on 2012-09-07 04:54:03

Wow – vintage style-queen Lana Del Rey looks amazing on this month’s British GQ cover. She was voted GQ’s woman of the year and poses naked for this cover photographed by Mariano Vivanco Related Posts Vintage Lookbook: Dita Von Teese’s VIP Trench Coat 1930s circus photo: The Tiger Bride 1930s Vaudeville Performer Helen Hohan Source: GQ [...]

I’m guessing we won’t agree on this one…

Published on 2012-09-07 01:32:27

Oh I know probably everyone will say Sean Connery – and yes you have a point. But I’ve also got a soft spot for George “this never happened to the other fella” Lazenby. And actually I grew up watching Roger Moore as Bond – and while he was terribly camp and very different from Connery- [...]

Vintage advert: 1960s anti-smoking campaign

Published on 2012-09-06 15:57:50

One of a set of ten government anti-smoking posters from the 1960s. This example focuses on what smokers could afford to buy if they gave up cigarettes. Isn’t this a great campaign? I wish I could find the other posters from this campaign! Related Posts 1960s vintage advert for Cameo Stockings 1920s Ziegfeld Follies: the [...]

1960s mod girl on a scooter

Published on 2012-09-06 12:49:10

Photo by American photographer James Jowers of a 1960s mod girl in New York riding a scooter. Photo title: W. 3 st. Related Posts Anne St. Marie in 1950s Vogue 1920s Ziegfeld girl Myrna Darby 1930s Vaudeville Performer Helen Hohan Source and copyright: George Eastman House Collection Filed under: 1960s, Cars, Fashion, Real Life, Vintage [...]

1940s swimwear: Shirley May France swimming the English Channel in style

Published on 2012-09-06 06:44:05

In 1949 Mark Kauffman took photos for LIFE magazine of cross-channel swimmer Shirley May France in Dover before her Channel swim. In the photo above she is standing in the sea wearing her “Black Magic” swimsuit. [3 photos] Shirley May France, preparing for her Channel Swim. Shirley May France, getting greased down before her swim. [...]

Vogue cover from December 1958

Published on 2012-09-06 03:33:59

Fifties model Anne St. Marie in a red gown on the cover of December 1958 Vogue Related Posts 60s model Donna Mitchell wearing pearls and a big emerald Daily crave: retro 1950s polka dot dress Vintage Jacques Fath gown with red sash Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage [...]

1970s ski fashions

Published on 2012-09-05 15:55:46

Early seventies skiing fashion photographed by John Dominis for LIFE Magazine 1971 for an article called Aspen Girls. Depite the terrible outfits I wore as a small child, the 1970s still have a warm place in my heart! [6 photos] Related Posts Vintage advert: 1930s coffee poster Photos of Marilyn Monroe on her USO tour [...]

60s model Donna Mitchell wearing pearls and a big emerald

Published on 2012-09-05 12:33:23

1960s model Donna Mitchell photographed by Irving Penn for March Vogue 1964. She is wearing a 68.12 carat Emerald surrounded by pear shaped diamonds, by Harry Winston. Related Posts Vintage Jacques Fath gown with red sash 1950s model Anne Gunning in the ‘most influential hat’ of 1956 1960s advert: girl in a sun hat drinking [...]

1930s ballet dancers taking a break

Published on 2012-09-05 07:41:47

1930s photo taken by photographer Alfred Eisenstaedt of ballerinas leaning against windows in break from from class at American Ballet School, 1936 Related Posts Lion Tamer: 1930s 1950s fashion illustration by Gruau 1940s surf girls in their swimsuits Source and copyright: © Time Inc. Filed under: 1930s, Real Life, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Alfred Eisenstaedt, ballet, [...]

Barbara Goalen wearing a 1950s wool suit

Published on 2012-09-05 03:38:58

1950s fashion model Barbara Goalen in an advert for Hebe Sports from British Vogue, July 1951. I’m not sure about the high-neck sweater underneath, but I do think white gloves improve pretty much any outfit! Related Posts 1950s fashion photo from Harpers Bazaar 1950s circus photos: Those wonderful girls on the flying trapeze 1950s model [...]

Voucher codes for vintage goodies for We Heart Vintage readers!

Published on 2012-09-05 03:29:12

Some very kind people have offered discounts to We Heart Vintage readers, so I thought I’d share them all here – hope they’re of use to you! 20% discount on vintage clothing at Candy Says Online vintage department store, Candy Says is offering new customers a very tasty 20% discount on their first order if [...]

1960s photo: Man in striped shirt showing tattoo

Published on 2012-09-04 15:23:04

‘Man in striped shirt showing tattoo’ by American photographer James Jowers in 1965. There something about this photo which reminds me of Keith Richards (or is it Ronnie Woods?) from the Rolling Stones. Is it just me? Related Posts Vintage Lookbook: Lolita 1950s boys on the beach in Barbados 1940s surf girls in their swimsuits [...]

Sixties model Benedetta Barzini

Published on 2012-09-04 12:18:17

1960s model Benedetta Barzini photographed by William Klein for Vogue March 1964 Related Posts Vintage bathing suits Anne St. Marie in 1950s Vogue 1930s hat fashions Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Benedetta Barzini, hat, lace, sixties, vintage, Vogue, William Klein

1950s circus photos: Those wonderful girls on the flying trapeze

Published on 2012-09-04 07:59:09

Aren’t these 1950s circus photos of trapeze artists wonderful? They were taken by photographer Loomis Dean for LIFE Magazine in March 1952. I love that zebra print costume it’s so gorgeous! [5 photos] Related Posts Twiggy in Pink with a Chunky Plait 1950s fashion photo from Harpers Bazaar Vintage Jacques Fath gown with red sash [...]

Help me find the best vintage fashion stores!

Published on 2012-09-04 05:22:08

I need your help to find some new vintage shopping inspiration. I’ve posted a new topic on the Vintage Fashion Forum, so please go and tell me about your favourite online or offline vintage stores. Oh and if you own a vintage shop please feel free to tell us about yourselves too! Related Posts Sixties [...]

Vintage James Bond posters

Published on 2012-09-04 05:19:11

I’ve just seen these vintage and rare 1960s and 1980s James Bond posters, lobby cards and art-work on the 007 Facebook page – aren’t they great? Which is your favourite? Above: From Russia with Love poster from 1963 [6 photos] Above: You Only Live Twice poster from 1967 Above: Octopussy poster from 1983 Above: A View [...]

1950s model Anne Gunning in the ‘most influential hat’ of 1956

Published on 2012-09-04 02:59:22

Anne Gunning in a big floral hat and matching pink lipstick from April Vogue 1956 This is the most important hat news to come along in a year of hat news: the heavy-headed flowered hat. It’s a beautiful development of the more-hat idea – and now that it’s surrounded with more softness (big silk flowers) [...]

1950s fashion illustration by Gruau

Published on 2012-09-03 16:14:19

At least I’m guessing this is 1950s! It’s certainly by René Gruau, and I think it looks like it might have been for an advert for stockings. Either way it’s a beautiful illustration isn’t it? Related Posts Ziegfeld Follies girl by Alfred Cheney Johnston Vintage advert: 1930s coffee poster Lisa Fonssagrives in 1940s Vogue Source [...]

1940s bridal fashion photo from McCall Magazine

Published on 2012-09-03 12:08:34

Cover photo from 1942 McCall Magazine: June Bride. Photographer: Nickolas Muray. Aren’t they just the picture of marital bliss? Although oddly they don’t seem to be wearing wedding rings… Related Posts Carmen dell’Orefice in a vintage lingerie ad 1960s swinging London: teenagers on Carnaby Street Modern vintage: Lana del Rey for H&M Source and copyright: [...]

Win a beautiful vintage necklace

Published on 2012-09-03 08:22:01

This week’s competition prize is this gorgeous vintage pink necklace thanks to So Loves Vintage, a fabulous online vintage store. “Helping women realise they can develop their personal style, not only from the high street, but also past decades to express their personality” is the core element of SLV. About the prize: What better way [...]

1950s fashion photo from Harpers Bazaar

Published on 2012-09-03 07:56:00

Late 1950s fashion photo from Harpers Bazaar April 1959 of Anne Fogarty wearing a pink beach club dress, lightly printed over the pink are clover blossoms in full, white bloom. Photographed by Francesco Scavullo. Related Posts Daily crave: 1970s gold clutch with black tassel & red velvet lining Celia Hammond on the cover of 1960s [...]

Celia Hammond in 1960s Vogue

Published on 2012-09-02 14:54:41

1960s model Celia Hammond wearing a beautiful pearl bracelet in a beauty photo from July 1963 Vogue. Related Posts Jerry Hall in Christian Dior Vintage advert: 1930s coffee poster 1950s model Anne St. Marie Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, bracelet, Celia Hammond, fashion, pearls, [...]

1930s dancer Peggy Lee

Published on 2012-09-02 11:40:37

This photo was taken circa 1930 of dancer Peggy Lee of the Lovejoy Dancers, who I think were a Vaudeville act. If anyone has any more information I would love to know more! Related Posts Twiggy Jackie Kennedy’s sister with her pet dog for Vogue 1960 Jerry Hall in Christian Dior Source and copyright: Reproduced [...]

1970s Butterick dress pattern

Published on 2012-09-02 07:04:40

1970s pattern for 2 dresses with yoke from Butterick. Pattern number: 5959. I particularly like the dress with the two-tone design – I’d definitely wear that now! Related Posts Carmen dell’Orefice in a vintage lingerie ad My Friday question to you… 1940s fashion photo Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by jenniesue1 Filed under: 1970s, [...]

1960s wiggle dress and diamonds

Published on 2012-09-02 02:31:44

Beautiful pale grey off-the-shoulder wiggle dress from July 1963 Vogue. Having said that it looks a bit too loose to be a wiggle dress even though it’s that shape… I love the size of that beehive too – great hair! Diamonds are by Harry Winston. Related Posts Audrey Hepburn: A Life in Pictures Hoisting the [...]

1930s hat fashions

Published on 2012-09-01 16:18:27

1930s hat fashion from the department store NK, Stockholm, Sweden. This photo was taken in 1937 and reminds me of the movie Brief Encouter for some reason – was that about the same time? Love that movie! Photo: Erik Holmén, Nordiska museet Related Posts Vintage Lookbook: Dita Von Teese’s Showcase Dress Vintage 1940s Jacques Fath [...]

Wardrobe malfunction? Ask the experts on The Vintage Fashion Forum!

Published on 2012-09-01 10:55:19

Having a fashion disaster, not sure how to create that vintage look, or find that perfect 1960s outfit? The Vintage Fashion Forum is now here to help! It’s kind of an experiment at the moment. I’ve been contacted by lots of people asking a myriad of vintage-related questions and I just don’t know the answers [...]

Vintage Jacques Fath gown with red sash

Published on 2012-09-01 07:44:43

Fath’s most dramatic evening dress – made of three separate pieces. A foreshortened bodice of white chiffon, cowl draped and a fascia of black satin slashed with cherry red looped over a blue satin skirt. I would guess this is late 40s or maybe early 50s – what do you think? Photographed by Horst P [...]

Vintage advert: 1930s coffee poster

Published on 2012-09-01 03:21:20

Promotional poster from the 1930s, “Izal is my choice.” A brand of coffee from Isaac Westergren & Co. in Gävle. Related Posts Photos of Marilyn Monroe on her USO tour in Korea, 1954 Vintage daily crave: Lulu Guinness eye clutch 1930s magazine cover: woman wearing a headscarf Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by Länsmuseet [...]

1940s fashion photo

Published on 2012-08-31 12:07:00

Isn’t this dress beautiful? I love the ruched waist and contrasting polka dots – so lovely! ca. March 1949, New York, New York, USA. Model wearing contrasting polka-dotted dress with orange skirt and blue top. Image by © Condé Nast Archive/Corbis Related Posts Photos of Marilyn Monroe on her USO tour in Korea, 1954 Ziegfeld [...]

1960s vintage advert for Cameo Stockings

Published on 2012-08-31 07:53:23

Vintage advert for Cameo stockings from 1960. Related Posts 1950s boys on the beach in Barbados 1920s Ziegfeld Follies: the Dolly sisters, decked out in feathery costumes 1950s fashion: Halter neck dress with circle skirt and poppy print Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by BlueVelvetVintage.com Filed under: 1960s, Advertising, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, advert, hosiery, [...]

What I’m wondering this morning…

Published on 2012-08-31 05:42:41

I’ve always been a lots-of-eyeliner kind of girl – probably because I’ve always loved the sixties. I’m only just starting to be brave and try proper grown-up lipsticks now I’m in my (late) 30s – it’s kind of scary trying to embrace bright reds when you’re scared of looking like a clown. I was put [...]

Vintage Lookbook: Dita Von Teese’s Showcase Dress

Published on 2012-08-31 04:03:02

Day 3, and time for the third of the four items in the new Dita Von Teese collection – the Showcase dress. Which do you like best from the collection so far? This, the VIP trench coat or the Follow Me dress? Dita’s inspiration “I have a vintage dress in my collection that has a [...]

1960s street fashion: N.Y. Library 5 ave

Published on 2012-08-31 02:07:44

This photo was taken in New York by American photographer James Jowers in 1967. The girl in the foreground looks so fed up – despite having fabulous hair. It looks like she’s waiting for someone. I wonder how long she stood there for…? Related Posts Sixties eye makeup tutorial by Twiggy Madonna 1984 1930s magazine [...]

1930s photo of Dena Evelyn Shapiro

Published on 2012-08-30 14:05:50

I think this photo must be from the early 1930s – she’s just lovely. There is something about her face which reminds me of Rachel Weisz from the movie The Mummy. The photo is of Dena Evelyn Shapiro [Joseph] who received a Master’s in sociology from the University of Chicago in 1929. This photo describes [...]

Vintage Lookbook: Dita Von Teese’s Follow Me Dress

Published on 2012-08-30 10:21:41

This is the second piece from Dita von Teese’s new capsule collection: The Follow Me Dress. This is what Dita herself had to say about the design: “This is designed after a dress from the 1950′s that I have worn over and over for about eleven years, and I always get compliments on it. It [...]

1940s girl in a rain coat from McCall magazine

Published on 2012-08-30 07:48:30

1940s photo from the cover of McCalls magazine: Girl in the rain from 1943. Photographer: Nickolas Muray. How does she manage to look so glamorous in a transparent plastic mac?! Related Posts My Wednesday question to you… 1930s magazine cover: woman wearing a headscarf Anne St. Marie in 1950s Vogue Source and copyright: George Eastman [...]

1960s swinging London: teenagers on Carnaby Street

Published on 2012-08-30 02:39:21

Teenagers in London’s Carnaby Street in the 1960s. Love those huge sunglasses! Photo was taken in 1969. Related Posts 1950s boys on the beach in Barbados 1950s fashion: Halter neck dress with circle skirt and poppy print Vintage Lookbook: Dita Von Teese’s VIP Trench Coat Source and copyright: The National Archives Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, [...]

1950s model Anne St. Marie

Published on 2012-08-29 16:00:26

Anne St. Marie photographed for Vogue May 1956 – I so need to get myself a pair of 1950s-style eybrows, I love this look! Related Posts Photos of Marilyn Monroe on her USO tour in Korea, 1954 Carmen dell’Orefice in a vintage lingerie ad Vintage Lookbook: 21st Century Rockabilly Source and copyright: Some rights reserved [...]

1960s fashion photo: Ave B

Published on 2012-08-29 12:57:56

Photo taken by American photographer James Jowers called Ave B in 1969. I love this girl’s hair! My mum had hair like this in the sixties! Related Posts 1940s surf girls in their swimsuits Vintage bathing suits Lisa Fonssagrives in 1940s Vogue Source and copyright: George Eastman House Collection Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: [...]

1950s boys on the beach in Barbados

Published on 2012-08-29 10:54:27

1950s boys on the beach in Barbados Barbadian youths practice physical exercises and acrobatics on the beach at Foul Bay, near Crane Beach, on the South East coast of Barbados. Official photograph for the Central Office of Information. Date: March 1955 Related Posts 1920s Ziegfeld Follies: the Dolly sisters, decked out in feathery costumes Clown [...]

1950s fashion: Halter neck dress with circle skirt and poppy print

Published on 2012-08-29 10:35:39

A beautiful halter-neck dress with circle skirt and bold poppy print from an Enka Rayon advert from Harpers Bazaar January 1950: For beautiful drape and fine texture Enka Rayon is the fabric creator’s first choice. This exotic spaced spring on a soft malleable crepe of Enka Rayon is by Menke-Lieberman. Herbert Sondheim’s short dinner dress [...]

Vintage Lookbook: Dita Von Teese’s VIP Trench Coat

Published on 2012-08-29 09:15:17

Dita von Teese’s new capsule collection is finally available so to celebrate I thought I’d style each one of the four gorgeous vintage-inspired pieces in the collection. the first is The VIP Trench coat by Dita von Teese – I thought a splash of red would really compliment it. This is what the lady herself [...]

1930s magazine cover: woman wearing a headscarf

Published on 2012-08-29 07:00:22

1930s cover for McCall’s Magazine: woman wearing scarf and looking rather defiantly at the camera! The magazine was from July 1938 Related Posts 1930s circus photo: The Tiger Bride 1950s fashion: red coat dress with Peter Pan collar Elizabeth Taylor as Cleopatra Source and copyright: George Eastman House Collection Filed under: 1930s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: [...]

Anne St. Marie in 1950s Vogue

Published on 2012-08-29 03:36:14

1950s fashion from Vogue. The model is the beautiful Anne St Marie, photographed by Karen Radkai. Related Posts Madonna 1984 1920s Ziegfeld girl Myrna Darby 1950s yellow swimsuit and bathing cap Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Anne St. Marie, fashion, flowers, gloves, hat, Karen Radkai, [...]

My Wednesday question to you…

Published on 2012-08-29 02:12:46

My six-year-old has recently discovered the Beatles – he’s a Top Gear fanatic and they played Hey Jude at the end of their India Special – he sung it tunelessly for days afterwards. So I’ve been playing the Beatles in the car whenever we go anywhere since I figure this is an important part of [...]

1920s Ziegfeld Follies: the Dolly sisters, decked out in feathery costumes

Published on 2012-08-28 15:39:47

1920s flappers and Ziegfeld Follies the Dolly sisters dressed in a fabulous feathery costumes and photographed by Alfred Cheney Johnston. Related Posts 1920s Ziegfeld girl Myrna Darby Vintage 1930s postcards Audrey Hepburn: A Life in Pictures Sourceand copyright: Some rights reserved by carbonated Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Alfred Cheney Johnston, costume, flapper, [...]

1950s yellow swimsuit and bathing cap

Published on 2012-08-28 12:06:59

How cute is this fifties swimsuit – and with that matching yellow swimming cap (or the straw hat in that white wicker bag) it’s such a great outfit! Why isn’t swimwear like this any more…? Related Posts Lisa Fonssagrives in 1940s Vogue French vintage advert with illustration by Gruau 1950s fashion: red coat dress with [...]

Celia Hammond on the cover of 1960s Vogue

Published on 2012-08-28 07:00:22

Sixties model Celia Hammond on the cover of July 1963 US Vogue. Photographed by Irving Penn. I love that bouncy high pony tail with beehive – so stylish! Related Posts Cecil Beaton: Theatre of War 1920s Ziegfeld girl Myrna Darby Vintage 1930s postcards Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by dovima_is_devine_II Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, [...]

Photos of Marilyn Monroe on her USO tour in Korea, 1954

Published on 2012-08-28 02:22:55

Above: Marilyn Monroe receives an escort while in Korea for her USO tour. In February 1954 shortly after marrying Joe DiMaggio, Marilyn Monroe took a detour from a trip in Japan to entertain the troops in Korea. She performed ten shows in four days, in front of audiences that totaled more than 100,000 soldiers and [...]

Carmen dell’Orefice in a vintage lingerie ad

Published on 2012-08-27 14:37:00

Model Carmen dell’Orefice in a white corset for a 1950s advert for Lastex. I’m guessing it’s 1950s, but judging by the hairstyle it could be late 1940s, what do you think? The Golden Age of Corsetry inspired and brought to it’s present glory by Lastex… the miracle yarn that makes things fit Related Posts Vintage [...]

1930s circus photo: The Tiger Bride

Published on 2012-08-27 12:06:21

1930s photo of Miss Cilly The Tiger Bride with tiger Emir who performed at Circus Krone in the Netherlands in the 1930s. Her real name was Christa Hetterich. Related Posts Girl and Elephant: vintage circus photo Lion Tamer: 1930s Clown and Policeman Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by sanspareille69 Filed under: 1930s, Real Life [...]

Vintage 1930s postcards

Published on 2012-08-27 07:01:29

Two vintage 1930s postcards of children at the beach – halterneck swimsuits were clearly all the rage that year… Related Posts Clown and Policeman Marilyn Monroe reading James Joyce, 1954 Cecil Beaton: Theatre of War Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by diepuppenstubensammlerin Filed under: 1930s, Fashion, Real Life, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, children, Photo, postcards, [...]

Lisa Fonssagrives in 1940s Vogue

Published on 2012-08-27 02:17:23

Model Lisa Fonssagrives Penn in an advert for “Lenthéric’s newest perfume… made in Paris: Dark Brilliance de Lenthéric. Languid splendour set to fragrance” – doesn’t that sound wonderful? This advert was from November 1948 Vogue. I love the beaded satin necklace she’s wearing – it’s kind of like a bib-necklace only more sophisticated (and 60 [...]

1950s fashion: red coat dress with Peter Pan collar

Published on 2012-08-26 14:14:06

ca. October 1951, New York, USA. Model in red coat dress with Peter Pan collar, split-cuff sleeves and full skirt, by Sylvia for Mart Fashions. Image by © Condé Nast Archive/Corbis Related Posts Elizabeth Taylor as Cleopatra Marilyn Monroe reading James Joyce, 1954 Audrey Hepburn: A Life in Pictures Source and copyright: Some rights reserved [...]

1920s Ziegfeld girl Myrna Darby

Published on 2012-08-26 11:12:50

1920s photo of Ziegfeld girl Myrna Darby – I love everything about this photo: the cupids-bow lips, her hair, the fur stole – fabulous! Related Posts 1950s photo of Dorian Leigh Joan Crawford answering her fan mail Marilyn Monroe in front of a mirror Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by carbonated Filed under: Vintage [...]

French vintage advert with illustration by Gruau

Published on 2012-08-26 07:01:35

1950s French advert for beauty treatments, illustration by René Gruau. Related Posts 1940s surf girls in their swimsuits Ziegfeld Follies girl by Alfred Cheney Johnston Twiggy Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by thefoxling Filed under: 1950s, Advertising, Illustration Tagged: 1950s, fashion, gloves, Gruau, illustration, René Gruau, vintage

Cecil Beaton: Theatre of War

Published on 2012-08-26 02:26:02

Above: A welder works on the deck of a new ship, Tyneside, 1943 A new exhibition opens at the Imperial War Museum London on 6th September of Cecil Beaton’s war time photography. I have a couple of tickets to give away, just comment below and let me know if you would like them. Which is [...]

Joan Crawford answering her fan mail

Published on 2012-08-25 12:46:59

I wonder how many publicity photographs Joan Crawford signed for fans? It must have been thousands! At least it looks like she’s getting some sunbathing done at the same time! Related Posts Vintage Style Heroes: Andi B. Goode Corsets vs Spanx (or lace, corsets and boning Oh My!) 1960s Twiggy Source and copyright: Some rights [...]

Waverly Place, 1968

Published on 2012-08-25 07:46:44

Photo of Waverly Place in 1968 by American photographer James Jowers from the George Eastman House Collection. Do you think that’s an enormous box of heart-shaped chocolates? I can’t really think what else it could be! What do you think? Related Posts Twiggy in Pink with a Chunky Plait 1950s photo of Dorian Leigh http://weheartvintage.co/2011/03/25/1950/ [...]

Madonna 1984

Published on 2012-08-25 01:41:32

1980s photo of Madonna when she was going through her lace and crucifix stage – I’d kind of forgotten she ever looked like this! Related Posts Sixties eye makeup tutorial by Twiggy Marilyn Monroe reading James Joyce, 1954 Elizabeth Taylor as Cleopatra Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by quicheisinsane Filed under: 1980s, Music, Vintage [...]

1960s Twiggy

Published on 2012-08-24 11:25:18

I’m not sure quite what Twiggy is wearing here – thermol undies? PJs? A jump suit? Either way, she looks great and I love her eye makeup! Related Posts Marilyn Monroe in front of a mirror How did 1950s models get such tiny waists? The low down on waist training 1940s surf girls in their [...]

Marilyn Monroe in front of a mirror

Published on 2012-08-24 02:20:42

Marilyn Monroe in a New York Apartment getting made-up for her balcony scene in “The Seven Year Itch” (1954). I love the fact that she’s doing her own makeup rather than being made up by a makeup artist! Related Posts Modern Vintage: Lana del Rey for H&M Win Goodwood Revival 2012 Tickets Vintage Style Heroes: [...]

1960s advert: girl in a sun hat drinking juice

Published on 2012-08-23 14:15:38

1960s advert: Tetra Pak – Girl in sun hat with Tetra Classic package, 1960s Related Posts 1950s photo of Dorian Leigh Audrey Hepburn wearing a zebra print beret Young 1920s girl with a big bow in her hair Source and copyright Filed under: 1960s, Advertising, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, advert, advertising, hat, sixties, vintage

1940s surf girls in their swimsuits

Published on 2012-08-23 02:17:01

1940s photo of surf sirens on Manly beach in New South Wales, Australia. Which is your favourite? I think mine is the second from left – the 2 piece swimsuit with high waisted shorts! Photographer: Ray Leighton Related Posts Win Goodwood Revival 2012 Tickets Factory Girl: Topshop’s take on sixties mod fashion Vintage bathing suits [...]

Young 1920s girl with a big bow in her hair

Published on 2012-08-22 15:39:38

1920s photo of a young girl reading a book – I love that big bow in her hair! The photographer was Harrison Burgess of South Shields Photographic Society Related Posts Daily crave: 70s-style wooden-heeled sandals How did 1950s models get such tiny waists? The low down on waist training Modern Vintage: Lana del Rey for [...]

Please bear with me…

Published on 2012-08-22 02:08:58

Hi everyone – I’m having to undergo a major site overhaul at the moment which has involved taking a lot of the blog down. Please bear with me, hopefully it won’t be for too long. I’m doing my best to get things back to normal as soon as possible. If you would like to submit [...]

Iconic photo of Marilyn Monroe

Published on 2012-08-20 12:12:17

Iconic photo of Marilyn Monroe in a black lace dress, 1950s Related Posts Ziegfeld Follies by Alfred Cheney Johnston Cyd Charisse Polka Dot Cocktail Dress, Photo by John French Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, iconic, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, vintage

Vintage pin up ‘have a heart’ with original model photo

Published on 2012-08-20 07:14:00

Vintage pin up ‘have a heart’ with original model photo by Gil Elvgren. Which do you prefer, the photo or the painting? Related Posts Dress by John Cavanagh – photo by John French 1957 Audrey Hepburn 1960s Hair & Beauty Editorial Filed under: Illustration, Pin-up girls, Vintage Tagged: art, Gil Elvgren, pin up girl, pin-up, [...]

Modern vintage: Pixie Lott’s sixties style body paint at V Festival

Published on 2012-08-20 05:39:41

I love Pixie Lott’s 60s style body painting at the V Festival this weekend! Doesn’t she look great? Related Posts Flower power body painting, 1960s Goldie Hawn 1968 UK Vogue 1971 Source Filed under: Modern, Vintage Tagged: 2012, body paint, fashion, pixie lott, retro, style, V festival, vintage

Corsets vs Spanx (or lace, corsets and boning Oh My!)

Published on 2012-08-20 03:59:07

I’ve had a bit of a revelation this week after being sent a gorgeous lace corset by the nice people at Corsets UK. You see I was a rather jealous of the winners of the competition we ran with them and when I mentioned this they were kind enough to send me my very own [...]

If your date says goodnight with a handshake…

Published on 2012-08-20 02:15:01

I think this 1970s advert is suggesting that you would have more luck with the ladies if you wore a shirt like this… What do you think girls? Would this shirt seal the deal? Related Posts Jackie Kennedy’s sister with her pet dog for Vogue 1960 Anne St Marie on the cover of January 1956 [...]

1950s model Anne St Marie in a pink swimsuit

Published on 2012-08-19 07:06:02

Anne St Marie in a floral swimsuit photographed by Tom Palumbo for Vogue 1959 Related Posts Claudette Colbert 1934 Vintage Lookbook: 21st Century Rockabilly Twiggy in Mary Quant Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Anne St. Marie, fashion, swimsuit, Tom Palumbo, vintage, Vogue

Olivia Newton John looking amazing in 1970

Published on 2012-08-19 02:01:03

The very beautiful Olivia Newton John in 1970 Related Posts Racing Hat by Tom Palumbo Zooey Deschanel in Vintage Shareen Sue Murray: big sunglasses even bigger belt, 1960s Filed under: 1970s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, Olivia Newton John, Photo, retro, vintage

1930s actress Una Merkel in a swimsuit on an inflatable horse

Published on 2012-08-18 12:36:42

1930s movie star Una Merkel in a swimsuit on the beach Related Posts Audrey Hepburn Marilyn, photograph by Andre De Dienes 1949 Claudette Colbert 1934 Source Filed under: 1930s, Cinema, Fashion, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Photo, retro, swimsuit, swimwear, vintage

Twiggy with ginger hair, 1970s

Published on 2012-08-18 07:48:56

1970s photo of Twiggy with ginger (or is it strawberry blonde?) hair and bright green eye makeup. Related Posts Straw Hat with Flower John French 1950s paper doll 1940s fashion photo with dog Source Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, Beauty, makeup, style, Twiggy, vintage

Audrey Hepburn & Cary Grant by the banks of the Seine

Published on 2012-08-18 02:48:52

1950s photo of Cary Grant and Audrey Hepburn – they look like they’re by the banks of the river Seine in Paris..? Related Posts Marilyn Audrey Hepburn Vintage Lookbook: Festival Land Girl Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Audrey Hepburn, Cary Grant, Photo, vintage

Modern Vintage: Lana del Rey for H&M

Published on 2012-08-18 02:48:45

H&M finally released the rest of the photos from their new ad campaign yesterday, starring vintage poster girl – Lana del Rey. Don’t they look great (well apart from that shot of her in the green jumper which makes her look a very peculiar shape!) – I love that white coat! You can also see [...]

1950s photo of Grace Kelly by makeup department on The Swan

Published on 2012-08-17 12:35:34

Photograph taken by the makeup department of the 1956 movie The Swan of Grace Kelly as Princess Alexandra Related Posts Pin up girl in a pink bikini Charlize Theron as Marilyn Monroe Learning to Roller Skate 1934 Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Beauty, Cinema, Grace Kelly, makeup, movies, The Swan, vintage

1950s Vogue model with dog by Henry Clarke

Published on 2012-08-17 07:15:01

1950s Vogue model photographed with dog by Henry Clarke. That veiled hat is wonderful! Related Posts Tom Palumbo 1950s Alfred Cheney Johnston photo of Grace Moore Daily crave: sixties aztec-style flip-flops Source Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, bow, fashion, gloves, hat, Henry Clarke, Photo, veil, vintage, Vogue

1940s advert by Imperial Gem Syndicate

Published on 2012-08-17 02:13:00

Vintage 1940s ad by the Imperial Gem Syndicate for Mexican Jade 1943 Related Posts Evelyn Tripp on the cover of June 1954 Vogue Daily crave: that Rita Hayworth dress Raquel Welch looking through a porthole Source Filed under: 1940s, Advertising, Fashion, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, advert, jade, Jewellery, jewelry, retro, vintage

Very modern photo from 1943 by Erwin Blumenfeld

Published on 2012-08-16 12:18:02

It’s hard to believe this photo is from the 1940s isn’t it?! Incredible photgraph by Erwin Blumenfeld c. 1943 Related Posts A young Elizabeth Taylor with puppy 1961, By the good ship Oriana By Cecil Beaton in 1948 Source Filed under: 1940s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, Erwin Blumenfeld, Photo, photography, retro, vintage

1960s fashion illustration: models with tan lines

Published on 2012-08-16 07:25:35

I love this 1960s fashion illustration by Antonio Lopez of sixties models showing their sunburned bodies complete with tan lines (from Vogue) Related Posts Cyd Charisse Sue Murray: big sunglasses even bigger belt, 1960s Joan Collins 1950s Source Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Illustration, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Antonio Lopez, fashion, illlustration, models, style, tights, vintage, Vogue

A slice of idealised 1970s life courtesy of Opel

Published on 2012-08-16 02:25:28

Great 1970s fashion photo from the 1970 Opel calendar – love that bikini! Related Posts Jacqueline Bouvier Bridal Gown, 1953 Hat with Roses 1944 Vogue Susan Murray Source Filed under: 1970s, Cars, Fashion, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, calendar, cars, Opel, retro, vintage

Audrey Hepburn for 1960s Vogue

Published on 2012-08-15 12:40:19

Audrey Hepburn wearing a zebra-striped hat for sixties Vogue Related Posts White hat with bow, photo John French. London, UK, 1960s Mexico, 1959: Audrey Hepburn knitting on set Daily crave: Vintage YSL jacket Source Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Audrey Hepburn, fashion, hat, style, vintage, Vogue

1960s fashion photo by Helmut Newton, inspired by Hitchcock’s North by Northwest?

Published on 2012-08-15 07:32:31

Or is that just me? This photo really reminds me of that photo of Cary Grant running from the plane in North by Northwest! Anyway, this one is by Helmut Newton for British Vogue, 1967 Related Posts Model Anne Saint Marie for Jacque Fath Paulene Stone Suzy Parker 1954 Vogue

Titania from a 1913 production of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”

Published on 2012-08-15 02:30:41

Christine Silver (Mrs Roland Sturgis) as Titania in ” A Midsummer Night’s Dream “, 1913 – isn’t this a wonderful costume? Related Posts Ginger Rogers Anne Gunning by Norman Parkinson for Vogue 1956 Building Site Chic Source Filed under: 1900s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1910s, costume, Photo, photograph, retro, shakespeare, vintage

1950s Elvis Presley getting ready

Published on 2012-08-14 12:30:51

Elvis Presley getting ready to go on stage in 1956 Related Posts 1930s circus girl with tiger cub 1950s model Evelyn Trip with a giant flower Penelope Tree for Vogue Source Filed under: 1950s, Music, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Elvis, Elvis Presley, hair, retro, style, vintage

Raquel Welch stealing Audrey Hepburn’s style

Published on 2012-08-14 09:20:33

Raquel Welch doing her best impression of Audrey Hepburn in a white dress and long gloves, doesn’t she look great? Related Posts Fur, pearls and diamonds, 1940 Jean Shrimpton with butterflies in her hair Party girl Marilyn Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, fashion, Jewellery, jewelry, pearls, Raquel Welch, style, vintage

Win Goodwood Revival 2012 Tickets

Published on 2012-08-14 06:42:47

This week’s competition is really something special – a pair of tickets to the Goodwood Revival! For those of you who don’t already know about the Goodwood Revival, it’s a wonderful step back in time into the world of vintage cars and fashion at one of the world’s most beautiful and authentic racing circuits. The [...]

1960s metal breastplates and tape from Vogue Italia

Published on 2012-08-14 02:39:08

It looks like Vogue Italia has always been a bit controversial judging by this feature from April 1969, tops made from metal and what looks like patent leather tape! Related Posts Anne St. Marie: Around the World in 90 Minutes 1950s Australian Swimwear Marilyn Monroe praying in pearls & red lipstick Source Filed under: 1960s, [...]

1920s movie star Miriam Hopkins

Published on 2012-08-13 12:40:04

1920s chorus girl who became a movie star: Miriam Hopkins, 1926 Related Posts Marilyn Monroe with flower Anne St Marie by Tom Palumbo Anne St Marie by Irving Penn Source Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Cinema, Miriam Hopkins, movie, Photo, twenties, vintage

Elizabeth Taylor and Mike Todd with the plane he died in

Published on 2012-08-13 07:48:45

Elizabeth Taylor and Mike Todd about to get onto Mike’s plane ‘the LIZ’. Mike was tragically killed which this plane crashed later this year. Elizabeth was supposed to have been in the plane with him but didn’t fly due to illness. Despite what you might think after the high profile romance between Taylor and Richard [...]

1980s fashion photo by Francesco Scavullo

Published on 2012-08-13 02:04:03

Beautiful 80s fashion photo by Francesco Scavullo, 1985. Aren’t those spotty gloves fantastic?! Related Posts Marlon Brando and Eva Marie Saint Vintage pin up vs original model photo Jean Shrimpton Source Filed under: 1980s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1980s, eighties, fashion, gloves, hat, Photo, retro, vintage

The Olympics: waiting for the closing ceremony to start

Published on 2012-08-12 14:20:50

As I sit here waiting for the closing ceremony for the 2012 London Olympics to get started, I’ve been browsing the Olympic Games website and got transfixed by photos of the ceremonies and Games of years gone by. Here are my favourite 10 photos. I wonder whether the closing ceremony tonight will be anything like [...]

Elizabeth Taylor’s costume design for A Place in the Sun by Edith Head

Published on 2012-08-12 12:53:11

Elizabeth Taylor’s costume design for the movie A Place in the Sun by Edith Head Related Posts Joanna Lumley Twiggy photograped by Justin de Villeneuve, 1970 Moyra Swan in Fanned Givenchy Dress Source Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Illustration, Vintage Tagged: art, costume, design, Edith Head, Elizabeth Taylor, illustration, sketch, vintage

1930s Vogue: brides and interior decoration issue

Published on 2012-08-12 07:58:53

Vogue USA from May 1933 – Brides and and Interior Decoration issue. Related Posts Daily crave: silk leopard print vintage scarf Cyd Charisse Grace Kelly in 1956 Source Filed under: 1930s, Bridal, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, bridal, Cover, fashion, vintage, Vogue, wedding dress

1960s wig advert

Published on 2012-08-12 02:32:20

1960s wig advert – I love the Cleopatra wig, but that’s not what they’re actually advertising! You too can be a modern-day temptress, when you wear a fashionable Merriwig. Instantly! Just try one on and watch the magic take over. Merriwig is unique! It is the only wig that is pre-set… and just a flick [...]

Veronica Lake for Vogue (unpublished)

Published on 2012-08-11 12:10:02

Veronica Lake by John Rawlings for Vogue. This photo was never published in the magazine. Related Posts Vintage Lookbook: Elizabeth Taylor as Cleopatra Lucinda Hollingsworth, Vogue 1958 Anita Pallenberg & Mick Jagger Source Filed under: 1940s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: fashion, John Rawlings, Photo, Veronica Lake, vintage, Vogue

1930s Vogue cover illustration by Eric

Published on 2012-08-11 07:25:00

Vogue 1935 cover illustration by Eric (American artist, Carl Erickson) Related Posts 1955 – Anne Gunning or Anne St Marie? Marilyn by Bert Stern I dreamed I was a real dish in my Maidenform bra Source Filed under: 1930s, Fashion, Illustration, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Carl Erickson, Cover, Eric, illustration, vintage, Vogue

Jane Birkin in snakeskin, 1960s

Published on 2012-08-11 02:28:07

Sixties style icon Jane Birkin in a snake-skin printed jacket, late 1960s Related Posts Helmut Newton & Marie Helvin, Cap D’Antibes, 1971 Anne St Marie Vintage lookbook: 1960s mod-style stripes Source Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Jane Birkin, Photo, sixties, style, vintage

I’ve no idea who this is, but doesn’t she look fabulous?

Published on 2012-08-10 12:42:46

I love this 1950s tie-front bikini – does anyone know who the model is? Related Posts Model in Floral Halter and Striped Skirt by Brigance by Henry Clarke Jean Shrimpton by Brian Duffy Vintage Lookbook: Dressing Like Coco Chanel

The evolution from Norma Jeane to Marilyn Monroe

Published on 2012-08-10 11:23:17

Photos of Marilyn from her childhood through to her final year in 1962 showing the evolution from Norma Jean to Hollywood icon. Related Posts Vintage Playboy Cover 1968 LBD, 1958 Audrey Hepburn during the filming of ‘Two For the Road’, 1967 Reblogged from Penny Dreadful Vintage Filed under: 1930s, 1940s, 1950s, Cinema Tagged: Marilyn, Marilyn [...]

Glasses galore from 1960s Vogue Italia

Published on 2012-08-10 07:37:04

Lots of pairs of 1960s glasses fro Vogue Italia, May 1966 Related Posts James Dean sitting on Elizabeth Taylor’s lap, laughing Daily crave: 1940s vintage silk dress David Bowie and Iman, wrong on so many levels… Source Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, glasses, sixties, vintage, Vogue, Vogue Italia

Is this the best 1960s photo of Audrey Hepburn…? I think so!

Published on 2012-08-10 03:34:14

Audrey Hepburn looking super cool in wrap around 60s sunglasses and a striped crop top and shorts. Love this photo! Related Posts Strappy Slingbacks by John French Twiggy in Mary Quant Dorothea McGowan 1962 Source Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Audrey Hepburn, fashion, Photo, sixties, sunglasses, vintage

1960s Escapade magazine cover

Published on 2012-08-09 12:18:50

What a peculiar cover to a mens magazine? Cover from Escapade August 1960 featuring a model wearing what looks like a babygro… Related Posts Daily crave: 1940s vintage silk dress Brigitte Bardot At The Cannes Film Festival, 1953 Susan Abraham in a velvet evening dress, photo John French Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, [...]

1950s vintage swansdown Balenciaga hat

Published on 2012-08-09 07:12:13

Mode with Balenciaga swansdown hat and dog, 1954 by Henry Clarke, Vogue Related Posts Vogue 1960 Vogue January 1950 by Irving Penn The Gibson Girls, Vogue, 1948 by Horst P Horst Source Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Balenciaga, fashion, fifties, hat, vintage

Beautiful 1930s Vogue cover illustration

Published on 2012-08-09 02:00:00

Vogue 1938 cover with an illustration by Covarrubias Related Posts Ginger Rogers Marilyn and Puppy Wallis Simpson by Cecil Beaton for Vogue 1937 Source Filed under: 1930s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Covarrubias, Cover, fashion, illustration, vintage, Vogue

1940s Vogue cover

Published on 2012-08-08 12:05:21

The cover of Vogue January 1945, showing some beautiful jewellery and a veiled hat. Related Posts Elizabeth Taylor Cher 1920s flapper icon Clara Bow Source Filed under: 1940s, Fashion, Jewellery, Magazines, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, Cover, fashion, hat, Jewellery, veil, vintage, Vogue

1968 Vogue by David Bailey

Published on 2012-08-08 07:23:59

1960s fashion photos from 1968 Vogue by David Bailey. The model is Joanna Shimkus Related Posts Twiggy in the Boyfriend Beehive Joanna Lumley Vogue Cover, January 1957 Source Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, David Bailey, fashion, Joanna Shimkus, sixties, vintage, Vogue

Charlize Theron as Marilyn Monroe

Published on 2012-08-08 05:32:01

Yet another celebrity doing a Marilyn Monroe shoot! This time it’s Charlize Theron who posed for French magazine Madame Figaro as Marilyn in 1993. What do you think? How does she compare to Lindsay Lohan, Madonna and Michelle Williams? [9 photos]

Marilyn Monroe dancing and partying

Published on 2012-08-08 02:57:47

Marilyn Monroe dancing and partying, oh and looking fabulous! Related Posts California Desert, 1948 by Louise Dahl-Wolfe Leonard Nimoy in makeup, 1960s Trafalgar Square /Wenda Rogerson and B. Goalen, Vogue 1949 Source Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, retro, style, vintage

Iman in a gorgeous geometric print gown

Published on 2012-08-07 12:27:38

80s supermodel Iman wearing a beautiful black and white geometric design gown. Related Posts Nancy Carroll Halloween Pinup Cole of California’s Female Animal swimsuit collection Anne St. Marie for Bazaar 1959 Source Filed under: 1980s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: fashion, Iman, model, Photo, vintage

Grace Kelly watching the Olympics in Rome, 1960

Published on 2012-08-07 07:27:21

Grace Kelly wearing a wide-brimmed straw hat and sunglasses with husband Prince Rainier watching the Olympics in Rome, 1960. Doesn’t she look fantastically chic? Related Posts Twiggy with Pigtails 1930s-Style Twiggy Anne St. Marie Source Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Grace Kelly, hat, Olympics, Photo, Prince Rainier, Rome, sunglasses, vintage

Raquel Welch looking through a porthole

Published on 2012-08-07 02:26:50

Raquel Welch looking sultry through a porthole, 1970s Related Posts 60s fashion photo by FC Gundlach in Lebanon 1963 Photography by Louise Dahl-Wolfe Samantha Jones by Bert Stern in Vogue Filed under: 1970s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, Beauty, Photo, Raquel Welch, retro, vintage

Goldie Hawn 1968

Published on 2012-08-06 12:04:08

Related Posts Marilyn in Fur Stole Esther Williams,1945 Bar du Soleil, July 1961 by Henry Clarke Source Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Cinema, fashion, Goldie Hawn, Photo, vintage

Audrey Hepburn and Pippin her pet deer

Published on 2012-08-06 07:21:05

Audrey Hepburn laughing as she holds Pippin her pet deer Related Posts Dovima, age 26 Marilyn, Putting Her Face On Vintage Lookbook: 1970s Jumpsuit Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Audrey Hepburn, deer, pets, Photo, Pippin, vintage

Best Dressed List 2012: The Vintage Version

Published on 2012-08-06 06:27:54

In the wake of Vanity Fair’s much-anticipated Best Dressed list, here’s my vintage version of the 10 best-dressed retro-styled celebs. Who would be your number 1? 10. Kirsten Dunst Kirsten Dunst has never felt the need to tan-up and conform to the usual Hollywood styling – I love her pale quirky vintage-inspired dress sense. 9. [...]

Sears catalogue swimsuits 1972

Published on 2012-08-06 04:25:35

“Great moments in sportswear brought to you by Sears” Sears catalogue swimsuits 1972 Related Posts Dorothy Flood 1920s Beautiful 1960s photo of model wearing a sheer yellow maxi dress Irving Penn, Top Models for Vogue, 1947 Source Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, fashion, retro, swimsuit, swimwear, vintage

Factory Girl: Topshop’s take on sixties mod fashion

Published on 2012-08-05 15:22:22

I’m loving this 60s mod-inspired collection by Topshop called factory girl. It’s not so much the clothes I like, it’s more the styling: those messy beehives and low ponytails mixed with winged eyeliner… I also love that this look isn’t a glossy glamorous unattainable vintage look, I can’t help but think this is how real [...]

Sixties eye makeup tutorial by Twiggy

Published on 2012-08-05 12:33:32

Twiggy shows us how to recreate that iconic Twiggy eye look from the sixties Related Posts Brigitte Bardot in a big straw hat and very little else… 1950s swimwear 1950s fashion photo by Irving Penn Source Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Beauty, Eyelashes, fashion, makeup, sixties, Twiggy, vintage

Liz & Dick, 1960s

Published on 2012-08-05 07:53:42

Elizabeth Taylor & Richard Burton, 1960s. From their outfits you might assume this was a photo from one of their weddings but it isn’t – you can see Taylor’s wedding outfits here. Related Posts Straw hat with flower by John French 1940s Bridal Gown in Rose-Beige Marilyn dancing Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Elizabeth [...]

1940s fashion photo with dog

Published on 2012-08-05 05:09:00

Fashion photo from June 1943 Vogue, photographer Gjon Mili Related Posts Peggy Moffitt in Rudy Gernreich Ad Lauren Hutton – US Vogue June 1968 The different faces of Cleopatra Source Filed under: 1940s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, dog, fashion, Gjon Mili, hat, Photo, retro, style, vintage

My fantasy interview: all about Marilyn Monroe in her own words

Published on 2012-08-05 01:48:12

Kelly LeBrock’s bum from Vogue US 1981

Published on 2012-08-04 12:30:02

Kelly LeBrock showing us her bum in a striped swimsuit from Vogue US 1981

1940s fashion photo with ostrich feather fan by John Rawlings

Published on 2012-08-04 07:14:06

1940s fashion photo for Traina-Norell by John Rawlings. March 1947 Related Posts Dovima with elephants by Richard Avedon, 1955 Marie Helvin in Yuki, Vogue, 1976 Twiggy in Pink with a Chunky Plait Source Filed under: 1940s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, fan, fashion, feathers, gloves, John Rawlings, retro, vintage

Madonna as Marilyn Monroe

Published on 2012-08-04 05:33:28

The next installment in my ‘celebrities dressing up as Marilyn’ series is Madonna photographed as Marilyn Monroe by Steven Meisel for Vanity Fair in 1991. I find it really surprising that somebody as aggressively sexual as Madonna managed to capture the vulnerability and honesty which was so appealing about Marilyn, but I think she does [...]

1960s fashion illustration by Antonio Lopez

Published on 2012-08-04 02:43:59

1960s fashion illustration by Antonio Lopez 1968 Related Posts 1947: Blue Chambray Dress & Bolero Daily crave: vintage 70′s Louis Feraurd suit The 1970s Man at C&A Source Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Illustration, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Antonio Lopez, art, fashion, illustration, style, sunglasses, vintage

Strange 1970s adverts: Lee can change your image

Published on 2012-08-03 12:33:29

The strapline for this rather odd ad campaign was ‘LEE can change your image’ – well yes. Especially if you’re wearing a freaky lion-head mask at the same time. Somebody in a marketing department somewhere clearly thought this was a great idea as the wasn’t just one, but SIX different lion-head adverts… I think the [...]

My Friday question to you…

Published on 2012-08-03 09:22:43

Predictably I would probably answer Marilyn or Elizabeth Taylor for this one, but out of people still alive, I think I’d like to interview Dita von Teese. What about you? Filed under: Vintage Tagged: interview, question, retro, vintage

Competition winners

Published on 2012-08-03 08:04:22

Our 3 competition winners of our contest to Win a beautiful black corset are: Melanieylang, Lucia and Caroline Stokes Congratulations ladies we’ve passed your details onto Corsets UK and they will contact you about your prize directly. If you didn’t win why not enter our current competition to Win a vintage mod union jack bag Entries close on 16th August [...]

Bright and beautiful 1960s fashions

Published on 2012-08-03 07:15:52

Bright and beautiful 1960s fashions from March 1968 UK Vogue, photographed by David Bailey Related Posts 70s fashion photo in front of a Hockney painting Brigitte Bardot at Cannes, 1953 Jean Shrimpton’s First Vogue Cover, June 1962 Source Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Magazines, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, David Bailey, fashion, hat, Photo, retro, sixties, style, vintage, [...]

Guest post: ‘The Bikini’ for the Red List

Published on 2012-08-03 05:26:20

I’m delighted to say I was invited to do a guest post on The Red List, one of my favourite blogs. It’s all about the invention of the string bikini by Louis Réard – let me know what you think! If you would like me to do a guest post for you, just drop me [...]

Win a vintage mod union jack bag

Published on 2012-08-03 04:02:20

This week’s competition prize has been donated by the lovely Candy Says vintage store, who stock a covetable range of vintage stock from elegant 1930s bias-cut dresses to sixties mini dresses and 80s bat-wing jumpers. About the prize: Unused vintage 1970′s mod sports bag with union jack and ‘England’ motif – perfect to celebrate the [...]

1930s photo of Jean Harlow on the set of Riffraff

Published on 2012-08-03 02:33:04

Jean Harlow on the set of Riffraff wearing a cute gingham checked dress with white collar (1936) Related Posts Sean Connery smiling, early 1960s 1960s Fashion Photo by F.C. Gundlach Fashion photo on a deserted movie set for Harper’s Bazaar, 1942 Source Filed under: 1930s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Cinema, Jean Harlow, movies, Photo, retro, thirties, [...]

Modern Vintage: Zara menswear have gone all James Dean

Published on 2012-08-03 01:58:07

Zara have gone all 50s retro and James Dean for their autumn/winter menswear lookbook – and I have to say it all looks great. So good in fact that I can forgive them for reminding me that the summer is nearly over… Related Posts 1920s fashions Marilyn Lauren Hutton with some huge earrings, Vogue 1967 [...]

Michelle Williams as Marilyn Monroe

Published on 2012-08-02 15:03:12

I know these aren’t new photos, but after the photos of Lindsay Lohan as Marilyn yesterday I though it was only fair to add the photos of Michelle Williams as Monroe too. Who pulls off the Marilyn look better, her or Lindsay Lohan? [5 photos] More photos of Marilyn Lindsay Lohan as Marilyn Monroe Related [...]

David Bowie playing with scissors

Published on 2012-08-02 12:34:13

1970s photo of David Bowie in a mustard yellow suit smoking a cigarette. Love his odd-coloured eyes! Related Posts I seem to be stopping traffic: I hated the midi skirt! Mary Quant Fashion photo from 1967 Source Filed under: 1970s, Music, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, David Bowie, Photo, retro, seventies, vintage

Yay! Bradley Wiggins wins olympic gold!

Published on 2012-08-01 14:36:44

Our fantatic British Mod-icon Bradley Wiggins has won, not only the Tour de France, but now a gold medal in the Olympic cycling time trials! He’s now team GB’s most successful Olympian! Go Wiggo! I’ll be drawing huge mod-style sideburns on myself in celebration! Related Posts 1960s Lingerie Shot A young Elizabeth Taylor with puppy [...]

Party girl Marilyn

Published on 2012-08-01 12:32:02

Marilyn Monroe looking truly sozzled riding an inflatable duck in a swimming pool Related Posts Modern vintage: 1920s fashion in July 2012 Cosmo A super skinny Diana Ross with big eyelashes, 1970 Jerry Hall being filmed by Norman Parkinson Source Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fifties, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, party, swimming pool, vintage

Lindsay Lohan as Marilyn by Bert Stern

Published on 2012-08-01 07:39:20

I have to admit I suppressed a chuckle when I read about Lindsay Lohan having an attack of nerves when filming a topless scene for her new movie yesterday. Relax Lindsay, we’ve seen it all before! It reminded me of the photoshoot she did re-creating the iconic Marilyn photos by Bert Stern. It makes me [...]

Danish gymnasts posing for the 1908 London Olympics

Published on 2012-08-01 07:32:05

A publicity photo of Danish gymnasts in the 1908 London Olympics. Related Posts Suzy Parker in 1957 Coty advertisement Jean Shrimpton and Celia Hammond by John French Louise Dahl-Wolfe in Harper’s Bazaar, March 1950 Source Filed under: 1900s, Real Life, Vintage Tagged: 1908, gymnastics, Olympic Games, Olympics, Photo, retro, vintage

Suzy Parker

Published on 2012-08-01 02:35:12

The beautiful 1950s model, Suzy Parker Related Posts Designed by Helen Rose for Grace Kelly in High Society, 1956 Black cat auditions in Hollywood, 1961 Vogue 1961 Source Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, Photo, style, Suzy Parker, vintage

Princess Margaret smoking, 1950s

Published on 2012-07-31 12:34:46

Princess Margaret wearing a 5 row stirng of pearls and smoking with a cigarette holder in 1957 Related Posts Bathing Suits 1929 Mary Jane Russell wearing a black turban: 1954 Liz Taylor in 1964 Source Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Real Life, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fifties, Photo, photograph, Princess Margaret, smoking, vintage

Diana Rigg in a white lace catsuit, 1960s

Published on 2012-07-31 07:35:08

Diana Rigg wearing a white lace catsuit and matching shoes getting out of a car – isn’t she fabulous? Related Posts 1960s Polka Dot Bikini Vogue 1967 Escapade magazine 1960s Source Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, catsuit, Diana Rigg, Photo, sixties, the Avengers, vintage

Wilhelmina Cooper wearing a luxury zebra bracelet, 1960s

Published on 2012-07-31 04:15:21

Wilhelmina Cooper wearing a diamond, ruby and enamel zebra bracelet and holding a pink lipstick from Vogue 1964 Related Posts Veruschka in a Toucan-print maxi dress by Francesco Scavullo, 1972 Lauren Hutton for Calvin Klein by Avedon Vintage Lookbook: Elizabeth Taylor as Cleopatra Source Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, bracelet, Jewellery, jewelry, lipstick, [...]

Legwear from 1970s Vogue

Published on 2012-07-31 02:38:52

And I thought colour-blocking was a new thing! Fabulous colour-blocked heels from 1970s Vogue magazine. Related Posts Europants Suzy Parker in 1957 Coty advertisement Marilyn: all wrapped up Souce Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, legs, seventies, shoes, tights, vintage, Vogue

Marisa Berenson with 1960s Pucci bags

Published on 2012-07-30 12:48:03

Marisa Berenson photographed by Bert Stern in 1965 for Vogue US with Pucci handbags. Related Posts 1920s bathing beauty Lila Lee in her swimsuit George Harrison and Pattie Boyd, 1968 Marilyn Monroe Source Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, bags, Bert Stern, fashion, handbags, Marisa Berenson, Pucci, sixties, style, vintage

Vogue September 1970

Published on 2012-07-30 07:55:23

Beautiful photo from Vogue September 1970. Does anyone know who this model is? Related Posts 1950s Chanel No 5 advert with Suzy Parker Veruschka: Youthquakers: February 1966 – US Vogue Vintage Lookbook: Get that 1950s silhouette Source Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, fashion, hat, makeup, style, vintage, Vogue

Elizabeth Taylor’s 8 wedding dresses

Published on 2012-07-30 05:30:00

Elizabeth Taylor was a great barometer of bridal style. She married 8 times over 4 decades and wore a fantastic variety of wedding dresses. I think I like the dress she wore to marry Mike Todd the best – which one is your favourite? [12 photos] Wedding #1: Conrad “Nicky” Hilton. Taylor married Hilton in [...]

Cyd Charisse in Two Weeks in Another Town

Published on 2012-07-30 03:23:28

Cyd Charisse in Two Weeks in Another Town Related Posts Mary Nolan The Lady and her Butlers by Tom Palumbo Vintage Playboy 1971 Source Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Cinema, cyd charisse, earrings, jewelry, Photo, retro, vintage

JFK and Jackie in a photobooth, 1950s

Published on 2012-07-30 02:08:27

3 photos of John F Kennedy and Jackie Kennedy in a photo booth in 1953 – don’t they look young, happy and in love? Related Posts Marilyn Monroe and Philippe Halsman, 1954 Dovima in Vogue 1950 1955 Swimwear Source Filed under: 1950s, Real Life, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fifties, Jackie Kennedy, JFK, John F Kennedy, Photo, [...]

Wilhelmina Cooper covering American Vogue, 1965

Published on 2012-07-29 12:22:06

50s and 60s supermodel Wilhelmina Cooper wearing an amazing hat on the cover of American Vogue April 1st 1965 Related Posts Brigitte Bardot, 1960s Grace Kelly Norma Jean before she became Marilyn Source Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Magazines, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, American Vogue, Cover, fashion, hat, magazine, sixties, Vogue, Wilhelmina Cooper

The last time London hosted the Olympics: the 1948 Olympic Games

Published on 2012-07-29 09:29:30

I’m pretty much glued to the Olympics today, but during the gaps between the action I’ve been looking for photos of the 1948 Olympics, the last time London hosted the Games. Dubbed ‘the Austerity Games’, times were still very tough in 1948 after WW2, rationing was still very much in force and money was extremely [...]

Girl with a pearl earring from Vogue 1945

Published on 2012-07-29 07:06:54

Girl with a pearl earring photo from Vogue 1945 by Erwin Blumenfeld Related Posts From 1941 Vogue Dior in Vogue November 1954 Mary Jane Russell Source Filed under: 1940s, Fashion, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, Erwin Blumenfeld, fashion, pearl, Photo, vintage, Vogue

Competition winner

Published on 2012-07-29 05:57:39

The winner of our competition to Win a vintage 1950s black satin evening bag is Rebecca Evans – Congratulations – Rebecca we’ll pass your details onto Posh Girl Vintage and they will contact you about your prize directly. If you didn’t win why not enter our current competition to Win a beautiful black corset Entries close on 2nd August [...]

Young Queen Elizabeth with her family in the 1950s

Published on 2012-07-29 03:00:50

Sssshh daddy! A baby Princess Anne puts the Duke of Edinburgh in his place… Wasn’t the Queen amazing in the Opening Ceremony of the Olympics? I never dreamed I’d see her and James Bond share the screen together – great job big Q! I felt very proud to be British! A lovely family photo of [...]

1960s fashion illustration by Antonio Lopez

Published on 2012-07-29 02:29:43

1960s fashion illustration of 2 girls on a motorbike by Antonio Lopez 1968 Related Posts Vogue, April 1976 by David Bailey Modern vintage: 1920s fashion in July 2012 Cosmo Veiled Elizabeth Taylor in 1963 Source Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Illustration, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Antonio Lopez, art, fashion, illustration, vintage

1970 Opel Calendar

Published on 2012-07-28 12:18:37

Photo of in London looking very cool from the 1970 Opel calendar – got to love those mini skirts! Related Posts 1950s Polka Dot Swimsuit in LIFE Magazine Joan Crawford with devilish nails Vogue Cover, January 1957 Source Filed under: 1970s, Cars, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, car, fashion, mini dress, mini skirt, Photo, style, vintage

Jean Shrimpton by David Bailey 1963

Published on 2012-07-28 07:18:17

Sixties model Jean Shrimpton photographed by David Bailey 1963 Related Posts Marilyn Nassau, Bahamas 1970 Hat with Roses 1944 Vogue Source Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, David Bailey, fashion, Jean Shrimpton, model, Photo, sixties, style, vintage

Black Cat Auditions In Hollywood, 1961

Published on 2012-07-28 02:18:13

1960s photo from LIFE magazine of a lady waiting with her black cat for Hollywood pet auditions. I just love her eyebrows! Related Posts Veruschka 1966 Vogue Nena von Schlebrugge 1959 Jayne Mansfield Source Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Real Life, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, cat, fashion, gloves, hat, Hollywood, Photo, sixties, vintage

Elizabeth Taylor aged 15

Published on 2012-07-27 12:20:37

I don’t know about you, but I certainly didn’t look this grown up aged 15! Elizabeth Taylor shows her star quality in this photo from 1950s. Isn’t she stunning? Related Posts 70s fashion, what more can I say? The Epitome of Cool: Steve McQueen 1950 Advert, Modess Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, [...]

1960s Stewardesses posing in an aeroplane factory

Published on 2012-07-27 07:32:37

Publicity photo of three air hostesses posing side by side in an aeroplane factory, 1960s Related Posts 1950: Dorian Leigh Penelope Tree Happy birthday to the Rolling Stones! Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Air Hostess, Photo, photograph, sixties, stewardess, uniform, vintage

Marilyn Monroe: The Red Velvet session

Published on 2012-07-27 03:32:37

In 1949 photographer Tom Kelley took some nude photos of a 22 year old aspiring actress who later turned out to be Marilyn Monroe. The calendar was reprinted in 1954 and 1956 (with lace overprint as above) as the ‘Golden Dreams’ calendar and the session is now known as the legendary ‘red velvet’ session. See [...]

Model wearing dress by Hattie Carnegie – 1943

Published on 2012-07-27 02:23:58

1940s fashion photo of a model wearing a dress by designer Hattie Carnegie – 1943. Photo by John Rawlings Related Posts Model wearing Dior – photo by Louise Dahl-Wolfe Paris 1940′s Peggy Moffitt in 1960s geometric dress LIFE Magazine 1958 Source Filed under: 1940s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, fashion, gloves, Hattie Carnegie, John Rawlings, Photo, vintage

60s fashion: Vogue Paris cover featuring Veruschska with leopard eyes

Published on 2012-07-26 14:09:56

Sixties supermodel Verushka on the cover of Vogue Paris magazine from July 1968. Veruskha is wearing a leopard fur hat and leopard (or maybe cheetah)-inspired makeup! Photographer: Franco Rubartelli Related Posts Veruschka Veruschka in YSL for Vogue: Youthquake 1968 Givenchy 1955 Source Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Cover, fashion, Franco Rubartelli, fur, sixties, [...]

Vogue UK cover, November 1933

Published on 2012-07-26 12:56:18

Regal looking cover of Vogue UK from November 1933. Model wears a fur jacket and diamond tiara. Related Posts Photography by Louise Dahl-Wolfe “One of a kind” could they mean the magnificent 1970s moustache? 1950s supermodel supreme Dovima with bows in her hair Source Filed under: 1930s, Fashion, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Cover, diamonds, fashion, [...]

1960s Pan Am travel poster

Published on 2012-07-26 07:15:36

1960s Pan Am travel poster. I think this was drawn by artist and illustrator Antonio Lopez – can anyone confirm? Related Posts Nicole de la Marge for Paris Vogue, 1966 Bebe Daniels Vogue 1955: Couture Ballet Source Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Illustration, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, airline, Antonio Lopez, art, illustration, Pan Am, poster, sixties

Modern Vintage: Louis Vuitton’s twenties-style ad campaign

Published on 2012-07-26 05:14:50

I love theenchanting 1920′s (or is it 1930s?) feel to the new ad campaign by Louis Vuitton for Autumn 2012. They’ve created an Orient Express style set and the photos were shot by Steven Meisel. Those round goggle-style sunglasses are gorgeous! [3 photos] Source Filed under: Modern, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, ads, adverts, Louis Vuitton, twenties

Brigitte Bardot on set of film Vie Privee

Published on 2012-07-26 02:15:29

1960s actress Brigitte Bardot on set of film Vie Privee. (Photo by Loomis Dean//Time Life Pictures/Getty Images) Related Posts 1960s Air Hostess Fashion Gina Lollobrigida Chemstrand Nylon 1957, Model Lucinda Hollingsworth Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Brigitte Bardot, fashion, sixties, vintage

Escapade magazine 1960s

Published on 2012-07-25 13:45:34

Model in a white crochet body stocking on the cover of Escapade magazine, October 1968 Related Posts Outdoor Circus: Aspen Colorado, 1977 Elizabeth Taylor as Cleopatra In Front of the Eiffel Tower Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Escapade, sixties, vintage

Amelia Earhart looking beautifully stylish…

Published on 2012-07-25 10:16:02

Aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart in her flying hat and goggles. Isn’t this a beautiful photo? Related Posts Marilyn in Griffith Park, LA Pop Art-Fashion photographed by FC Gundlach Elizabeth Taylor by Richard Avedon, 1964 Source Filed under: 1930s, Real Life, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Amelia Earhart, Photo, photograph, vintage

1920s flapper fashion

Published on 2012-07-25 07:26:56

1920s flapper fashion, young girl wears a drop waisted dress, shoes with straps and French heels and pearls Related Posts Gretchen Harris covering Vogue UK, July 1957 Glamorous swimsuits from 1954 Vintage Lookbook: Get that 1950s silhouette Filed under: 1920s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, fashion, flapper, twenties, vintage

Jackie Kennedy’s sister with her pet dog for Vogue 1960

Published on 2012-07-25 02:22:06

Jackie Kennedy‘s sister Lee Radziwill with her pet pug for Vogue 1960, you can see the family resemblance can’t you (between her and Jackie, not the dog!) Photographer: Henry Clarke Related Posts 1920s Fashion 3D Twiggy LBD, 1958 Source Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, dog, fashion, hat, Henry Clarke, Jackie Kennedy, Lee Radziwill, [...]

How to Kiss from LIFE magazine 1942

Published on 2012-07-24 12:29:04

A great article from 1940s LIFE magazine showing you the right and wrong way to kiss! Related Posts Hepburn in Paris when it sizzles Farrah Fawcett Vintage Lookbook: Dressing Like Coco Chanel Source Filed under: 1940s, Fashion, Magazines, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, kissing, Life, LIFE Magazine, vintage

A radiant Audrey Hepburn in Switzerland 1971

Published on 2012-07-24 07:46:05

1971: Audrey Hepburn looks radiant in the gardens of her beloved La Paisible, her home in Tolochenaz, Switzerland. Related Posts Marilyn with New York Mayor Robert Wagner Photograph by Louise Dahl-Wolfe Lauren Bacall 1945 Source Filed under: 1970s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, Audrey Hepburn, dog, pet, Photo, Switzerland, vintage

Modern vintage: Kerry Washington for Vogue Italia

Published on 2012-07-24 03:00:00

Kerry Washington (of TV series Scandal) is featured in the July 2012 issue of Vogue Italia, styled in a glamourous sixties-style editorial. What do you think of Vogue Italia’s take on 60s style? [6 photos] Source Filed under: Modern, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, Kerry Washington, Photo, retro, sixties, style, vintage, Vogue Italia

Diana Dors jumping in 1956

Published on 2012-07-24 02:46:01

Diana Dors jumping from the Jumpology series of photos by Philippe Halsman Related Posts The Gorgeous Farrah Fawcett A 1948 Movie Poster for The Red Shoes Pin up girl with goldfish by Edward Runci Source Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Diana Dors, fifties, Jumpology, Philippe Halsman, Photo, photography

1960s model Susan Murray

Published on 2012-07-23 12:37:01

1960s model Susan Murray wearing a sequinned dress Related Posts 1950s Fashion Photograph by Henry Clarke 1950s Stripes 1940s Bridal Gown in Rose-Beige Source: Child of the Moon Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, Photo, sixties, style, Sue Murray, Susan Murray, vintage

1920s fashions

Published on 2012-07-23 12:05:52

5 lovely ladies wearing 1920s drop waisted dresses and some amazing hats! Related Posts Pin Up Girl – True by Vargas Vogue Cover June 1934 Who is showing what? Skirt length in 1970 Source Filed under: 1920s, Fashion, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, fashion, flapper, hat, style, twenties, vintage

RIP Amy Winehouse: my top 10 photos

Published on 2012-07-23 12:03:03

Has a year already passed since Amy Winehouse’s tragic death? Hard to believe isn’t it? I’m still saddened at the loss of such a fantastic talent and find myself listening to her music often (mostly while I’m doing housework oddly enough!).

Vogue cover January 1964

Published on 2012-07-23 07:36:58

1960s Vogue cover featuring a model in a white helmet-style hat from January 1964. James Wedge, Britain’s leading milliner who would later marry actress Helen Mirren, designed this white patent leather helmet. Related Posts Suzy Parker in 1954 Revlon advertisement 1967 Playboy Model in Dior Evening Dress Éventail 1948/1949 by Willy Maywald

Billie Carleton, 1920s

Published on 2012-07-23 07:05:43

1920s English musical comedy actress Billie Carleton in a fantastic outfit Related Posts Ziegfeld Follies by Alfred Cheney Johnston Glamorous Marilyn Vintage Swimwear Advert by Sea Nymph Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Billie Carleton, fashion, Photo, style, twenties

Ginger Rogers in a flower-covered hat

Published on 2012-07-23 02:36:55

A very floral Ginger Rogers holding a bouquet and wearing a flower-covered hat, 1930s Related Posts 1950: Dorian Leigh A Young Farrah Fawcett Young Joanna Lumley in a Corset Filed under: 1930s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, fashion, flowers, Ginger Rogers, hat, style, vintage

Catherine Deneuve on the telephone

Published on 2012-07-23 02:05:33

Catherine Deneuve on the phone, 1960s. I love the painting in the background of this photo. Related Posts Liz Taylor Fabulous 1920s ballet costume Marilyn photographing Bert Stern Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Catherine Deneuve, Photo, photograph, vintage

Anne St Marie in a fabulous bow hat, 1950s

Published on 2012-07-22 12:50:38

Anne St. Marie wearing a hat by Lilly Dache 1959, photo Henry Clarke Related Posts Marie Helvin in Yuki, Vogue, 1976 Model on the Eiffel Tower, 1938 Natalie in Grès Coat, Kairouan, 1950 Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Anne St. Marie, fashion, fifties, hat, Henry Clarke, Photo, vintage

Elizabeth Taylor reclining on a bed

Published on 2012-07-22 07:40:50

Elizabeth Taylor looking very sexy reclining in bed, 1950s Related Posts Inspirational Photography by Henry Clarke Maxi Skirts 1973 Marilyn Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Underwear, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Cinema, Elizabeth Taylor, lingerie, Liz Taylor, Photo, vintage

Josephine Baker in the Famous Banana Skirt 1927

Published on 2012-07-22 02:38:56

Josephine Baker wearing her infamous Banana Skirt 1927 Related Posts Raquel Welsh Steve McQueen looking sharp in a dark suit Gretchen Harris covering Vogue UK, July 1957 Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Josephine Baker, Photo, twenties, vintage

Modern vintage: retro-inspired shoot for Vogue Japan

Published on 2012-07-21 13:58:07

I love the retro styling of this photoshoot from Vogue Japan’s August 2012 issue. I can’t work out whether it’s more sixties- or seventies-inspired, it seems to be a mix of both, either way I love the shapes and colours and wish I could get my hair to look like that! Vogue Japan magazine august [...]

Elvis fighting Mohammad Ali

Published on 2012-07-21 12:40:15

Elvis Presley & Mohammad Ali, something tells me Elvis is slightly out of his league here… Related Posts Audrey Hepburn in Givenchy, 1962 1951 LIFE – Vikki Dougan photographed by Nina Leen Ziegfeld Follies Girl on the cover of Theatre Magazine, 1925 Filed under: 1970s, Music, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, Elvis, Elvis Presley, Mohammad Ali, Photo, [...]

Pop Art-Fashion photographed by FC Gundlach

Published on 2012-07-21 07:28:53

Model Mickey wearing a green and yellow crêpe dress by Pisanti and photographed by F.C. Gundlach, 1960s. Related Posts Marilyn, looking tired and a little forlorn Twiggy: Gym is In! 1967 Young Marilyn in Red Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, F.C. Gundlach, fashion, FC Gundlach, Mickey, Photo, pop art, vintage

Veruschka & Wilhelmina Cooper by Henry Clarke, 1964

Published on 2012-07-21 02:31:18

Sixties models Veruschka & Wilhelmina Cooper wearing yellow and orange photographed by Henry Clarke, 1964 Related Posts Vogue 1950s 60s & 70s Nigerian Fashion Photography by JD ‘Okai’ Ojeikere Britt Ekland, 1970 by Patrick Lichfield Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, Henry Clarke, retro, sixties, Veruschka, vintage, Wilhelmina Cooper

Modern vintage: the Louis Vuitton party in Shanghai

Published on 2012-07-20 14:54:39

From what I can work out, Louis Vuitton have thrown an amazing 2-day publicity extravaganza in Shanghai to celebrate the opening of first store in China. The famous and fashionable have been out in force and some of my favourite retro style crushes have showing off their style credentials. From top: Clémence Poésy: still rocking [...]

Audrey Hepburn and Edith Head

Published on 2012-07-20 12:20:09

Audrey Hepburn talking with Academy Award-winning costume designer Edith Head, 1950s Related Posts Vogue March 1944 1945 Vogue 70s Style Photography by Neil Krug Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Audrey Hepburn, Edith Head, fifties, Photo, style, vintage

Vintage daily crave: 60s-style houndstooth dress

Published on 2012-07-20 09:38:53

Mmmm, love this dress! Lots of gorgeous sixties styling, the houndstooth print, cowl neck, cute button details. Pair up with some block heel shoes and some big Peggy Moffit style eye makeup and you’ll look a treat! Filed under: Vintage Daily Crave Tagged: 1960s, dress, fashion, sixties, style, styling, vintage

Lauren Hutton pulling a Napoleon-style pose in a halter dress, 1970s

Published on 2012-07-20 07:20:01

ca. November 1, 1971, New York, New York, USA Lauren Hutton in long slashed halter dress, jewlery by David Webb, hair by Suga, makeup by Polly Bergen. Image by © Condé Nast Archive/Corbis Related Posts Photo by Lillian Bassman, 1950s Mary Jane Russell wearing a black turban: 1954 Marilyn, Putting Her Face On Filed under: 1970s, [...]

Win a beautiful black corset

Published on 2012-07-20 05:00:08

This week we have not one but three of these beautiful black lace boned corsets to give away, thanks to the kind people at Corsets UK. Corsets UK is a corset and accessories company which for over 20 years has been specializing in corsets for fashion and waist-training. Huge selections of sensuous and sexy items are available [...]

Vintage bathing suits

Published on 2012-07-20 04:17:31

I’m a huge fan of vintage swimwear (sooo much more appealing than a string bikini *shudder*) and I’m delighted to welcome Julia of Jeeze Julia who’s agreed to do a guest post for me and share two of her grandmother’s beautiful vintage bathing suits, enjoy! When you’re a lake girl, you collect a lot of [...]

1950s Chanel No 5 advert with Suzy Parker

Published on 2012-07-20 02:19:51

1959 Chanel No. 5 advert starring Suzy Parker: Chanel becomes the woman you are… Related Posts Wallis Warfield Simpson Hair that’s strong, shiny and vibrant… Marianne Faithfull Filed under: 1950s, Advertising, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, advert, advertisement, Chane No. 5, Chanel, fifties, Suzy Parker, vintage

Modern vintage: more photos of Mila Kunis looking like a young Sophia Loren

Published on 2012-07-19 15:10:55

Today I came across more photos of Mila Kunis from that vintage-style Dior ad campaign. She really looks every inch the fifties starlet doesn’t she? Source Filed under: Modern, Vintage Tagged: advert, campaign, Dior, fashion, Mila Kunis, Miss Dior, Photo, photography, retro, style, vintage

1950s silk tafetta evening gown by Christian Dior

Published on 2012-07-19 12:04:12

Silk tafetta evening gown creation by Christian Dior named “Versailles” and worn with long white gloves, 1951 Related Posts Model with an aqua 1959 Imperial The Perfect Accessory: A 1960s Mercedes 300 SL Susan Murray Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Christian Dior, Dior, fashion, gloves, style, tafetta, vintage

25% discount for We Heart Vintage readers

Published on 2012-07-19 09:58:13

Remember the competition we ran a few weeks ago to win a Mad Men-style 1960s vintage dress? We had a great response and as a thank you to everyone who entered Juno says Hello has selected the 3 most popular dresses mentioned in your entries and has marked them down by 25% until Monday 23rd July. [...]

Lauren Hutton & Robert Redford on a motorbike 1970s

Published on 2012-07-19 07:32:57

1970s model Lauren Hutton looking tousled on the back of Robert Redford’s motorbike Related Posts Brigitte Bardot Sue Murray covering Vogue Intense! Steve McQueen & Jean Shrimpton, 1965 Filed under: 1970s, Cinema, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, Lauren Hutton, motorbike, Photo, Robert Redford, seventies, vintage

Competition winner

Published on 2012-07-19 04:21:05

The winner of our competition to Win a Mad Men-style 1960s vintage dress is Anna Kobielak Becky Downey– Congratulations Becky we’ll pass your details onto Juno Says Hello and they will contact you about your prize directly. Sorry Anna, but the vintage dress was only available in the size advertised. If you didn’t win why not enter our [...]

1960s paper doll of Twiggy

Published on 2012-07-19 02:48:46

1960s paper doll of Twiggy from a Swedish fashion magazine. Which is your favourite outfit? I think mine is the green shorts suit! Related Posts Anita Ekberg by Phil Stern Queen Elizabeth on her 1954 tour of Australia Fairgound pin up girl by Edward Runci Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Illustration, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, magazine, [...]

1950s beachwear guide: my first ever guest post

Published on 2012-07-19 02:39:52

I’m very excited today because I’ve done my first ever guest post, and happily it’s on one of my favourite fashion blogs: Jeeze Julia. It’s a guide to getting that perfect 1950s look on the beach and you can see the full article here if you’d like to take a look. It feels very strange [...]

I’ll come and make love to you at five o’clock. If I’m late start without me

Published on 2012-07-18 23:08:13

Tallulah Bankhead Filed under: 1930s, Quotes, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, quotation, quote, Tallulah Bankhead, vintage

Marilyn looking glum under an umbrella

Published on 2012-07-18 12:47:50

Maybe Marilyn Monroe doesn’t like the rain? She certainly doesn’t look very happy in this photo. That’s how I’m feeling about the weather right now, bring on the summer sunshine! Related Posts 1967 Vogue 1947 Christian Dior’s New Look Anne Francis with bird earrings Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, photograph, [...]

Celebrating 66 Years of the Bikini: the top 10 iconic bikinis

Published on 2012-07-18 08:31:06

This month is the 66th anniversary of the bikini, as designed by French Engineer Louis Réard on July 5th 1946. To celebrate I’m putting together my list of top 10 iconic bikinis – let me know if you think I’ve left any out! 1. Louis Réard’s original string bikini modelled by exotic dancer Micheline Bernardini [...]

Vintage pin up of a girl fixing a kennel with original model photo

Published on 2012-07-18 07:57:30

Vintage pin up art of a girl flashing her suspenders whilst fixing a kennel. Which do you prefer the painting, or the original photo? Related Posts Pat Goddard by John French. London, England, 1950s Marilyn on a balcony Daisy Duke Filed under: Pin-up girls, Vintage Tagged: art, Photo, pin up art, pin up girl, pin-up, [...]

1932 Vogue cover by Steichen

Published on 2012-07-18 02:57:23

Cover of July 1932 Vogue featuring a model in a red swimsuit photographed by Edward Steichen Related Posts 6 photos of Marilyn in dance class, aged 22 Brigitte Bardot The Lovely Audrey Source Filed under: 1930s, Fashion, Magazines, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Cover, Edward Steichen, fashion, swimsuit, Vogue

Carol Alt in a lace-up swimsuit, 1980s

Published on 2012-07-17 12:28:07

Carol Alt in a lace-up swimsuit for Sports Illustrated, 1980s Related Posts Twiggy Lawson Marilyn by Bert Stern Margaux Hemingway by Francesco Scavullo, 1976 Source Filed under: 1980s, Fashion, Pin-up girls, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1980s, Carol Alt, Photo, pin-up, Sports Illustrated, swimsuit, swimwear, vintage

Jane Birkin Citroen 1968

Published on 2012-07-17 07:13:13

Sixties style icon Jane Birkin in a mini dress and over the knee socks sitting on a Citroen Related Posts Marilyn, the Forces Sweetheart 1950′s model June Clarke Polka dots on holiday, July 1956 Vogue Filed under: 1960s, Cars, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, cars, citroen, fashion, Jane Birkin, sixties, style, vintage

Modern vintage: Lana del Rey for H&M

Published on 2012-07-17 05:39:49

Modern vintage champion Lana del Rey has been announced as the new face of H&M for their Autumn and Winter 2012 ad campaigns. Only these 2 photos have been released so far, but I think she looks great. Then again she always does look great in her trademark sixties-inspired hair and winged eyeliner. The only problem [...]

Dorothy Lamour

Published on 2012-07-17 02:17:25

1940s actress Dorothy Lamour. This photo reminds me of this pre-makeover photo of Rita Hayworth, both of whom were Latino beauties, one of which kept her natural dark hair, while the other was remade by the Studio into a red-haired woman with even a different hairline! Related Posts Sixties model Penelope Tree in a Russian-style outfit [...]

Celebrating Comic-Con with retro superhero art

Published on 2012-07-16 12:39:00

Comic-con seems to be everywhere at the moment, and as a girl who loves a good superhero I’m feeling a little left out. So I’m cheering myself up by looking at this fantastic retro-style superhero art by artist

Ava Gardner in a floppy white hat

Published on 2012-07-16 12:28:17

Ava Gardner in a floppy white hat and gorgeous red blouse, 1940s Related Posts 1960s Las Vegas Showgirls A young Elizabeth Taylor with puppy Christian Dior Source Filed under: 1940s, Cinema, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, Ava Gardner, hat, Photo, style, vintage

Twiggy with a flapper style beaded cap

Published on 2012-07-16 07:12:09

60s supermodel Twiggy in a 1920s style beaded cap and kiss curls – it’s great to see her styled differently to her trademark sixties look isn’t it? Related Posts Glam Marilyn Monroe 1950s dress design sketch by Madame Grés Sunny Harnett by Tom Palumbo Source Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, 1960s, fashion, flapper, [...]

How did 1950s models get such tiny waists? The low down on waist training

Published on 2012-07-16 07:10:00

I’ve often marvelled at the different body shapes which have been in fashion over the decades: from the skinny boyish figure of the 1920s and 1960s to the fabulous hourglass figures of the 1950s. It also got me wondering why people don’t look like that today. It was quite a revelation to discover the practice [...]

Modern vintage: Dita von Teese at the Cointreau Pool Party

Published on 2012-07-16 06:38:53

*sigh* I wish I could dress like Dita von Teese for just one day… As always the vintage-style icon looked immaculate in a Jenny Packham gown at a Cointreau poolside party. Not many people could get away with wearing a full length lace gown to a pool party, but Dita certainly can! Source Filed under: [...]

Lilian Gish, 1920s

Published on 2012-07-16 02:28:05

1920s star of the silver screen Lillian Gish, this ruffled dress is fantastic isn’t it? Related Posts Two Models on Beach, 1949 by Louise Dahl-Wolfe Kate Moss Covers The Face, Age 15 Lauren Hutton with puppy, 1974 Source Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, fashion, Lillian Gish, Photo, style, twenties, vintage

Audrey Hepburn by Cecil Beaton, 1963

Published on 2012-07-15 12:57:27

Part of a shoot taken of Audrey Hepburn by Cecil Beaton in 1963 at the time of My Fair Lady. Cecil Beaton was fascinated by Audrey’s looks and wound up clashing with My Fair Lady’s director, George Cukor, for spending too much time trying to get photos of his leading lady rather than focusing on his [...]

1960s James Bond Auditions

Published on 2012-07-15 08:17:46

After Sean Connery finished his first run playing 007 the studio needed to cast a new James Bond. These photos were taken by Loomis Dean from LIFE Magazine at a casting session in 1967 for the five final shortlisted actors (plus some possible Bond girls). George Lazenby bagged himself the role as Bond for On Her [...]

Eva Marie Saint, 1954

Published on 2012-07-15 07:57:19

Eva Marie Saint in 1954 from the Jumpology series of photos by Philippe Halsman Source: vintage everyday Related Posts Anne Gunning on the cover of Vogue, September 1956 Marilyn and Puppy 1950s Fashion Photograph by Henry Clarke Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Eva Marie Saint, fifties, Jumpology, photographer, photos, Sphinx, vintage

Sue Murray by David Bailey

Published on 2012-07-15 02:57:17

Sixties model Susan Murray photographed by David Bailey Source: Wall of Retro Related Posts Jane Oleinikoff, 1969 Marilyn in Striped Silk #1 Fashion photo with a pop art sky by FC Gundlach Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, David Bailey, fashion, Photo, sixties, Sue Murray, Susan Murray, vintage

Anjelica Huston and Manolo Blahnik cover 1974 Vogue

Published on 2012-07-14 12:45:06

Anjelica Huston and Manolo Blahnik in the South of France and Corsica, for Vogue January 1974. Photographer David Bailey. Related Posts London 1960s Marie Helvin Fashion in 1959 Filed under: Fashion, Magazines, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, Anjelica Huston, Cover, David Bailey, Manolo Blahnik, Photo, seventies, vintage, Vogue

Ginger Rogers looking thoughtful

Published on 2012-07-14 07:44:55

A thoughtful Ginger Rogers in a 1930s publicity photo Related Posts Marlene Dietrich Chanel, Vogue 1952 Veruschka 1968 Filed under: 1930s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Ginger Rogers, Photo, vintage

Modern vintage: Vogue Mexico do Andy Warhol and Edie Sedgwick

Published on 2012-07-14 05:43:33

What do you think of Vogue Mexico’s take on the sixties? They’ve taken ‘the colour palette of Andy Warhol and the make up of his muse Edie Sedgwick’ for this photo shoot for their July 2012 issue. I’m not really sure I see the resemblance, what about you? Photos: David Roemer Model: Anne Vyalitsyna Source [...]

Playboy cover, 1965

Published on 2012-07-14 02:44:52

Playboy cover from October 1965 featuring a girl (in a surprisingly modest white jumper) holding her hair up like Playboy bunny ears. Related Posts Cheryl Tiegs in 1968 Glamour Photograph by Louise Dahl-Wolfe 1950s jewellery editorial – rings galore! Filed under: 1960s, Magazines, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Cover, Playboy, sixties, vintage

1930s evening gowns by Steichen

Published on 2012-07-13 12:38:57

Model Marion Morehouse and unidentified model wearing dresses by designer Edward Steichen 1930 Related Posts Twiggy 1960s Bebe Daniels Wedding Dress 1923 Gala Mitchell in Vogue 1971 Filed under: 1930s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Edward Steichen, fashion, vintage

Cheer up Hans Solo, it’s your birthday!

Published on 2012-07-13 11:45:09

Oh, I just love this photo of Princess Leia cuddling up with Chewbacca while Hans Solo looks mightily hacked off! I think Harrison Ford was one of my earliest childhood crushes and I still think he’s mighty fine even through he’s pushing 70 now!

Vintage daily crave: “Une Nuit en Voiture-Lit” SNCF poster

Published on 2012-07-13 08:54:55

Just spotted this vintage 1970s French SNCF poster and I’d love it to go on my wall. It’s by Bernard Vilemot in 1973 Filed under: Vintage Daily Crave Tagged: 1970s, art, poster, seventies, trains, vintage

3 girls in swimsuits in a 1950s beach cafe

Published on 2012-07-13 07:38:43

Three girls wearing swimsuits in a 1950s beach cafe Related Posts Mary Jane Russell wearing a black turban: 1954 Twiggy: Gym is In! 1967 Anne St Marie by Irving Penn Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, fifties, Photo, swimsuit, vintage

Modern vintage: Mila Kunis as a paparazzi hunted 50s starlet

Published on 2012-07-13 05:33:19

Mila Kunis is the latest star to have a vintage makeover. For the latest Dior ad campaign she is portrayed as a press-hounded fifties starlet. What do you think of her new look? Related Posts Party Girl Donna Mitchell by Avedon, 1971 Joanna Lumley: Knee High Socks & a Bee Striped Minidress Source Filed under: [...]

Marlene Dietrich with The Beatles

Published on 2012-07-13 02:38:07

The Beatles (from left: George Harrison, Ringo Starr, Paul McCartney, John Lennon) posing for a photo with Marlene Dietrich. Source: Awesome People Hanging Out Together Related Posts 1960s Vespa Advertisement Suzy Parker 1954 Vogue Stripy Sofa by John French Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Music, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, george harrison, John Lennon, Marlene Dietrich, Paul McCartney, [...]

Op Art Swimsuit photographed by FC Gundlach, 1966

Published on 2012-07-12 12:20:12

Op Art (also known as optical art) swimsuit designed by Sinz Vouliagmeni and worn by model Brigitte Bauer,1966. Photographer: F C Gundlach Related Posts Maxi Skirts 1973 Portrait by Alfred Cheney Johnston 1929 Maudie James from Vogue Cover shoot 1970 Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Brigitte Bauer, F.C. Gundlach, FC Gundlach, op [...]

Happy birthday to the Rolling Stones!

Published on 2012-07-12 09:05:43

It’s the Rolling Stones‘ 50th birthday today, so happy golden jubilee boys! I’m celebrating by listening to the Stones while I work – what’s your favourite Rolling Stones song? Related Posts Straw Hat with Flower John French 1950s Wedding Dress Suzy Parker in Dior 1953 Filed under: 1960s, Music Tagged: 1960s, 50th, birthday, jubilee, Keith [...]

Bite me! Steve McQueen & Jean Shrimpton, 1965

Published on 2012-07-12 07:20:04

Steve McQueen and Jean Shrimpton photographed by Avedon for Harpers Bazaar 1965 Source: What’s old is new again Related Posts 1961 Mademoiselle Magazine Twiggy: Gym is In! 1967 Wilhelmina Cooper in Givenchy, 1965 Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, gloves, Harpers Bazaar, Jean Shrimpton, Photo, Richard Avedon, STeve McQueen, vintage

Bettina Graziani on the cover of French Vogue, 1953

Published on 2012-07-12 02:10:00

1950s model Bettina Graziani wearing a black halter neck swimsuit on the cover of French Vogue July / August 1953 Related Posts 1975 Disco Swimsuit Twiggy & Richard Avedon Jean Shrimpton by Richard Avedon, 1968 Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Magazines, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Bettina Graziani, Cover, fashion, fifties, swimsuit, swimwear, vintage, Vogue

Modern Vintage: Anne Hathaway does Audrey Hepburn

Published on 2012-07-11 15:35:53

Is it just me or is Anne Hathaway channelling Audrey Hepburn here? From the pixie cut, to the short black shift dress, large sunglasses and ballet flats, this is perfect Hepburn! She wore this outfit in New York City last night for the premiere for ‘Shut Up And Play The Hits’. Who do you think [...]

70s fashion, what more can I say?

Published on 2012-07-11 12:34:24

Hideous bold seventies fashion in green and blue: a striped cheerleader-style outfit and some flares Related Posts February 1968, UK Vogue, Fiona Campbell Walter by David Bailey Hedy Lamarr Myrna Loy

Modern vintage: Lindsay Lohan in a 1970s vintage dress

Published on 2012-07-11 10:51:16

Lindsay Lohan in vintage? Well I never! Maybe playing Elizabeth Taylor in the biopic Liz & Dick has rubbed off on LiLo, she certainly looks so much better now than she did with all that over-bleached blonde hair! She bought this outfit in a vintage store in California and came out wearing it. Which do [...]

Some Dita Von Teese inspiration for this afternoon

Published on 2012-07-11 08:32:48

You can be the ripest, juciest peach in the world, and there’s still going ot be somebody who hates peaches. Dita Von Teese Personally I love peaches… Related Posts Young Clint Eastwood From 1945 Vogue Audrey Hepburn Source Filed under: Quotes, Vintage Tagged: Dita von Teese, inspiration, Photo, quotation, quotes, vintage

Brigitte Bardot in a big straw hat and very little else…

Published on 2012-07-11 07:24:09

The beautiful Brigitte Bardot wearing a big straw hat on the beach, c.1960s Related Posts Vogue August 1943 20s Movie Star: Jobyna Ralston Flower power body painting, 1960s Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, beach, Brigitte Bardot, hat, naked, Photo, sixties, vintage

Vintage lookbook: Colourful Mod-style ASOS outfit for under £100

Published on 2012-07-11 05:34:59

Get a Peggy Moffit-style sixties mod makeover! I saw this competition to win £100 ASOS gift voucher - to win you need to create an outfit for under £100 – if you enter too post a link below so we can all see your design! Clockwise from top left: Illamasqua Theatre of the Namless False Lashes [...]

James Dean sitting on Elizabeth Taylor’s lap, laughing

Published on 2012-07-11 02:34:06

James Dean sitting on Elizabeth Taylors lap laughing. This looks like it’s on the set of a movie, maybe Giant (1956)? Related Posts Marilyn in a black gown by Bert Stern Lauren Hutton by Richard Avedon Swimwear Harpers Bazaar 1959 Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: Cinema, Elizabeth Taylor, fifties, James Dean, Liz Taylor, movies, [...]

Anne Gunning wearing a Jacques Fath gown, 1953

Published on 2012-07-10 12:47:28

Steven Spielberg being eaten by a shark…

Published on 2012-07-10 12:41:01

I had to do a double take when I saw this photo – it’s not a real shark it’s the model one used in Jaws! (1975) Related Posts I dreamed I was a real dish in my Maidenform bra Grace Kelly on the set of High Society Dovima in Vogue 1950 Source Filed under: 1970s, [...]

Vintage lookbook: Late sixties Twiggy-inspired outfit

Published on 2012-07-10 07:49:34

Clockwise from top left: The Branch square bangle

Maudie James in Vogue 1968

Published on 2012-07-10 07:23:50

A dreamy-looking Maudie James with her hair in ringlets wearing a beret from Vogue UK, April 1968 Related Posts Twiggy Lawson Barbara Goalen in a Julian Rose layered net evening dress with Tommy Kyle 1940s Catalina Swimsuits

Cathy Dahmen photographed by FC Gundlach

Published on 2012-07-10 02:23:45

60s model Cathy Dahmen in a monochrome dog-tooth print dress photographed by F C Gundlach. Related Posts Sue Murray: big sunglasses even bigger belt, 1960s Daisy Duke Photograph by Louise Dahl-Wolfe Filed under: 1960s, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Cathy Dahmen, fashion, FC Gundlach, mod, sixties, vintage

1960s Valentino

Published on 2012-07-09 12:38:32

Isn’t this an amazing photo? The Valentino dress is beautiful (as are the hair and makeup), but look at those scary nails! Related Posts 1935 Vogue cover by Cecil Beaton Classic Marilyn Jerry Hall in Christian Dior Filed under: 1960s, Designers, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, eyeliner, fashion, hair, makeup, sixties, vacation, vintage

Lauren Hutton with puppy, 1974

Published on 2012-07-09 07:14:35

Seventies supermodel Lauren Hutton with a puppy Source: The 70′s Fashion Found Archive Related Posts Norman Parkinson – Barbara Mullen with Dogs, New York Ever wondered how 1920s girls got those cupid bow lips? Evelyn Tripp 1951 Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, fashion, Lauren Hutton, Photo, seventies, style, vintage

Modern vintage: Katy Perry’s 1960s style in Vogue Italia

Published on 2012-07-09 06:54:23

Katy Perry‘s done it again! This time she’s dressing up sixties-style for Vogue Italia’s July 2012 issue – which look do you think suits her best, fifties starlet or sixties? Source Filed under: Modern, Vintage Tagged: fashion, Katy Perry, retro, style, vintage, Vogue, Vogue Italia

Suzy Parker in black and white

Published on 2012-07-09 02:14:28

Suzy Parker looking, well, perfect! You can see why she was one of the top models of the 1950s… Related Posts Straw Hat with Flower John French Carmen Dell’Orefice on a crane in front of Old Bailey, London Sue Murray Vogue 1967 Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, earrings, fifties, Photo, style, Suzy [...]

Jean Shrimpton with butterflies in her hair

Published on 2012-07-08 12:02:53

1960s supermodel Jean Shrimpton with butterflies and flowers in her hair. LOVE that sixties eye makeup! Source: Supermodel Icons Related Posts Elvis Presley 1956 1930s fashion Daily crave: 70s-style wooden-heeled sandals Filed under: 1960s, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, eyeliner, hair, hairstyle, Jean Shrimpton, makeup, sixties, vintage

1950s Elizabeth Arden cosmetics advert

Published on 2012-07-08 07:32:00

1950s advert for Elizabeth Arden cosmetics featuring model Mary Jane Russell. Related Posts Grace Kelly With Gene Kelly At The Cannes Film Festival, 1955 A super skinny Diana Ross with big eyelashes, 1970 Debbie Harry: car crash photo shoot 1976 Filed under: 1950s, Advertising, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, advert, Cosmetics, Elizabeth Arden, fifties, Mary Jane Russell, [...]

Steve McQueen in a race suit

Published on 2012-07-08 02:40:00

Steve McQueen looking hot (quite frankly) in a 1960s race suit Related Posts Mary Jane Russell by John Rawlings, Vogue December 1953 Marilyn in a black gown by Bert Stern Marie Helvin Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Hunks & Hotties, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Photo, race suit, racing, sixties, STeve McQueen, vintage

Marilyn with her eyes closed

Published on 2012-07-07 12:17:08

A beautiful photo of Marilyn Monroe with her eyes closed Related Posts 60s fashion photo complete with sombrero Cool 1960s sunglasses Wilhelmina Cooper in Green Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fifties, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, vintage

Twiggy photograped by Justin de Villeneuve, 1970

Published on 2012-07-07 07:52:20

Twiggy Lawson photographed wearing a minidress with long hair by Justin de Villeneuve. Published in Vogue, April 15, 1970. Source Vogue.com Related Posts Josephine Baker in an enormous dress 1970s Advert: Brown Is Beautiful Evelynn Tripp, photographed by John Rawlings 1951 Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Magazines, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, fashion, Justin de Villeneuve, Minidress, [...]

Modern vintage: Audrey Tautou in Marie Claire Russia

Published on 2012-07-07 04:20:00

French actress Audrey Tautou is the latest celebrity to go for a vintage-inspired look in this photo shoot for Marie Claire Russia. I can’t decide whether she looks more like Audrey Hepburn or Coco Chanel, she has the vulnerability of Hepburn with the sharp style of Chanel. Either way, she looks amazing!

Swimsuits in the desert, 1949 Vogue

Published on 2012-07-07 02:52:15

Late 1940s swimsuit fashion from 1949 Vogue Related Posts Trompe L’oeil Dresses by Hermes Paris, 1952 1956 advert for Modess, featuring Suzy Parker Nicole de la Marge for Paris Vogue, 1966 Filed under: 1940s, Fashion, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, cap, fashion, hat, swimsuits, swimwear, vintage, Vogue

Modern vintage: Katy Perry in 1950s-style Dolce & Gabbana

Published on 2012-07-06 21:45:00

Wow, would you just look at Katy Perry?! She seemed to be channelling Dita von Teese at the premier of her movie

50 years on, and still nobody does it better…

Published on 2012-07-06 17:09:29

Designing 007

Cheryl Tiegs in a swimsuit, 1970s

Published on 2012-07-06 12:30:48

1970s model Cheryl Tiegs in a stapless blue swimsuit from Sports Illustrated Related Posts Veruschka is a Sinner: From Mademoiselle, 1972 1960s supermodel Twiggy Lauren Hutton for Calvin Klein by Avedon Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Models, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, Cheryl Tiegs, seventies, swimsuits, swimwear

Win a vintage 1950s black satin evening bag

Published on 2012-07-06 08:52:15

This week’s competition has been donated by Posh Girl Vintage, a vintage online clothing store which is family owned & operated in beautiful Southern California. This is what they have to say about Posh Girl Vintage: Our family has a long history in the clothing business. You could say it’s in our blood. Mother, daughter [...]

New photography exhibition: David Bailey’s East End

Published on 2012-07-06 07:03:48

A new exhibition opens in London today showing 50 years of David Bailey’s photos of the East End. The pictures featured range from sixties supermodels to the everyday lives of people in the 1960s, 1980s and today. Above: Jean Shrimpton photographed by David Bailey in 1961 in the hallway of Bailey’s family home Above: Two [...]

Twiggy riding a bike, 1966

Published on 2012-07-06 05:16:16

Sixties supermodel Twiggy Lawson riding a bike in a polka dot mini dress, 1966. Source Related Posts Model in Christian Dior Dress Abandon, 1948/1949 by Willy Maywald Cole of California’s Female Animal swimsuit collection Audrey Hepburn takes a break during the filming of ‘Two for the Road’, 1967 Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Models, Vintage Tagged: [...]

Modern vintage: more photos from Emma Stone’s vintage inspired Vogue shoot

Published on 2012-07-06 03:43:22

Hot off the press this morning are 2 new photos from Emma Stone’s 1960s-inspired photo shoot from Vogue – doesn’t she look amazing? Particularly in the photo above – very Brigitte Bardot! You can also see her Vogue cover for the August 2012 issue here. Which of the current retro fashion trends do you like [...]

Vintage Lookbook Mad Men’s Joan

Published on 2012-07-06 03:19:04

I’m having a Mad Men moment today, and have loved Joan’s style for a while now, so here’s my Joan Holloway inspired lookbook – what do you think? Have I got it right? From left to right: Adia Kibur triple circle pendant necklace , Pine all Mine dress by Stop Staring, Vintage Reserve Corrine heel [...]

1959 Vogue beachwear

Published on 2012-07-06 01:48:22

Cool apricot-coloured beach wear with matching parasol from Vogue 1959 Related Posts Ginger Rogers in skimpy lingerie and stockings 1951 – The Duchess of Windsor in Portofino Veruschka Source Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, fifties, Parasol, Photo, style, Umbrella, vintage, Vogue

1970s advert: The before or after anything jumpsuit

Published on 2012-07-05 12:24:00

The before or after anything suit by Jumpsuits Ltd. Their heads are together. He cares for the good things of life. He’s an achiever. He’s confident. He likes his clothes smooth, sexy, comfortable – masculine. The “Do Anything” jump suit goes to party, bistro, patio or pad. She makes the right decisions about her man, [...]

Vintage daily crave: Lulu Guinness eye clutch

Published on 2012-07-05 10:04:26

Lulu Guinness has just posted a photo of this amazing eye clutch bag on Twitter

Technicolour Twiggy

Published on 2012-07-05 09:36:06

Sixties supermodel Twiggy with bright blue orange and white eye makeup and a scarf tied around her hair – isn’t it nice to see her looking different? Source Related Posts Lion Tamer: 1930s Anjelica Huston and Wallis Franken, Vogue, 1971 1960′s Leombruno-Bodi ,Woman Dining with Cheetah Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Beauty, [...]

Modern vintage: Emma Stone’s sixties cover for Vogue UK

Published on 2012-07-05 08:25:00

Emma Stone is giving off a real 1960s vibe on her cover for August 2012 Vogue UK. I’m loving the combination of cap, big eyemakeup and dog-tooth print! Photographer Mario Testino. Related Posts Paulene Stone in a dog tooth shift White dress with tweed cap Model Mirella Petteni with parachute 1963 Source Filed under: Modern, [...]

Lindsay Lohan as Elizabeth Taylor in photos

Published on 2012-07-05 04:05:38

Filming has finished on the much-hyped biopic Liz & Dick. To celebrate the wrap Lindsay Lohan has tweeted a photo of herself back as a redhead again after living as Elizabeth Taylor for the past few months – I kind of think it’s a shame – I liked her looking like a 60s movie star! [...]

Dracula movie poster, 1968

Published on 2012-07-05 02:39:58

Dracula movie poster from 1968: ‘Dracula has risen from the grave (obviously). Starring Christopher Lee. Source: Lost in 70s Related Posts Joanna Lumley Vintage Lookbook: 1970s Jumpsuit Marilyn Monroe at Niagara Falls, 1952 Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Christopher Lee, Cinema, Dracula, movies, poster, sixties

How to get that 1920s flapper look

Published on 2012-07-04 14:26:39

1920s makeup: The 1920s saw a revolution in modern cosmetics. The first lipstick in a tube was developed in 1915 and became really popular in the early 20s and the mid 1920s saw some of the first mascaras. For that flapper look, go for dark red cupids bow lips, kohl rimmed eyes with mascara on [...]

Penelope Tree, Vogue 1967

Published on 2012-07-04 12:07:00

A photo of 60s model Penelope Tree with big eye makeup from Vogue 1967 Related Posts Jean Harlow Fashion for Vogue, Curzon Street, London, 1961 Decolleté by Erwin Blumenfeld Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Eyelashes, makeup, Penelope Tree, sixties, vintage

Vintage daily crave: 1960s sorceress minidress

Published on 2012-07-04 08:32:49

Red vintage 1960s mini dress with bell sleeves from They Roared Vintage – isn’t this gorgeous? I’m trying to convince myself I can fit into it, but I just don’t think I can! Filed under: Vintage Daily Crave Tagged: 1960s, fashion, Minidress, sixties, style, vintage

Evelyn Tripp in a nylon advert from Harper’s Bazaar, August 1957

Published on 2012-07-04 07:01:09

Evelyn Tripp in a nylon advert from Harper’s Bazaar, August 1957 Related Posts Wallis Simpson by Cecil Beaton for Vogue 1937 Grace Kelly by Howell Conant Temple of Warriors in Chichen-Itza, Mexico, 1968 Filed under: 1950s, Advertising, Magazines, Models, Underwear, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, ad, advert, Eveyln Tripp, Harpers Bazaar, lingerie, vintage

1950s beauty photo of Mary Jane Russell

Published on 2012-07-04 02:22:13

1950s model Mary Jane Russell, with classic long 50s almond shaped nails in a beauty photo. Related Posts Vogue 1953 The Mod Squad: Michael Cole, Clarence Williams III and Peggy Lipton Debbie Harry: car crash photo shoot 1976 Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Beauty, earrings, fashion, fifties, Jewellery, Mary Jane Russell, model, [...]

Rock Hudson and Doris Day showering

Published on 2012-07-03 07:40:23

Rock Hudson and Doris Day taking a shower on the beach, 1950s Related Posts Sue Murray Vogue 1965 1960s Fashion Photo by Gundlach Brigitte Bardot Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: Doris Day, Photo, Rock Hudson, swimsuit, swimwear, vintage

Vintage daily crave: Pan Am cabin bag

Published on 2012-07-03 03:38:35

Whether you’re flying the friendly skies or off running errands, this vintage airline cabin bag will make any outfit look first class! This official Pan Am product with an adorable lining features a roomy construction that can accommodate your collection of vintage records, or any other precious items you want safely stowed in the overhead [...]

Lauren Hutton with some huge earrings, Vogue 1967

Published on 2012-07-03 02:53:55

The amazing sixties model Lauren Hutton wearing some big earrings and a patterned mini dress from Vogue 1967 Related Posts I dreamed I was a knockout in my Maidenform bra 1960s Mens Casual and Business 1950s Red Polka Dot Dress Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Jewellery, Magazines, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, Lauren Hutton, Photo, sixties, [...]

My Independence Day tribute: 70 years of star spangled celebs

Published on 2012-07-02 14:40:39

I know it’s a bit early to wish everyone a Happy Independence Day, but I am British after all, so bear with me! As my clumsy foreigners 4th July tribute I collected together 20 (if you count each member of The Beatles separately) of my favourite vintage and not-so-vintage celebrities in their stars and stripes [...]

In the pink! 1960s beach fashions

Published on 2012-07-02 12:59:47

Amazing pink sixties beach wear – I love that flowery pink beach dressing gown. How come you don’t see those any more? So much cuter than the beach cover-ups you get today! Related Posts Cary Grant And Kim Novak At The Cannes Film Festival, 1959 Cyd Charisse Dancing in a Leopard Print Dress Girl and [...]

A different view of Marilyn’s iconic white dress

Published on 2012-07-02 10:55:26

A photo of Marilyn Monroe wearing that iconic white dress from a different angle – isn’t this a beautiful photo? Related Posts Young Joanna Lumley in a Corset Blondie, Coney Island, 1977 Marilyn Monroe

Vintage pin up vs original model photo

Published on 2012-07-02 07:58:12

Pin up with garden hose flashing her suspenders by Gil Elvgren, also showing the original photo on which the painting was based. Related Posts Lee Meriwether as Catwoman 1966 1940s Catalina Swimsuits Dulcy Ann Sothern 1940 Filed under: Pin-up girls, Vintage Tagged: Gil Elvgren, pin up art, pin up girl, pin-up, suspenders

Daily crave: Vintage YSL jacket

Published on 2012-07-02 05:22:37

This vintage Chinese-style jacket by Yves Saint Laurent is simply beautiful and great if you’re going for a 60s vibe. Wear with capri pants and some kitten heels. Filed under: Vintage Daily Crave Tagged: fashion, jacket, style, vintage, YSL, Yves Saint Laurent

Elizabeth Taylor as Cleopatra by Bert Stern, 1963

Published on 2012-07-02 02:20:20

Elizabeth Taylor photographed as Cleopatra by Bert Stern in 1963. What an amazing dress! Related Posts Modess Advert (1954) Vintage Lookbook: The Great Gatsby 60s fashion in front of the pyramids Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Bert Stern, Cleopatra, Elizabeth Taylor, Liz Taylor, Photo, sixties

Suzy Parker, 1960s

Published on 2012-07-01 12:04:14

Early 1960s photo of ‘it’ model Suzy Parker Source: Supermodelicons Related Posts From 1966 Vogue Jean Shrimpton by David Bailey 1964 1960s Beauty Advert Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Jewellery, Models, Vintage Tagged: fashion, model, necklace, Photo, style, Suzy Parker, vintage

A strange fashion photo of a young Janice Dickinson

Published on 2012-07-01 07:05:00

A strange photo of Janice Dickinson in the 1970s (or maybe early 1980s?) clinging to a plank of wood with very spikey hair… Related Posts London 1961 Diana Rigg: On Her Majesty’s Secret Service 1969 Audrey Hepburn Filed under: 1970s, 1980s, Fashion, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, 1980s, Janice Dickinson, model, Photo, vintage

6 photos of Marilyn in dance class, aged 22

Published on 2012-07-01 06:50:23

Marilyn Monroe in 1949 taking dance lessons in Hollywood aged 22. Her dance teacher is Nico Charisse, ex-husband of legendary Hollywood dancer Cyd Charisse. Source: Vintage Everyday Filed under: 1940s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, ballet, Dance, dancing, Hollywood, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, vintage

An architectural photo of model Evelyn Tripp

Published on 2012-07-01 02:52:12

I love this 1950s fashion photo of Evelyn Tripp and the way the folds in the gown mirror the architecture Related Posts Penelope Tree covering Vogue Marilyn with New York Mayor Robert Wagner 1947: Model wearing an ice-yellow & heat-yellow dress Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Evelyn Tripp, fashion, fifties, model, Photo, [...]

Daily crave: vintage 80s metal belt

Published on 2012-06-30 14:55:00

1980s vintage metal belt

Two 1920s women wearing Chanel

Published on 2012-06-30 12:47:00

Two immaculately dressed 1920s women wearing Chanel suits Related Posts Grace Kelly, 1959 Be His Pin-Up Girl 1961, By the good ship Oriana Filed under: 1920s, Designers, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Chanel, designer, fashion, Photo, twenties, vintage

9 photos of Elizabeth Taylor by the hair dressing department on Cleopatra

Published on 2012-06-30 07:55:00

9 backstage photos of Elizabeth Taylor taken by the Hair Dressing Department on the 1963 movie Cleopatra showing some of her different hair styles and wigs. Well, 8 by the Hair Dressing Department, one by Costume… Which is your favourite?

Model Mary Jane Russell in 1955 Balenciaga

Published on 2012-06-30 07:35:04

50s model Mary Jane Russell wearing a white gown by designer Cristóbal Balenciaga Related Posts 60s Air Hostess Fashion Penelope Tree for Vogue Marilyn Smiling Filed under: 1950s, Designers, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Balenciaga, fashion, fifties, gloves, gown, Mary Jane Russell, model, style, vintage

Modern vintage: 1920s fashion in July 2012 Cosmo

Published on 2012-06-30 06:33:18

The 1920s really are the new 1950s (if you know what I mean) – yet another sign of the new twenties revival is the Art Decadence spread in July 2012 UK Cosmo. What do you think of their take on flapper inspired fashion?

60s model Peggy Moffitt

Published on 2012-06-30 03:04:00

When I discovered this photo a while ago it was tagged as being Penelope Tree, but I think it looks much more like Peggy Moffitt. I’ve since lost the source so I can’t check. What do you think? Related Posts Jane Birkin 1969 Marisa Berenson in Pucci, 1967 LIFE Magazine 1958 Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, [...]

Steve McQueen & wife Nellie at home, 1963

Published on 2012-06-29 12:33:36

Actor Steve McQueen & wife Nellie at home. Location: Hollywood, CA, US Date taken: June 1963 Photographer: John Dominis Related Posts Model in Dior Evening Dress Éventail 1948/1949 by Willy Maywald Audrey Hepburn Kate Moss, 1993 Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, bikini, Cinema, couple, movies, Photo, STeve McQueen, trunks, vintage

Daily crave: vintage 70′s Louis Feraurd suit

Published on 2012-06-29 09:32:10

I love the gorgeous straw colour of this vintage 1970s suit. Personally I’d ditch the green shirt and wearing it with crisp white shirt with big collar and cuffs, some big wooden heeled platforms and the obligatory 70s shades! See the rest of the suit here Filed under: Vintage, Vintage Daily Crave Tagged: 1970s, fashion, [...]

Vintage Playboy 1971

Published on 2012-06-29 07:37:32

1970s playboy model wearing a beautiful mix of orange and purple. Related Posts Vogue December 1940 Louise Dahl-Wolfe 1940s Jane Birkin by David Bailey, 1969 Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Magazines, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, model, Photo, Playboy, seventies, vintage

Vintage Style Heroes: Josefine of the Ritzy Ladies

Published on 2012-06-29 04:55:09

Josefine loves everything vintage, especially things from the beginning of the 19th century til the 30′s but also 40′s and 50′s. Wedding dresses and hats are the things she loves the most. She blogs at The Rity Ladies What inspires your vintage look? Hmm, old hollywood movie stars, burlesque dancers from the 30′s, other vintage [...]

Competition winners

Published on 2012-06-29 04:41:40

The winner of our competition to win handmade pink applique bunting is Isobelle Forde– Congratulations Isobelle we’ll pass your details onto The Lollipop Tree and they will contact you about your prize directly. The winner of our competition to win a vintage-style hair and makeup session is Frances Gourlay – Congratulations Frances we’ll pass your details onto Sabrina [...]

1950s paper doll

Published on 2012-06-29 03:23:00

Pretty 1950s paper doll with different fifties hairstyle and three different outfits. Related Posts Sonny and Cher 1970s Audrey Hepburn, Chic Woodcutter… Straw hat with flower by John French Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, illustration, paper doll, vintage

Madame Gress dress design sketch 1950s

Published on 2012-06-28 12:30:47

1940s sketch of a grey dress with big sleeves and a tiny nipped-in waist by fashion designer Madame Grés. Related Posts Farrah Fawcett Mary Quant 1950s Swimwear Filed under: 1940s, Designers, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: designer, drawing, fashion, Madame Gres, sketch, style, vintage

Fabulous 1920s ballet costume

Published on 2012-06-28 07:31:13

Amazing feathery and fantastic ballet costume from the 1920s. Source: They Roared Vintage Related Posts Esquire, Calendar Girl (1944) by Vargas Fabulous 1950s hat Marilyn by Bert Stern Filed under: 1920s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, ballet, costume, Dance, dancer, feathers, Photo, vintage

Vintage daily crave: 1970s YSL shirt dress

Published on 2012-06-28 04:29:33

This vintage 1970s checked shirt dress from Yves Saint Laurent is a comfortable and stylish way to wear vintage on those hot summer days. Wear with some big vintage shades and some cork-soled wedges! Filed under: Vintage Daily Crave Tagged: 1970s, checked, checks, dress, fashion, seventies, style, vintage, YSL, Yves Saint Laurent

Frolicking in the surf Vogue UK, 1970

Published on 2012-06-28 02:18:25

Model wearing a bikini from Vogue UK, 1970. Photo by Norman Parkinson Related Posts Lauren Hutton by Richard Avedon Joanna Lumley: Open Your Arms, Dump Your Armaments Nina von Schlebrugge and Sphinx, Egypt, 1963 Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Magazines, Photographers, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, bikini, Norman Parkinson, seventies, swimwear, Vogue

1970s Brigitte Bardot paper doll

Published on 2012-06-27 11:00:00

1970s paper doll of Brigitte Bardot from a Swedish fashion magazine. Related Posts Anne St Marie: Your Attention Please, photo by Tom Palumbo Pierre Cardin 1965 Vogue Cover September 1966: Celia Hammond? Filed under: 1970s, Cinema, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, Brigitte Bardot, paper doll, seventies

1950s model Bettina Graziani looking regal on the cover of L’Officiel

Published on 2012-06-27 07:14:36

1950s model Bettina Graziani in a dark green and white gown and gloves on the cover of L’Officiel magazine 1957 Related Posts 1950s Henry Clarke Photograph Marisa Berenson in Seashell Headdress 1950s model Bettina Graziani at the races Filed under: 1950s, Jewellery, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Bettina Graziani, Cover, fashion, gloves, magazine, necklace, pearls, vintage

The 9 most beautiful photos of Marilyn Monroe

Published on 2012-06-27 04:03:00

Most photographs of Marilyn Monroe are beautiful, and I found it really tough to limit this post to just 9, but these but these are my favourites. I think they’re exceptional… Which is your favourite? If you need more pics to choose from you can also see the whole Marilyn photo gallery here 1. Marilyn [...]

Mick Jagger in his trunks, 1965

Published on 2012-06-27 02:50:42

A young Mick Jagger pouting poolside in some mustard yellow swimming trunks. Slightly more understated than David Bowie’s choice of swimwear and Rod Stewart’s come to think of it… Related Posts From 1948 Vogue Elizabeth Taylor and Montgomery Clift Elizabeth Taylor, bronzed and happy on the set of Suddenly Last Summer in 1959. Filed under: [...]

Model Judy Dent wearing a fur coat in a racing car, 1962

Published on 2012-06-26 12:46:59

1960s fashion photo of model Judy Dent with F1 (? or other racing) car by FC Gundlach 1962. Not sure fur coat and racing goggles ever really caught on as racewear with the real racing drivers though… Related Posts Suzy Parker photographed by Georges Dambier for Elle Magazine Cher Marilyn wearing a hat and mac [...]

Marilyn Monroe praying in pearls & red lipstick

Published on 2012-06-26 07:37:41

Marilyn saying a quick prayer wearing a gorgeous lace gown and lots of pearl and crystal jewellery Related Posts Jean Shrimpton in a mackintosh Vintage Lookbook: Sailor Chic, Flapper style Jean Shrimpton Evening Dress Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Cinema, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, movies, Photo, vintage

10 vintage ways with summer hair

Published on 2012-06-26 05:33:56

As the weather heats up and we’re all hoping for some summer (finally) here are some easy to do vintage-inspired summer hairstyles for when the temperatures soar! Which style would you choose? No matter what the decade, slicking your hair back into a chic up do is always in fashion. Slick it back with a [...]

Daily crave: sixties aztec-style flip-flops

Published on 2012-06-26 05:15:22

Bold tribal patterns were a hot trend in the late 60s, match these colourful flip-flops with a bright block colour outfit like this one to get a fab retro look. Filed under: Vintage Daily Crave Tagged: 1960s, aztec, fashion, flip flops, sandals, shoes, style, tribal, vintage

50s model Evelyn Tripp in black with red nails and lips

Published on 2012-06-26 02:50:31

1950s model Evelyn Tripp in a black dress with circle skirt Related Posts Sunglasses: April 4, 1970 60s Sunglasses by John French Under Parasols at the Beach Vogue 1963 Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, bracelet, Evelyn Tripp, lipstick, nails, Photo, vintage

Jerry Hall in a fabulous iridescent dress

Published on 2012-06-25 22:55:18

70s supermodel Jerry Hall in a wonderful iridescent dress and long black gloves. Related Posts The saucy Sennett Bathing Beauties in their swimwear, 1915 1960s Air Hostess Fashion 1930s-Style Twiggy Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, fashion, glvoes, Jerry Hall, Photo, seventies, vintage

Catch yourself some boys with a Maurice Handler 60s swimsuit…

Published on 2012-06-25 18:40:36

1960s Maurice Handler swimsuit advert from Seventeen magazine, April 1961 Related Posts Britt Ekland Model Veruschka Dancing in Desert, 1968 Nena Schlebrugge: Drinka Pinta Milka Day Advert Filed under: 1960s, Advertising, Fashion, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, ad, advert, Maurice Handler, sixties, swimsuit, swimwear, vintage

Evelyn Tripp and Mary Jane Russell, 1954

Published on 2012-06-25 15:39:48

1950s models Evelyn Tripp and Mary Jane Russell in blue day dresses. Related Posts Marisa Berenson, a striking 60s silhouette Hoisting the Elephant Marisa Berenson Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Jewellery, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Evelyn Tripp, fifties, Jewellery, jewelry, Mary Jane Russell, models, vintage

The Frigidaire Lady, 1950s

Published on 2012-06-25 12:48:49

1950s fashion illustration of the Frigidaire lady, who looks like she may have been based on Grace Kelly… Related Posts Veruschka by Henry Clarke, Vogue 1965 A bare chested Paul Newman, 1960s Girl and Elephant Filed under: 1960s, Advertising, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, advert, fashion, fifties, gloves, illustration, vintage

Lauren Hutton in Bulgari, 1975

Published on 2012-06-25 07:49:54

Lauren Hutton wearing jewellery by Bulgari, by photographer Francesco Scavullo, 1975 Image by © Condé Nast Archive/Corbis Related Posts Vogue 1955: Couture Ballet 1960s Air Hostess Fashion Iconic bubble photographs by Melvin Sokolsky Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Jewellery, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, bracelet, earrings, fashion, Jewellery, Lauren Hutton

Elizabeth Taylor’s world record breaking Cleopatra costumes

Published on 2012-06-25 07:08:19

Elizabeth Taylor broke a world record with the number of different costumes she wore in the movie Cleopatra in 1963. She wore a staggering 65 different outfits! The record for ‘most costume changes in a film’ was only broken in 1996 by Madonna who wore 85 outfits, but hey Cleopatra was a much better movie, [...]

Daily crave: that Rita Hayworth dress

Published on 2012-06-25 05:04:03

No, you’re not mistaken, this is that gorgeous 40s-style dress again from the Rita Hayworth lookbook. I can’t resist, it just keeps on catching my eye… *sigh* Don’t worry though, no more repeats! Filed under: Vintage Daily Crave Tagged: 1940s, dress, fashion, style, thrift, vintage

Doris Day with dark hair

Published on 2012-06-25 02:41:26

Doris Day with dark hair and fishnet stockings – doesn’t she look different?

Lauren Hutton in a 1967 Revlon Advert

Published on 2012-06-24 22:05:50

Doesn’t Lauren Hutton look amazing in this 1960s Revlon ad? I wish I had hair like that! Related Posts David Bailey: Penelope Tree Elke Sommer, 1967 Cardin Hat Over Paris, Queen Magazine, 1960, by Norman Parkinson Filed under: 1960s, Advertising, Fashion, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, ad, advert, Beauty, Lauren Hutton, makeup, Photo, Revlon, sixties, vintage

Jean Shrimpton with flowers in her hair

Published on 2012-06-24 18:44:18

Beautiful photo of sixties supermodel Jean Shrimpton with flowers in her hair by photographer Bert Stern, 1964 Related Posts Dreamy photo of a young Princess Elizabeth in 1945 1960s Air Stewardess Chic 1950s Vogue Swimwear Chic Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Models, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Beauty, Bert Stern, fashion, flowers, Jean Shrimpton, makeup, Photo, sixties, [...]

A man can be short and dumpy and getting bald but if he has fire, women will like him

Published on 2012-06-24 15:30:37

Mae West Filed under: Quotes Tagged: Mae West, men, quotations, quote, vintage

1950s hair & beauty photo

Published on 2012-06-24 12:33:35

1950s hair-style and beauty photo of Anne St Marie by Tom Palumbo Related Posts Diana Rigg in the Avengers Elizabeth Taylor from Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Photo by Louise Dahl-Wolfe, Harper’s Bazaar August 1949 Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Anne St. Marie, Beauty, fashion, style, Tom Palumbo, vintage

1960s supermodel Twiggy

Published on 2012-06-24 07:58:52

Twiggy reading the Tokyo Handy Guide in a fur jacket Related Posts Ungaro spotted outfit, photo John French. London, UK, 1965 Clara Bow Elspeth Champcommunal with two models by Norman Parkinson Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, fur, model, Photo, sixties, supermodel, Twiggy, vintage

Daily crave: 1970s style woven wedges

Published on 2012-06-24 05:28:55

These cork-heeled wedges have got a real seventies vibe and would look great with short shorts (if you’re feeling brave), big hair and even bigger sunnies. They’re also from 80-20 which means they’re comfier than the average heel and won’t have you reaching for a pair of trainers by lunchtime! Filed under: Vintage Daily Crave [...]

Marlene Dietrich

Published on 2012-06-24 02:56:37

1930s photo of Marlene Dietrich in the desert Related Posts Marilyn by Bert Stern Fabulous beaded 1920s flapper headdress Bright maxi dress, 1968 Filed under: 1930s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Marlene Dietrich, movie star, Photo, vintage

Capucine wearing a beautiful felt hat

Published on 2012-06-23 22:18:59

50s model Capucine, who always reminds me of happy childhood weekends spent watching the Pink Panther movies Related Posts Mia Farrow in Rosemary’s Baby, circa 1968 Suzy Parker ( in Dior ) Robin Tattersall and Garder McKay by Richard Avedon 1956 Wilhelmina Cooper on the cover of Vogue 1961 Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Jewellery, Models, [...]

70s shirt advert: Do something nice for women too…

Published on 2012-06-23 18:14:08

Oh, you have to love seventies adverts don’t you? If I saw a man wearing a shirt like this it would certainly bring a smile to my face, so I guess that’s doing a nice thing for women – not sure that’s what they meant though… Related Posts Zooey Deschanel in Vintage Shareen Paulene Stone [...]

Strapless coral swimsuit, Vogue 1954

Published on 2012-06-23 15:18:07

This coral strapless swimsuit would look as great on the beach today as it did when it first appeared in Vogue in 1954. Isn’t it gorgeous? Source Vogue.com via Heart of Gold & Luxury Related Posts Anita Ekberg by Phil Stern 1950s Bridal Fashion Jeannie Patchett Vogue 1950 Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Magazines, Swimwear, Vintage [...]

Model Mary Jane Russell covers Harpers Bazaar 1949

Published on 2012-06-23 12:37:46

Mary Jane Russell on the cover of Harpers Bazaar 1949. I’m not sure whether she’s supposed to be standing in a hole, or whether than man with her is exceptionally tall…? Related Posts Benedetta Barzini Maudie James in a strange 1960s bishops outfit by David Bailey From 1966 Vogue Filed under: 1940s, Fashion, Magazines, Models, [...]

Penelope Tree in Vogue 1967

Published on 2012-06-23 07:57:07

60s supermodel Penelope Tree in a smocked dress from 1967 Vogue. Related Posts Girl at a Rolling Stones concert in 1969 Anne Gunning Outside the City Palace, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India, 1956 Natalie Wood Filed under: 1960s, Magazines, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, mod, model, Penelope Tree, supermodel, vintage, Vogue

Daily crave: Mod style sandals

Published on 2012-06-23 05:19:48

These sandals, with their striking black and white geometric design, would be perfect to go with a 1960s Mod-style outfit! Just look to Peggy Moffit for some style inspiration… Filed under: Vintage Daily Crave Tagged: 1960s, fashion, mod, sandals, shoes, sixties, style, vintage

Marilyn Monroe in bed

Published on 2012-06-23 02:51:15

Marilyn looking sultry in bed under a baby-pink quilt (but in full makeup) Source: The Nifty Fifties Related Posts Mademoiselle, 1944 1955 Balenciaga Straw Hat with Flower John French Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, starlet, vintage

Marisa Berenson covering Vogue Pattern Book, 1970

Published on 2012-06-22 22:06:00

Model Marisa Berenson looking tanned and wearing a turban and some enormous earrings on the cover of Vogue Pattern Book, June/July 1970s Related Posts By Cecil Beaton in 1948 Paulene Stone in a Dog Tooth Shift and Headscarf Sophia Loren by von Wangenheim Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Jewellery, Models, Vintage Tagged: Cover, earrings, fashion, Jewellery, [...]

Evelyn Tripp in a pink slip, 1957

Published on 2012-06-22 18:54:17

Evelyn Tripp in a pink nighty/slip? from Vogue September 1957 Related Posts Vintage Lookbook: 1950s Sophia Loren Marilyn Monroe, 1949, Age 23 Vintage Lookbook: Sailor Chic, Flapper style Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Magazines, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Evelyn Tripp, fashion, fifties, vintage, Vogue

Steve McQueen looking sharp in a dark suit

Published on 2012-06-22 15:38:49

Steve McQueen knew how to wear a suit didn’t he? Come to think of it he looked pretty great in anything… Related Posts Jeannie Patchett Marilyn, Putting Her Face On Twiggy Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Hunks & Hotties, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, celebrity, Cinema, sixties, STeve McQueen, suit, vintage

70s superstar Lauren Hutton

Published on 2012-06-22 12:51:43

A young Lauren Hutton with amazing 70s hair Related Posts Linda Morand Marilyn Monroe at Niagara Falls, 1952 Modess Advert (1954) Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, fashion, Lauren Hutton, model, Photo, vintage

Vintage swimwear from 1952 Vogue

Published on 2012-06-22 07:56:55

Beautiful swimwear photograph from 1952 Vogue. I wonder where this was taken? Source: Vogue.com via Heart of Gold & Luxury Related Posts Coco Chanel Mae West Psychedelic 1960s Pucci Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Magazines, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, fifties, swimwear, vintage, Vogue

Sean Connery & Brigitte Bardot flirting, 1970s

Published on 2012-06-22 07:48:57

Woah, look at the sexual chemistry here in these photos between Sean Connery and Brigitte Bardot. If getting a girl in a headlock isn’t flirting with her, I don’t know what is! Related Posts Marilyn Suzy Parker ( in Dior ) and Robin Tattersall at the Place de la Concorde, Paris 1956 1952 Fashion Filed [...]

Daily crave: 1940s vintage silk dress

Published on 2012-06-22 05:20:00

This beautiful navy silk vintage dress is a perfect case of 90s does 40s. With the right accessories and hair, this would make a great 1940s-style outfit. Wear it with a victory roll, red lipstick and some round-toed heels! Filed under: Vintage Daily Crave Tagged: 1940s, 1990s, fashion, outfit, silk, style, vintage

Win a Mad Men-style 1960s vintage dress

Published on 2012-06-22 04:28:45

This week we’ve got an amazing prize to give away to one lucky reader: this beautiful vintage 1960s dress – this is one prize that I would love to win myself! This prize was donated by Juno Says Hello, a London-based online boutique specializing in vintage cocktail dresses. A selection of stock is available on [...]

Evelyn Tripp 1951

Published on 2012-06-22 02:45:16

1950s model Evelyn Tripp wearing a tailored day dress with circle skirt and bow detailing in 1951 Related Posts Marilyn, the Forces Sweetheart Brigitte Bardot Polka dots on holiday, July 1956 Vogue Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Evelyn Tripp, fashion, fifties, Photo, vintage

Julie Ege on the bonnet of a Ford Cortina 2000 GT

Published on 2012-06-21 22:35:58

Norwegian actress and model Julie Ege sitting on the bonnet of a Ford Cortina 2000 GT in knee high boots and a crop top with bat-wing sleeves. Source Lost in the 70s Related Posts Pilar Crespi in a Krizia Bathing Suit on the Coral Sands of Trincomalee Monument Valley, Utah in Vogue, 1971 A fresh-faced [...]

Between two evils, I always pick the one I never tried before

Published on 2012-06-21 18:35:52

Mae West Filed under: Quotes, Vintage Tagged: May West, quotes, vintage

Vintage pin up girl on a slide

Published on 2012-06-21 15:35:40

Vintage pin up art of a girl on a slide flashing her suspenders by Gil Elvgren along with the original photo this was taken from. Related Posts The Epitome of Cool: Steve McQueen Jeannie Patchett in Vogue Audrey in Givenchy driving gear from How To Steal A Million, 1966 Filed under: Pin-up girls, Vintage Tagged: [...]

Sixties model Penelope Tree in a Russian-style outfit

Published on 2012-06-21 12:06:45

1960s supermodel Penelope Tree in a Russian-inspired outfit. Related Posts Jackie Kennedy Wedding Dress Veruschka in YSL for Vogue: Youthquake 1968 Vogue 1950 Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, model, Photo, sixties, vintage

Glamorous swimsuits from 1954

Published on 2012-06-21 07:33:34

Weren’t 1950s swimsuits just the best? So glam! Why on earth don’t we get swimwear like this now? Related Posts YSL by Helmut Newton Pat Cleveland, Paris, 1970s Mary Jane Russell Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, fifties, swimsuits, swimwear, vintage

Daily crave: 70s-style wooden-heeled sandals

Published on 2012-06-21 05:02:04

These wooden-heeled nude platform sandals give off a perfect 1970s vibe, especially with the jewel embellishment on the front. They would be great for those hot summer days with a strapless maxi dress and some long beads. Natural Madison by Caroline Cree Filed under: Vintage Daily Crave Tagged: 1970s, fashion, heels, platform, sandals, shoes, style, [...]

Wow, 1,500,000 visitors!

Published on 2012-06-21 03:52:20

I thought I would let Sammy Davis Jr’s feet do the talking for me today as I’m skipping for joy at We Heart Vintage crossing the 1.5 million views mark! Yay! Thanks everyone! Related Posts Norma Jean before she became Marilyn Cindy Crawford Audrey Hepburn and Cary Grant on the set of Charade Filed under: [...]

Look at my fat little fingers! Liz Taylor

Published on 2012-06-21 01:25:00

Elizabeth Taylor showing off the enormous Krupp diamond (all 33.19 carats of it) shortly after receiving it as a gift from Richard Burton. Delighted with the ring she reportedly said “Look at my fat little fingers now!” Related Posts Harper’s Bazaar, March, 1945 Liz Taylor on Location for Raintree County, Summer of 1956 Peggy Moffitt [...]

Elizabeth Taylor in Suddenly, Last Summer

Published on 2012-06-20 22:52:32

Elizabeth Taylor in a swimsuit on the beach from the movie Suddenly Last Summer Related Posts Vogue 1967 George Harrison and Patti Boyd, 1968 Jayne Mansfield Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: Cinema, Elizabeth Taylor, movie, Photo, swimsuit, vintage

Joan Crawford with devilish nails

Published on 2012-06-20 18:40:44

I love this photo, it’s got such atmosphere and style, and just look at that manicure! Related Posts Elizabeth Taylor Zooey Deschanel in Vintage Shareen Fashion for Vogue, Florence, 1964 Filed under: 1940s, Cinema, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, Beauty, Cinema, Joan Crawford, movies, Photo, vintage

A 1950s photo of Marilyn Monroe

Published on 2012-06-20 15:18:13

This photo of Marilyn has just a classic 50s vibe to it, from the outfit, to the pose and the setting! Related Posts Dovima with elephants by Richard Avedon, 1955 Intense! Steve McQueen & Jean Shrimpton, 1965 Pattie Boyd and Celia Hammond, 1965 Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fifties, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo

Jean Shrimpton by Lillian Bassman

Published on 2012-06-20 13:39:01

Model Jean Shrimpton photographed by Lillian Bassman, 1955 Source: Whats old is new again Related Posts LBD, 1958 1950s Wedding Dress Anne St Marie Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Models, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fifties, Jean Shrimpton, Lillian Bassman, model, Photo, photograph, vintage

“Everything glitters” fashion photo by FC Gundlach

Published on 2012-06-20 12:21:42

Futuristic 60s silver outfit: “Everything glitters” by photographer FC Gundlach. Model: Inger, outfit by V de V. Related Posts Anne Gunning in an Erik felt and velvet mandarin hat with veil 1950 1940s Bridal Gown in Rose-Beige Jean Shrimpton in Mary Quant Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, FC Gundlach, sixties, vintage

Bar du Soleil, July 1961 by Henry Clarke

Published on 2012-06-20 07:21:55

1960s fashion photo by Henry Clarke, isn’t that wide-brimed straw hat lovely? Bar du Soleil, July 1961 Related Posts Suzy Parker 1960s Fashion Photo by F.C. Gundlach Beautiful Marilyn Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, fifties, hat, Henry Clarke, Photo, vintage

Daily crave: vintage 1970s style belt

Published on 2012-06-20 05:07:39

1970s style vintage belt with striped cord tie and pretty flower design by Charles Jourdan. Perfect to give you that seventies vibe, wear it with a long flowing sundress and some big sunglasses. Filed under: Vintage Daily Crave Tagged: 1970s, accessories, belt, fashion, seventies, style, vintage

Paul Newman & Clint Eastwood

Published on 2012-06-20 02:28:19

A real 1970s photo of Paul Nemwman and Clint Eastwood buddying up, cool eh? Source: Awesome people hanging out together Related Posts Harry Ekman Pinup Wilhelmina Cooper, 1950s Muse Tony Curtis and Debbie Reynolds Filed under: 1970s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, Clint Eastwood, Paul Newman, Photo, seventies, vintage

Evelyn Tripp in Christian Dior, 1949

Published on 2012-06-19 22:59:12

Related Posts Marilyn and the bear: by John Vachon Anne St Marie Suzy Parker Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Jewellery, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, Evelyn Tripp, fan, fashion, gloves, retro, style, vintage

A fresh-faced Lauren Hutton from Mademoiselle, 1966

Published on 2012-06-19 18:55:25

A fresh-faced Lauren Hutton wearing a pretty lace dress with pink satin ribbon. From Mademoiselle Magazine, October 1966. Related Posts Bianca Jagger Elke Sommer and Paul Newman Twiggy 1960s Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, lace, Lauren Hutton, Mademoiselle, sixties, vintage

1960s photo of Audrey Hepburn with parasol

Published on 2012-06-19 15:29:08

Beautiful photo of Audrey Hepburn with beautiful sixties makeup and hairstyle with a yellow parasol over her shoulder. Related Posts Wallis Warfield Simpson Claire McCardell 1950 Cary Grant And Kim Novak At The Cannes Film Festival, 1959 Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Audrey Hepburn, Cinema, makeup, Photo, sixties, vintage

Anne Gunning wearing Lanvin, 1954

Published on 2012-06-19 12:52:50

1950s model Anne Gunning wearing a gown by Jeanne Lanvin, 1954 Related Posts Dovima David Bailey: Penelope Tree Audrey Hepburn Filed under: 1960s, Designers, Fashion, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Anne Gunning, fashion, fifties, hat, Jeanne Lanvin, Lanvin, Photo, vintage

70s supermodel Jerry Hall with big wild hair

Published on 2012-06-19 07:59:00

70s supermodel Jerry Hall with big wild hair wearing a fitted seventies shirt with lace collar and cuffs. Related Posts Anne Sothern 1945 Flower power body painting, 1960s Marilyn in the Woods with Bears Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, Jerry Hall, Photo, seventies, vintage

Daily crave: vintage ’80s Moschino Couture rainbow jacket

Published on 2012-06-19 05:02:56

Embrace your inner rainbow with this glorious vintage 1980s jacket by Moschino Couture, those ribbons are amazing! Filed under: Vintage Daily Crave Tagged: 1980s, fashion, Moschino, style, vintage

1950s model Bettina Graziani running down some steps

Published on 2012-06-19 02:21:38

Related Posts Debbie Harry: car crash photo shoot 1976 Late 1930s Elsa Schiaparelli dress and silver gloves 1950s Fashion Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Bettina Graziani, fashion, fifties, Photo, vintage

Margaux Hemingway by Francesco Scavullo, 1976

Published on 2012-06-18 23:39:09

Now that’s a sulky pout if I ever saw one! The beautiful (if cross-looking) Margaux Hemingway by Francesco Scavullo, 1976 Source: Super Seventies/ Related Posts Young Queen Elizabeth II in 1954 on her tour of the Commonwealth The Lady and her Butlers by Tom Palumbo Jean Patchett: Beauty Photograph Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Models, Vintage [...]

Liza Minnelli in the 1960s movie Charlie Bubbles

Published on 2012-06-18 20:32:21

A beautiful photo of Liza Minnelli from the 1968 movie “Charlie Bubbles”. Those big flower earrings are amazing! © 1968 Universal Related Posts Suzy Parker for 1950s Revlon ‘Love-Pat’ Advert Vintage Lookbook: 80s-style Naomi Campbell – studs, leather & lace Fashion photo with a pop art sky by FC Gundlach Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Jewellery, [...]

1950s dress design sketch by Madame Grés

Published on 2012-06-18 15:27:18

Beautiful 1950s dress design sketch by Madame Grés in a beautiful draped design with a flash of bright pink. Related Posts Marilyn Monroe Belted Chequed Dress, Photo by John French 1953: The Day Sweet Rationing Ended Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, design, drawing, fashion, Madame Gres, sketch, vintage

60s fashion photo by FC Gundlach in Lebanon 1963

Published on 2012-06-18 12:10:58

Related Posts Veiled Elizabeth Taylor in 1963 1951 – The Duchess of Windsor in Portofino 1950s Vogue Swimwear Chic Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, FC Gundlach, fur, headband, Lebanon, model, Photo, vintage

1930s circus girl with tiger cub

Published on 2012-06-18 07:08:42

Related Posts Lana Turner for The Prodigal, 1955 Grace Kelly by Blumenfeld 1960s Model Cheryl Tiegs Filed under: 1930s, Fashion, Real Life, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, circus, fashion, Photo, tiger, vintage

Daily crave: retro 1950s polka dot dress

Published on 2012-06-18 06:16:34

Your style is as sweet as your bakery confections when you’re manning your food truck in this darling dress! Its bold orange hue and sugar-white polka dots are the secret ingredient in what sets this halter dress apart from the rest. A lightly padded bodice and gently pleated skirt are the icing on the cake [...]

Modern Vintage: Lana Del Rey plays the fifties starlet for Vogue Japan

Published on 2012-06-18 03:25:30

Lana Del Rey looks every bit the 1950s starlet in these retro-inspired photos for Vogue Japan’s July 2012 issue. Photographer: Sean & Seng, styling: Johnny Blueeyes Source: MOJOme Filed under: Modern Tagged: 1950s, eyeliner, fashion, fifties, Lana Del Rey, makeup, photography, style, vintage, Vogue, Vogue Japan

1950s TWA Stewardesses

Published on 2012-06-18 02:05:52

1950s publicity photo of two TWA stewardesses in uniform. Related Posts Anyone for Tennis makes the top 10 Sporty-Chic Style Angelica Huston by Bob Richardson Julie Newmar Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Air Hostess, fashion, fifties, Photo, stewardess, TWA, vintage

1970s Cher paper doll

Published on 2012-06-17 21:43:50

1970s paper doll of Cher in her Sonny and Cher days, from a Swedish fashion magazine. Related Posts 1939 Pamela Minchin Swimsuit by Fortnum & Mason Veiled Elizabeth Taylor in 1963 Suzy Parker: The Siren Look Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Music, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, Cher, fashion, paper doll, seventies, style, vintage

Christian Dior dress, 1951

Published on 2012-06-17 18:55:29

Christian Dior dress with long white gloves, 1951. Photo by Karen Radkai. Source: THEY ROARED VINTAGE Related Posts Marilyn by Bert Stern Psychedelic 1960s Pucci Dress by Nina Ricci, Photo by John French Filed under: 1950s, Designers, Fashion, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Christian Dior, Dior, gloves, Jewellery, necklace, Photo, vintage

Marilyn in a swimsuit at the beach

Published on 2012-06-17 16:46:22

This is one of my favourite photos of Marilyn Monroe. Even through she’s obviously posing for photos in her swimsuit on the beach it seems really natural and carefree. Related Posts Wallet Worn: 1970s Swimwear Jean Shrimpton and Celia Hammond by John French Marilyn Relaxing Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, beach, celebrity, [...]

Ever wondered how 1920s girls got those cupid bow lips?

Published on 2012-06-17 12:03:20

1920s silent film actress Raquel Torres using a lip stencil to get perfect cupids bow lips. Related Posts Dress by Nina Ricci, Photo by John French Wilhelmina Cooper on the cover of Vogue 1961 London, 1960s Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, fashion, makeup, movie star, Photo, Raquel Torres, vintage

Princess Elizabeth in 1942 by Cecil Beaton

Published on 2012-06-17 07:00:08

A beautiful 1940s portrait of the young Princess Elizabeth by photographer Cecil Beaton. Related Posts Miss Universe Beauty Pageant Model 1951 Raquel Welsh: Stars & Stripes Monokini 1971 Filed under: 1940s, Fashion, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, Cecil Beaton, Photo, Princess Elizabeth, Queen, Queen Elizabeth, the Queen

Daily crave: black vintage 1960s clutch bag

Published on 2012-06-17 06:08:31

What a stylish 60s clutch! This black woven scalloped bag is vintage 1960s with clear plastic handles and zipper pull. Filed under: Vintage Daily Crave Tagged: 1960s, bag, fashion, sixties, style, vintage

Blogshare: tell me about it…

Published on 2012-06-17 04:58:54

I’m completely obsessed with fashion blogging (my blog / life balance isn’t too healthy right now) and I love discovering amazing new blogs out there. To share the love (and give us all a chance to discover some great new sites) I thought I’d try running a blogshare. If you’ve got a blog you’re really [...]

1950s jewellery editorial – rings galore!

Published on 2012-06-17 02:52:05

Related Posts Elke Sommer in knickers and chiffon 1960s Suzy Parker in Balenciaga, Vogue 1953 Cyd Charisse Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, fifties, Jewellery, Photo, rings

Modern Vintage: Selena Gomez, all grown up 1950s style

Published on 2012-06-17 01:27:22

Doesn’t Selena Gomez look great in this 1950s-styled photshoot? I love the styling! Source: ABQ Inspired Related Posts Charlie´s Angels, 1976 Vogue Cover, November 1959 Catherine Deneuve Filed under: Modern Tagged: 1950s, fashion, photoshoot, Selena Gomez, style, styling, vintage

Marilyn in a black fur coat

Published on 2012-06-16 12:37:41

Related Posts 1920s: Alice White Joanna Lumley Veil and Indian Shore Temple, Anne Gunning, 1956 Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Cinema, fur, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo

Audrey Hepburn in bunches on the set of Breakfast at Tiffany’s

Published on 2012-06-16 07:47:05

Audrey Hepburn pictured with the cast and crew on the New York set of Breakfast At Tiffany’s, 1961. Source: All About Audrey Related Posts Hepburn in Paris when it sizzles Rita Hayworth during the filming of Gilda Bebe Daniels Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Audrey Hepburn, Breakfast at Tiffanys, fashion, hairstyle, movie, Photo, [...]

Daily crave: 1980s vintage Escada cocktail shoes

Published on 2012-06-16 05:43:26

I can feel a bit icky about vintage shoes, but not these amazing 80s satin slingbacks from Escada. They’re in mint condition and would look just amazing with a bright red 80-style strapless cocktail dress. How that takes me back… Filed under: Vintage Daily Crave Tagged: 1980s, 80s, fashion, heels, shoes, slingbacks, style, vintage

Cole of California’s Female Animal swimsuit collection

Published on 2012-06-16 02:42:09

“Fur-printed cotton… cut and shirred to make you the choicest specimin in captivity. Zebra, leopard, tigress… which are you? Cole of California” These 1950s swimsuits are divine, i’m not so sure about the collars and leashes though… Source: Couture Allure Related Posts Marilyn Monroe’s scar, photo by Bert Stern Twiggy with Rabbit Nena Schlebrugge: Drinka [...]

Vintage Lookbook: Velma Dinkley

Published on 2012-06-15 15:54:08

I have a daily ritual (well weekdays anyway). Every day when I pick my six year old up from school, we grab snacks, flop in the sofa and watch Scooby Doo for half an hour. It occurred to me today that Velma has worn that same darn outfit since I was a teenager, so I [...]

Suzi Quatro in a leather jumpsuit

Published on 2012-06-15 12:25:01

The sensational Suzi Quatro in a zip-up leather catsuit, 1970s. Related Posts I dreamed I took the cue in my Maidenform bra Photo by David Bailey, 1968 Vintage Lookbook: 1950s Wedding Filed under: 1970s, Music, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, catsuit, jumpsuit, leather, music, Photo, seventies, Suzi Quatro

Un-used photos of Sue Murray for Vogue 1965

Published on 2012-06-15 07:19:31

1960s model Susan Murray photographed for Vogue, September 15th 1965. Source: Child of the Moon Related Posts Pin up girl riding a bike Jeannie Patchett 1950 Vogue October 1948 Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, model, Photo, sixties, Sue Murray, Susan Murray, vintage

Daily crave: 1970s gold clutch with black tassel & red velvet lining

Published on 2012-06-15 05:41:18

Amazing vintage 1970′s playful metal bag, adorned with lurex rope and tassel. What I like best about this is the gorgeous red velvet lining – yum! Filed under: Vintage Daily Crave Tagged: 1970s, fashion, handbag, seventies, style, vintage

Thank you Abercrombie & Fitch!

Published on 2012-06-15 05:29:24

I needed something to cheer me up this morning, and voila! Thanks to Abercrombie & Fitch’s latest ad campaign you can have a giggle and watch lots of semi-naked male models dancing round lip-syncing to Carly Rae’s Call Me Maybe? Trust me, it’s worth a look and it’ll certainly make you smile Filed under: Hunks [...]

Vogue July 1964: Playgirl Fashion

Published on 2012-06-15 02:15:21

Related Posts Vogue April 1969 Moyra Swan by David Bailey Audrey Hepburn in Givenchy Raquel Welch in Valentino for French Vogue in 1967 Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Magazines, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, hat, playgirl, sixties, vintage, Vogue

Ginger Rogers in a frilly dressing gown

Published on 2012-06-14 12:20:43

1936: Legendary American actress and dancer Ginger Rogers (1911 – 1995) wearing a filmy full-length dressing-gown with a ruched bodice. Related Posts 60s & 70s Nigerian Fashion Photography by JD ‘Okai’ Ojeikere Shirley Maclaine at a dress fitting for the 1959 Oscars Photograph by Louise Dahl-Wolfe Filed under: 1930s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Cinema, Ginger [...]

1928 fashion photographed by Steichen

Published on 2012-06-14 07:12:04

1920s fashion photographed by Edward Steichen for Conde Naste Related Posts Jean Patchett: Beauty Photograph Goldie Hawn 1968 Natalie Portman in a vintage 1954 Christian Dior gown at the 2012 Oscars Filed under: 1920s, Fashion, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1920, Edward Steichen, fashion, hats, Photo, twenties, vintage

Daily crave: silk leopard print vintage scarf

Published on 2012-06-14 05:33:40

This vintage Bill Blass silk scarf with its gorgeous leopard print and bright yellow colour pop would add a vintage flavour to pretty much any outfit – love it! I think I’d go for a sweater-girl look in skinny jeans, a tight yellow Tee and some leopard-print wedges… What would you wear it with? Filed [...]

Modern Vintage: Karlie Kloss embraces the 1920s revival

Published on 2012-06-14 04:03:28

Grace Kelly: beauty and the beach

Published on 2012-06-14 02:58:01

I think this is my favourite photo of Grace Kelly – how can someone look so effortlessly glamorous on the beach..? Related Posts Ida Lupino 1936 Anne St Marie by Tom Palumbo 1961, By the good ship Oriana Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: beach, bikini, Cinema, fashion, fifties, Grace Kelly, Photo, vintage

Lynda Carter as Wonder Woman

Published on 2012-06-14 02:10:24

Related Posts Lucille Ball Vogue 1958 – dress by Dan Keller Tiffany & Co Jewellery, Harper’s Bazaar 1941 Filed under: 1970s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, Lynda Carter, Photo, seventies, superheroes, TV, vintage, Wonder Woman, wonderwoman

Silent movie star, the beautiful Maude Fealy

Published on 2012-06-13 15:51:02

Related Posts Marianne Faithfull in Fur Wallis Simpson, 1966 Elke Sommer in a White Dress Filed under: 1900s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Beauty, Cinema, Maude Fealy, Photo, silent movies, vintage

Vintage Lookbook: Dressing Doris Day

Published on 2012-06-13 15:35:35

Clockwise from top: Nude Collar Detail Skater Dress, Black lace thong with black bow detail at front, the beautiful vintage 1960s black wave clutch bag by Wanted Vintage, Katy Perry ‘Oh Honey’ False Lashes all from Miss Selfridge UK. Filed under: Vintage, Vintage Lookbook Tagged: 1950s, Doris Day, fashion, look book, lookbook, outfit, style, vintage

1950s girls on a blowy day at the fairground

Published on 2012-06-13 12:42:38

Related Posts Anita Pallenberg Vogue January 1950 1964, Celia Hammond models a spotted tulle headdress by YSL Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fairground, fifties, Photo, vintage

Angelica Huston by Bob Richardson for 1971 Vogue

Published on 2012-06-13 07:38:40

Related Posts Celia Hammond 1976 by Terence Donnovan Marilyn at Home, Hollywood, 1953 Jean Patchett – Enka Rayon Ad 1950 Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Models, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, Angelica Huston, Bob Richardson, fashion, seventies, smoking, vintage, Vogue

RIP Ann Rutherford

Published on 2012-06-13 06:41:44

Sad news today that Ann Rutherford, who played Scarlett O’Hara’s sister in Gone With the Wind, has died aged 94. Related Posts Fabulous 1950s hat Mouche, Vogue May 1972 Audrey Hepburn and Cary Grant on the set of Charade Filed under: 1940s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: Ann Rutherford, bikini, Cinema, dead, dies, Gone with the wind, [...]

Modern Vintage: Katy Perry lets her inner flapper out to play

Published on 2012-06-13 05:32:19

Katy Perry looked fab at the Spirit of Life awards in LA last night in this 1920s-inspired outfit. I love the beaded headband, makeup and pearls. Personally though I would have chosen a shorter beaded flapper dress… I’m not sure beige satin in really anybody’s best friend (holds her breath and waits for the backlash). [...]

One problem with people who have no vices is that they’re pretty sure to have some annoying virtues.

Published on 2012-06-13 03:57:34

Elizabeth Taylor Filed under: Quotes Tagged: Elizabeth Taylor, Liz Taylor, quotations, quotes, vintage

Girls in 1930s fashion

Published on 2012-06-13 02:37:10

Related Posts Vintage Lookbook: 1960s Mod 1966 – Model, Veruschka, wearing white mink tennis dress 1940s dress design by Madame Grès Filed under: 1930s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, fashion, Photo, vintage

1920s movie star Lillian Gish looking Shakespearean

Published on 2012-06-12 15:24:40

Related Posts 1930s fashion 1924 LIFE Magazine Bright maxi dress, 1968 Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Cinema, Lillian Gish, movie, movie star, shakespeare, silver screen, vintage

Vintage Lookbook: Wallis Simpson

Published on 2012-06-12 13:16:05

I saw this red dress and the shape and cut of it really reminded me of outfits worn by the Duchess of Winsor (or that woman as my mum calls her) in the 1940s. It’s actually a vintage 80s dress, but fashion is cyclical and if you dress it up with the right accessories and [...]

1960s Michael Caine, cool in a one armed embrace

Published on 2012-06-12 12:14:03

Wasn’t Michael Caine just the coolest guy in the 60s? Anyone know who the mystery woman is? Related Posts June 1960 Jane Oleinikoff, 1969 Trompe L’oeil Dresses by Hermes Paris, 1952 Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, icon, Michael Caine, Photo, sixties, vintage

Pin up girl: Joan’s a whiz at the checker board…

Published on 2012-06-12 07:07:44

Joan’s a whiz at the checker board, no move she makes can be ignored… Pin-up girl with bubbles by Ted Withers Related Posts Vintage Lookbook: 70s orange kaftan The Lady and her Butlers by Tom Palumbo Steve McQueen & Jean Shrimpton on a motorbike Filed under: Pin-up girls, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, illustration, pin up girl, [...]

Marilyn, looking tired and a little forlorn

Published on 2012-06-12 02:06:17

Related Posts Celia Hammond From 1948 Vogue Dovima in Vogue 1950 Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, vintage

Vintage lookbook: 1970s Blondie

Published on 2012-06-11 20:48:03

Clockwise from centre: Sleeveless body with lace insert panels and Privilege black cross over gold chain detailing both by Miss Selfridge, Rachel Red Wide Stripe Knicker Shorts and Felisha Studded Button Cuff from Boohoo Filed under: Vintage, Vintage Lookbook Tagged: 1970s, Blondie, chains, Debbie Harry, fashion, lace, look book, lookbook, seventies, style, vintage

Carole Lombard

Published on 2012-06-11 15:43:17

Publicity photograph of 30s movie star Carole Lombard, from a supplement of the Philadelphia Record, Sunday August 18th, 1936 (I think!) Related Posts 1970s Playboy 1956 advert for Modess, featuring Suzy Parker Richard Avedon: Carmen in Cardin, 1957 Filed under: 1930s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Carole Lombard, Cinema, makeup, movies, Photo, vintage

Vintage Lookbook: Get that 1950s silhouette

Published on 2012-06-11 13:45:24

You don’t need to wear vintage 50s clothes to get a classic 50s silhouette, lots of vintage 80s clothes copied the styles of the 1950s including the nipped in waists- choose your pieces carefully and mix and match vintage with high street retro-inspired designs and you’ll look fantastic. Clockwise from top left: 80′s vintage velvet [...]

The very lovely Brigitte Bardot

Published on 2012-06-11 12:27:20

Related Posts Mary Sykes, Puerto Rico, 1938 by Louise Dahl-Wolfe Pattie Boyd Suzy Parker in a lemon lace dress, 1953 Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Beauty, Brigitte Bardot, naked, Photo, vintage

Hubert de Givenchy & Audrey Hepburn strolling along the banks of the Seine

Published on 2012-06-11 07:44:58

Hubert de Givenchy and Audrey Hepburn taking a walk along the banks of the Seine in Paris 1960s with a misty Eiffel Tower in the background. Related Posts 1960s Fashion Photo by F.C. Gundlach Tom Palumbo 1950s Anjelica Huston and Wallis Franken, Vogue, 1971 Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Audrey Hepburn, Givenchy, [...]

Brigitte Bardot with dark hair in the sixties

Published on 2012-06-11 03:40:38

I’m not sure whether this is a wig or whether she dyed her hair dark, but I’ve never seen Brigitte Bardot as a brunette – what do you think? Was she more beautiful as a blonde..? Related Posts Anne St. Marie Maudie James, 1967 by David Bailey Pat Goddard by John French. London, England, 1950s [...]

I’d be covering my eyes too faced with this 70s mankini

Published on 2012-06-11 02:08:21

Words escape me. Except perhaps to say thank you to Lost in the Seventies for posting this picture Related Posts Marilyn 1955 Hoisting the Elephant Hedy Lamarr Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, 70s, fashion, seventies, swimwear, trunks

Samantha Jones in green & pink feathers by Avedon, Vogue 1967

Published on 2012-06-10 15:44:24

Model Samantha Jones photographed by Richard Avedon for Vogue 1967 Related Posts Elizabeth Taylor in 1960s Costume design for Zsa Zsa Gabor in ‘3 Ring Circus’, 1954 Sunny Harnett by Tom Palumbo Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Models, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, Photo, Richard Avedon, samantha jones, vintage

Vintage Lookbook: Rita Hayworth

Published on 2012-06-10 12:54:17

Growing up watching 40s movies I always thought Rita Hayworth was impossibly glamorous and the most beautiful woman in Hollywood! When I saw this vintage dress it just reminded me of her – especially with that long slit, I can just imagine her dancing in it! Clockwise from top left: Alexa dress: striking classic black [...]

Sophia Loren grinning on a rope swing in Dior

Published on 2012-06-10 12:47:22

A carefree Sophia Loren swing on a rope swing in her gardens. Photo by Lord Snowdon, gown by Dior. UK Vogue March 1971. Source: The 70′s Fashion Found Archive Related Posts Ziegfeld Follies Girl on the cover of Theatre Magazine, 1925 White hat with bow, photo John French. London, UK, 1960s The Egyptian Swimsuit Collection [...]

Marissa Berenson, a striking 60s silhouette

Published on 2012-06-10 07:05:27

1960s model Marissa Berenson Related Posts Vogue 1960 Suzy Parker for 1950s Revlon ‘Love-Pat’ Advert Marilyn sitting in a tree Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Models, Vintage Tagged: 60s, fashion, Marissa Berenson, model, sixties, vintage

1940s, giving a leg-up for love!

Published on 2012-06-10 02:43:59

Isn’t this just the most lovely photo? Related Posts Twiggy 1960s 60′s Emilio Pucci Helen Bunney, photo John French. London, UK, 1957 Filed under: 1940s, Real Life, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, kiss, navy, Photo, soldiers, sweetheart, war

1950s model Evelyn Trip with a giant flower

Published on 2012-06-10 02:39:37

1950s model Evelyn Tripp wearing Charles James, New York in 1951 photographed by Horst P Horst Related Posts Christmas Presents, December 1953 Audrey Hepburn Vintage Lookbook: Flower Power Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Jewellery, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Charles James, Evelyn Tripp, fashion, fifties, Horst P. Horst, Jewellery

Vintage lookbook: 1960s mod-style stripes

Published on 2012-06-09 15:36:44

Slap on the eyeliner, slick down your hair and get a great sixties vibe with wide stripes and bold makeup. Clockwise from top: Black and white stripe muscle back detail midi dress, Katy Perry ‘Oh My’ Lashes, Black and cream colourblocked slouchy shoulder bag with gold coloured dogclips all from Miss Selfridge Filed under: Vintage [...]

60s fashion in front of the pyramids

Published on 2012-06-09 15:34:59

1960s fashion photo by photographer FC Gundlach in front of the Cheops pyramids in Egypt. Models are Karin Mossberg and Micky Zenati, 1966 Related Posts Julie Andrews in makeup, 1960s Elizabeth Taylor, 1954 Veronica Lake in army uniform Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: fashion, FC Gundlach, hats, Karin Mossberg, Micky Zenati, Photo, pyramids, vintage

1920s bathing beauty Lila Lee in her swimsuit

Published on 2012-06-09 12:15:04

1920s movie star Lila Lee posing on a beach with a parasol and fabulous swimwear. Related Posts Ann Gunning by John French 1960s Giant Flower Dress Marilyn Filed under: 1920s, Fashion, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, fashion, Parasol, Photo, swimsuit, swimwear, vintage

Princess Margaret arriving at a film premiere, 1950s

Published on 2012-06-09 07:04:43

Princess Margaret arriving for the premiere of the film “Helen of Troy” in Leicester Square January 26th 1956 Related Posts Raquel Welsh: Stars & Stripes Monokini 1971 Brigitte Bardot At The Cannes Film Festival, 1953 Vivien Leigh by John Rawlings, 1937 Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, fifties, fur, gloves, Jewellery, Princess [...]

Marilyn Monroe jumping! 1959

Published on 2012-06-09 02:22:34

This photo of Marilyn Monroe is from the series of Jumpology photos taken by photographer Philippe Halsman in the 1950s. Related Posts Audrey Hepburn ‘Nip Up’, Lisa Fonssagrives by Fernand Fonssagrives, 1935 Kate Moss Covers The Face, Age 15 Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Fashion, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fifties, jumping, Jumpology, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Philippe [...]

Vintage Lookbook: 80s-style Naomi Campbell – studs, leather & lace

Published on 2012-06-08 13:57:58

I know this is a really recent photo of Naomi Campbell (From the March 2012 issue of Harper’s Bazaar) but it really reminded me of those gorgeous black and white photos of her from the late 80s and early 90s, hence an 80s studded leather and lace look… While we’re on the subject how has [...]

60s fashion photo complete with sombrero

Published on 2012-06-08 12:37:50

Model wears azure blue trousers and shirt, with a wide brimmed hat in front of some Aztek (I think) statues Related Posts Jane Birkin by David Bailey, 1969 Revlon Advert 1963 1930s Fashions Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, hat, Photo, retro, sixties, vintage

1930s movie star Carole Lombard surrounded by glowing balloons

Published on 2012-06-08 12:07:32

I love the composition of this photo, I can’t tell whether the balloons are falling or suspended on tiny threads, but I adore the way they glow around Carole Lombard Related Posts 1960s Mens Casual and Business Mary Quant Crop Top and Trousers Anyone for tennis? 1950s style… Filed under: 1930s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, [...]

Win a vintage-style hair and makeup session

Published on 2012-06-08 09:59:50

This week’s competition prize is a vintage-style hair and makeup session with the fabulous Sabrina Lily. Sabrina is a London based hair and make-up artist, who is currently working on a West End Musical and freelancing for TV, Editorial and Bridal projects.

David Bowie and Iman, wrong on so many levels…

Published on 2012-06-08 07:26:46

You can stop sucking your tummy in David Bowie, nobody’s looking at it believe me. No matter how famous you are, or how gorgeous your supermodel wife Iman is, there really is no excuse for wearing swimming trunks like these. Sorry. And I’m not even going to mention the Officer and a Gentleman inspired hat [...]

Sean Connery smiling, early 1960s

Published on 2012-06-08 03:11:28

Related Posts Marilyn Monroe & Arthur Miller Helmut Newton & Marie Helvin, Cap D’Antibes, 1971 The Egyptian Swimsuit Collection by Cole, 1956 Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Hunks & Hotties, Vintage Tagged: bare chested, James Bond, Photo, Sean Connery, topless, vintage

Evelyn Tripp on the cover of June 1954 Vogue

Published on 2012-06-08 02:25:25

50s model Evelyn Tripp in beachwear on cover of June 1954 Vogue Related Posts Anne St Marie Photo by Erwin Blumenfeld, May 1953 Wallis Warfield Simpson Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Magazines, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Cover, Evelyn Tripp, gloves, Harpers Bazaar, hat, model, swimwear, unbrella, vintage, Vogue

A bare chested Paul Newman, 1960s

Published on 2012-06-07 17:35:05

And why not? Related Posts Marilyn on a balcony Marisa Berenson in Seashell Headdress Tania Mallet in a Madame Paulette stiffened net picture hat, photo John French Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Swoon, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, bare chest, naked, Paul Newman, Photo, sixties, vintage

Elizabeth Taylor in Cleopatra

Published on 2012-06-07 15:43:24

Liz Taylor in the beautiful yellow gown with headdress and gold jewellery from the movie Cleopatra Related Posts Dress by Nina Ricci, Photo by John French Horrockses cotton poplin dress, photo John French Hat, Fur and Pearls Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Cleopatra, crown, Elizabeth Taylor, gold, movie, yellow

60s model Maudie James with big eyelashes & feathered hair

Published on 2012-06-07 12:44:28

Beauty photo of 60s model Maudie James with short feathered haircut and big eyelashes Related Posts 1920s Fashion Ann Gunning by John French Ian Fleming and Sean Connery on set Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Eyelashes, fashion, haircut, Maudie James, vintage

70s fashion photo of Francoise Rubartelli by FC Gundlach

Published on 2012-06-07 07:39:20

1970s fashion photo of model Francoise Rubartelli on a beach by FC Gundlach Related Posts Ginger Rogers Vintage Pin up Photo by Ronny Jacques, 1950’s 1961, By the good ship Oriana Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Models, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: fashion, FC Gundlach, Francoise Rubartelli, Photo, photographer, vintage

Veruschka – a rainbow of colour, Vogue 1965

Published on 2012-06-07 02:34:47

1960s model Veruschka wearing a riot of colour photographed by Gordon Parks, Vogue 1965 Related Posts 1970s Stewardess Chic Pierre Cardin 1965 Building Site Chic Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Magazines, Models, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, Gordon Parks, Photo, Veruschka, vintage, Vogue

Sean Connery in a ripped wetsuit in 1960

Published on 2012-06-07 02:23:47

1960s photo of Sean Connery posing for the cover of LIFE magazine in a publicity photo for the James Bond movie Thunderball Related Posts Cyd Charisse Sue Murray Vogue 1965 The very perky Bettie Page Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Magazines, Swoon, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Cinema, James Bond, Life, LIFE Magazine, movies, Sean Connery, sixties, Thunderball

Audrey Hepburn and Fred Astaire messing around

Published on 2012-06-06 15:27:22

What a great photo, Audrey Hepburn and Fred Astaire messing about posing with pretend moustaches! Source: Awesome People Hanging Out Together Related Posts Diana Dors Photograph by Henry Clarke Maudie James Vogue 1970 Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Audrey Hepburn, Cinema, Fred Astaire, movies, vintage

Loulou de la Falaise by Avedon for Vogue, 1970

Published on 2012-06-06 12:21:02

Loulou de la Falaise, photographed by Richard Avedon for Vogue, 1970. Source: What’s old is new again Related Posts The Epitome of Cool: Steve McQueen Who is showing what? Skirt length in 1970 Dovima Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, hat, Loulou de la Falaise, magazine, Photo, Richard Avedon, vintage, Vogue

1960s Stewardesses (and a matador?) on the wing of a plane

Published on 2012-06-06 08:05:04

1960s publicity photo for PSA air stewardesses posing on the wing of a plane. Well

A sultry Joan Collins in a corset, 1976

Published on 2012-06-06 07:12:16

Source: The 70′s Fashion Found Archive Related Posts Anne St Marie by Tom Palumbo Carmen Dell’Orefice Claire McCardell 1950 Filed under: 1970s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, Joan Collins, Photo, vintage, Young

Queen Elizabeth on her 1954 tour of Australia

Published on 2012-06-06 05:34:52

A young Queen Elizabeth wearing a white lace gown with hat and gloves in Australia on her 1950s Commonwealth tour Related Posts Marilyn in the Woods with Bears Flower power body painting, 1960s White Brocade Dress, Photographed by John Rawlings 1952 Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, commonwealth tour, fifties, gloves, lace, Queen Elizabeth [...]

Suzy Parker on the cover of 1950s Harpers Bazaar

Published on 2012-06-06 02:04:50

Source: Supermodelicons Related Posts Fur, pearls and diamonds, 1940 Belted Chequed Dress, Photo by John French Marilyn Getting Ready Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Magazines, Models, Vintage

70s fashion photo in front of a Hockney painting

Published on 2012-06-05 15:37:00

1970s Mini dress by Daniel Hechter photographed in front of David Hockney painting. Photographer: FC Gundlach Related Posts Peggy Moffit and Some Epic Eyeliner Catherine Denueve before a press conference Marilyn by Bert Stern Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, daniel hechter, david hockney, fashion, FC Gundlach, Painting, Photo, vintage

Anne St Marie: Your Attention Please, photo by Tom Palumbo

Published on 2012-06-05 15:13:19

Your Attention Please

Vintage Lookbook: The 80s Cindy-style

Published on 2012-06-05 15:04:53

Clockwise from top left: Zebra Ankle Grazer, Zebra Nail Wraps, Pride Black Beaded High Sandal, Petites Black V Mesh Body all by Miss Selfridge Filed under: Fashion, Vintage, Vintage Lookbook Tagged: 1980s, 80s, cindy crawford, eighties, fashion, look book, lookbook, style, vintage

A young Elizabeth Taylor with puppy

Published on 2012-06-05 12:00:47

Related Posts Joanna Lumley 1920s Movie Stars: Lilyan Tashman Penelope Tree Filed under: 1940s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, Cinema, Elizabeth Taylor, movies, vintage, Young

Simone D’Aillencourt for Emilio Pucci, 1967

Published on 2012-06-05 07:40:53

Simone D’Aillencourt for Emilio Pucci, 1967 Related Posts Photo by Lillian Bassman, 1950s Trafalgar Square /Wenda Rogerson and B. Goalen, Vogue 1949 Marilyn Monroe at Niagara Falls, 1952 Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Emilio Pucci, fashion, photos, Pucci, Simone D'Aillencourt

Young Queen Elizabeth holding baby Prince Andrew (1960)

Published on 2012-06-05 05:16:44

Queen Elizabeth II with baby Prince Andrew in 1960 © V&A images Related Posts My Name is Barbara Joanna Lumley by Terence Donovan, 1966 Jean Shrimpton in Mary Quant Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, baby, Photo, prince Andrew, Queen Elizabeth II, sixties, the Queen, vintage

Elke Sommer in knickers and chiffon 1960s

Published on 2012-06-05 02:29:04

The beautiful Elke Sommer swathed in yellow chiffon and very little else Related Posts The Beautiful Suzy Parker Ziegfeld Follies Girl on the cover of Theatre Magazine, 1925 Peggy Lipton Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Elke Sommer, movies, naked, Photo, sixties

Veruschka in a Toucan-print maxi dress by Francesco Scavullo, 1972

Published on 2012-06-04 16:11:15

Veruschka in a Toucan-print maxi dress and wide three-colour belt by Francesco Scavullo, 1972 Source: The 70′s Fashion Found Archive Related Posts By John Rawlings Cheryl Tiegs in 1968 Glamour Wilhelmina Cooper Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, francesco scavullo, maxi, maxi dress, Veruschka, vintage

Elizabeth Taylor in 1960s

Published on 2012-06-04 12:46:26

Related Posts Ann Gunning, Vogue 1952 Pin up girl with orange umbrella David Bailey for Vogue 1972 Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Elizabeth Taylor, Liza Taylor, Photo, sixties, vintage

1952 advert for Wamsutta Lustersheen fabric

Published on 2012-06-04 12:40:26

I love 1950s adverts, they’re just so stylish and elegant! I wonder whether it’s all down to the tiny waists and wearing gloves with everything…? (I can manage one out of those easily) Related Posts Ziegfield Follies by Alfred Cheney Johnston, 1934 1940s Swimsuit, Photographed by John Rawlings Susan Abraham in Brilkie spotted evening dress [...]

Fashion photo with a pop art sky by FC Gundlach

Published on 2012-06-04 07:56:45

Related Posts Twiggy Benedetta Barzini with lace eyelids Vivien Leigh by John Rawlings, 1937 Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, FC Gundlach, Photo, pop art, sixties, vintage

Dreamy photo of a young Princess Elizabeth in 1945

Published on 2012-06-04 05:11:51

A dreamy 1940s photo portrait of young Princess Elizabeth at Buckingham Palace in March 1945 © V&A images Related Posts Pattie Boyd, photo John French, 1960s Deborah Kerr in ‘The King and I’, 1956 Sunny Harnett, January 1952 Filed under: 1940s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, Photo, Queen Elizabeth II, the Queen, vintage

Polka dots on holiday, July 1956 Vogue

Published on 2012-06-04 02:30:52

Related Posts Sophia Loren jumping, 1959 Twiggy in the Boyfriend Lucinda Hollingsworth, Vogue 1958 Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Magazines, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, magazine, vintage, Vogue

From the 1967 Autumn / Winter Givenchy collection

Published on 2012-06-03 15:32:34

Model is wearing a yellow outfit with orange cuffs by Givenchy Autumn / Winter 1967, from Revue Magazine. Love the 1960s stacked bagel hairstyle! Related Posts Lillian Bassman Fabulous 1950s hat Anne Gunning by Norman Parkinson for Vogue 1956 Filed under: 1960s, Designers, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, Givenchy, retro, Revue, Revue Magazine, sixties, [...]

Veruschka by Henry Clarke, Vogue 1965

Published on 2012-06-03 12:42:21

Related Posts Mary Jane Russell Nicole de la Marge in an Otto Lucas jersey scarf over an ocelot hat Emilio Pucci 1966 Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Models, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, Henry Clarke, Veruschka, vintage, Vogue

Cary Grant & Amelia Earhart

Published on 2012-06-03 07:47:54

Circa 1933: A young Cary Grant, born Archibald Leach, with American aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart (1898 – 1937), the first woman to single-handedly fly the Atlantic. Source: Photo by John Kobal Foundation/Getty Images Related Posts 1920s Fashion Marianne Faithfull, The Salisbury Pub, London (1964) Jean Shrimpton & Lambretta 1967 Filed under: 1930s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: [...]

Queen Elizabeth II on her commonwealth tour in 1954

Published on 2012-06-03 05:01:33

A beautiful 1950s photo of the young Queen in green gown, white gloves and hat and pearls. Related Posts Veil and Indian Shore Temple, Anne Gunning, 1956 Marilyn in a White Swimsuit Vogue August 1943, photographed by John Rawlings Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fifties, gloves, hat, necklace, pearls, Queen Elizabeth, Queen [...]

Steve McQueen & Jean Shrimpton on a motorbike

Published on 2012-06-03 02:43:39

Steve McQueen & Jean Shrimpton on a motorbike photographed by Richard Avedon for Harpers Bazaar 1965 Source: What’s old is new again Related Posts Oahu, Hawaii, 1972 1960s Black Sleevless Dress 1939 Vogue Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Fashion, Magazines, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, fashion, Harpers Bazaar, Jean Shrimpton, Photo, Richard Avedon, STeve McQueen, sunglasses, vintage

Beautiful 1960s photo of model wearing a sheer yellow maxi dress

Published on 2012-06-02 15:26:40

A beautiful 1960s fashion photo of a model wearing a 1960s sheer yellow maxi dress with white collar and belt in a monastary. Related Posts Vintage Lookbook: The Great Gatsby Audrey wearing Paco Rabanne in a still from Two For The Road, 1967 Sue Murray: big sunglasses even bigger belt, 1960s Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, [...]

Cher for Vogue Magazine, December 1974

Published on 2012-06-02 12:41:00

Source: The 70′s Fashion Found Archive Related Posts Young Clint Eastwood Vogue Cover June 1934 Capucine by Georges Dambier for Elle Magazine 1953 Filed under: 1970s, Jewellery, Magazines, Music, Vintage Tagged: 1970s. magazine, Cher, Photo, seventies, vintage, Vogue

Suzy Parker: The Siren Look

Published on 2012-06-02 07:37:28

Suzy Parker covers LIFE Magazine September 1952. Related Posts Designed by Helen Rose for Grace Kelly in High Society, 1956 Vintage lookbook: Audrey Hepburn’s all black 1950s look Anne Gunning in 1950s red Dior Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Jewellery, Magazines, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Cover, gloves, Jewellery, Life, LIFE Magazine, magazine, Suzy Parker

Young Queen Elizabeth II in 1954 on her tour of the Commonwealth

Published on 2012-06-02 05:59:07

The young Queen Elizabeth went on a tour of the commonwealth after her coronation in 1953 and 1954. Related Posts Jean Shrimpton by John French Richard Nixon, 1955 1960s Cars and Girls Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, commonwealth, coronation, fifties, hat, jubilee, Queen Elizabeth, Queen Elizabeth II, Young

Myrna Loy

Published on 2012-06-02 02:15:17

A beautiful photo of movie star Myrna Loy wearing an elaborate 1930s beaded headdress with her hair styled in lots of kiss curls Related Posts 1951 – The Duchess of Windsor in Portofino Playboy Cover 1971 The Vamp Suit from Mademoiselle – 1970 Filed under: 1930s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Cinema, movies, Myrna Loy, silver [...]

Sketch of Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation gown 1952

Published on 2012-06-01 18:21:31

Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation gown was designed by Norman Hartnell who provided nine design proposals from which this gown was chosen. The gown had short sleeves and a heart-shaped neckline with a full skirt and slight train and was embroidered with seed pearls, crystals and silk, gold and silver threads in designs representing every country [...]

1950s advert for Jantzen’s ‘all nylon’ dreamliner swimsuit

Published on 2012-06-01 15:20:15

1952 advert for the Jantzen ‘dreamliner’ swimsuit: Jantzen ‘dreamliner’ smooths and slims and curves in the proper places via figure-making, fast-drying, all-nylon taffeta with laton… shirring is strategic as well as wonderful-looking… colors from heaven 18.95 Related Posts Elizabeth Taylor And Mike Todd At The Cannes Film Festival, 1957 Twiggy with Pigtails Jean Shrimpton [...]

Marilyn Monroe meets Queen Elizabeth II, 1950s

Published on 2012-06-01 14:27:30

With the Jubilee weekend upon us, it’s really time to have some photos of Queen Elizabeth in the 1950s. It’s strange, but I’d never really thought about the Queen being a young woman until recently, but when you look back at the coronation and other photos around this time she was absolutely beautiful! This is [...]

Audrey on the set of War And Peace, 1955

Published on 2012-06-01 12:35:46

Audrey Hepburn in a fur hat on the Italian set of War And Peace, 1955. Source: All about Audrey Related Posts Marilyn, the Forces Sweetheart Ginger Rogers, 1936 by Horst P Horst Vogue 1960 Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Audrey Hepburn, Cinema, fur, hat, movies, vintage, war and peace

Flower power body painting, 1960s

Published on 2012-06-01 07:32:57

Model wearing a baby blue mini dress and matching headscarf with flowers painted on her arms and legs Related Posts Vintage Lookbook: Styling Jean Shrimpton 1935 Vogue cover by Cecil Beaton Henry Clarke, 1967, Udaipur, India Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, aztec, body paint, fashion, flower power, sixties, vintage

Vintage Lookbook: Go Dotty

Published on 2012-06-01 06:49:05

Spots and polka dots are everywhere at the moment, so grab yourself some spotted Mod-style leggings and polka-dot accessories and go dotty! (sorry) Clockwise from top left: Tara Polka Dot Wide Headband by Boohoo, Navy Spot Chiffon Thongby Miss Selfridge, Rhia Polka Dot Leggings by Boohoo, Glitter Pink Footwear Ballet Flats Women On Yoox.com by [...]

Friday news: 2 competition winners and an award!

Published on 2012-06-01 06:21:44

I’m so excited to announce that thanks to all your votes We Heart Vintage won the Little Blog Award for May 2012! I’m thrilled! If you want to enter your own blog into the awards for June you can do that here (post a link here too so we can see your blog) I’ve also [...]

Win Handmade Pink Applique Bunting

Published on 2012-06-01 03:46:31

This week’s prize has been donated by The Lollipop Tree, who specialise in “boutique chic at sweet prices” and stock beautiful vintage-inspired homewares, jewellery, accessories and toys. The Prize: Pink linen bunting, handmade by Evangelina Designs in North Yorkshire. This beautiful linen bunting adds the finishing touches to either a bedroom, outdoor space or to [...]

Sophia Loren jumping, 1959

Published on 2012-06-01 02:29:44

From the Jumpology series of photos by Philippe Halsman vintage everyday Related Posts Cardin Hat Over Paris, Queen Magazine, 1960, by Norman Parkinson 1960s White Hat by John French Alfred Cheney Johnston photo of Grace Moore Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Cinema, Jumpology, movies, Philippe Halsman, Photo, Sophia Loren, vintage

Twiggy in blue with union jack watch, 1967

Published on 2012-05-31 17:43:58

1960s supermodel Twiggy photographed by Bert Stern in 1967 Related Posts Lauren Hutton by Arthur Elgort 1950s Dior in Paris 1940: Simpson in a white wool skirt suit with red embroidery Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Models, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Bert Stern, fashion, Photo, sixties, supermodel, Twiggy, vintage

Marie Helvin by Bailey for 1976 Vogue

Published on 2012-05-31 12:27:36

May 1976 David Bailey shoots his favourite muse, Marie Helvin, in Morocco for Vogue Related Posts Ginger Rogers holding a movie camera Benedetta Barzini 1967 Lucien Lelong, Bijoux Boucheron, 1937, Horst P Horst Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Jewellery, Models, Photographers, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, bikini, Cover, David Bailey, fashion, Marie Helvin, Photo, Vogue

Fred & Ginger dancing

Published on 2012-05-31 07:24:58

Anyone know which movie this is from? Related Posts Vogue 1955: Couture Ballet Lauren Bacall 1945 Vogue Cover July 1960 Filed under: 1930s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, dancing, Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers, movie, silver screen, vintage

Marilyn

Published on 2012-05-31 02:22:50

Related Posts Lauren Bacall In How to Marry A Millionaire 1953 Accessories Vogue 1959 Twins with Elephants, 1947 by Louise Dahl-Wolfe Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Cinema, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, vintage

1960s Air Bahama Stewardesses, what a uniform!

Published on 2012-05-31 01:40:07

The sixties were truly a wonderful time, I can’t see any air stewardesses wearing uniforms like these today! No starchy suit forAir Bahama girls, shorts, crop top, peep-toe boots and a floppy hat – fantastic! Related Posts Anne Sothern 1945 Wedding dress for the Cotton Board 1953, photo John French Wilhelmina Cooper wearing Jacques Heim [...]

Anne Gunning in 1950s red Dior

Published on 2012-05-30 16:57:48

1950s model Anne Gunning in red Dior with black gloves and clutch for L’Officiel Magazine, 1953 Related Posts 1950s Lingerie Advert bra-o-matic by Exquisite Form Edie Sedgwick 1966 Taylor & Burton filming The Sandpiper, 1965 Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Anne Gunning, Christian Dior, Dior, fashion, gloves, red, vintage

Vintage Playboy Cover 1967

Published on 2012-05-30 12:19:52

Playboy cover from November 1967 Related Posts Joanna Lumley modelling Jean Muir by Lillian Bassman Dorothea McGowan 1962 Filed under: 1960s, Magazines, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Cover, magazine, Playboy, vintage

Bodie and Doyle pouting in The Professionals

Published on 2012-05-30 08:36:22

Great photo of Bodie and Doyle striking a pose in the 70s TV detective series The Professionals (Martin Shaw and Lewis Collins). Related Posts Ian Fleming and Sean Connery on set Project #1: Bond, James Bond A young Clint Eastwood to brighten your afternoon… Filed under: 1970s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, Bodie, CI5, Doyle, [...]

Fabulous beaded 1920s flapper headdress

Published on 2012-05-30 07:16:25

Fabulous beaded 1920s flapper headdress complete with elaborate beading, tassels and kiss curls Related Posts Mexico, 1959: Audrey Hepburn knitting on set Marla Scarafia in a Federica printed cotton sunsuit Lee Meriwether as Catwoman 1966 Filed under: 1920s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, beaded, flapper, hat, headdress, tassels, tassles, twenties

Model Mirella Petteni with parachute, 1963 by FC Gundlach

Published on 2012-05-30 03:48:50

1960s fashion photo of model Mirella Petteni with a parachute photographed by FC Gundlach in 1963. Source: Le blog de SoVeNa Related Posts Chainmail Projection on Paulene Stone “One of a kind” could they mean the magnificent 1970s moustache? Audrey Hepburn Paris Vogue 1950 by Norman Parkinson Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, [...]

Vintage Swimwear Advert by Sea Nymph

Published on 2012-05-30 02:13:56

Related Posts Elizabeth Taylor Taylor & Burton Lisa Fonssagrives Filed under: 1950s, Advertising, Fashion, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, advert, gingham, sea nymph, swimsuit, swimwear

Cathy Dahmen in a spotted veil and lots of 70s makeup

Published on 2012-05-29 16:34:14

Related Posts Erwin Blumenfeld’s 1945 Vogue cover: ‘Red Cross’ Marie Helvin, Vogue Elizabeth Taylor: Death of a Jewellery Icon Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, Cathy Dahmen, hat, makeup, net, Photo, veil, vintage

Bright poppy print from US Vogue 1971

Published on 2012-05-29 15:18:29

Model Barbara Carrera in a bright poppy print organza halter dress with cascading ruffles at the back. Photo by Irving Penn for US vogue Nov 1971. Source: The 70′s Fashion Found Archive Related Posts Jane Birkin 1969 Photograph by Louise Dahl-Wolfe Twiggy 1960s Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Jewellery, Magazines, Models, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, Barbara [...]

Rita Hayworth

Published on 2012-05-29 12:11:44

Related Posts Veronica Lake, 1947 Jean Shrimpton by Avedon Twiggy 1960s Filed under: 1940s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, Cinema, movies, Photo, Rita Hayworth, silver screen

A formidable vintage burlesque lady from the 1890s

Published on 2012-05-29 09:21:06

I just came across this vintage burlesque photo from the 1890s, and although it’s earlier than most photos featured on We Heart Vintage, I just had to share. I always thought of burlesque ladies as sultry, teasing sirens (along the line of Dita von Teese I suppose), but this lady does NOT look amused. I’m [...]

1950s model Bettina Graziani at the races

Published on 2012-05-29 08:53:00

1950s model Bettina Graziani all wrapped up at the races in a white floral hat and a coat with an absolutely huge cowl neck. Stylish, but not terribly practical! Related Posts Marilyn Monroe reading James Joyce, 1955 Stripy Sofa by John French Brigitte Bardot, 1960s Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Bettina Graziani, [...]

1940s swimsuit girls in hammocks

Published on 2012-05-29 07:10:10

Related Posts Racing Hat by Tom Palumbo Jeannie Patchett Vogue 1950 Anita Page Filed under: 1940s, Fashion, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, fashion, Parasol, Photo, swimsuit, swimwear, vintage

1960s swimwear: water babies – the bare ones

Published on 2012-05-29 04:01:00

60s model Marissa Berenson modelling swimwear – don’t you just love those sunglasses? Related Posts Vintage Lookbook: 70s Rudi Gernreich vs 2012 Agent Provocateur Emilio Pucci 1966 Richard Avedon for Vogue Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Models, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Marissa Berenson, sixties, sunglasses, swimsuit, swimwear, vintage

1955 Model wearing ‘academic’ box hat

Published on 2012-05-29 02:35:46

ca. 1955 Model, Anne St. Marie wearing ‘academic’ box hat, black gloves, and pearl earrings. Image by © Condé Nast Archive/CORBIS Related Posts Bianca Jagger 1960s Elizabeth Taylor 1940′s Cypress Gardens, Florida Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Anne St. Marie, earrings, fashion, gloves, hat, Photo, vintage

The saucy Sennett Bathing Beauties in their swimwear, 1915

Published on 2012-05-29 02:07:35

The provocative Sennett Bathing Beauties in their swimsuits, 1915. The Sennett Bathing Beauties were a group of girls chosen by Mack Sennett in 1915 to pose in provocative bathing costumes in photos, comedy shorts and in promotional events like Venice Beach beauty contests. Source: Vintage Everday Related Posts Claudia Cardinale, 1960s Liz Taylor on Location [...]

One for the girls…*

Published on 2012-05-28 16:20:55

OK I know I’m off topic here, but forgive me one moment of weakness and let me ask a question. If you truly had to choose, which of the two David Beckham ELLE covers would you choose? (You can click on the photos for a larger view if you need to have a think about [...]

What Janice Dickinson looked like back in the day

Published on 2012-05-28 15:52:56

Janice Dickinson back in the 1970s in a bikini before all the Botox and boob jobs Related Posts Capucine by Georges Dambier for Elle Magazine 1953 Hair that’s strong, shiny and vibrant… Marilyn Monroe’s scar, photo by Bert Stern Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Models, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, fashion, Janice Dickinson, model, Young

Suzy Parker for 1950s Revlon ‘Love-Pat’ Advert

Published on 2012-05-28 15:11:36

Night and Day… this is the One! ‘Love-Pat’! Let it keep you looking fresh and lovely – always! Gorgeous vintage 50s Revlon cosmetics advert featuring Suzy Parker. Source: Supermodelicons Related Posts 1960s photograph by Dutch photographer Sanne Sannes Jean Patchett – Enka Rayon Ad 1950 1950s Circus Performers Filed under: 1950s, Advertising, Models, Vintage Tagged: [...]

Lauren Bacall make-up & hair mug shots

Published on 2012-05-28 12:30:15

Lauren Bacall Make-up & Hair Looks for To Have & Have Not, which is your favourite? Related Posts Angelica Huston by Bob Richardson 1936 – Edward and Mrs Simpson on Holiday http://weheartvintage.co/2011/02/12/vogue-1959/ Filed under: 1940s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, Beauty, Cinema, fashion, hair, Lauren Bacall, makeup

1937 Wallis Simpson’s blue wedding dress

Published on 2012-05-28 07:27:19

JUNE 3 1937 – Simpson wore a dress in “Wallis blue” by Mainbocher for her wedding to Prince Edward, at the Château de Candé, France. She gave the dress to New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art in the Fifties. Related Posts Richard Avedon: Carmen in Cardin, 1957 Pucci 1964 Ann Gunning by John French Filed [...]

Ginger Rogers in skimpy lingerie and stockings

Published on 2012-05-28 02:19:48

Related Posts 1966 Henry Clarke, Veruschka 1950s Swimwear Joanna Lumley: Open Your Arms, Dump Your Armaments Filed under: 1930s, Cinema, Underwear, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Cinema, Ginger Rogers, lingerie, Photo, silver screen, vintage

Intense! Steve McQueen & Jean Shrimpton, 1965

Published on 2012-05-27 15:13:54

Steve McQueen & Jean Shrimpton by Avedon for Harpers Bazaar 1965 Source: What’s old is new again Related Posts A 1948 Movie Poster for The Red Shoes Leonard Nimoy in makeup, 1960s Revlon Advert 1963 Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, Harpers Bazaar, Jean Shrimpton, Richard Avedon, sixties, STeve McQueen

Vintage Lookbook: Flower Power

Published on 2012-05-27 15:09:41

A sixties print sundress with cute accessories, perfect for this sudden summer we’re having! Clockwise from left: Mustard The Art Of Style Dress by Edith and Ella, Whoopsie Daisy Earrings by Ana Accessories Inc, Cut-out Pump by DOLCE & GABBANA Filed under: 1960s, Vintage, Vintage Lookbook Tagged: daisies, earrings, fashion, flowers, look book, lookbook, retro, [...]

1950s supermodel supreme Dovima with bows in her hair

Published on 2012-05-27 13:10:07

Related Posts White Feather Hat Hat, Fur and Pearls I dreamed I went shopping in my Maidenform bra Filed under: 1950s, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Dovima, fifties, lipstick, model, supermodel, vintage

A super skinny Diana Ross with big eyelashes, 1970

Published on 2012-05-26 16:14:47

Singer Diana Ross wearing a Creation of Bob Mackie and photographed by Avedon for French Vogue,January 1970. Source: The 70′s Fashion Found Archive Related Posts Vogue UK, December 1956 Hedy Lamarr Angelica Huston by Bob Richardson Filed under: Fashion, Jewellery, Music, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, Bob Mackie, Diana Ross, makeup, Photo, Richard Avedon, Vogue

Brigitte Bardot dancing on a piano

Published on 2012-05-26 12:35:04

Related Posts Ziggy Stardust getting ready Wilhelmina Cooper 6 Decades of Shades Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Brigitte Bardot, dancer, dancing, Photo, vintage

Maudie James in a strange 1960s bishops outfit by David Bailey

Published on 2012-05-26 07:18:38

I think it’s bishops who wear purple isn’t it? I might have that wrong… Related Posts Vogue August 1943, photographed by John Rawlings Brigitte Bardot at Cannes, 1953 Jane Birkin, Vogue 1965 (Photo by David Bailey) Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Models, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, David Bailey, fashion, Maudie James, vintage

“Gilded with fur” by FC Gundlach

Published on 2012-05-26 02:15:31

1960s fashion photo of model with fur collar and cuffs by FC Gundlach Related Posts Marisa Berenson – Bird of Paradise Fashion for Vogue, Florence, 1964 Ginger Rogers Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, FC Gundlach, fur, vintage

Ian Fleming and Sean Connery on set

Published on 2012-05-25 16:20:41

This looks like it’s on the set of one of the early James Bond movies, anyone know which one? Related Posts Model in Striped Bathing Suit by Pool, 1954 Makeup by Mary Quant, Vogue 1972 From 1945 Vogue Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Ian Flemming, James Bond, movie, Photo, Sean Connery, set

“One of a kind” could they mean the magnificent 1970s moustache?

Published on 2012-05-25 16:10:12

“One of a kind” do they mean that magnificent moustache? 1970s advert for Camel cigarettes. Related Posts White Glove & Cigarette Holder Gina Lollobrigida Model in Christian Dior Dress Abandon, 1948/1949 by Willy Maywald Filed under: 1970s, Advertising, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, advert, cigarettes, moustache, seventies, smoking, swimsuit, swimwear

Natalie Wood on a yacht during the 1962 Cannes Film Festival

Published on 2012-05-25 15:04:01

Natalie Wood on a yacht during the 1962 Cannes Film Festival Related Posts Bendetta Barzini by Barbieri Marilyn on a beach Marianne Faithfull, The Salisbury Pub, London (1964) Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, cannes, Cannes Film Festival, Natalie Wood, sixties

Twiggy with Rabbit

Published on 2012-05-25 12:46:07

A rather Japanese styled 1960s Twiggy complete with rabbit. Related Posts Penelope Tree Tania Mallet in a Madame Paulette stiffened net picture hat Model with Cheetahs, Vogue 1969 Filed under: 1970s, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, fashion, model, supermodel, Twiggy, vintage

Anne Gunning by Norman Parkinson for Vogue 1956

Published on 2012-05-25 07:11:39

Anne Gunning wearing a gown by Susan Small, photographed by Norman Parkinson for Vogue UK December 1956 Related Posts Fay Wray Stately Home by Norman Parkinson 1960s Swimwear Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Models, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Anne Gunning, fashion, Norman Parkinson, vintage, Vogue

Win a Vintage Pin Up Photo Shoot

Published on 2012-05-25 04:21:57

This weeks fantastic competition prize is being offered by Frisking The Whiskers, an East London based photography studio who specialise in quality vintage glamour and 1950s pin up photography. Frisking the Whiskers are a team of photographers and vintage loving specialists! They take sexy and sophisticated vintage-style photographs inspired by the glamour and allure of [...]

Dior photographed by FC Gundlach

Published on 2012-05-25 02:07:11

Related Posts Pilar Crespi in a Krizia Bathing Suit Marilyn Monroe in Westmore Cosmetics Advert Elizabeth Taylor as Cleopatra Filed under: 1950s, Designers, Fashion, Jewellery, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, bracelet, Christian Dior, fashion, FC Gundlach, fifties, Photo, vintage

Ringo Starr meets Vivien Leigh

Published on 2012-05-24 12:04:09

Beatles drummer Ringo Starr boarding a plane at London Airport with actress Vivien Leigh (1913 – 1967), 7th June 1968. Starr is flying to Hollywood to take part in a Ravi Shankar film. (Photo by George Stroud/Express/Getty Images) Related Posts From 1948 Vogue Photography by Edward Steichen, Dresses by Vionnet, 1930 John French Photograph Filed [...]

The Lobster and The Divorcee

Published on 2012-05-24 10:37:19

In 1936, Salvador Dali designed the Lobster telephone. By spring 1937, Italian fashion designer, Elsa Schiaparelli asked him to design a lobster as a decoration for a white organdy evening gown. And the dress was made famous when it appeared in Vogue magazine modeled by Wallis Simpson. As an American Divorcee, Simpson gained notoriety when [...]

Lucille Ball with dark hair, 1930s

Published on 2012-05-24 08:10:09

Photo of Lucille Ball before she changed her hair colour and started doing I Love Lucy – doesn’t she look great as a brunette? Related Posts Iconic bubble photographs by Melvin Sokolsky Jerry Hall being filmed by Norman Parkinson Brigitte Bardot At The Cannes Film Festival, 1956 Filed under: 1930s, Cinema, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: [...]

Competition winner

Published on 2012-05-24 07:17:30

The winner of our competition to Win vintage-style lingerie by What Katie Did is Sarah Lambert – Congratulations Sarah, we’ll pass your details onto What Katie Did, and they will contact you about your prize directly. If you didn’t win, you have until the end of today to enter our current competition: Win Victorian Style Vintage [...]

Anjelica Huston and Wallis Franken, Vogue, 1971

Published on 2012-05-24 07:01:33

Source: The 70′s Fashion Found Archive Related Posts Vogue 1951 by Cecil Beaton Moira Shearer, 1950s Audrey Hepburn takes a break during the filming of ‘Two for the Road’, 1967 Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, Anjelica Huston, fashion, Photo, vintage, Vogue, Wallis Franken

Suzy Parker covering Esquire, June 1957

Published on 2012-05-24 02:56:28

A rather racy picture of Suzy Parker on the cover of Esquire: The Magazine for Men, June 1957 Source: Supermodelicons Related Posts Betty Brosmer and her amazing 18″ waist Chanel, Vogue 1952 Anne St. Marie Smoking Filed under: 1950s, Magazines, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Cover, Esquire, magazine, Suzy Parker, vintage

Lanvin and Chanel in French ELLE, July 1970

Published on 2012-05-23 12:57:08

Graziella and Julie wearing Lanvin and Chanel dresses. French ELLE,July 1970. Source: The 70′s Fashion Found Archive via: Modcloth on Tumblr Related Posts California Desert, 1948 by Louise Dahl-Wolfe Suzy Parker in Dior at the Place de la Concorde, Paris 1956 1959 Modess Advert Filed under: 1970s, Designers, Fashion, Magazines Tagged: 1970s, Elle, fashion, Graziella, [...]

‘The Most Beautiful Girl in the World’: Evelyn Nesbit

Published on 2012-05-23 07:53:54

For a few years at the very dawn of the 20th Century, Evelyn Nesbit was considered the Most Beautiful Girl in the World. If you would like to find out more about her I would recommend this article by Caviglia’s Cabinet of Curiosities Related Posts Lauren Hutton White Feather Hat Jayne Mansfield Filed under: 1920s, [...]

Vintage Lookbook: The Great Gatsby

Published on 2012-05-23 04:36:27

I’ve just seen the trailer for the new The Great Gatsby movie, and it looks amazing (it’s even got Spiderman in it, well – Tobey Maguire) If you haven’t seen the movie trailer yet, I’ve put a link to it below, it’s well worth a watch. I’m just dying to have a reason to dress [...]

Fashion photo from 1967

Published on 2012-05-23 02:49:18

Related Posts Paulene Stone Modelling Beachwear Twiggy in Pink with a Chunky Plait Kate Moss, 1993 Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, Photo, vintage

Jean Harlow

Published on 2012-05-22 12:18:52

Related Posts Louise Dahl-Wolfe, 1940s From 1954 Vogue Advertisement 1957 Anne St. Marie Filed under: 1930s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Cinema, Jean Harlow, makeup, movie star, Photo, vintage

Vogue 1953

Published on 2012-05-22 07:48:12

Related Posts Women in futuristic swimwear, 1934 Marilyn Monroe from Look magazine (1953) Hackney, London, 1960s Filed under: 1950s, Jewellery, Magazines, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, Photo, vintage, Vogue

Brigitte Bardot stripping…?

Published on 2012-05-22 02:30:51

Related Posts Debbie Harry: Camp Funtime Celia Hammond 1976 by Terence Donnovan Gene Tierney in a bathing suit Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Underwear, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, bra, Brigitte Bardot, Photo, vintage, Young

Grace Kelly eating an orange

Published on 2012-05-21 12:13:43

Related Posts Suzy Parker on the cover of 1951 LIFE Magazine Hat with Roses 1944 Vogue Gina Lollobrigida Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Beauty, Cinema, Grace Kelly, Photo, vintage

We’ve been nominated for an award! Please give us your vote

Published on 2012-05-21 07:45:10

What a nice start to the week, I’ve just discovered We Heart Vintage has been nominated for one of Dorset Cereals ‘Little Blog Awards’. At the end of every month, the blog that receives the most votes wins a lovely Dorset Cereals goodie bag and a highly coveted Little Blog Awards egg cup – I [...]

Maudie James from Vogue Cover shoot 1970

Published on 2012-05-21 07:33:12

Related Posts Marilyn Monroe photographed by Ben Ross, 1953 Suzy Parker by John Rawlings, 1952 January Vogue Marilyn Monroe & Arthur Miller Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Magazines, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, fashion, Maudie James, Photo, Vogue

1960s fashion photo by FC Gundlach

Published on 2012-05-21 02:30:07

Related Posts Glamorous Marilyn Anne St Marie on the cover of January 1956 Vogue Vintage Lookbook: Sailor Chic, Flapper style Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, 1960s fashion, fashion, FC Gundlach, Photo, vintage

Ann Gunning, Vogue 1952

Published on 2012-05-20 12:50:54

Related Posts Ann Gunning photographed by Norman Parkinson for Vogue UK, 1952 Raquel Welsh Moira Shearer, 1950s Liz Taylor in 1964 Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Jewellery, Magazines, Models, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, 1950s fashion, Ann Gunning, brooch, fashion, Norman Parkinson, vintage, Vogue

Julie Andrews & Audrey Hepburn at the 1964 Oscars

Published on 2012-05-20 07:21:00

Julie Andrews talking to Audrey Hepburn at the 1964 Oscars where she won the Best Actress Academy Award for Mary Poppins. Related Posts Fashion photo by Gordon Parks for Lilly Daché, 1952 Balenciaga vintage gown 1961 1920s Wedding Veil Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Academy Awards, Audrey Hepburn, Jewellery, Julie Andrews, Oscars, [...]

1930s Mesh Cloche by Elsa Schiaparelli

Published on 2012-05-20 02:30:21

Related Posts Fred & Ginger in full swing Marilyn in Striped Silk #3 Audrey Hepburn and LOTS of Flowers Filed under: 1930s, Fashion, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, earrings, Elsa Schiaparelli, fashion, hat, veil, vintage

Vintage Lookbook: 1950s Sophia Loren

Published on 2012-05-19 15:36:08

Clockwise from left: Red-y For My Closeup Dress by Stop Staring, Darling Details Tights by Pretty Polly Hosiery, Bicolored Sandals With Heel Covered In Red Sting Ray by CHRISSIE MORRIS Filed under: Vintage, Vintage Lookbook Tagged: 1950s, fashion, look book, lookbook, Sophia Loren, vintage

Suzy Parker

Published on 2012-05-19 14:43:21

Source: Supermodelicons Related Posts Vogue Cover September 1966: Celia Hammond? By John Rawlings Joanna Lumley Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, Photo, Suzy Parker, vintage

Photo by Lillian Bassman, 1950s

Published on 2012-05-19 12:16:36

Related Posts In Front of the Eiffel Tower Faye Dunaway Twiggy Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, Lillian Bassman, Photo, vintage

Ziegfeld Follies Girl on the cover of Theatre Magazine, 1925

Published on 2012-05-19 07:25:05

Theatre Magazine with a Ziegfeld Follies Girl on the cover by Albert Vargas, 1925. Related Posts Vogue Cover July 1960 Vivien Leigh by John Rawlings, 1937 1950s Fashion, Cars & Girls Filed under: 1920s, Advertising, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, pin up art, pin up girl, pin-up, theatre magazine, Vargas, ziegfeld follies

We’re trialling WordPress WordAds

Published on 2012-05-19 03:29:01

I’ve just been accepted by WordPress’s WordAd programme, and I’m adding them to the site as an experiment. It means you’ll see adverts on We Heart Vintage. At the moment they seem to be quite ugly text-based ads, but I’m trying to work out whether I can somehow customise the look of them so that they [...]

Princess Margaret, The Lovelorn Princess? 1959

Published on 2012-05-19 02:06:43

Princess Margaret covers The Australian Womens Weekly in October 1959. Source: The Nifty Fifties Related Posts Britt Ekland & Peter Sellers Audrey Hepburn in Givenchy, 1962 Anita Pallenberg & Mick Jagger Filed under: 1950s, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, 1959, Princess Margaret, The Australian Womens Weekly

Sophia Loren at the 1962 Oscars

Published on 2012-05-18 07:45:27

Related Posts David Bailey: Penelope Tree Veruschka is a Sinner: From Mademoiselle, 1972 Joanna Lumley in Harpers Bazaar in 1965 Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Academy Awards, earrings, Jewellery, Oscars, Photo, Sophia Loren, sunglasses

1940s dress design by Madame Grès

Published on 2012-05-18 07:35:57

Related Posts Julie Newmar Veruschka: Freaky Eyelashes 1960s Black Patent Leather Boots Filed under: 1940s, Designers, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, design, dress, fashion, Madame Gres, sketch, vintage

Win Victorian Style Vintage Pearl Earrings

Published on 2012-05-18 04:31:52

This week’s competition prize has been donated by MeggyMoos, a vintage and retro-inspired gift shop, who, in their own words: “love French Vintage, Vintage Chic & Retro Style … simply, we just love lovely things!” The Prize: Romantic Victorian inspired vintage drop earrings. Beautifully detailed aged antique bronze crown earrings each containing one single loose [...]

Late 1930s Elsa Schiaparelli dress and silver gloves

Published on 2012-05-18 02:25:48

1950s swimwear

Published on 2012-05-17 12:58:15

Related Posts White Dress with Tweed Cap, John French 1946 Glamour Twiggy Lawson (née Lesley Hornby), by Cecil Beaton, 1967 Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, fifties, Parasol, swimsuit, swimwear, Umbrella, vintage

Elegant 1920s summer fashion

Published on 2012-05-17 07:52:27

Related Posts Ungaro spotted outfit, photo John French. London, UK, 1965 Benedetta Barzini with lace eyelids Hattie Carnegie Evening Dress, Vogue 1945 Filed under: 1920s, Fashion, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, fashion, hat, necklace, Photo, twenties, vintage

The Epitome of Cool: Steve McQueen

Published on 2012-05-17 02:35:47

Related Posts Elke Sommer in a White Dress Dovima with Elephants, 1955 Jane Birkin 1969 Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Cinema, movies, Photo, sixties, STeve McQueen

20s Movie Star: Jobyna Ralston

Published on 2012-05-16 12:33:19

Related Posts Audrey Hepburn Francoise Rubartelli 1968 1960s Air Hostess Fashion Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Cinema, Jobyna Ralston, movie, Photo, vintage

1940s Ladies Fashions

Published on 2012-05-16 07:29:21

Related Posts Marilyn Monroe Vogue 1950s Jewellery Feature, 1961 Filed under: 1940s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, dress, fashion, Fashions, gloves, hat, Parasol, Umbrella, vintage

Marilyn Monroe dressed as Theda Bara

Published on 2012-05-16 03:44:32

Marilyn Monroe dressed as Theda Bara, photographed by Richard Avedon. Source: The Nifty Fifties Related Posts Norman Parkinson Lauren Hutton by Arthur Elgort 1951 – photo by Robert Randall Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Cleopatra, fur, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, Richard Avedon, Theda Bara, tiger, vintage

Vogue Paris cover, 1955

Published on 2012-05-15 12:52:55

Related Posts Goldie Hawn by Bert Stern Vogue UK, December 1956 Elizabeth Taylor from Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Magazines, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, magazine, Parasol, Photo, Umbrella, vintage, Vogue

Marilyn Monroe, from Some Like it Hot..?

Published on 2012-05-15 07:19:46

Source: The Nifty Fifties Related Posts Elizabeth Taylor: Head-to-Toe Leopard Print with Richard Burton Jean Patchett by Louise Dahl-Wolfe, Granada Spain, 1953 Dovima, age 26 Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: Cinema, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, movie, Photo, vintage

Pin Up Girl – True by Vargas

Published on 2012-05-15 02:16:01

Pin Up Girl – True, Gwen Caldwell (1951) by Vargas Related Posts Fred Perry Tennis Dresses Christian Dior: Ruby and Pearls, 1955 Vintage Lookbook: Styling Jean Shrimpton Filed under: 1950s, Pin-up girls, Underwear, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Alberto Vargas, basque, corset, lingerie, pin up girl, pin-up, underwear, Vargas

1939, The Duchess of Windsor in a pleated dress

Published on 2012-05-14 12:10:36

1939 – The leaf-print motif was a favourite of the Duchess. Here it is used on a pleated dress. Related Posts Veiled Hat by Walter Florell, photographed by John Rawlings Fay Wray 1937 The Duchess of Windsor by Cecil Beaton Filed under: 1930s, Fashion, Vintage, Wallis Simpson Tagged: 1930s, Duchess of Windsor, fashion, Photo, Wallis [...]

Vintage Lookbook: 70s orange kaftan

Published on 2012-05-14 10:27:05

Clockwise from top left: Missioni Luisiana caftan in stripe, Cleobella Passport holder in orange, Van Buren orange suede platform sandals, Tory Burch Logo beaded bracelet, Lord & Berry skin lipgloss Filed under: Vintage, Vintage Lookbook Tagged: 70s, fashion, look book, lookbook, vintage

Rita Hayworth during the filming of Gilda

Published on 2012-05-14 07:10:29

Related Posts Model in the Rembrandt Gallery Vogue 1951 by Cecil Beaton Marisa Berenson Filed under: 1940s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, Cinema, film star, Gilda, movie, Photo, Rita Hayworth, vintage

Competition Winner

Published on 2012-05-14 06:49:12

The winner of our competition to Win a vintage 1950s necklace is Victoria Cunniff – Congratulations Victoria, we’ll pass your details onto Virtual Vintage and they will contact you about your prize directly. If you didn’t win, you have until Thursday night to enter our current competition:Win vintage-style lingerie by What Katie Did. Good luck! Filed under: Competition results

Before they were famous – who is this 40s star?

Published on 2012-05-14 04:28:27

Who was this latin beauty before she was made over by the Hollywood dream machine, underwent electrolysis on her widows peak and changed her name and hair colour? Related Posts Peggy Moffitt in a black bikini Leonard Nimoy in makeup, 1960s Jean Shrimpton by Brian Duffy Filed under: 1940s, Cinema Tagged: 1940s, Cinema, Hollywood, movies, [...]

Swimwear 1931

Published on 2012-05-14 02:06:25

Related Posts Janet Lee, 1950s Vogue Cover July 1960 Cyd Charisse Filed under: 1930s, Fashion, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, fashion, Photo, swimsuit, swimwear, vintage

Brigitte Bardot, 1960s

Published on 2012-05-13 12:02:25

Related Posts Nena von Schlebrugge 1959 1950s Henry Clarke Photograph Twiggy with Pigtails Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, bow, Brigitte Bardot, eyeliner, fur, makeup, Photo, sixties, vintage

1920s fashion

Published on 2012-05-13 07:25:05

Related Posts Irving Penn Model wearing Dior – photo by Louise Dahl-Wolfe Paris 1940′s Veruschka is a Sinner: From Mademoiselle, 1972 Filed under: 1920s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, cloche, fashion, Photo, vintage

Twiggy 1960s

Published on 2012-05-13 02:52:34

Twiggy with big eyelashes, blue eyshadow, orange lips, cute kiss curls and lots of fur and pearls! Related Posts Air Hostess Standing in a Jet Engine E-Type Jaguar on the M1 Mororway Soon After It Opened, 1960 1950s Polka Dot Swimsuit in LIFE Magazine Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, fur, makeup, [...]

Trompe L’oeil Dresses by Hermes Paris, 1952

Published on 2012-05-12 12:49:25

Hermes Paris designed a collection of Trompe L’oeil dresses for Spring 1952. Plain lengths of fabric were screen printed with painted details like lapels, buttons and pockets, then the fabric was then cut and sewn into these amazing dresses. Source: Couture Allure Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, design, designer, fashion, Hermes, Paris, Trompe [...]

Ginger Rogers holding a movie camera

Published on 2012-05-12 07:55:33

Filed under: 1930s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, camera, Ginger Rogers, Photo, vintage

Audrey Hepburn

Published on 2012-05-12 03:13:51

Is this the most beautiful photo of Audrey Hepburn? Source The Nifty Fifties Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Audrey Hepburn, Cinema, hairstyle, movies, Photo

Win vintage-style lingerie by What Katie Did

Published on 2012-05-11 05:13:09

This week’s competition prize has been donated by What Katie Did, who specialise in amazing vintage-style lingerie and hosiery. Prize: A Cabaret Torsolette (pictured right), which is available in either black or peach. Sizes available are: 32B to F; 34B to E; 36B to DD; 38B to D The Cabaret Torsolette is a recreation of [...]

1955 Balenciaga

Published on 2012-05-11 02:11:33

ca. 1955. Model in collarless suit with straight skirt and Persian lamb scarf, both by Balenciaga, leaning against railing. Image by © Condé Nast Archive/CORBIS Related Posts Jean Shrimpton in Vintage Vogue 1947: Model wearing an ice-yellow & heat-yellow dress Nena von Schlebrugge Filed under: 1950s, Designers, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Balenciaga, fashion, gloves, model, [...]

Vintage Lookbook: 1950s Teal Queen

Published on 2012-05-10 14:56:49

Clockwise from top left: Beyond Be-leaf Necklace by Kitsch, Dalida Dress By Anaëlle Péridot – Carnet De Mode by Carnet de Mode, Ben Amun – Gold Button Earring With Green Stone by Thomas Laine, Jade Green By Tykana by Carnet de Mode Filed under: Vintage, Vintage Lookbook Tagged: 1950s, clutch bag, earrings, fashion, green, jade, [...]

Marilyn in full showgirl costume

Published on 2012-05-10 12:08:26

Related Posts Mooreville’s Bold Plaid Advert, 1955 Vogue UK, December 1957 1940s Bridal Fashion Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, costume, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, showgirl, vintage

Sophia Loren & Jane Mansfield, not really getting on…

Published on 2012-05-10 10:41:46

Related Posts Katharine Hepburn 1932 Olivia Newton John, Physical Elke Sommer Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, diamonds, Jane Mansfield, Jewellery, Photo, Sophia Loren, vintage

Bright maxi dress, 1968

Published on 2012-05-10 07:05:04

Related Posts Jerry Hall 1975 1953 Vogue Mia Farrow in Rosemary’s Baby, circa 1968 Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, dress, fashion, maxi, Photo, vintage

Bettie Page: Pin up in leopard print

Published on 2012-05-10 02:01:20

Related Posts Veiled Elizabeth Taylor in 1963 Patterned Projection on Model Ginger Rogers in Gold Diggers of 1933 Filed under: Pin-up girls, Vintage Tagged: Bettie Page, leopard print, Photo, pin up girl, pin-up, vintage

Vintage Lookbook: Veruschka Green Goddess

Published on 2012-05-09 14:29:39

Clockwise from left: Lamb Runway Silk Maxi Dress with side splits by Lamb, Green Bow Cuff by Sonia by Sonia Rykiel, Neo Pin Up Sandal by SERGIO ROSSI, Filed under: Vintage, Vintage Lookbook Tagged: 1970s, green, look book, lookbook, Veruschka, vintage

Marilyn dancing

Published on 2012-05-09 12:58:56

Related Posts Louise Dahl-Wolfe in Harper’s Bazaar, March 1950 1960s Icon, Twiggy Marilyn Monroe at Niagara Falls, 1952 Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Cinema, dancer, dancing, fifties, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo

Liz Taylor and Richard Burton at the Oscars 1970

Published on 2012-05-09 07:56:29

Related Posts Maxi Skirts 1973 Vogue 1960 Helmut Newton Pat Goddard in Givan’s strapless evening bodice Filed under: 1970s, Cinema, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, Academy Awards, Elizabeth Taylor, Liz Taylor, Oscars, Photo, richard burton, vintage

Twiggy in the Boyfriend

Published on 2012-05-09 07:25:25

Source: The Red List Filed under: 1970s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, dancing, film, movie, The Boyfriend, Twiggy

Tony Curtis, what ARE you wearing…?

Published on 2012-05-09 05:01:01

Sidney Poitier, Tony Curtis, Sammy Davis, Jr. and Jack Lemmon Source: Awesome People Hanging Out Together Related Posts Marilyn Choosing Ties 1950s Strapless Bra Advert 1960s Las Vegas Showgirls Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: Cinema, Dammy Davis Jr., Jack Lemmon, Photo, Sidney Poitier, Tony Curtis, vintage

Competition Winner

Published on 2012-05-09 03:23:47

The winner of our competition to Win a Retro 40s Red Dress is Caroline Ashton – Congratulations Caroline, we’ll pass your details onto Daddy-O’s and they will contact you about your prize directly. We had a great response, and I loved hearing about everybody’s favourite movies – it reminded me of a lot of movies I need [...]

Pin up girl riding a bike

Published on 2012-05-09 02:53:10

Pin up girl in a red dress riding a bicycle by Harry Ekman Related Posts Marisa Berenson and Jeanloup Sieff Marilyn in the Woods with Bears Playboy (1961) Vargas Filed under: Pin-up girls, Vintage Tagged: bicycle, bike, Harry Ekman, pin up girl, pin-up, vintage

Vintage Lookbook: Sailor Chic, Flapper style

Published on 2012-05-08 13:33:33

Clockwise from left: The Bells Of London, Ohio Dress by Dear Creatures, Embellished Bow Headband by Forever21, Rimmel London Kate Lipstick by Rimmel London, Heels That Suit You by Lola Ramona, the girl is of course, Clara Bow. Filed under: Vintage, Vintage Lookbook Tagged: 1920s, Clara Bow, flapper, look book, lookbook, twenties, vintage

Debbie Harry: car crash photo shoot 1976

Published on 2012-05-08 12:50:08

Debbie Harry, NYC, 1976 – Image © Bob Gruen Related Posts Audrey Hepburn by Cecil Beaton Givenchy 1955 Dorothy Flood 1920s Filed under: 1970s, Cars, Music, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, Blondie, car, crash, Debbie Harrie, Photo

Marilyn Monroe in class at the Actors Studio in New York City circa 1950s

Published on 2012-05-08 09:01:13

Marilyn Monroe in class at the Actors Studio in New York City circa 1950s.Photo by Roy Schatt – © 1978 Roy Schatt – Image courtesy mptvimages.com Related Posts 1957 Vogue Pattie Boyd and Celia Hammond, 1965 Twiggy Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, style, vintage

Pin up girl with an orchid

Published on 2012-05-08 08:54:41

Pin up girl with an orchid by Billy de Vorss Related Posts Jean Patchett in Sea Nymph Swimwear 1950s 1953 Vogue Lisa Fonssagrives Filed under: Pin-up girls, Vintage Tagged: art, Billy de Vorss, drawing, Painting, pin up girl, pin-up, vintage

Britt Ekland

Published on 2012-05-08 07:48:09

Related Posts A Bejewelled Liz Taylor in 1969 Gloria Vanderbilt by Avedon Louise Dahl-Wolfe, 1940s Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Britt Ekland, Photo, photograph, vintage

The Duke and Duchess of Windsor in Lisbon, Portugal, 1940

Published on 2012-05-08 02:45:15

JANUARY 1 1940 – The Duke and Duchess in Lisbon, Portugal Related Posts Audrey Hepburn Raquel Welsh From 1954 Vogue Filed under: 1940s, Famous People, Fashion, Vintage, Wallis Simpson Tagged: 1940s, Duchess of Windsor, fashion, Photo, vintage, Wallis Simpson

Marisa Berenson 1972

Published on 2012-05-07 12:39:14

A blonde Marisa Berenson with platinum blonde hair. Photo by Richard Avedon for US Vogue April 1972. Related Posts Tiffany & Co Jewellery, Harper’s Bazaar 1941 1960s Air Hostess Elizabeth Taylor And Mike Todd At The Cannes Film Festival, 1957 Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Models, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, marisa berenson, Photo, Richard Avedon, vintage, [...]

1920s Movie Stars: Lilyan Tashman

Published on 2012-05-07 07:32:29

Related Posts Dorothy McGowan & Camel, Baalbek, 1961 Twiggy Ginger Rogers Dancing Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Cinema, Lilyan Tashman, movies, Photo, style, twenties, vintage

Julie Andrews in makeup, 1960s

Published on 2012-05-07 02:27:56

Related Posts Irving Penn, Top Models for Vogue, 1947 Nena von Schlebrugge 1959 Corduroy Coat Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Julie Andrews, Photo, sixties, vintage

1920s flapper icon Clara Bow

Published on 2012-05-06 15:01:10

Related Posts Taylor & Burton Fabulous 1960s Sunglasses Ziegfield Follies by Alfred Cheney Johnston, 1934

Mexico, 1959: Audrey Hepburn knitting on set

Published on 2012-05-06 12:49:08

Durango, Mexico, 1959: Audrey knits between takes on the set of John Huston’s The Unforgiven. Source: All about Audrey Related Posts Joanna Lumley as Purdey in the Avengers Learning to Roller Skate 1934 1960s Mademoiselle Magazine takes Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Audrey Hepburn, Cinema, fifties, hat, knitting, movie, vintage

Temple of Warriors in Chichen-Itza, Mexico, 1968

Published on 2012-05-06 07:47:16

Posed against the walls of the Temple of Warriors in Chichen-Itza, Mexico, model wearing transparent evening chiffon pullover and pants in fuchsia by Adolfo, 1968 Related Posts John Rawlings for Vogue, 1950s Mary Quant Crop Top and Trousers ca.1967 Veruschka in Paisley Shawl and Bikini Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, mexico, Photo, [...]

1960s Vogue cover featuring Oliver Goldsmith sunglasses

Published on 2012-05-06 02:41:39

Vogue magazine cover from April 1968 with model wearing tinted sunglasses by Oliver Goldsmith Related Posts Vogue 1950 Night Bathing – Louise Dahl Wolf – 1939 Young Clint Eastwood Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Cover, fashion, Oliver Goldsmith, scarf, sixties, sunglasses, vintage, Vogue

Sue Murray: big sunglasses even bigger belt, 1960s

Published on 2012-05-05 12:39:53

Related Posts Jean Shrimpton Cathy Dahmen, 1968 Suzi Quatro Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Models, Susan Murray, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, sixties, Sue Murray, sunglasses, Susan Murray, vintage

Vogue Cover, November 1959

Published on 2012-05-05 07:34:39

Related Posts Tania Mallet in a Madame Paulette stiffened net picture hat, photo John French Grace Kelly Veil and Indian Shore Temple, Anne Gunning, 1956 Filed under: 1950s, Cars, Fashion, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1950s, fashion, fifties, vintage, Vogue

Vintage Lookbook: Diamond Jubilee

Published on 2012-05-05 07:24:25

Now, I’m not saying I’ll be wearing a 50s-style union jack corset to my street party for the diamond jubilee, but I certainly will be getting in the party spirit and knowing the British weather a union jack umbrella and matching champagne might well be perfect! Clockwise from top left: Union Jack Lips Brooch by [...]

Ginger Rogers with South Sea Island Hair, 1945

Published on 2012-05-05 02:30:56

Original caption: A far cry from the rings worn by South Sea Island maidens in their noses is this one, worn by Ginger Rogers in her hair, but the coiffure was inspired by pictures of the island girls sent here by her husband, Sgt. Jack Briggs. The metallic ring is intertwined in the coils of [...]

The different faces of Cleopatra

Published on 2012-05-04 13:35:11

We’ve all seen the 1963 movie of Cleopatra with Liz Taylor, Richard Burton and Rex Harrison, which still holds the title of most expensive movie ever made nearly 50 years on – and if you haven’t, go and rent it NOW! However I didn’t realise until today how many other actresses had played the roll [...]

Vintage Playboy Cover, 1967

Published on 2012-05-04 12:27:25

Girl in a yellow polka dot bikini covering July 1967 Playboy magazine. Related Posts Linda Morand 1966 Henry Clarke, Veruschka 1940s Swimwear Filed under: 1960s, Magazines, Playboy, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, bikini, magazine, Playboy, sixties, vintage

Pin Up Girl: The Eyes Have It

Published on 2012-05-04 07:17:51

Vintage pin up girl in a green swimsuit with beach ball, penguin and starfish Related Posts 1950 Advert, Modess Veruschka, Arizona 1968 Susan Abraham in a velvet evening dress, photo John French Filed under: Pin-up girls, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, art, penguin, pin up girl, pin-up, swimsuit, vintage

Win a vintage 1950s necklace

Published on 2012-05-04 05:11:58

This week’s competition prize has been donated by Virtual Vintage, who specialise in authentic vintage clothing and accessories for men and women from the 1950s-1980s, as well as authentic vintage homeware from the 1920s to the 1980s. They are offering this beautiful 1950s multi strand glass necklace, which being black will go with pretty much [...]

Vintage Lookbook: red 1950s tea dress

Published on 2012-05-04 04:55:39

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1950s Red Polka Dot Dress

Published on 2012-05-04 02:10:46

Related Posts Marilyn Girl at a Rolling Stones concert in 1969 Raquel Welsh: Stars & Stripes Monokini 1971 Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, bracelet, Dots, fashion, fifties, polka dots, Spots, vintage

Hepburn in Paris when it sizzles

Published on 2012-05-03 12:27:32

Portrait in 1962 of Audrey Hepburn bending to see about a little bird in the film PARIS WHEN IT SIZZLES Related Posts Audrey Hepburn Audrey Hepburn Audrey Hepburn and Cary Grant on the set of Charade Filed under: 1960s, Audrey Hepburn, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Audrey Hepburn, Cinema, movie, vintage

Model in a lemon lace dress, 1953

Published on 2012-05-03 07:26:27

ca. 1953 Model wearing a strapless short evening dress: fitted to the hips in a lemon color with lace, baby blue bow, baby blue satin shoes and grey black pancake hat. Image by © Condé Nast Archive/CORBIS Related Posts Party Girl Lillian Bassman: The Line Lengthens, 1955 Stripy Sofa by John French Filed under: 1950s, [...]

Competition Winners (lots of them!)

Published on 2012-05-03 06:56:52

I’ve got lots of winners to announce again today, even more than usual because I forgot to announce last week’s winners too (sorry!) So, down to business! The winner of the Vintage French ‘Bally Kick’

Tamara Toumanova, 1953

Published on 2012-05-03 02:18:23

Ballet dancer Tamara Toumanova from the Jumpology series of photos by Philippe Halsman. Related Posts Janet Leigh, 1951 Richard Nixon, 1955 Jayne Mansfield, 1953 Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Philippe Halsman, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, ballet, dancer, fifties, Jumpology, phillipe halsman, Photo, vintage

Vivien Leigh with Cat

Published on 2012-05-02 12:44:32

Related Posts Vivien Leigh by John Rawlings, 1937 Ava Gardner Gene Tierney Filed under: 1940s, Cinema, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, cat, Cinema, earrings, Vivien Leigh

Chunky Knits, July 1965

Published on 2012-05-02 12:12:44

Chunky Knits, July 1965 As the Melbourne Olympics approached, Vogue flew its team the considerable distance to Australia. In Victoria, the weather is always unpredictable, so Vogue chose an all-year-round combination of colourful chunky-knitted sweaters in pink and lavender (with vivid under-collars), worn stylishly with contrasting slim-tapered slacks. All by Jaeger and perfect, said Vogue, [...]

Marilyn Monroe with flower

Published on 2012-05-02 08:37:06

Related Posts Vogue 1955: Couture Ballet Grace Kelly in 1956 Penelope Tree Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Marilyn Monroe, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, flower, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, ring, vintage

Marion Davies

Published on 2012-05-02 07:36:07

Related Posts Pina Menichellie Theda Bara Anita Page Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Cinema, Marion Davies, movies, Photo, silent, silver screen

1930s circus clowns

Published on 2012-05-02 02:39:21

Related Posts Showgirl at Barnum & Bailey 1946 1950s Circus Performers #2 Outdoor Circus: Aspen Colorado, 1977 Filed under: 1930s, Real Life, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, circus, Photo, vintage

Jean Shrimpton by Richard Avedon, 1968

Published on 2012-05-01 13:04:02

Source: They Roared Vintage Related Posts Mary Jane Russell Macys 1964 Elke Sommer Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Jean Shrimpton, Models, Photographers, Richard Avedon, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, Jean Shrimpton, Photo, Richard Avedon, vintage

Photo by Alfred Eisenstaedt, 1930s

Published on 2012-05-01 12:58:31

Source: They Roared Vintage Related Posts British rock singer Rod Stewart, with his horse, Mia, 1973 UK Vogue 1971 Washington Tidal Basin Beauty Contest, 1922 Filed under: 1930s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Alfred Eisenstaedt, lace, Photo, veil, vintage

Advert for Chen Yu Nail Polish, 1940

Published on 2012-05-01 12:55:43

Advert for Chen Yu chip proof lacquer for nails 1940. Source The Vintage Traveler Related Posts Jane Birkin 1969 Pierre Cardin late 1960s photoshoot Jean Patchett 1951 Filed under: 1940s, Advertising, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, advert, art, Cosmetics, fashion, nail varnish, vintage

1920s follies

Published on 2012-05-01 12:44:35

Related Posts Anne Lee Patterson, Ziegfield Follies Ziegfield Follies by Alfred Cheney Johnston Ziegfield Follies by Alfred Cheney Johnston, 1934 Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, follies, naked, Paris, Photo, vintage

Veronica Lake in army uniform

Published on 2012-05-01 12:42:18

Related Posts Vogue Cover February 1951 1952 Fashion Photograph Vogue 1968 by David Bailey Filed under: 1940s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, Photo, uniform, Veronica Lake, vintage

1950s Advert: Paris Effervescence…

Published on 2012-05-01 07:49:00

Feel as bubbly as vintage champagne in a billowy ballerina skirt, designed by Alline. You’ll dance with lighter heart in pearl-tufted rayon satin, frothed with over skirts of nylon net… Holidays will seem merrier in a rustling rayon maire with provocative can can ruffles. Related Posts 1950s Chanel No 5 Advert Ship’n Shore advert 1952 [...]

Vintage Lookbook: Sixties Shapes

Published on 2012-05-01 05:41:22

Get a splash of sixties mod-style solid shapes and swirls, bold hearts, apples and melons… Clockwise from top left: Moschino Cheap and Chic Apple-appliquéd crepe dress, Tatty Devine Large melon cantaloupe necklace, Tatty Devine Large melon cantaloupe necklace ,White round-frame acetate sunglasses by Prada, Mel Apple Mid Wedge Sandal in Black. Filed under: Vintage, Vintage [...]

1960s Fashion

Published on 2012-05-01 02:32:29

Related Posts Jean Shrimpton in Mary Quant 1960s Mademoiselle Magazine Nena von Schlebrugge Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, Photo, sixties, vintage

Vintage Lookbook: 70s Rudi Gernreich vs 2012 Agent Provocateur

Published on 2012-04-30 15:03:29

Isn’t it strange how cyclical fashion is? I was really (pleasantly!) surprised to see how similar this swimsuit by Agent Provocateur is to a Rudi Gernreich cut-out swimsuit worn by Peggy Moffit in 1971. All you need is a splash of eyeliner and some false lashes and you’re back in mod heaven! From top: Peggy [...]

Ginger Rogers

Published on 2012-04-30 12:57:23

Related Posts Ginger Rogers Vintage Lookbook: Ginger Rogers Ginger Rogers, 1936 by Horst P Horst Filed under: 1930s, Cinema, Ginger Rogers, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Cinema, Ginger Rogers, movie, vintage

Playboy Cover 1971

Published on 2012-04-30 07:55:42

Related Posts Playboy cover from May 1967 Vintage Playboy Cover 1968 1970s Playboy Filed under: 1970s, Magazines, Playboy, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, Cover, Playboy, vintage

Vintage Style Heroes: Andi B. Goode

Published on 2012-04-30 05:13:28

Andi B. Goode (real name Andrea) is a forties- and fifties-loving girl from Adelaide, South Australia, whose lips were just made for red lipstick. I’ve got serious pout-envy! She blogs about vintage and vintage lifestyle on her blog AndiBGoode.com What inspires your vintage look? I spend a lot of time watching movies so I get [...]

Mia Farrow in Rosemary’s Baby, circa 1968

Published on 2012-04-30 02:48:32

Related Posts Anita Ekberg by Phil Stern Marilyn keeping warm Liz Taylor & Richard Burton Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Cinema, Mia Farrow, movie, Photo, rosemarys baby

Vintage Lookbook: 1950s-Style Leopard Print

Published on 2012-04-29 14:56:47

Chic and elegant, there’s nothing like a spot (geddit…?) of leopard print to make an outfit. That plus a slash of smooth red lipstick and you’re guaranteed to look stylish! I’ve just bought this very lippy and I feel well dressed the minute I put it on! Clockwise from top left: Leopard Satin Bow Skinny [...]

Josephine Baker in an enormous dress

Published on 2012-04-29 12:44:09

Related Posts Josephine Baker Josephine Baker 1920s bathing beauties Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, dress, fashion, gown, Josephine Baker, vintage

Gene Tierney in a bathing suit

Published on 2012-04-29 07:38:59

Related Posts Gene Tierney Cyd Charisse in a bikini Charlie´s Angels, 1976 Filed under: 1940s, Cinema, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, Cinema, Gene Tierney, movie, Photo, swimsuit, swimwear, vintage

Afternoon tea and wonderful hats, 1950s

Published on 2012-04-29 02:46:38

Related Posts Photo by Erwin Blumenfeld, May 1953 Evening Dress with Gloves Vogue January 1950 by Irving Penn Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, fifties, gloves, hats, Photo, vintage

1930s fashion

Published on 2012-04-28 12:30:38

Filed under: 1930s, Cars, Fashion, Real Life, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, car, fashion, hat, Photo, vintage

Evening gown designed by Norman Hartnell, 1924.

Published on 2012-04-28 12:13:28

Source: They Roared Vintage Filed under: 1920s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, fan, fashion, feathers, Photo, style, vintage

Vintage Lookbook: Summer Fun 50s Style

Published on 2012-04-28 12:10:16

Clockwise from top left: Pink Cat Eye Sunglasses With Cut Away Detail by ASOS, Style on a stick necklace by Modcloth, Leather & Suede Leaf Sandals by CHARLOTTE OLYMPIA, Lily Hair Clip by ASOS, Playsuit In Car Print by ASOS Filed under: Vintage, Vintage Lookbook Tagged: 1950s, ASOS, cat eye sunglasses, flower, lollipop, look book, [...]

Vintage Lookbook: Dressing Lauren Hutton

Published on 2012-04-28 10:14:37

Get your cool 70s vibe on by channeling the style of Lauren Hutton. Clockwise from top left: Helmut Lang Vega Pants, Bow-embellished halterneck swimsuit by Miu Miu, Butterfly-frame acetate sunglasses by Prada, Multi Heart Stone Stud Earrings by ASOS Filed under: Lauren Hutton, Vintage Lookbook Tagged: 1970s, 70s, fashion, Lauren Hutton, look book, lookbook, Miu Miu, prada, [...]

Fred & Ginger in full swing

Published on 2012-04-28 07:51:17

A gorgeous still of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers dancing – does anyone know which movie this is from? Related Posts Fred Astaire Dancing Ginger Rogers Cyd Charisse Filed under: 1930s, Cinema, Ginger Rogers, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Dance, dancing, Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers, movies, Photo, vintage

Veronica Lake, 1947

Published on 2012-04-28 05:26:16

Related Posts Lucille Ball, 1943 A 1948 Movie Poster for The Red Shoes Lauren Bacall 1945 Filed under: 1940s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, Cinema, movie, Photo, Veronica Lake, vintage

Vogue Cover September 1966: Celia Hammond?

Published on 2012-04-28 02:45:47

Vogue Cover September 1966, I think this is Celia Hammond? Related Posts 1964, Celia Hammond models a spotted tulle headdress by YSL Celia Hammond 1976 by Terence Donnovan Pattie Boyd and Celia Hammond, 1965 Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Jewellery, Magazines, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1960s, 1966, bracelet, Cover, fashion, rings, vintage, Vogue, watch

Win a Retro 40s Red Dress

Published on 2012-04-27 14:49:12

This week’s prize has been offered by Daddy-O’s, a fabulous one stop shop for rockabilly & swing clothes, bowling shirts, lounge wear and vintage inspired clothing! The Prize: This amazing dress by Stop Staring looks like it could have walked right out of a 1940′s movie. The red dress has criss-cross gathering just under the [...]

Janet Leigh, 1951

Published on 2012-04-27 12:29:41

Jumpology by Philippe Halsman Related Posts The Cat Girl, Lilly Christine, 1953 Audrey Hepburn, 1955 Duke and Duchess of Windsor, 1956 Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Philippe Halsman, Photographers, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, janet leigh, jump, Jumpology, phillipe halsman, Photo, photography, swimsuit, swimwear, vintage

Vintage 1960s Pucci

Published on 2012-04-27 07:26:43

Related Posts Pucci 1964 Pucci 1967 Sardinia Pucci Dress by John French Filed under: 1960s, Designers, Fashion, Jewellery, Pucci, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, earrings, fashion, model, Photo, Pucci, sixties, tiger, vintage

Audrey Hepburn

Published on 2012-04-27 02:22:50

Related Posts Audrey Hepburn and Pippin the fawn deer Shirley Maclaine at a dress fitting for the 1959 Oscars Grace Kelly by Blumenfeld Filed under: 1950s, Audrey Hepburn, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Audrey Hepburn, Beauty, fashion, Photo, style, vintage

Pin up girl in a pink bikini

Published on 2012-04-26 12:18:41

Pin up art of a girl in a pink bikini and sun hat by Joyce Ballantyne Related Posts The very perky Bettie Page Pin up girl with goldfish by Edward Runci Be His Pin-Up Girl Filed under: Pin-up girls, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: bikini, hat, Joyce Ballantyne, pin up art, pin-up, vintage

Vintage Lookbook: Lolita

Published on 2012-04-26 11:35:01

Clockwise from top left: Apple Fascinator Hat, Petite Exclusive Mini Dress With Tie Back, Round Sunglasses With Metal Bridge Detail, Open Heart Drop Earring all by ASOS Filed under: Vintage, Vintage Lookbook Tagged: ASOS, fascinator, fashion, lolita, look book, lookbook, red, sunglasses, vintage

Rod Stewart and David Bowie, 1975

Published on 2012-04-26 07:14:19

Rod Stewart and David Bowie in 1975 after Rod’s Madison Square Garden concert. Related Posts Ziggy Stardust getting ready Britt Ekland & Rod Stewart Rod Stewart Rocking Some Mint Green Satin Trousers Filed under: 1970s, David Bowie, Music, Rod Stewart, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, 1975, concert, David Bowie, fashion, music, Photo, Rod Stewart, vintage

Pina Menichellie

Published on 2012-04-26 02:11:34

Related Posts Washington Tidal Basin Beauty Contest, 1922 Lillian Gish Clara Bow Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Cinema, movies, Photo, Pina Menichellie, silent movies, twenties, vintage

Leonard Nimoy as Spock, 1960s

Published on 2012-04-25 14:07:09

Related Posts Leonard Nimoy in makeup, 1960s Raquel Welch in a publicity shot for ‘One Million Years BC’ 1968 Goldie Hawn by Bert Stern Filed under: 1960s, Cars, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Dr Spock, Leonard Nimoy, Photo, sixties, Spock, Star Trek, vintage

Project #1: 50s & pin up inspired

Published on 2012-04-25 10:20:07

Another great entry for our Project 1 Pinterest competition came in today, a 50s and pin up -inspired board by Lisa Sparkles – fab isn’t it! If you’re on Pinterest (and even if you’re not yet) and you fancy a go why not create your own board? Entries close on Saturday, so don’t forget to [...]

Wallis Simpson, 1942

Published on 2012-04-25 07:02:54

1942 – Wallis Simpson wearing a blue printed dress and red belt outside Goverment House in Nassau, the Bahamas. Related Posts March 1946, Vogue by John Rawlings Model in Christian Dior Dress Abandon, 1948/1949 by Willy Maywald Ann Sothern Filed under: 1940s, Famous People, Fashion, Jewellery, Vintage, Wallis Simpson Tagged: 1940s, Bahamas, Duchess of Windsor, [...]

Grace Kelly

Published on 2012-04-25 02:06:02

Related Posts Marilyn Grace Kelly on the set of High Society Marlon Brando and Eva Marie Saint Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Grace Kelly, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, bow, fifties, Grace Kelly, Photo, vintage

1950s fashion photo by Melvin Sokolsky

Published on 2012-04-24 14:23:07

Related Posts Dorothea McGowan by Melvin Sokolsky, 1965 Iconic bubble photographs by Melvin Sokolsky White Room, for Vogue, 1963 Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Melvin Sokolsky, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, fifties, gloves, hat, Melvin Sokolsky, Photo, vintage

Photo by David Bailey, 1968

Published on 2012-04-24 14:14:25

Related Posts Vogue, April 1976 by David Bailey Vogue April 1969 Moyra Swan by David Bailey Vogue 1968 by David Bailey Filed under: 1960s, David Bailey, Fashion, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, belt, David Bailey, fashion, flowers, hat, sixties, vintage

Richard Nixon, 1955

Published on 2012-04-24 12:34:44

Jumpology by Philippe Halsman. Source: vintage everyday Related Posts The Cat Girl, Lilly Christine, 1953 Audrey Hepburn, 1955 Duke and Duchess of Windsor, 1956 Filed under: 1950s, Philippe Halsman, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fifties, Jumpology, Photo, photography, Richard Nixon, vintage

Sue Murray Vogue 1965

Published on 2012-04-24 07:26:56

Source: Child of the Moon Related Posts Vogue Cover, August 1942 Vogue – January 1949 Donna Mitchell photographed in a metallic mini-dress Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Magazines, Models, Susan Murray, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1960s, fashion, magazine, sixties, Sue Murray, Susan Murray, vintage, Vogue

Vintage Lookbook: Elizabeth Taylor as Cleopatra

Published on 2012-04-24 04:32:46

I watched Liz Taylor’s Cleopatra a few days ago in HD and it was just amazing – the colours, clarity and opulence were astonishing, especially for a movie which was filmed nearly 50 years ago. It’s still the most expensive movie ever made, and you can really see why! This is my lookbook tribute to [...]

Elsa Martinelli by David Bailey, Vogue December 1965

Published on 2012-04-24 02:51:14

David Bailey photographs a crowd of entertainers including Shirley MacLaine, Catherine Deneuve, Julie Christie and Elsa Martinelli: “Some of them are original, some are beautiful, some of them are comic and others, for no apparent reason, are idolised by millions. All of them possess the mysterious power of attracting people who do not know them [...]

Miriam Hopkins on the cover of Vogue, January 1935

Published on 2012-04-23 12:16:23

Related Posts Jean Shrimpton’s First Vogue Cover, June 1962 Vogue Cover June 1934 Makeup by Mary Quant, Vogue 1972 Filed under: 1930s, Cars, Fashion, Magazines, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1930s, cars, fashion, Miriam Hopkins, retro, vintage, Vogue

Lauren Hutton, 1975

Published on 2012-04-23 07:08:49

Related Posts Donna Mitchell by Avedon, 1971 Marie Helvin Joanna Lumley Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Lauren Hutton, Models, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, fashion, model, Photo, vintage

Project #1: Grace Kelly’s Summer Style

Published on 2012-04-23 04:22:32

I love this entry to our Project #1 Pinterest competition which has been inspired by the amazing Grace Kelly: Inspired by Grace Kelly’s summer style. Always classic. Modern pieces mixed with vintage pieces, it’s easy to recreate the look and wear it your way today. Entries close on Saturday, so don’t forget to create your [...]

Ginger Rogers

Published on 2012-04-23 02:00:53

Related Posts Ginger Rogers, 1936 by Horst P Horst Fred & Ginger in Swing Time, 1936 Ginger Rogers in Gold Diggers of 1933 Filed under: 1930s, Cinema, Ginger Rogers, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, bow, Cinema, fashion, Ginger Rogers, hairstyle, movie

6 Decades of Shades

Published on 2012-04-22 13:45:34

I can’t decide which of these is my favourite – I think it’s the goggle-style sunglasses as worn by Audrey Hepburn – what about you? From top: Ginger Rogers sunbathing in 1930s round-framed sunglasses, blue reclaimed vintage 1940s-style sunglasses, Mint green cat eye wing sunglasses and black version of the same by ASOS, Oliver Goldsmith [...]

Audrey Hepburn

Published on 2012-04-22 12:56:41

Related Posts Audrey Hepburn and Pippin the fawn deer Vintage lookbook: Audrey Hepburn’s all black 1950s look Audrey Hepburn in Givenchy 1966 Filed under: 1950s, Audrey Hepburn, Cinema, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Audrey Hepburn, Cinema, earrings, hairstyle, style, vintage

Playboy cover from May 1967

Published on 2012-04-22 06:52:10

Related Posts Playboy (1961) Vargas Vintage Playboy Cover 1968 1970s Playboy Filed under: 1960s, Magazines, Playboy, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, cars, f1, fashion, grand prix, magazine, Playboy, retro, sixties, vintage

1920s bathing beauties

Published on 2012-04-22 02:51:09

Related Posts 1961 Mademoiselle Magazine 1975 Crochet Lace Mini Bikini 1960s Swimwear Filed under: 1920s, Fashion, Real Life, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, fashion, swimsuit, swimwear, vintage

1940s Fashion

Published on 2012-04-21 12:33:02

Related Posts 1940s Cigarette Girl Erwin Blumenfeld’s 1945 Vogue cover: ‘Red Cross’ From 1945 Vogue Filed under: 1940s, Fashion, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, bow, bows, bracelet, earrings, fashion, Photo, style, vintage

Marilyn wearing jeans, laughing

Published on 2012-04-21 07:27:18

Related Posts Debbie does Denim Cindy Crawford Marilyn in a yellow bikini Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Marilyn Monroe, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, cowboy boots, jeans, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Mountains, Photo, vintage

1952, Model with large wooden boats

Published on 2012-04-21 02:23:20

ca. 1952. Model in a reversible striped silk Shantung shirt by Bonnie Cashin, standing on a beach with large wooden boats. Image by © Condé Nast Archive/CORBIS Related Posts 1952, Model wearing yellow linen smock Christmas Presents, December 1953 Brigitte Bardot At The Cannes Film Festival, 1955 Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, [...]

Jayne Mansfield, 1953

Published on 2012-04-20 12:19:02

From the Jumpology series of photos by Philippe Halsman Related Posts Audrey Hepburn, 1955 Duke and Duchess of Windsor, 1956 Grace Kelly, 1959 Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Jayne Mansfield, Philippe Halsman, Photographers, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fifties, Jayne Mansfield, jump, Jumpology, Philippe Halsman, Photo, vintage

Vogue January 1950 by Irving Penn

Published on 2012-04-20 07:15:43

Related Posts Beauty Bulletin, Francoise Rubartelli by Irving Penn Anne St Marie by Irving Penn Irving Penn Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Irving Penn, Magazines, Photographers, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1950s, fan, fashion, gloves, Irving Penn, vintage, Vogue

Win this Vintage French ‘Bally Kick’ Poster

Published on 2012-04-20 03:48:49

For this week’s competition prize, I’m happy to be able to offer this beautiful vintage French fashion poster thanks to PosterClassics.com, who are one of the largest sellers of Vintage Poster art on the Web since 1997. The poster, known as Bally “KICK”, measures 16 x 24 inches and is an original 1980s poster mounted [...]

Sue Murray Vogue 1967

Published on 2012-04-20 02:08:49

Source: Child of the Moon Related Posts English Eyes: A London Luv Story Susan Murray, 1965 by David Bailey From 1966 Vogue Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Magazines, Models, Susan Murray, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1960s, 1967, fashion, hat, Photo, Sue Murray, Susan Murray, vintage, Vogue

Vintage Lookbook: Ginger Rogers

Published on 2012-04-19 16:08:55

From top left: Deco Diva Dress by Stop Staring!, Knotted Bow Brooch by Dior, ‘S Marvelous Heel by ModCloth Filed under: Cinema, Ginger Rogers, Vintage, Vintage Lookbook Tagged: 1930s, 30s, fashion, Ginger Rogers, lookbook, vintage

Project #1: A night out in the 1950s

Published on 2012-04-19 12:35:06

Here’s dreaming of a stylish night out in the 1950s: a beautiful red cynched-waist ball gown, white gloves á la Audrey Hepburn, attitude courtesy of Anne St Maire, and destination Paris.. *sigh* Oh, and not forgetting a personal style consultation from the legendary Christian Dior. How’s your Pinterest vintage lookbook coming on? If you’ve got [...]

Claudette Colbert 1934

Published on 2012-04-19 12:01:14

Source: Only Art Related Posts Fred Astaire Dancing Helen Bennett modeling in Seligmann Gallery, 1938 Ginger Rogers, 1936 by Horst P Horst Filed under: 1930s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Claudette Colbert, fashion, Photo, style, vintage

Harry Ekman Pinup

Published on 2012-04-19 07:16:51

A pinup by Harry Ekman saucily knitting a jumper! Related Posts Pin up girl by Billy de Vorss Fairgound pin up girl by Edward Runci Pin up girl with goldfish by Edward Runci Filed under: Pin-up girls, Vintage Tagged: jumper, knitting, Painting, picture, pin-up, stockings, sweater, vintage

60′s Emilio Pucci

Published on 2012-04-19 02:31:04

Related Posts Iconic bubble photographs by Melvin Sokolsky 1960′s Leombruno-Bodi ,Woman Dining with Cheetah 1967 Vogue Filed under: 1960s, Designers, Fashion, Pucci, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, hat, helmet, Photo, Pucci, vintage

Audrey Hepburn and Cary Grant on the set of Charade

Published on 2012-04-18 12:28:00

Source: All About Audrey Related Posts Cary Grant & Sunny Harnett, 1959 Cary Grant And Kim Novak At The Cannes Film Festival, 1959 Audrey Hepburn, 1955 Filed under: 1960s, Audrey Hepburn, Cary Grant, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960, 1960s, Audrey Hepburn, Cary Grant, Charade, Cinema, film, Photo, vintage

Competition winners

Published on 2012-04-18 12:25:47

I’ve got 2 winners to announce again today! The winner of the $100 Gift Voucher for Chelsea Girl Vintage is: Toni Congratulations Toni – don’t try altering your prize yourself We’ve passed your details onto Chelsea Girl vintage and they’ll be in touch with you to arrange delivery of your prize shortly! The winner of Style Me Vintage: Clothes [...]

Anyone for Tennis makes the top 10 Sporty-Chic Style

Published on 2012-04-18 12:18:32

Yay, my vintage lookbook: Anyone for Tennis? made it into the top 10 of IFB’s Project Round Up: Play Ball – Sporty-Chic Style. Did you submit a blog post for this project too? My favourite is Hoxton’s Getting sporty without breaking a sweat (No. 5 on the list). Filed under: Vintage Lookbook Tagged: fashion, IFB, [...]

Forquet Wood Coat, 1966

Published on 2012-04-18 07:25:28

ca. 1966. Model wearing striped and patterned wraparound wool coat by Forquet. Image by © Condé Nast Archive/CORBIS Related Posts Corduroy Coat Model wearing a gray officers type coat: 1944 Fashion for Vogue, Florence, 1964 Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, coat, fashion, Forquet, hat, Photo, vintage, wool coat

Project #1: Bond, James Bond

Published on 2012-04-18 04:31:55

I love Too Dreamy‘s Bond-inspired vintage lookbook for Project #1. The Bond era in all its glory, the 1960s. Saluting the fashion, people, and icons of this era with a dose of John Barry and Shirley Bassey for your listening pleasure. How’s your project coming on? Don’t forget to get pinning and get involved, which [...]

Marilyn, doing a shoulder stand

Published on 2012-04-18 02:22:15

Related Posts Oahu, Hawaii, 1972 Paulene Stone Modeling Beachwear Outdoor Circus: Aspen Colorado, 1977 Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Marilyn Monroe, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, gymnastics, Marilyn, swimsuit, vintage

Vintage Lookbook: Swimwear

Published on 2012-04-17 16:30:02

Channel vintage bathing beauties next time you hit the beach, in a low-cut swimsuit (either strapless, or with a sweetheart halter) a big chic hat, some sky-high wedges and, of course, cat eye sunglasses! Clockwise from top left: The Row Cat Eye Sunglasses by The Row, Bathing Beauty One Piece In Cherry Pie by Esther [...]

Ava Gardner

Published on 2012-04-17 12:20:02

Related Posts Ava Gardner Marilyn Monroe, 1949, Age 23 Betty Grable Halloween Pinup Filed under: 1940s, Ava Gardner, Cinema, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, Ava Gardner, brooch, color, colour, movie, Photo, vintage

Audrey wearing Paco Rabanne in a still from Two For The Road, 1967

Published on 2012-04-17 12:18:04

1967, Audrey Hepburn in the film “Two For The Road” (Photo by Popperfoto/Getty Images) Related Posts Gina Lollobrigida Elizabeth Taylor and Montgomery Clift Bebe Daniels Filed under: 1960s, Audrey Hepburn, Cinema, Designers, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Audrey Hepburn, Cinema, Paco Rabanne, Photo, sixties, still, Two For the Road, vintage

Marilyn as Lorelei

Published on 2012-04-17 07:11:15

Related Posts Costume design for Zsa Zsa Gabor in ‘3 Ring Circus’, 1954 Natalie Wood Lana Turner for The Prodigal, 1955 Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Marilyn Monroe, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, costume, fan, feathers, gloves, Lorelei, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, showgirl, vintage

Project #1: Sixties Style

Published on 2012-04-17 03:32:15

This is my Pinterest vintage look for the Vintage Project #1 – what are you doing for yours? I can’t wait to see everyone’s entries! Don’t forget, the best 5 entries win a copy of Wearable Vintage Fashion – go get pinning everyone! If you’ve got no idea what I’m talking about, please see this [...]

Summer Pleasures for Sunny Days, June 1960

Published on 2012-04-17 02:08:21

Related Posts Straw Hat with Flower John French Nina von Schlebrugge and Sphinx, Egypt, 1963 White Feather Hat Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fan, fashion, gloves, hat, Photo, sixties, vintage

Anyone for tennis? 1950s style…

Published on 2012-04-16 13:53:46

If anyone’s going to make me be sporty, please let me stay chic (and wear Stella McCartney) while I do it… Inspired by IFB project 43: Play Ball Sporty-Chic Style. Clockwise from left: Tennis Dress by ADIDAS BY STELLA MCCARTNEY, Cat Eye Sunglasses by The Row, sun Visor foldable cap wide brim roll up hat [...]

Balmain, 1955

Published on 2012-04-16 12:04:37

ca. 1955. Model wearing button-back skirt and sealskin slip-cover cape, with gloves and handbag, all by Balmain. Image by © Condé Nast Archive/CORBIS Related Posts Pierre Balmain Evening Gown 1961 Balmain Evening Gown 1955 Christian Dior’s New Look 1947 Filed under: 1950s, Designers, Fashion, Pierre Balmain, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Balmain, fashion, fifties, Photo, style, vintage

Washington Tidal Basin Beauty Contest, 1922

Published on 2012-04-16 07:05:59

Washington Tidal Basin Beauty Contest — August 5, 1922. Source: Vintage Everyday Related Posts Theda Bara Anita Page 1927, Wallis Simpson at 30 Filed under: 1920s, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Beauty, beauty contest, fashion, Photo, vintage

Vogue, April 1976 by David Bailey

Published on 2012-04-16 02:02:58

Related Posts Vogue April 1969 Moyra Swan by David Bailey Jane Birkin, Vogue 1965 (Photo by David Bailey) Marie Helvin in Yuki, Vogue, 1976 Filed under: 1970s, David Bailey, Fashion, Magazines, Photographers, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1970s, Cover, David Bailey, fashion, magazine, vintage, Vogue

Vintage Lookbook: Styling Jean Shrimpton

Published on 2012-04-15 14:53:06

Clockwise from top left: Midnight Bird Song Dress by ModCloth, Velour Felt Hat by BORSALINO, Vintage Cream Puff Glove by ModCloth, ‘whisker’ Pump by Stuart Weitzman Filed under: Jean Shrimpton, Vintage, Vintage Lookbook Tagged: 1960s, cloche, fashion, gloves, hat, Jean Shrimpton, kitten heels, lookbook, sixties, vintage

Anita Ekberg by Phil Stern

Published on 2012-04-15 12:59:59

Source: Nifty Fifties Related Posts Anita Ekberg Catherine Denueve before a press conference Joanna Lumley Filed under: 1960s, Anita Ekberg, Cinema, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Anita Ekberg, Phil Stern, Photo, sixties, vintage

Vogue Cover, January 1957

Published on 2012-04-15 07:56:16

Related Posts 1935 Vogue cover by Cecil Beaton Vogue UK, December 1956 Vogue Cover, August 1942 Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Jewellery, Magazines, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1950s, Cover, earrings, fashion, fifties, Jewellery, necklace, Photo, vintage, Vogue

Edie Sedgwick in Givenchy, 1966

Published on 2012-04-15 02:10:51

ca. March 15, 1966, New York City, New York, USA Bodysuit by Venus; flower studded stockings by Givenchy. Image by © Condé Nast Archive/Corbis Related Posts Edie Sedgwick 1966 Edie Sedgwick 1966 Audrey in Givenchy driving gear from How To Steal A Million, 1966 Filed under: 1960s, Designers, Edie Sedgwick, Fashion, Givenchy, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, [...]

Audrey Hepburn and Pippin the fawn deer

Published on 2012-04-14 12:06:34

Beverly Hills, California, 1958: Pippin, the little fawn deer, sleeping in Audrey Hepburn’s arms. It felt safe and secure with Audrey, whose natural inner calmness contributed to this unique relationship. The deer lived with Audrey for weeks before filming would begin on Green Mansions, so it would follow Audrey in the film. Photo by Bob [...]

1967, Udaipur, India

Published on 2012-04-14 07:01:41

ca. 1967, Udaipur, India. Model in Jag Niwas, an island palace in the Rajasthan region of India, wearing yellow high-waisted dress of yellow Indian cotton by Rudi Gernreich. Image by © Condé Nast Archive/CORBIS Related Posts Anne Gunning Outside the City Palace, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India, 1956 Veil and Indian Shore Temple, Anne Gunning, 1956 Henry [...]

Vintage Project #1

Published on 2012-04-14 04:18:03

I’m totally in love with Pinterest at the moment – if you haven’t discovered it yet, it’s a big online pinboard where you pin all your favourite pictures to share with friends – so I’m experimenting with a new kind of competition. I’ve got 5 copies of the great Wearable Vintage Fashion to giveaway. My [...]

Books: Wearable Vintage Fashion

Published on 2012-04-14 04:17:46

A great new vintage book arrived on my doorstep a few days ago: Wearable Vintage Fashion by Jo Waterhouse & Clare Bridge. This book is a real find for anyone who is looking to get into vintage: whether you want to adopt a 1950s look for every day, find a great 1920s fancy-dress outfit, or [...]

Marilyn

Published on 2012-04-14 02:56:54

Related Posts Beautiful Marilyn Marilyn by Bert Stern Marilyn at Home, Hollywood, 1953 Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Marilyn Monroe, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, bikini, body stocking, fifties, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, vintage

1961, By the good ship Oriana

Published on 2012-04-13 14:49:25

ca. 1961. Model at the harbour next to the ship Oriana, greeting someone in the distance, wearing khaki travel suit by Frederick Starke. Image by © Condé Nast Archive/CORBIS Related Posts London 1961 Queen Magazine, August 1960 White hat with bow, photo John French. London, UK, 1960s Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, [...]

The Cat Girl, Lilly Christine, 1953

Published on 2012-04-13 10:45:45

Jumpology by Philippe Halsman Source: vintage everyday Related Posts Duke and Duchess of Windsor, 1956 Grace Kelly, 1959 Marilyn Monroe and Philippe Halsman, 1954 Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Philippe Halsman, Photographers, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Jumpology, Lilly Christine, Philippe Halsman, photos, vintage

Win a Stop Staring dress

Published on 2012-04-13 06:46:12

This week’s competition prize is your choice of cocktail dresses from Stop Staring – the celebrity go-to brand for retro styling on the red carpet! Their beautiful vintage dresses are inspired by the 1940s and 1950s. Please note that this week’s competition is only available to residents of the USA, which sadly means I can’t [...]

Vintage lookbook: Audrey Hepburn’s all black 1950s look

Published on 2012-04-13 03:59:16

Clockwise from top left: Gold & Pearl Stud Earrings by Steel Orchids, The Row Cat Eye Sunglasses by The Row, Black Body by Maison Martin Margiel, All Black Footwear Ballet Flats Women On Yoox.com, Capri Trouser by Gucci Filed under: Audrey Hepburn, Vintage, Vintage Lookbook Tagged: 1950s, Audrey Hepburn, ballet flats, capri pants, capri trousers, [...]

Jean Shrimpton’s First Vogue Cover, June 1962

Published on 2012-04-13 02:40:17

Related Posts Jean Shrimpton Vintage Vogue Jean Shrimpton in Mary Quant Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Jean Shrimpton, Jewellery, Magazines, Models, Photography, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1960s, Cover, Jean Shrimpton, magazine, sixties, vintage, Vogue

Shirley Maclaine at a dress fitting for the 1959 Oscars

Published on 2012-04-12 12:56:33

Related Posts Grace Kelly and Marlon Brando at the 1955 Oscars Elizabeth Taylor at the Oscars in 1961 Audrey Hepburn with her Oscar in 1953 Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Academy Awards, gown, Oscars, Photo, Shirley Maclaine, vintage

Grace Kelly on the set of High Society

Published on 2012-04-12 07:52:16

Related Posts Marilyn on a beach Swimming by John Rawlings Cyd Charisse covering Soldier Magazine Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Grace Kelly, Photography, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Grace Kelly, High Society, Photo, swimsuit, swimwear

My land girl inspired lookbook made the top 10! Woop woop!

Published on 2012-04-12 03:01:44

What a nice start to the day, by discovering my Land Girl inspired festival look made the top 10 in IFB Project Round Up #42: Show Us Your Festival Style. If you fancy seeing the rest of the top 10 they’re listed here – my favourite is this outfit for the Goodwood Festival of Speed, [...]

Vogue Cover June 1934

Published on 2012-04-12 02:48:11

Related Posts The ideal 1930s figure Vogue 1930s Vogue August 1939 Filed under: 1930s, Fashion, Magazines, Photography, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1930s, Cover, fashion, magazine, vintage, Vogue

Vintage Lookbook: The Swinging Sixties

Published on 2012-04-11 14:49:28

Clockwise from top left: Vintage pink, orange & yellow Erlebacher dress by ModCloth, Corrie Williamson white & wood square bangles by ASOS, Illamasqua Theatre Of The Namless False Lashes by ASOS, Vintage All Bright Now by ModCloth Filed under: Vintage, Vintage Lookbook Tagged: 1960s, bangles, dress, Eyelashes, fashion, lookbook, mod, outfit, shoes, vintage, yellow

Be His Pin-Up Girl

Published on 2012-04-11 12:22:17

Jergens Face Powder Advert, Be His Pin-up Girl (1943) by Vargas Related Posts Suzy Parker in 1957 Coty advertisement Marilyn Monroe in Westmore Cosmetics Advert Vogue March 1944 Filed under: 1940s, Advertising, Pin-up girls, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, advert, Cosmetics, makeup, pin up girl, pin-up, Vargas, vintage

Young Clint Eastwood

Published on 2012-04-11 07:17:14

Related Posts A young Clint Eastwood to brighten your afternoon… Betty Grable Halloween Pinup Joanna Lumley Filed under: 1950s, Clint Eastwood, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Cinema, Clint Eastwood, fifties, movies, Photo, vintage

Audrey Hepburn in Givenchy 1966

Published on 2012-04-11 02:11:41

Related Posts Audrey in Givenchy driving gear from How To Steal A Million, 1966 Hepburn in a tiara Audrey Hepburn in Vogue 1964 Filed under: 1960s, Audrey Hepburn, Cinema, Designers, Fashion, Givenchy, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Audrey Hepburn, Givenchy, hat, Oliver Goldsmith, Photo, sunglasses, vintage

1951, white satin gown, mink stole, and pearls

Published on 2012-04-10 12:45:23

ca. 1951. Model wearing Manguin’s white satin gown, mink stole, and pearls. Image by © Condé Nast Archive/CORBIS Related Posts Evelynn Tripp, photographed by John Rawlings 1951 Queen Magazine, August 1960 1960s Fashion Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Jewellery, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, fifties, gloves, gown, Jewellery, pearls, Photo, vintage

Marilyn

Published on 2012-04-10 07:40:52

Related Posts Marilyn in Niagara Marilyn Monroe from Look magazine (1953) Marilyn in Black Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Marilyn Monroe, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, slide, vintage

Competition Winners

Published on 2012-04-10 05:10:39

I’ve got 2 winners to announce today! The winner of the 60s vintage boho amber necklace is: Denise Soos. Congratulations Denise! We’ve passed your details onto The Stellar Boutique and they’ll be in touch with you to arrange delivery of your prize shortly! The winner of Audrey Hepburn: A Life in Pictures is Catherine M. [...]

Donna Mitchell by Avedon, 1971

Published on 2012-04-10 02:32:18

Donna Mitchell, model. Photo by Avedon. Red fox stole and flower cloche hat by Bill Blass. US Vogue Sept 1971. Related Posts Makeup by Mary Quant, Vogue 1972 Jean Shrimpton by Richard Avedon Penelope Tree by Richard Avedon Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Magazines, Photographers, Photography, Richard Avedon, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1970s, Avedon, Bill Blass, cloche, [...]

Vintage Lookbook: 50s Starlet

Published on 2012-04-09 14:45:20

Inspired by Marilyn and Sophia Loren! Clockwise from top left: Vintage Christian Dior Cut-out Strap Evening Dress by Christian Dior Archive, Cat Eye Sunglasses by The Row, Smoky Prickly Pear Earring by Thomas Laine, Gold Twist Detail Sandal by CASADEI Filed under: Vintage, Vintage Lookbook Tagged: 1950s, Christian Dior, Dior, fifties, gold, gown, Jewellery, jewelry, [...]

Suzi Quatro in a leather bikini, boots & sunglasses

Published on 2012-04-09 12:27:37

Related Posts Suzi Quatro Anita Pallenberg & Mick Jagger Marianne Faithfull Filed under: 1970s, Music, Photography, Suzi Quatro, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, bikini, leather, Photo, sunglasses, Suzi Quatro

Vintage Lookbook: Festival Land Girl

Published on 2012-04-09 11:36:54

Pucci 1964

Published on 2012-04-09 07:21:59

Pink silk georgette hooded cape printed with tribal mask motif by Pucci, 1964 Related Posts Psychedelic 1960s Pucci Marisa Berenson in Pucci, 1967 Pucci 1967 Sardinia Filed under: 1960s, Designers, Fashion, Photography, Pucci, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, cape, fashion, Photo, Pucci, silk, sixties, vintage

1950s Chanel No 5 Advert

Published on 2012-04-09 02:15:59

Vintage Lookbook: Dressing Like Coco Chanel

Published on 2012-04-08 15:29:06

Mmmmm, I love Chanel – well I only own a bottle of Chanel No. 5 and 1 lonely Chanel lipstick, but I’d love to be able to wear Chanel from head to foot. I expecially love this black vintage jumpsuit – just wear with lashings of pearls, dark red lipstick and lashings of attitude! Clockwise [...]

1958 Dior

Published on 2012-04-08 12:39:46

ca. 1958. Model standing in front of lame backdrop, wearing tulle and gold embroidered trapeze dress form Dior. Image by © Condé Nast Archive/CORBIS Related Posts Gala Mitchell in Vogue 1971 Ginger Rogers in Gold Diggers of 1933 1967, Marisa Berenson by Henry Clarke Filed under: 1950s, Christian Dior, Designers, Fashion, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, [...]

Twiggy modeling John Bates for Vogue, 1967

Published on 2012-04-08 07:34:12

Twiggy modeling John Bates for Vogue, 1967 Source: The Swinging Sixties Related Posts Twiggy Lawson Twiggy with Pigtails 1970s Twiggy Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Magazines, Models, Photography, Twiggy, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1960s, fashion, John Bates, Photo, sixties, Twiggy, vintage

Susan Murray

Published on 2012-04-08 02:29:18

Source: Child of the Moon Related Posts Emilio Pucci 1966 Sue Murray, Vogue (1967) From 1966 Vogue Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Models, Photography, Susan Murray, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, model, Sue Murray, Susan Murray, vintage

Vintage Lookbook: 1970s Jumpsuit

Published on 2012-04-07 14:15:51

Staying stylish and cool in the spring sunshine in this 70s inspired outfit… From top left: Bow Trimmed Floppy Hat, Printed Viscose Jersey Jumpsuit by ISSA, Vintage Sunglasses by Christian Dior Vintage, Cork Heel Sandal by SERGIO ROSSI Filed under: Vintage, Vintage Lookbook Tagged: 1970s, fashion, hat, jumsuit, lookbook, platforms, seventies, sunglasses, vintage

Aztec Fashion, 1968

Published on 2012-04-07 12:28:03

Related Posts Strappy Slingbacks by John French 1960s Black Sleevless Dress Belted Chequed Dress, Photo by John French Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, aztec, fashion, photograph, sixties, vintage

1952, Model wearing yellow linen smock

Published on 2012-04-07 07:23:07

ca. 1952, Goreme, Turkey. Model in Goreme, Turkey, wearing fly-front yellow linen smock by Hannah Troy. Image by © Condé Nast Archive/CORBIS Related Posts Fashion photo by Gordon Parks for Lilly Daché, 1952 Louvre, Paris Cocktail outfit by Anne Fogarty, 1952 Filed under: 1950s, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, fifties, Hannah Troy, Photo, vintage

Book Giveaway: Style Me Vintage: Clothes

Published on 2012-04-07 03:10:55

This week I’ve been given a copy of Style Me Vintage: Clothes, a guide to sourcing and creating retro looks by Naomi Thompson to review – and giveaway to one lucky person! This is how the book describes itself: Whether you want to go for complete retro glamour, or just introduce a few key vintage pieces [...]

1952, Cole of California Advert

Published on 2012-04-07 02:14:51

Cole of California swimwear advert starring Esther Williams Related Posts Esther Williams,1945 Esther Williams Sunny Harnett Filed under: 1950s, Advertising, Cinema, Esther Williams, Fashion, Photography, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, advert, cole of california, Esther Williams, fifties, swimsuit, swimwear, vintage

Christmas Presents, December 1953

Published on 2012-04-06 12:13:34

Related Posts Jean Patchett by Louise Dahl-Wolfe, Granada Spain, 1953 Suzy Parker in 1954 Revlon advertisement Suzy Parker Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Jewellery, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Christmas, fashion, fifties, magazine, vintage

Audrey Hepburn, 1955

Published on 2012-04-06 07:08:13

Audrey Hepburn from the iconic Jumpology series of photos by Philippe Halsman Related Posts Grace Kelly, 1959 Marilyn Monroe and Philippe Halsman, 1954 Audrey Hepburn, Chic Woodcutter… Filed under: 1950s, Audrey Hepburn, Cinema, Philippe Halsman, Photographers, Photography, Vintage Tagged: Audrey Hepburn, Jumpology, Philippe Hal

Win $100 Gift Voucher for Chelsea Girl Vintage

Published on 2012-04-06 02:41:07

This week’s competition is courtesy of the inspiring Elisa from Chelsea Girl Vintage Clothing in NYC – $100 gift voucher to spend in her gorgeous online boutique! Chelsea Girl specialises in finding fashion-forward items that defy the notion that vintage is retro, and has been featured in Vogue, Elle, The New York Times, New York [...]

Gina Lollobrigida

Published on 2012-04-06 02:03:02

Related Posts Gina Lollobrigida Lillian Bassman Lillian Bassman: The Line Lengthens, 1955 Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Gina Lollobrigida, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, bikini, Cinema, costume, Gina Lollobrigida, vintage

Vintage Lookbook: 1950s Wedding

Published on 2012-04-05 14:11:49

I instantly fell in love this this vintage Christian Dior silk dress – this is how I think I would wear it, with white gloves of course! I doubt I will be buying it though, as it costs a whopping $4,589 – (whis is reduced from the original price of $5,736, but still…) From top [...]

Marilyn in a yellow bikini

Published on 2012-04-05 12:29:49

Related Posts 1950s Swimwear Elke Sommer, 1967 Lana Turner for The Prodigal, 1955 Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Marilyn Monroe, Pin-up girls, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, beach, bikini, fifties, Marilyn Monroe, swimwear, vintage

Ship’n Shore advert 1952

Published on 2012-04-05 07:20:47

A wonderful way to spend your day! Relax in Ship’n Shore’s newest combed gingham sport blouse. Stained glass colors, ever lovely… ever washable. 1952 Related Posts Vogue August 1939 Swimwear: 1970 Paulene Stone Modelling Beachwear Filed under: 1950s, Advertising, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, advert, fifties, ship'n shore, sunglasses, vintage

Givenchy 1955

Published on 2012-04-05 03:15:16

ca. 1955. Anne St Marie wearing short-sleeved sheath dress with button collar, gloves, hat, and handbag, all by Givenchy. Image by © Condé Nast Archive/CORBIS Related Posts Princess Grace & Pet Poodle 1970 Audrey in Givenchy driving gear from How To Steal A Million, 1966 Moyra Swan in Fanned Givenchy Dress Filed under: 1950s, Anne [...]

1952 Revlon Lipstick Advert

Published on 2012-04-04 10:30:40

Related Posts Suzy Parker in 1954 Revlon advertisement Revlon Advert 1963 Claudia Cardinale, 1960s Filed under: 1950s, Advertising, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, advert, advertisement, Beauty, lipstick, makeup, Revlon, vintage

Grace Kelly by Blumenfeld

Published on 2012-04-04 07:07:02

Grace Kelly inside a gilded frame photographed by Erwin Blumenfeld Related Posts Erwin Blumenfeld’s 1945 Vogue cover: ‘Red Cross’ Victoria von Hagen, April 1954 Tiffany & Co Jewellery, Harper’s Bazaar 1941 Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Erwin Blumenfeld, Fashion, Grace Kelly, Jewellery, Photographers, Photography, Vintage Tagged: Erwin Blumenfeld, grace kellly, Jewellery, jewelry, Photo, vintage

Chanel, Vogue 1952

Published on 2012-04-04 01:54:59

Chanel in Vogue 1952, photographed by Norman Parkinson Related Posts Taj Mahal India Vogue 1956 by Norman Parkinson Riding an Ostrich Nina von Schlebrugge and Sphinx, Egypt, 1963 Filed under: 1950s, Chanel, Designers, Fashion, Magazines, Norman Parkinson, Photographers, Photography, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1950s, Chanel, cigarette, hats, Norman Parkinson, Photo, smoking, vintage, Vogue

Natalie Wood

Published on 2012-04-03 12:50:21

Related Posts Natalie Wood Advert for Haynes Stockings 1960s Black Patent Leather Boots Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Natalie Wood, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Natalie Wood, Photo, vintage

Joan Collins 1950s

Published on 2012-04-03 07:49:43

Source: Nifty Fifties Related Posts Brigitte Bardot At The Cannes Film Festival, 1956 Joanna Lumley Joanna Lumley Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Photography, Vintage Tagged: fashion, Joan Collins, movie, Photo, vintage

Vintage Lookbook: 21st Century Rockabilly

Published on 2012-04-03 06:28:43

This might not be a genuinely vintage rockabilly outfit, but I couldn’t resist adding in those tattoo print shoes and nails. Besides, why not combine the best of vintage with beautiful things from the here-and-now? rather like vintage + blogging Teamed with a black halter top, victory rolls (and that red scarf) in your hair [...]

Competition Winner: 1930s Needlepoint Bag

Published on 2012-04-03 03:14:47

The winner of our 1930s needlepoint handbag competition is Jane (we haven’t got your surname Jane!). Congratulations! We’ve passed your details onto I Love VintageBagz and they’ll be in touch with you to arrange delivery of your prize shortly! I have got a fantastic little red dress (seems to be the red dress is the [...]

English Eyes: A London Luv Story

Published on 2012-04-03 01:40:06

She couldn’t fix a proper cup of tea. She even beat him at darts. But he loved her madly because of her English Eyes. Sue Murray in a 1970s Yardley of London advert. Source: Child of the Moon Related Posts Twiggy: Big Earrings and Even Bigger Makeup Liz Taylor: Kohl-Rimmed Eyes in 1964 White Feather [...]

You want to knock ‘em dead…

Published on 2012-04-02 12:53:53

…but not with your breath! Vintage 1970s Listerine Advert Related Posts 1960s Mademoiselle Magazine Veruschka: Ad in The Sunday Times Magazine, 1971 Peggy Moffit in Rudy Gernreich Ad Filed under: 1970s, Advertising, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, advert, advertising, Listerine, vintage

Duke and Duchess of Windsor, 1956

Published on 2012-04-02 07:39:43

The Duke and Duchess of Winsor as part of the Jumpology series of phtoos by Philippe Halsman. Source: Vintage Everyday Related Posts Marilyn Monroe and Philippe Halsman, 1954 1927, Wallis Simpson at 30 Wallis Simpson, 1966 Filed under: 1950s, Famous People, Philippe Halsman, Photographers, Photography, Vintage, Wallis Simpson Tagged: Duchess of Windsor, jump, Jumpology, Philippe [...]

Christian Dior: Ruby and Pearls, 1955

Published on 2012-04-02 03:47:37

Related Posts 1970s Diorella perfume advert Model in Christian Dior Dress Abandon, 1948/1949 Christian Dior’s Fashion Notebook from 1947/48 Spring / Summer Filed under: 1950s, Christian Dior, Designers, Fashion, Jewellery, Photography, Vintage Tagged: Christian Dior, Dior, Jewellery, jewelry, pearls, Photo, rubies, ruby, vintage

A relaxed Marilyn smiling

Published on 2012-04-01 12:38:14

Related Posts Princess Grace & Pet Poodle 1970 Fred Astaire Dancing Anita Page Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Marilyn Monroe, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Cinema, kodak, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, movie, Photo, slide, transparency, vintage

Sue Murray

Published on 2012-04-01 07:30:23

Source: Child of the Moon Related Posts Audrey Hepburn White Dress with Tweed Cap, John French Vogue 1961 Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Photography, Susan Murray, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, curls, fashion, Photo, sixties, Sue Murray, Susan Murray, tie, vintage

Playboy (1961) Vargas

Published on 2012-03-25 12:20:26

“He told me we would do whatever I wanted to do until midnight, if I would promise to do whatever he wanted to do for the rest of the night…” Playboy 1961 by Vargas Related Posts Playboy Bunny Getting Ready… Vintage Playboy Cover 1968 Vintage Playboy 1966 Filed under: 1950s, 1960s, Pin-up girls, Vintage Tagged: [...]

Mooreville’s Bold Plaid Advert, 1955

Published on 2012-03-25 07:21:08

Thanks to CoutureAllure.com Related Posts Macys 1964 1960 Modess Revlon Advert 1963 Filed under: 1950s, Advertising, Fashion, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, ad, advert, fifties, model, vintage

Marilyn on a beach

Published on 2012-03-25 03:02:53

Marilyn Monroe in a bikini on the beach Related Posts Peggy Moffitt in a black bikini Raquel Welch in a publicity shot for ‘One Million Years BC’ 1968 A Young Elizabeth Taylor Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Marilyn Monroe, Photography, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, beach, bikini, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, vintage

Marilyn keeping warm

Published on 2012-03-24 12:58:53

Related Posts Marilyn on the Beach Marilyn in the Surf Marilyn in a White Swimsuit Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Marilyn Monroe, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, beach, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, vintage

Debbie Harry, 1978

Published on 2012-03-24 03:29:16

1978 — Debbie Harry of Blondie — Image by © Martyn Goddard/Corbis Related Posts Debbie does Denim Debbie Harry Debbie Harry: Camp Funtime Filed under: 1970s, Debbie Harry, Music, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, Blondie, Debbie Harry, Photo, vintage

London 1961

Published on 2012-03-24 03:15:10

Related Posts Enid Boulting 1960s Fashion Enjoying the Sunshine Filed under: 1960s, Cars, Fashion, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, fur, hat, London, Photo, vintage

The very perky Bettie Page

Published on 2012-03-24 02:56:00

Related Posts Bettie Page A Young Farrah Fawcett Swimwear: 1970 Filed under: 1950s, Photography, Pin-up girls, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Bettie Page, Betty Page, bikini, pin up girl, pin-up, swimwear, vintage

Competition winner

Published on 2012-03-24 01:17:19

I’m delighted to announce the winner of the vintage 1950s satin handbag is (drumroll please)… Olivia Kirby! Congratulations Olivia, I’ll pass your details on Devoted2Vintage and they will arrange to send your prize out to you. Thanks to everyone who entered – if you didn’t win this time why not enter our competition to win [...]

1957, Model in the Theater of King Louis XV at Versailles

Published on 2012-03-24 01:08:16

ca. 1957, Versailles, France – Model in white tulle dress with spangles and stole in the Theater of King Louis XV at Versailles. Image by © Condé Nast Archive/CORBIS Related Posts Anne St Marie Fiona Campbell-Walter in a Polly Peck evening dress and stole Fiona Campbell- Walter and Anne Gunning in two tailored suits Filed [...]

Fairgound pin up girl by Edward Runci

Published on 2012-03-23 12:29:56

Pin up art of a girl on a fairground ride by artist Edward Runci Filed under: Pin-up girls, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, art, Edward Runci, pin up art, pin-up, Pin-up girls, suspenders, vintage

Erwin Blumenfeld’s 1945 Vogue cover: ‘Red Cross’

Published on 2012-03-23 07:48:42

Related Posts 1952: Photographed by Erwin Blumenfeld Decolleté by Erwin Blumenfeld Carmen Dell’Orefice 1947 Filed under: 1940s, Erwin Blumenfeld, Magazines, Photographers, Photography, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1940s, Cover, Erwin Blumenfeld, magazine, red cross, vintage, Vogue

Win a Vintage 1930s Needlepoint Handbag

Published on 2012-03-23 02:08:02

This week we’re delighted to be able to give-away this beautiful vintage needlepoint bag, thanks to the lovely Evelyn at I Love VintageBagz who sells a beautiful array of vintage bags, belts, shoes and jewellery. The bag we’re giving away is a stunning vintage black fabric bag with petit point detailed tapestry depicting a pink [...]

Vogue 1930s

Published on 2012-03-22 12:25:00

Related Posts Lauren Hutton – US Vogue June 1968 Veruschka 1966 Vogue Vogue March 1993 Kate Moss First Cover Filed under: 1930s, Fashion, Photography, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1930s, fashion, magazine, Photo, vintage, Vogue

Marilyn and Puppy

Published on 2012-03-22 07:24:39

Related Posts Marilyn Monroe, from “The Last Sitting” (Diamonds), 1962 Marilyn Monroe 1960s Marilyn Filed under: 1950s, Marilyn Monroe, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, vintage

Grace Kelly, 1959

Published on 2012-03-22 06:17:27

Grace Kelly from the iconic Jumpology series of photos by Philippe Halsman Source: Vintage Everyday Related Posts Marilyn Monroe and Philippe Halsman, 1954 Audrey Hepburn and Grace Kelly backstage at the 1956 Oscars Grace Kelly in 1956 Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Grace Kelly, Philippe Halsman, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, Grace Kelly, Jumpology, Philippe Halsman, [...]

Vogue US, 1951

Published on 2012-03-22 03:16:19

Model wears a red and white evening gown for Vogue US, 1951 Source: The Nifty Fifties Related Posts Wallis Simpson by Cecil Beaton for Vogue 1937 Wilhelmina Cooper by Irving Penn for Vogue 1965 Vogue 1961 Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Photography, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1950s, fifties, magazine, Photo, vintage, Vogue

Bettie Page

Published on 2012-03-21 12:20:00

Bettie Page in a bikini on the beach. Related Posts Bettie Page Cyd Charisse in a bikini A Young Farrah Fawcett Filed under: 1950s, Photography, Pin-up girls, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Bettie Page, bikini, retro, swimwear, vintage

Lucien Lelong, Bijoux Boucheron, 1937, Horst P Horst

Published on 2012-03-21 07:24:07

Lucien Lelong, Bijoux Boucheron, 1937, Horst P Horst Related Posts Fur, pearls and diamonds, 1940 Helen Bennett modeling in Seligmann Gallery, 1938 Horst P. Horst, Vogue Cover, Lisa Fonssagrives, 1940 Filed under: 1930s, Fashion, Horst P Horst, Jewellery, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Bucheron, fashion, Horst P. Horst, Jewellery, jewelry, Photo, vintage

From 1945 Vogue

Published on 2012-03-21 03:05:31

Related Posts Gene Tierney Vogue August 1943, photographed by John Rawlings Penelope Tree covering Vogue Filed under: 1940s, Fashion, Photography, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1940s, fashion, Photo, vintage, Vogue

Model with Cheetahs, Vogue 1969

Published on 2012-03-20 12:51:11

Model posting with cheetahs, photographed by Norman Parkinson for January 1969 Vogue magazine. Related Posts Taj Mahal India Vogue 1956 by Norman Parkinson Riding an Ostrich Elspeth Champcommunal with two models by Norman Parkinson Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Norman Parkinson, Photographers, Photography, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1960s, cheetas, fashion, magazine, Norman Parkinson, vintage, Vogue

Marilyn in Griffith Park, LA

Published on 2012-03-20 07:16:26

Marilyn Monroe in Los Angeles’ Griffith Park in August 1950, photograph by Edward Clark Source: http://melisaki.tumblr.com/ Related Posts Marilyn Getting Ready Marilyn Choosing Ties Marilyn Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Marilyn Monroe, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, bridge, fifties, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, vintage

Gala Mitchell in Vogue 1971

Published on 2012-03-20 04:21:44

Vogue, June 1971, photo by Peter Knapp, model: Gala Mitchell Related Posts Europants Goldie Hawn 1968 Evening Wear 1974 Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Photography, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1970s, fashion, Gala Mitchell, magazine, vintage, Vogue

Book Review & Giveaway: Cult Eyewear

Published on 2012-03-20 03:17:07

This week, I was delighted to receive a copy of Cult Eyewear: The World’s Enduring Classics, thanks to the nice people at Merrell Publishing. Happily I also have an extra copy to give away! As a lover of vintage fashion and design this book is just delicious! It’s full of beautiful photographs (over 500 in [...]

I seem to be stopping traffic: I hated the midi skirt!

Published on 2012-03-19 14:03:33

Linda Morand in a midi skirt for LIFE Magazine. Thanks to: Modeling, Money and Madness – Linda Morand’s blog Related Posts Linda Morand Linda Morand Linda Morand 1968 Filed under: 1960s, Cars, LIFE, Linda Morand, Magazines, Models, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, Life, Linda Morand, magazine, Midi, Photo, vintage

1970s Jumpsuit: ‘The Ultimate Fashion Climax’ Are you man enough to fill it?

Published on 2012-03-19 12:18:29

Fits so tight it shows all you’ve got… you’re a walking turn-on (apparently) Related Posts 1960s Mens Casual and Business Yves Saint Laurent in Marrakesh, 1969 Girl at a Rolling Stones concert Filed under: 1970s, Advertising, Fashion, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, advert, fashion, fifth season, jumpsuit, mens, Photo, vintage

Britt Ekland

Published on 2012-03-19 07:12:14

Related Posts Britt Ekland & Rod Stewart Britt Ekland Britt Ekland as Miss Mary Goodnight Filed under: 1960s, Britt Ekland, Cinema, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Britt Ekland, Photo, vintage

Marilyn Monroe and Philippe Halsman, 1954

Published on 2012-03-19 05:07:09

From the Jumpology photographs by Philippe Halsman Source: vintage everyday Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Marilyn Monroe, Philippe Halsman, Photographers, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, jump, Jumpology, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Philippe Halsman, Photo, vintage

Competition winner: vintage 70s earrings

Published on 2012-03-19 04:38:21

I’m delighted to announce that the winner of the vintage 1970s orchid earrings is… Fran Gourlay! Congratulations Fran – please let me have your delivery details and I’ll get J’adore Vintage to send your prize out to you! Thanks to everyone who entered. If you didn’t win this time why not enter this weeks competition [...]

Fashion photo by Gordon Parks for Lilly Daché, 1952

Published on 2012-03-19 03:25:21

photo by Gordon Parks for Lilly Daché, 1952 Related Posts Suzy Parker Capucine by Georges Dambier for Elle Magazine 1953 Suzy Parker photographed by Georges Dambier for Elle Magazine Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, Gordon Parks, Lilly Dache, Photo, vintage

Woman Wearing Small Red Hat

Published on 2012-03-18 12:55:21

ca. 1953 – Model posed with cigarette, wearing dress by Mollie Parnis and gold and diamond necklace and bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels – Image by © Condé Nast Archive/CORBIS Related Posts White Glove & Cigarette Holder 1947: Green Slacks & Sweater with Rayon Faille Cummerbund Anne St. Marie Smoking Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, [...]

Pin up girl with towel, by Joyce Ballantyne

Published on 2012-03-18 12:20:56

Pin up art of a girl with a towel by Joyce Ballantyne Related Posts Nancy Carroll Halloween Pinup Norma Jean before she became Marilyn Betty Brosmer and her amazing 18″ waist Filed under: 1950s, Pin-up girls, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, naked, nude, pin up art, pin up girl, pin-up, vintage

Princess Grace & Pet Poodle 1970

Published on 2012-03-18 07:45:35

Princess Grace (previously Grace Kelly) in UK Vogue March 1970, Photo by Lord Snowdon, Pink gown by Givenchy. Related Posts Grace Kelly At The Cannes Film Festival, 1955 Designed by Helen Rose for Grace Kelly in High Society, 1956 Grace Kelly in 1956 Filed under: 1970s, Cinema, Designers, Givenchy, Grace Kelly, Jewellery, Magazines, Vintage, Vogue [...]

Patti Boyd

Published on 2012-03-18 03:12:47

Related Posts Pattie Boyd, photo John French, 1960s Patti Boyd in a Mary Quant dress with the Rolling Stones, 1964 Pattie Boyd & George Harrison Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Models, Pattie Boyd, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, bag, boots, fashion, Patti Boyd, Photo, vintage

Moyra Swan

Published on 2012-03-18 02:31:02

Related Posts Moyra Swan in Fanned Givenchy Dress Vogue April 1969 Moyra Swan by David Bailey Moyra Swan Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Jewellery, Models, Moyra Swan, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, earrings, fashion, fashion 1960s, Jewellery, jewelry, makeup, Moyra Swan, Photo, sixties, style, vintage

Suzi Quatro

Published on 2012-03-17 16:46:17

Related Posts Ziggy Stardust getting ready Pattie Boyd & George Harrison Debbie Harry Filed under: 1970s, Music, Photography, Suzi Quatro Tagged: 1970s, leather, Suzi Quatro, vintage

Liz Taylor & Richard Burton

Published on 2012-03-17 12:13:08

An intimate portrait of Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton Related Posts Elizabeth Taylor at the Oscars in 1961 Taylor & Burton filming The Sandpiper, 1965 An Off-Duty Liz Taylor in Rome, 1961 Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Elizabeth Taylor, Photography, Vintage Tagged: couple, Elizabeth Taylor, Liz Taylor, Photo, richard burton, vintage

Audrey Hepburn in Givenchy, 1962

Published on 2012-03-17 07:07:00

Audrey in an Oriental-inspired red silk design of Givenchy, necklace of pearls and rubies by Van Cleef & Arpels, photo by Richard Avedon for Harper’s Bazaar 1962 Related Posts Wilhelmina Cooper in Givenchy, 1965 Marisa Berenson in Fanned Givenchy Dress Anne St Marie on the cover of January 1956 Vogue Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Designers, [...]

1950s Cartier

Published on 2012-03-17 03:08:29

Model, 1950 wearing diamond and ruby necklace, bracelet, ring and earrings by Cartier. Source Couture Allure Related Posts Wallis Simpson Late 1950s Taylor & Burton Wilhelmina Cooper on the Cover of 1962 Vogue Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Jewellery, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Cartier, fifties, Jewellery, jewelry, vintage

The Great Drapo can make a dress faster than anyone… without a sewing machine!

Published on 2012-03-16 15:41:49

Alphonse Berge appeared as the Great Drapo for millions of visitors to the New York World’s Fair. Thanks to Art Deco Daily for sharing this Filed under: 1940s, Fashion, Video, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, dress, gown, video, vintage

Harper’s Bazaar, March, 1945

Published on 2012-03-16 12:32:02

The Red Cross on the front of Harpers Bazaar March 1945. Source: The Vintage Traveler Filed under: 1940s, Harpers Bazaar, Magazines, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, Cover, Harpers Bazaar, magazine, red cross, vintage, war

1970s Diorella perfume advert

Published on 2012-03-16 08:50:22

Diorella perfume by Christian Dior 1970’s advertisment, fashion illustration by Rene Gruau Related Posts Miss Universe Beauty Pageant The Vamp Suit from Mademoiselle – 1970 Veruschka is a Sinner: From Mademoiselle, 1972 Filed under: 1970s, Advertising, Christian Dior, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, advert, Christian Dior, Dior, Diorella, illustration, perfume, vintage

Jayne Mansfield

Published on 2012-03-16 07:18:00

Related Posts Marilyn Monroe Marilyn in Striped Silk #2 Marilyn in a long fur coat Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Photography, Pin-up girls, Vintage Tagged: Jayne Mansfield, Photo, pin-up, vintage

Audrey in Givenchy driving gear from How To Steal A Million, 1966

Published on 2012-03-16 06:38:15

Audrey Hepburn in driving gloves, hat and sunglasses by Givenchy from the movie How to Steal a Million, 1966. Source: The wonderful All About Audrey Related Posts Audrey Hepburn by Bert Stern Audrey Hepburn Audrey Hepburn by Cecil Beaton Filed under: 1960s, Audrey Hepburn, Cinema, Designers, Givenchy, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Audrey Hepburn, Givenchy, gloves, [...]

Win a vintage 1950s satin evening bag

Published on 2012-03-16 02:05:55

I’m madly in love with this week’s competition prize, which is being offered to us by the wonderful people at Devoted2Vintage. (I’m beginning to wish I could enter my own competitions!) This stunning 1950s black satin handbag is by Bohny of Zurich. It is in beautiful condition and is made from black pleated satin, a [...]

Mrs Henry Middleton Former Sandra Payson, 1949

Published on 2012-03-15 12:54:13

Mrs Henry Middleton Former Sandra Payson, 1949 by Horst P Horst Related Posts 1940s Bridal Gown in Rose-Beige Bianca & Mick Jagger Nancy Carroll Filed under: 1940s, Bridal, Horst P Horst, Photographers, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, Bride, Horst P. Horst, Photo, vintage

Who is showing what? Skirt length in 1970

Published on 2012-03-15 07:27:40

Who is showing what? Magazine spread from LIFE March 1970 showing the skirt lengths from different designers. Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, LIFE, Magazines, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, 70s fashion, fashion in the 70s, Life, magazine, Photo, seventies, vintage

Jayne Mansfield

Published on 2012-03-15 03:51:25

Related Posts Betty Brosmer and her amazing 18″ waist Susan Abraham in a velvet evening dress, photo John French Fiona Campbell-Walter in a Polly Peck evening dress and stole Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Fashion, Jayne Mansfield, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Cinema, Jayne Mansfield, phoot, vintage

1950s Swimwear

Published on 2012-03-14 07:14:35

Related Posts Julie Newmar Marilyn Monroe, 1949, Age 23 ca.1967 Henry Clarke, Veruschka in Paisley Shawl and Bikini at Beach Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Photography, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, bikini, fifties, Photo, swimsuit, swimwear, vintage

1960s Fashion

Published on 2012-03-14 03:12:28

1960s model posing on the bonnet of a car – anyone know what type of car this is? Related Posts Jean Shrimpton Elke Sommer in a White Dress Veruschka, Brazil 1968 Filed under: 1960s, Cars, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, car, fashion, Photo, sixties, vintage

Zooey Deschanel in Vintage Shareen

Published on 2012-03-13 13:04:49

This was Zooey Deschanel as she arrived at the 2012 Writers Guild Awards at the Hollywood Palladium on February 19, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. She’s wearing a beautiful checked vintage gown by Shareen to which she’d added a cute satin ribbon. Related Posts Natalie Portman in a vintage 1954 Christian Dior gown at the [...]

Audrey Hepburn and Grace Kelly backstage at the 1956 Oscars

Published on 2012-03-13 10:22:24

Related Posts Grace Kelly Grace Kelly With Gene Kelly At The Cannes Film Festival, 1955 Audrey Hepburn Filed under: 1950s, Audrey Hepburn, Cinema, Grace Kelly, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, 1956, Academy Awards, Audrey Hepburn, gown, Grace Kelly, Oscars, Photo

Leonard Nimoy in makeup, 1960s

Published on 2012-03-13 03:43:37

Leonard Nimoy getting made-up as Spock in Star Trek, 1960s Related Posts Elizabeth Taylor at the Oscars in 1961 Elke Sommer and Paul Newman Wedding Dress Photographed by John French Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Doctor Spock, Leonard Nimoy, makeup, sixties, Spock, Star Trek, TV

Brigitte Bardot tying her ballet shoes

Published on 2012-03-12 11:39:34

Related Posts Brigitte Bardot Brigitte Bardot Britt Ekland & Peter Sellers Filed under: 1950s, Brigitte Bardot, Cinema, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, ballet, ballet shoes, Brigitte Bardot, Dance, leotard, Photo

Brigitte Bardot

Published on 2012-03-12 09:40:11

Related Posts Brigitte Bardot Brigitte Bardot at Cannes, 1953 Brigitte Bardot At The Cannes Film Festival, 1956 Filed under: 1960s, Brigitte Bardot, Cinema, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Beauty, Brigitte Bardot, Photo, photograph, vintage

Vogue August 1939

Published on 2012-03-12 06:07:01

Related Posts Diana Vreeland wearing Henri Bendel, Arizona Harper’s Bazaar, January 1942 Harper’s Bazaar – Model Anne St. Marie wearing Frances Pellegrini Anne St Marie Harper’s Bazaar 1957 Filed under: 1930s, Fashion, Photography, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1930s, bag, fashion, sunglasses, vintage, Vogue

1950s Green Crystal Flower Earrings

Published on 2012-03-12 05:12:54

Beautiful 1950s vintage green sparkling crystal flower earrings – *sigh* Source: MyVintage Filed under: 1950s, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, earrings, fifties, Jewellery, jewelry, vintage

Blondie, Coney Island, 1977

Published on 2012-03-12 03:35:03

Debbie Harry of Blondie, Coney Island, NY, 1977 — Image © Bob Gruen Related Posts Debbie does Denim Blondie Debbie Harry: Camp Funtime Filed under: 1970s, Debbie Harry, Music, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1970s, 70s, Blondie, Debbie Harry, Photo, vintage

1935 Vogue cover by Cecil Beaton

Published on 2012-03-11 12:44:11

Related Posts Twiggy Lawson (née Lesley Hornby), by Cecil Beaton, 1967 Audrey Hepburn by Cecil Beaton Vogue 1951 by Cecil Beaton Filed under: 1930s, Cecil Beaton, Fashion, Photographers, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1930s, art, Cecil Beaton, Cover, magazine, Painting, style, vintage, Vogue

1960s Cars and Girls

Published on 2012-03-11 09:34:31

Related Posts Dorothea McGowan 1959 with Station Wagon 1950s Fashion, Cars & Girls By John Rawlings Filed under: 1960s, Cars, Fashion, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, cars, fashion, Photo, sixties, vintage

Fred Astaire Dancing

Published on 2012-03-11 03:28:17

Related Posts Ginger Rogers Fred & Ginger in Swing Time, 1936 Ginger Rogers Sunbathing Filed under: 1930s, Cinema, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Cinema, Dance, dancing, Fred Astaire, movies, Photo, vintage

Marilyn Monroe 1957

Published on 2012-03-10 13:29:36

Marilyn Monroe sharing a drink with a young fan in 1957 Related Posts Gene Kelly and Debbie Reynolds Cyd Charisse in a Swimsuit Goldie Hawn 1968 Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Marilyn Monroe, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fifties, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, vintage

Marilyn in Niagara

Published on 2012-03-10 07:45:57

Related Posts Douglas Kirkland & Marilyn for Vogue Swimwear 1949 Marilyn Monroe’s Last Photo Shoot for Vogue 1962 Filed under: Cinema, Marilyn Monroe, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, kiss, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, vintage

Fur, pearls and diamonds, 1940

Published on 2012-03-10 03:37:40

Fur, pearls and diamonds, 1940 Horst P Horst Related Posts A 1948 Movie Poster for The Red Shoes 1940s Circus Performers Betty Grable in Tin Pan Alley Filed under: 1940s, Fashion, Horst P Horst, Jewellery, Photographers, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, fashion, fur, Jewellery, jewelry, Photo, vintage

Our competition winner

Published on 2012-03-10 01:04:50

We’re delighted to announce the winner of the beautiful Fiorelli pearl necklace is Jo Orr – congratulations Jo! Please contact us and let us have your address to send the prize to! Thanks to everyone who entered – if you didn’t get lucky this time, why not try entering this week’s competition for your chance [...]

Hepburn in a tiara

Published on 2012-03-09 13:54:33

A beautiful head and shoulders photo of Audrey Hepburn wearing a tiara. Related Posts Marilyn Monroe & Lauren Bacall Elizabeth Taylor And Mike Todd At The Cannes Film Festival, 1957 Margot Fonteyn by Norman Parkinson Filed under: 1950s, Audrey Hepburn, Cinema, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Audrey Hepburn, Photo, style, tiara, vintage

Marilyn Getting Ready

Published on 2012-03-09 08:01:05

Related Posts Ginger Rogers Sunbathing Esther Williams,1945 Young Marilyn in Red Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Marilyn Monroe, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fifties, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, vintage

Talitha by Litchfield Vogue Jan 1970

Published on 2012-03-09 04:58:48

Related Posts Lauren Hutton for Calvin Klein by Avedon Sunglasses: April 4, 1970 Model in Hanae Mori Outfit Standing by Chrysler Cordoba, 1976 Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Patrick Lichfield, Photographers, Photography, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1970s, fashion, Patrick Lichfield, Photo, Talitha, vintage, Vogue

No… No she won’t

Published on 2012-03-09 03:36:04

Thank you Wall of Retro for posting this 1970s cigarette advert – it made me laugh on this cloudy Friday morning! How times have changed… Related Posts 1970s Advert: Brown Is Beautiful 1950s Babycham advert 1960s Mademoiselle Magazine Filed under: 1970s, Advertising Tagged: 1970s, advert, advertisement, seventies

Win a pair of vintage 70s earrings

Published on 2012-03-09 01:00:20

This week we’re giving you the chance to win this pretty pair of vintage flower earrings thanks to J’adore Vintage. J’adore Vintage boasts a beautiful collection of vintage clothing as well as offering a styling service to help you style your special occasion: whether it’s your wedding, hen-do, prom night, girls night in or fashion [...]

Audrey Hepburn

Published on 2012-03-08 13:59:52

Related Posts Breakfast at Tiffany’s Audrey Hepburn, Chic Woodcutter… Audrey Hepburn and LOTS of Flowers Filed under: 1950s, Audrey Hepburn, Cinema, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Beauty, fifties, makeup, vintage

Theda Bara

Published on 2012-03-08 11:56:30

Related Posts Mary Nolan Brigitte Bardot Elke Sommer Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, bikini, Cinema, movies, Photo, Theda Bara, twenties, vintage

Helen Bennett modeling in Seligmann Gallery, 1938

Published on 2012-03-08 02:25:47

Helen Bennett modeling in Seligmann Gallery, 1938 by Horst P Horst Related Posts Betty Grable Sunbathing 1947: Blue Chambray Dress & Bolero Model wearing a gray officers type coat: 1944 Filed under: 1930s, Fashion, Horst P Horst, Photographers, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, fashion, Horst P. Horst, Photo, thirties, vintage

Marilyn Monroe & Lauren Bacall

Published on 2012-03-07 11:56:53

Marilyn Monroe & Lauren Bacall, glam in glasses Related Posts Lauren Bacall 1945 Classic Marilyn Lauren Bacall in Nassau 1943 by Louise Dahl-Wolfe Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Lauren Bacall, Marilyn Monroe, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fifties, glasses, Lauren Bacall, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, vintage

Marisa Berenson

Published on 2012-03-07 09:51:10

Marisa Berenson & Psychedelic Color Wig,US Vogue October 1970, photo by Berry Berenson. Related Posts Veruschka Liz Taylor in 1964 White Feather Hat Filed under: 1970s, Fashion, Marisa Berenson, Models, Photographers, Photography, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1970s, Berry Berenson, fashion, hair, marisa berenson, Photo, vintage, Vogue

Louvre, Paris

Published on 2012-03-07 03:49:12

Related Posts Decolleté by Erwin Blumenfeld Marilyn Monroe at Niagara Falls, 1952 Miss Universe Beauty Pageant Filed under: 1950s, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, fifties, Louvre, Paris, Photo, vintage

70s Fashion: Winston Fancy Pants

Published on 2012-03-07 02:23:26

I have no idea how popular these were, but I would have been tempted to take up smoking just to own a pair… The Great Winston Put-On. How good it is, livin’ it up in your own Winston FAncy Pants, Just $2.95.Hip-huggin’, flare-bottomed, all-season funwear for guys and gals. Wear ‘em outdoors, wear ‘em indoors, [...]

Entertaining the Troops

Published on 2012-03-06 11:46:55

Related Posts Marilyn Monroe & Arthur Miller Natalie Wood Daisy Duke Filed under: Vintage Tagged: army, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, photograph, troops, vintage

1950s Fairground Ride

Published on 2012-03-06 08:44:48

Londoners enjoy a ride on the Rotor, or centrifuge, circa 1950. Source: bbc.co.uk Related Posts Cyd Charisse Elizabeth Taylor, 1954 1950s Lingerie Advert bra-o-matic by Exquisite Form Filed under: 1950s, Photography, Real Life, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fairground, fifties, London, Photo, photograph, vintage

Pin up girl with orange umbrella

Published on 2012-03-06 05:32:00

Pin up art of a girl with an orange umbrella, I think this is by Harry Ekman. Related Posts Marilyn Monroe Vintage Pin up Photo by Ronny Jacques, 1950’s Esquire, Calendar Girl (1944) by Vargas Filed under: Pin-up girls, Vintage Tagged: art, Harry Ekman, Painting, pin up art, pin-up, Pin-up girls, suspenders, Umbrella, vintage

1955 – Anne Gunning or Anne St Marie?

Published on 2012-03-06 01:34:59

I’m not sure whether this is Anne Gunning or Anne St Marie, but I do know the year was 1955! What do you think? Related Posts Swimwear Harpers Bazaar 1959 Ann Gunning by John French Anne St. Marie Filed under: 1950s, Anne Gunning, Anne St. Marie, Cinema, Fashion, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Anne Gunning, Anne [...]

Audrey Hepburn

Published on 2012-03-05 12:09:14

Related Posts Audrey Hepburn Audrey Hepburn takes a break during the filming of ‘Two for the Road’, 1967 Audrey Hepburn during the filming of ‘Two For the Road’, 1967 Filed under: 1960s, Audrey Hepburn, Cinema, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Audrey Hepburn, Photo, photograph, sixties, vintage

Versatile Blogger Award

Published on 2012-03-05 11:58:28

A huge thanks to Starlandia and Quieter Elephant for nominating We Heart Vintage for Versatile Blogger awards! We’ve never got any kind of award before so it’s quite exciting! Here is a little summary about The Versatile Blogger Award: This award is given to you by your fellow peers, bloggers, showing their appreciation and enjoyment [...]

Josephine Baker

Published on 2012-03-05 09:39:53

Related Posts Clara Bow Josephine Baker 1920s Pinup Girl Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Fashion, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Josephine Baker, Photo, twenties, vintage

A young Clint Eastwood to brighten your afternoon…

Published on 2012-03-05 09:15:05

Related Posts Lillian Bassman Playboy Bunny Getting Ready… 1950s Fashion, Cars & Girls Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Clint Eastwood, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Clint Eastwood, fifties, vintage, Young

Marilyn Choosing Ties

Published on 2012-03-05 03:42:19

Marilyn Monroe choosing ties in a department store Related Posts Diana Dors Anne Francis with bird earrings Angelica Huston 1972 Filed under: 1950s, Marilyn Monroe, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, gloves, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, vintage

The Gibson Girls, Vogue, 1948 by Horst P Horst

Published on 2012-03-04 08:29:16

The Gibson Girls, Vogue, 1948 by Horst P Horst Related Posts Mary Jane Russel for Vogue 1949 Lucille Ball, 1943 From 1941 Vogue Filed under: 1940s, Fashion, Horst P Horst, Photographers, Photography, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1940s, fashion, Horst P. Horst, Photo, vintage, Vogue

Breakfast at Tiffanies

Published on 2012-03-04 03:34:51

Audrey Hepburn and George Peppard in Breakfast at Tiffanies Related Posts Audrey Hepburn Audrey Hepburn Audrey Hepburn Filed under: 1960s, Audrey Hepburn, Cinema, Photography, Vintage Tagged: Audrey Hepburn, Breakfast at Tiffanies, Cinema, George Peppard, Holly Golightly, masks, movies, vintage

Esquire, Calendar Girl (1944) by Vargas

Published on 2012-03-04 02:31:42

Related Posts 1950s Playboy Bunny Getting Ready 1960s Las Vegas Showgirls Bettie Page Filed under: 1940s, Pin-up girls, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, Alberto Vargas, calendar girl, cheesecake art, Esquire, pin-up, Vargas, vintage

Marilyn in the Surf

Published on 2012-03-03 09:32:18

Related Posts Marilyn Monroe by Bert Stern Marilyn Monroe Samantha Jones by Bert Stern in Vogue Filed under: 1960s, Marilyn Monroe, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, beach, bikini, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, photograph, photography, vintage

Catherine Deneuve

Published on 2012-03-03 03:54:29

Related Posts Catherine Deneuve, Vogue 1969 Catherine Deneuve laughing Wilhelmina Cooper wearing Jacques Heim 1962 Filed under: 1960s, Catherine Deneuve, Cinema, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Catherine Deneuve, Photo, vintage

Anita Page

Published on 2012-03-02 14:51:36

Related Posts Clara Bow Josephine Baker Wallis Warfield Simpson Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Anita Page, Cinema, movie, Photo, twenties, vintage

Zsa Zsa Gabor

Published on 2012-03-02 03:40:26

Related Posts Costume design for Zsa Zsa Gabor in ‘3 Ring Circus’, 1954 Victoria von Hagen, April 1954 Cyd Charisse Dancing in a Leopard Print Dress Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Photography, Vintage, Zsa Zsa Gabor Tagged: 1950s, fifties, Photo, style, vintage, Zsa Zsa Gabor

Black cat auditions in Hollywood, 1961

Published on 2012-03-02 01:50:31

Related Posts 1940s Circus Performers Wallet Worn: 1970s Swimwear Outdoor Circus: Aspen Colorado, 1977 Filed under: 1960s, Photography, Real Life, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, cat, Hollywood, Photo, photograph, vintage

Marilyn

Published on 2012-03-01 12:16:49

Related Posts Classic Marilyn Sunny Harnett, May 1954 Marilyn Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Marilyn Monroe, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, photograph, vintage

1940s Jelly Belly Bird Brooches

Published on 2012-03-01 06:37:49

Set of 2 matching jelly belly pins in yellow and lavender with red rhinestone eyes. Source: Oh, for the Love of Vintage Related Posts Elizabeth Taylor and Some Fabulous Earrings Cindy Crawford, Vogue Jewellery Feature, 1961 Filed under: 1940s, Jewellery, Vintage Tagged: 1940s, birds, brooch, brooches, jelly belly, Jewellery, jewelry, pins, vintage

Deborah Kerr in ‘The King and I’, 1956

Published on 2012-03-01 03:27:45

Deborah Kerr in The King and I. Photograph by John Springer, copywrite: CORBIS 1956 Related Posts Veil and Indian Shore Temple, Anne Gunning, 1956 Anne Gunning by Tower Bridge, 1952 1950s Circus Performers Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Deborah Kerr, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Deborah Kerr, movies, Photo, photograph, silver screen, The King and I, vintage

Ginger Rogers, 1936 by Horst P Horst

Published on 2012-03-01 03:13:46

Ginger Rogers, 1936 photographed by Horst P Horst Related Posts Ginger Rogers Lion Tamer: 1930s Ginger Rogers Filed under: 1930s, Fashion, Ginger Rogers, Horst P Horst, Photographers, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1930s, Ginger Rogers, Horst P. Horst, Photo, vintage

Dovima

Published on 2012-02-29 10:41:42

Related Posts Dovima with Sacha White Evening Dress and Feather Boa by John French 1957, Model in a Paris Cafe Filed under: 1950s, Dovima, Models, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Dovima, fashion, fifties, model, vintage

Cher by Avedon, 1971

Published on 2012-02-29 09:27:59

Cher, photo by Avedon, US Vogue December 1971. Related Posts Cher Daisy Duke Cher Laughing Filed under: 1970s, Cher, Magazines, Music, Photographers, Photography, Richard Avedon, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: Avedon, Cher, Photo, Richard Avedon, vintage, Vogue

White Evening Dress and Feather Boa by John French

Published on 2012-02-29 04:02:39

Related Posts Girl With Berret by John French Sunny Harnett by Tom Palumbo White hat with bow, photo John French. London, UK, 1960s Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, John French, Photographers, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, gown, John French, Photo, vintage

Who’s this girl?

Published on 2012-02-29 03:35:50

Calling all you vintage experts! I don’t know who this is, but I love the photo – if anyone can help identify her that would be great… Thank you! Related Posts Carmen Dell’Orefice 1947 Tiffany & Co Jewellery, Harper’s Bazaar 1941 Betty Grable in Tin Pan Alley Filed under: 1940s, Cinema, Photography, Vintage Tagged: Beauty, [...]

1957, Model in a Paris Cafe

Published on 2012-02-28 15:30:20

Model in a Paris cafe wearing an outfit by Laroche, 1957. Photo by Mark Shaw. Source: The Nifty Fifties Related Posts Wilhelmina Cooper, 1950s Muse Marilyn at the Premier of The Prince and the Showgirl Marilyn: The Prince and the Showgirl Poster Filed under: 1950s, Models, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fashion, fifties, Laroche, Mark Shaw, [...]

1927, Wallis Simpson at 30

Published on 2012-02-28 12:20:25

1927 – Taken in or around the time of her divorce from her first husband, Earl Winfield Spencer, a 30-year-old Simpson poses in the era’s fashionable ankle-length skirts, with a belt and hat. Related Posts Wallis Simpson, 1966 Louise Brooks The Duchess of Windsor by Irving Penn, New York, 1948 Filed under: 1920s, Famous People, [...]

Gloria Swanson

Published on 2012-02-28 08:56:54

Related Posts Clara Bow 1920s Bride Natalie Wood Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Cinema, Gloria Swanson, gloves, movies, Photo, silent movies, twenties, vintage

Wilhelmina Cooper on the cover of Vogue 1961

Published on 2012-02-27 13:15:59

Model Wilhelmina Cooper photographed for Vogue Cover,February 1961. Related Posts David Bailey for Vogue 1972 Wilhelmina Cooper on the Cover of 1962 Vogue Mouche, Vogue May 1972 Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Models, Photography, Vintage, Vogue, Wilhelmina Cooper Tagged: 1960s, Cover, fashion, vintage, Vogue, Wilhelmina Cooper

Natalie Portman in a vintage 1954 Christian Dior gown at the 2012 Oscars

Published on 2012-02-27 11:25:51

I know this is something a bit new and different, but I loved Natalie Portman’s vintage 1950s red gown at the Oscars, so I’ve started a section called Modern Vintage – what do you think good idea or a bit off-topic..? Related Posts David Bailey for Vogue 1972 Anne Gunning wearing Dior 1954 By Cecil [...]

Elizabeth Taylor at the Oscars in 1961

Published on 2012-02-27 10:35:36

Elizabeth Taylor at the Oscars in 1961 — the year she won her first Academy Award, for her role in Butterfield 8. Thanks to Vintage Everyday Related Posts Liz Taylor: Kohl-Rimmed Eyes in 1964 Elizabeth Taylor Audrey Hepburn with her Oscar in 1953 Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Elizabeth Taylor, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, Academy Awards, [...]

Our First Ever Competition! Win a Pearl Necklace

Published on 2012-02-27 08:24:48

For our first ever competition (we’re very excited!), we’re celebrating pearl fashions throughout the 20th century, from the 1920s through to the 70s, and thanks to the lovely people at Steel Orchids jewellery, we have a beautiful Fiorelli pearl necklace to give away to one lucky person. To enter, let us know which of the [...]

Bebe Daniels

Published on 2012-02-27 04:51:48

Related Posts 1920s Fashion Audrey Hepburn and LOTS of Flowers 1920s: Alice White Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Bebe Daniels, Cinema, movie, Photo, twenties, vintage

Diana Dors

Published on 2012-02-26 07:03:35

Related Posts Marilyn on the Beach Costume design for Zsa Zsa Gabor in ‘3 Ring Circus’, 1954 1952: Photographed by Erwin Blumenfeld Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Diana Dors, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Diana Dors, fifties, Photo, pin-up, vintage

Paulene Stone

Published on 2012-02-26 01:41:17

Paulene Stone in a belted coat dress Related Posts Elke Sommer Brigitte Bardot Floral Projection: Paulene Stone, 1960s Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Models, Paulene Stone, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, coat dress, fashion, Paulene Stone, vintage

Wilhelmina Cooper wearing Jacques Heim 1962

Published on 2012-02-25 13:15:57

Model Wilhelmina Cooper wearing Jacques Heim,in photo to the French Fashion Magazine:L’Officiel,August 1962. Related Posts Wilhelmina Cooper in Givenchy, 1965 White Brocade Dress, Photographed by John Rawlings 1952 Wilhelmina Cooper in Green Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Models, Photography, Vintage, Wilhelmina Cooper Tagged: 1960s, fashion, magazine, Photo, vintage, Wilhelmina Cooper

Clara Bow

Published on 2012-02-25 03:21:29

Related Posts Clara Bow 1920s Pinup Girl Bathing Suits 1929 Filed under: 1920s, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Clara Bow, flapper, Photo, twenties, vintage

Audrey Hepburn with her Oscar in 1953

Published on 2012-02-24 15:02:04

Filed under: 1950s, Audrey Hepburn, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, 1953, acarmy award, Audrey Hepburn, award, oscar, Oscars, Photo, vintage

Anne Francis with bird earrings

Published on 2012-02-24 12:56:50

Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Photography, Vintage Tagged: Anne Francis, birds, earrings, Photo, style, vintage

1920s: Alice White

Published on 2012-02-24 06:47:57

Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Alice White, Cinema, twenties, vintage

Angelica Huston 1972

Published on 2012-02-24 03:41:33

Angelica Huston photographed by Irving Penn for Vogue September 1972. Filed under: 1970s, Angelica Huston, Fashion, Irving Penn, Models, Photographers, Photography, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1970s, Angelica Huston, fashion, Irving Penn, makeup, Photo, vinrage, Vogue

David Bailey for Vogue 1972

Published on 2012-02-23 09:33:45

Model Ingemarie Lamy in a white chiffon blouse by Marc Bohan for Dior. Photo by David Bailey. US Vogue Feb 1972. Filed under: 1970s, Christian Dior, David Bailey, Designers, Fashion, Photographers, Photography, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1970s, David Bailey, Dior, fashion, Ingemarie Lamy, Photo, vintage, Vogue

1960s Icon, Twiggy

Published on 2012-02-23 06:06:51

Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Models, Photography, Twiggy, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, fashion, photograph, sixties, Twiggy, vintage

Penelope Tree covering Vogue

Published on 2012-02-23 05:05:12

Filed under: 1960s, Fashion, Models, Penelope Tree, Photography, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: fashion 1960s, model, Penelope Tree, sixties, Vogue

Sunny Harnett, May 1954

Published on 2012-02-23 01:12:14

� Filed under: 1950s, Models, Sunny Harnett, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, fifties, Photo, Sunny Harnett, vintage

Marilyn Monroe & Arthur Miller

Published on 2012-02-22 14:37:01

Filed under: 1950s, Cinema, Marilyn Monroe, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Arthur Miller, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, vintage

Natalie Wood

Published on 2012-02-22 09:34:04

Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Fashion, Natalie Wood, Photography, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, bikini, fashion, Natalie Wood, style, vintage

Clara Bow

Published on 2012-02-22 02:54:11

Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Cinema, Clara Bow, flapper, movies, Photo, twenties, vintage

Clara Bow

Published on 2012-02-22 02:54:11

Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Cinema, Clara Bow, flapper, movies, Photo, twenties, vintage

Sunny Harnett

Published on 2012-02-21 15:04:01

Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Models, Photography, Sunny Harnett, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: bathing, fashion, Photo, Sunny Harnett, swimsuit, swimwear, vintage

Sunny Harnett

Published on 2012-02-21 15:04:01

Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Models, Photography, Sunny Harnett, Swimwear, Vintage Tagged: bathing, fashion, Photo, Sunny Harnett, swimsuit, swimwear, vintage

Louise Brooks

Published on 2012-02-21 03:52:56

Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Cinema, Louise Brooks, movies, Photo, twenties, vintage

Louise Brooks

Published on 2012-02-21 03:52:56

Filed under: 1920s, Cinema, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1920s, Cinema, Louise Brooks, movies, Photo, twenties, vintage

Marilyn, Putting Her Face On

Published on 2012-02-20 16:14:08

An off-duty photo of Marilyn Monroe putting makeup on Filed under: 1950s, Marilyn Monroe, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, makeup, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, vintage

Marilyn, Putting Her Face On

Published on 2012-02-20 16:14:08

An off-duty photo of Marilyn Monroe putting makeup on Filed under: 1950s, Marilyn Monroe, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, makeup, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, vintage

White Brocade Dress, Photographed by John Rawlings 1952

Published on 2012-02-20 14:37:05

Filed under: 1950s, Cars, Fashion, John Rawlings, Photographers, Photography, Vintage Tagged: cars, fashion, John Rawlings, Photo, vintage

1953: The Day Sweet Rationing Ended

Published on 2012-02-20 14:13:07

5 February 1953: a crowd of children rush to get into a sweetshop in north Acton as it opens its doors on the day sweet rationing ended. source: bbc.co.uk Filed under: 1950s, Fashion, Photography, Real Life, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, children, fifties, history, London, Photo, photograph, rationing, rations, sweets

Mary Jane Russel for Vogue 1949

Published on 2012-02-20 03:02:14

Filed under: 1940s, Mary Jane Russell, Models, Photography, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1940s, Cover, fashion, Mary Jane Russell, Paris, vintage, Vogue

Marilyn on the Beach

Published on 2012-02-19 14:02:18

Filed under: 1960s, Cinema, Marilyn Monroe, Photography, Vintage Tagged: 1960s, beach, Marilyn, Marilyn Monroe, Photo, sixties

Vogue December 1940

Published on 2012-02-19 13:54:47

Filed under: 1940s, Fashion, Photography, Vintage, Vogue Tagged: 1940s, Cover, fashion, magazine, vintage, Vogue

Cary Grant & Sunny Harnett, 1959

Published on 2012-02-19 03:00:35

Cary Grant & Sunny Harnett photographed by Richard Avedon, New York, 1959 Filed under: 1950s, Cary Grant, Fashion, Models, Photographers, Photography, Richard Avedon, Sunny Harnett, Vintage Tagged: 1950s, Cary Grant, Photo, Richard Avedon, Sunny Harnett, vintage

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