Born 1939 in Dresden, Germany, Editha Dussler was a prominent fashion model active during the mid to late 1960s, a period known for its revolutionary styles and shift in fashion aesthetics. She gained recognition primarily through her extensive work with American Vogue, where her photographs frequently appeared in the magazine’s high-fashion spreads throughout the decade.
Dussler was consistently photographed by some of the most influential photographers of the 20th century, including Irving Penn, Horst P. Horst, Richard Avedon, and Helmut Newton. Her work spanned a range of styles, from modeling elegant high-end designer creations by houses like Gres and Kimberly to featuring in more avant-garde and memorable shoots, such as the famous 1967 body paint portrait by Horst P. Horst.
Her career is emblematic of the glamorous and experimental nature of 1960s fashion. Take a look at these glamorous photos to see portraits of Editha Dussler in the 1960s.
Editha Dussler in bright yellow fly-front linen smock by Hannah Troy, photo by Henry Clarke, Goreme, Turkey, Vogue 1966
Editha Dussler in a fiery red-and-orange chiffon evening dress with a matching toga-scarf by Pauline Trigère, photo by Henry Clarke, Turkey, Vogue, December 1, 1966
Editha Dussler in green Marescot lace jibba with tracery of green sequins all over, green and gold beads braid the neckline by Dior, coiffure by Carita, photo by Irving Penn, Vogue, September 15, 1966
Editha Dussler in jeweled seraglio pajamas with starry clusters of rhinestones on white chiffon over pale shell-pink, banded at the ankle by Christian Dior-New York, photo by Henry Clarke, Vogue, December 1, 1966
Editha Dussler in kilt of black-and-white wool windowpane plaid topped with a bright blue shirt with black lace ruffles, kilt by Sloat, shirt by Malbé, photo by Irving Penn, Vogue, August 1, 1966
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