Joan Shawlee: Classic Comedienne of Hollywood’s Golden Age
This post was originally published on this siteJoan Shawlee (1926–1987) was an American actress and comedienne known for her distinctive voice, sharp wit, and memorable […]
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Claire Kelly: The Elegant Beauty of Mid-Century Hollywood
This post was originally published on this siteClaire Kelly (1931–1998) was an American actress and model known for her striking beauty and elegant screen presence […]
20 Amazing Photos of Natalie Wood’s Wardrobe and Makeup Tests From the 1950s and 1960s
This post was originally published on this siteIn Hollywood’s studio system, wardrobe and makeup tests were critical technical tools. For Natalie Wood, these tests in […]
1957 Dual-Ghia Convertible: Rare Glamour of the Hollywood Elite
This post was originally published on this siteThe 1957 Dual-Ghia Convertible was one of the most exclusive and glamorous automobiles of the 1950s. A collaboration […]
How Kersal, Salford Has Changed: Striking Then-and-Now Photos
This post was originally published on this siteThese striking then-and-now photos, created by Dr Shane, offer a fascinating look at how Kersal, a district of […]
Dorothy O’Hara: Glamorous Designer of Postwar Hollywood Fashion
This post was originally published on this siteDorothy O’Hara was a prominent American fashion designer active in the 1940s and ’50s, celebrated for her glamorous, […]
Stunning Vintage Photos of Gina Lollobrigida on the Set of ‘The Law’ (1959)
This post was originally published on this siteThese stunning vintage photos capture the legendary Italian actress Gina Lollobrigida at the peak of her beauty and […]
26 Amazing Photographs of Ginger Rogers Playing Tennis From the Mid-20th Century
This post was originally published on this siteAcademy Award-winning actress and dancer Ginger Rogers was a highly accomplished tennis player who took the sport seriously […]
50 Stunning Vintage Color Photos of Massachusetts Weddings in the Late 1950s
This post was originally published on this siteDiscovered by Shane Egan, these vintage color photos offer a beautiful and nostalgic glimpse into weddings in Massachusetts […]
Marilyn Monroe for TIME Magazine, an “Icon for the Ages” (1954)
This post was originally published on this siteMarilyn Monroe was selected by TIME Magazine as one of its “100 Women of the Year” to represent […]
Christa Vogel: A Golden Era High-Fashion Icon
This post was originally published on this siteChrista Vogel was a German fashion model who became one of the most elegant and recognizable faces in […]
Jocelyn Lane: The Sultry Beauty of Postwar Hollywood
This post was originally published on this siteJocelyn Lane, also known as Jackie Lane (born Jocelyn Olga Bolton in 1937), was a stunning British actress […]
Vintage Portraits of Pier Angeli on the Set of ‘Somebody Up There Likes Me’ (1956)
This post was originally published on this siteIn 1956, while filming the boxing drama Somebody Up There Likes Me, Italian actress Pier Angeli captivated audiences […]
Helen Rose: The Queen of Hollywood Glamour
This post was originally published on this siteHelen Rose (1904–1985) was a legendary American costume designer who became one of the most influential figures in […]
Chinese Beauty Jacqui Chan in Venice, 1956
This post was originally published on this siteTrinidad-born British actress Jacqui Chan is caught turning the heads of uniformed passers-by in this impromptu snap taken […]
Sylva Koscina: The Stunning Croatian-Italian Star of Postwar European Cinema
This post was originally published on this siteSylva Koscina (1933–1994) was a stunning Croatian-born Italian actress who became one of the most popular and glamorous […]
Jayne Mansfield Posing With a Uncle Sam Top Hat to Celebrate the Fourth of July in 1954
This post was originally published on this siteThese portraits of Jayne Mansfield were staged as a holiday-themed pin-up designed to celebrate the Fourth of July. […]
20 Stunning Kodachrome Slides of the 1957 Rose Parade, Pasadena
This post was originally published on this siteOn New Year’s Day 1957, the streets of Pasadena, California, came alive with color, music, and celebration during […]
1951 Atlas Babycar 2S: A Charming Post-War Microcar
This post was originally published on this siteThe 1951 Atlas Babycar 2S is a fascinating and exceptionally rare microcar that perfectly captures the post-WWII European […]
35 Glamorous Portraits of Olivia de Havilland in the 1950s
This post was originally published on this siteDame Olivia Mary de Havilland (July 1, 1916 – July 26, 2020) was a British, American and French […]
Brigitte Bardot: Captivating Beauty on the Set of ‘Doctor at Sea’ (1955)
This post was originally published on this siteLong before she became the ultimate global sex symbol of the 1950s and ’60s, a 20-year-old Brigitte Bardot […]
30 Glamorous Photos of Susan Hayward in Swimsuit in the 1940s and 1950s
This post was originally published on this siteDuring the 1940s and 1950s, Academy Award-winning actress Susan Hayward was a prominent Hollywood style icon and a […]
30 Amazing Photographs of Lena Horne Performing on Stage in the 1940s and 1950s
This post was originally published on this siteLena Horne (June 30, 1917 – May 9, 2010) was one of the most elegant and influential live […]
Pascale Petit: The Sensual Beauty of 1950s–60s European Cinema
This post was originally published on this sitePascale Petit (born 1938) is a French actress who became one of the most alluring and popular stars […]
30 Beautiful Mid-Century Restaurant Postcards From the U.S.
This post was originally published on this siteThe mid-20th century was a golden age for American restaurant advertising, when bold, colorful postcards captured the excitement […]