Don Honeyman (1919–2011) was a talented American-born British photographer renowned for his elegant fashion and portrait photography. He began his career in 1940 at American Vogue, initially assisting legendary photographers such as Horst P. Horst and George Hoyningen-Huene, before quickly establishing himself as a skilled photographer in his own right.
After moving to London in the late 1950s, Honeyman worked extensively for British Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, and other prestigious publications. Known for his refined lighting, sophisticated compositions, and ability to capture both glamour and personality, he photographed many notable figures of the mid-20th century.
His work spanned several decades and left a significant mark on postwar fashion photography in Britain. These beautiful vintage photos showcase Don Honeyman’s exceptional talent for combining technical mastery with timeless elegance, capturing the glamour and poise of mid-20th century fashion with enduring grace.
Model in heavy black faille dress, with a laced-in waist and five yards of stole, photo by Don Honeyman, Vogue, October 1, 1946
Mrs. John C. Wilson photographed by Don Honeyman in Paris of the sari dresses, which Mainbocher made for her in New York, Vogue, July 1947
Jeanne Klein wearing a Tricot sweater with a Danton collar, photo by Don Honeyman, Vogue, Paris, September 1948
Model wearing a long stole cut from the same fabric as the dress and draped over the shouldres by Balenciaga, photo by Don Honeyman, Vogue, Paris, September 1948
Ariane wearing a dress by Jeanne Lafaurie, and hat by Legroux Soeurs, photo by Don Honeyman, Vogue, Paris, May 1949
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