Tilly Tizzani (1938–1975) was one of the most prominent Italian top models of the 1960s. She quickly became an international fashion icon thanks to her striking beauty, elegant presence, and strong facial features.
Tilly frequently appeared on the covers and editorial pages of prestigious magazines such as Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, and Queen. She was photographed by legendary photographers including Irving Penn, Hiro, and Norman Parkinson, and worked with top designers like Yves Saint Laurent, Givenchy, Nina Ricci, Trigère, and Fabiani.
With a style that was both sensual and sophisticated, Tilly Tizzani, alongside Isa Stoppi, is considered one of the most representative Italian models of the golden era of the 1960s. Take a look at these vintage photos to see beautiful fashion portraits of Tilly Tizzani during the 1960s.
Tilly Tizzani, photo by Norman Parkinson for Queen magazine, 1962
Tilly Tizzani in a romantic blouse by Adelaar, Vogue, November 15, 1962
Tilly Tizzani in big fleecy wool skirt with sleeveless tuck-in top lashed with snakeskin belt by Sloat, hat by Mr. John, photo by Bert Stern, Vogue, August 1, 1962
Tilly Tizzani in brilliant green, wild cardigan coat of mohair and cotton by Marquise, pin by Hattie Carnegie, photo by Bert Stern, Vogue, October 1, 1962
Tilly Tizzani in crimson wool crêpe dress, bare and high-waisted with an enormous fringed shawl by Adele Simpson, dangly jet-black earrings by Cadoro, coiffure by Kenneth Batelle, photo by Bert Stern, Vogue, October 15, 1962
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