Before Times Square was all flat LCD panels its signs were far more textural. Bent tin, neon, flashing light bulbs, and all manner of mechanical contraptions animated the signs that covered the walls of the great canyon of advertising. One of the most famous signs from the 1930s through the ’60s was the Camel CigaretteContinue reading “25 Vintage Pictures of Smoking Camel Signs in Times Square From Between the 1940s and 1960s”
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26 Fascinating Photos of Soho, London in the 1950s
Soho is an area of the City of Westminster, part of the West End of London. Originally a fashionable district for the aristocracy, it has been one of the main entertainment districts in the capital since the 19th century. The area was developed from farmland by Henry VIII in 1536, when it became a royalContinue reading “26 Fascinating Photos of Soho, London in the 1950s”
49 Stunning Vintage Photos of Ladies Wearing Red at Christmas
34 Amazing Photos Showing Intimate Moments of Famous Couples From Between the 1950s and 1970s
Celebrities are just like normal people, they also have their private time in life. Just check out these intimate photos to see sweet moments of famous couples from between the 1950s and 1970s. They could be couples, partners, or just lovers at that time.
51 Vintage Photos Showing Blonde Hollywood Actresses of the 1950s
35 Amazing Vintage Photos of a Young Betty White From Between the 1950s and 1960s
Betty Marion White Ludden (born January 17, 1922) is an American actress and comedian. A pioneer of early television, White is noted for her vast work in the entertainment industry, having been one of the first women to exert control in front of and behind the camera, as well as the first woman to produceContinue reading “35 Amazing Vintage Photos of a Young Betty White From Between the 1950s and 1960s”
66 Amazing Black & White Photos of Pin-Up Girl Betty Brosmer during the 1950s
Betty Chloe Brosmer (born August 2, 1935), later known by her married name Betty Weider, is an American former bodybuilder and physical fitness expert. During the 1950s, she was a popular commercial model and pin-up girl. After marrying entrepreneur Joe Weider in 1961, she began a lengthy career as a spokesperson and trainer in theContinue reading “66 Amazing Black & White Photos of Pin-Up Girl Betty Brosmer during the 1950s”
17 Festive African-American Christmas Greeting Cards From the 1950s and 1960
Created by companies like Ebony Classics and Colortone Originals, Inc., these Holiday cards from the 1950s and ’60 are wonderful!
The Oldest Living Supermodel: Stunning Photos of Actress & Model Carmen Dell’Orefice in the 1940s and 1950s
Born 1931 in New York City, American model and actress Carmen Dell’Orefice was approached to model by the wife of photographer Herman Landschoff while riding a bus to ballet class at the age of 13. In 1946, her godfather introduced her to Vogue and the 15-year-old signed a modeling contract for $7.50 an hour. SheContinue reading “The Oldest Living Supermodel: Stunning Photos of Actress & Model Carmen Dell’Orefice in the 1940s and 1950s”
