Born in Sweden in 1911, Lisa Fonssagrives first studies dance and settles in Paris to improve her technique before marrying fellow dancer Fernand Fonnsagrives, in 1935. Remarked by photographer Willy Maymald, in the elevator of her building, she begins modeling and moves to New York when World War II breaks out. While her husband andContinue reading “Fashion’s First Supermodel: 30 Gorgeous Photos of Lisa Fonssagrives From the 1930s to the 1950s”
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60 Amazing Photographs Showing Women’s Street Style from La Belle Époque Between 1910-1914
The French called the era from 1895 to 1914 La Belle Époque. It was an epoch of beautiful clothes and the peak of luxury living for a select few – the very rich and the very privileged through birth. In retrospect we can see it is an era very separate from the 20th century despiteContinue reading “60 Amazing Photographs Showing Women’s Street Style from La Belle Époque Between 1910-1914”
32 Vintage Photos of Smoking Ladies From the 1960s
25 Amazing Photos of Lee Miller Taken by Man Ray in Paris From 1929 to 1932
Just two weeks after her 22nd birthday in 1929, Lee Miller was leaving New York at the height of her fame as a model. A regular on the cover of Vogue, she was, by common consent, one of the most striking women of the age. A favourite subject of the great photographers Edward Steichen andContinue reading “25 Amazing Photos of Lee Miller Taken by Man Ray in Paris From 1929 to 1932”
30 Stunning Photos of Actress Loretta Young From Between the 1930s and 1950s
Loretta Young (born Gretchen Young; January 6, 1913 – August 12, 2000) was an American actress. Starting as a child actress, she had a long and varied career in film from 1917 to 1953. She won the 1948 Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in the 1947 film The Farmer’s Daughter and receivedContinue reading “30 Stunning Photos of Actress Loretta Young From Between the 1930s and 1950s”
34 Fascinating Photos of John Lennon during the Last Year of His Life
John Winston Ono Lennon (born John Winston Lennon; 9 October 1940 – 8 December 1980) was an English singer, songwriter, musician and peace activist who achieved worldwide fame as the founder, co-songwriter, co-lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist of the Beatles. He was characterised for the rebellious nature and acerbic wit in his music, writing, drawings,Continue reading “34 Fascinating Photos of John Lennon during the Last Year of His Life”
45 Beautiful Photos of Lovely Women From the 1950s and 1960s
31 Vintage Photos of Silent Screen Actress Jeanette Loff during the 1920s and 1930s
Another beautiful actress from the silent screen who came to a tragic end. Jeanette Loff is definitely someone worth remembering not only for her beautiful face, but for her many talents. Her life came to a tragic end when she was just thirty-five years old. “I don’t think there is much of a story inContinue reading “31 Vintage Photos of Silent Screen Actress Jeanette Loff during the 1920s and 1930s”
15 Vintage Photographs of Janis Joplin at the Chelsea Hotel in New York City, June 1970
Photographer whose work vividly expressed the essence of creative personalities ranging from Janis Joplin to Arthur Miller. Like that of many photographers, David Gahr’s work was better known than his name. He was among the first photographers to specialize in taking pictures of popular musicians and, more specifically, to think them worthy of being photographed.Continue reading “15 Vintage Photographs of Janis Joplin at the Chelsea Hotel in New York City, June 1970”
