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Elegant Photos That Defined 1930s Fashion Styles of Women

The fashion of the thirties is usually overshadowed by the Great Depression, but the 1930s were full of glamor and style. The very loose, square, drop-waist, high knee-length hem and slightly “boyish” look of 1920s fashion for women was completely gone by the 1930s. It was replaced with a much more modest and form-fitting styleContinue reading “Elegant Photos That Defined 1930s Fashion Styles of Women”

35 Fabulous Photos of Actress Irish McCalla in the 1950s

Born 1928 in Pawnee City, Nebraska, American actress and artist Irish McCalla was best known as the title star of the 1950s television series Sheena, Queen of the Jungle. She co-starred with actor Chris Drake. Following the one-season Sheena, she appeared in five films from 1958 to 1962, and guest roles on the TV seriesContinue reading “35 Fabulous Photos of Actress Irish McCalla in the 1950s”

Photos of Dizzy Gillespie Taken by Carl Van Vechten in 1955

John Birks “Dizzy” Gillespie (1917 – 1993) was an American jazz trumpeter, bandleader, composer, educator and singer. He was a trumpet virtuoso and improviser, building on the virtuoso style of Roy Eldridge but adding layers of harmonic and rhythmic complexity previously unheard in jazz. His combination of musicianship, showmanship, and wit made him a leadingContinue reading “Photos of Dizzy Gillespie Taken by Carl Van Vechten in 1955”

35 Gorgeous Photos of Bonita Granville in the 1930s and 1940s

Born 1923 in Manhattan, New York City, American actress Bonita Granville began her career on the stage at age three. She initially began as a child actress, making her film debut in Westward Passage (1932). She rose to prominence for her role in These Three (1936), which earned her an Academy Award nomination at ageContinue reading “35 Gorgeous Photos of Bonita Granville in the 1930s and 1940s”

Corinne Griffith: One of the Most Beautiful Actresses of the Silent Film Era

Born 1894 in Waco, Texas, American actress Corinne Griffith pursued a film career after winning a beauty contest in Southern California. In 1916, she signed a contract with Vitagraph Studios, appearing in numerous films for the studio through the remainder of the decade. In 1920, Griffith began making films for First National Pictures, and becameContinue reading “Corinne Griffith: One of the Most Beautiful Actresses of the Silent Film Era”

People Posing With Their Cars in the 1950s

The post-World War II era brought a wide range of new technologies to the automobile consumer, and a host of problems for the independent automobile manufacturers. The industry was maturing in an era of rapid technological change; mass production and the benefits from economies of scale led to innovative designs and greater profits, but stiffContinue reading “People Posing With Their Cars in the 1950s”

Czech Classic Beauty: 40 Fabulous Photos of Olga Schoberová in the 1960s

Born 1943 in Prague, Czech actress Olga Schoberová, also known as Olinka Bérová worked as a clerk at the Technomat, for CZK 500 per month. Her older sister Eva was a model. Since Eva was quite busy as a model, Eva once sent Olga, who looked very similar to her, to a modeling job. OlgaContinue reading “Czech Classic Beauty: 40 Fabulous Photos of Olga Schoberová in the 1960s”

30 Old Portrait Photos of Manila Ladies From the Early 20th Century

Manila is the capital of the Philippines, and its second most populous city. It is located on the eastern shore of Manila Bay, on the island of Luzon. The Pasig River flows through the middle of the city, dividing it into the north and south sections. Manila became autonomous with the passage of Republic ActContinue reading “30 Old Portrait Photos of Manila Ladies From the Early 20th Century”