1950s models and their measurements
After the interest in Marilyn Monroe’s measurements (and the debate about whether she was really a size 16) I thought it would be interesting to look at the measurements of some of the supermodels of...
View ArticleSuzy Parker on the cover of Botany magazine
Fifties model Suzy Parker on the cover of Botany Magazine. I hadn’t heard of Botany magazine before and had a search around but failed to find out anything about it, can anyone help? Source and...
View ArticleColour your poodle to match your sweater, 50s style
Models Nancy Berg and Suzy Parker for Vogue August 1956. Dying to go together: Sweaters by House of Morrison Dyed to match skirts by Century. Left: Genuine fur-fibers blended with wool give this...
View Article10 Supermodels of the 1950s
Did you know that Uma Thurman’s mum was one of the most popular models in the 1950s? The Fifties was a great time for models. For the first time they became superstars in their own right. Apart from...
View ArticleSuzy Parker in a 1950s Modess Advert
Vintage Modess advert from 1956 featuring Suzy Parker wearing a wonderful gold gown. Only New Design Modess gives you luxury… the gentleness of the fabric covering thats as soft as a whisper. Source...
View ArticleSuzy Parker advertising jewellery in 1952 Vogue
The aloof and beautiful Suzy Parker advertising Kramer rhinestone jewellery in September 1952 Vogue. Source and copyright: Some rights reserved by and used with kind permission from...
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