Al Buell’s Iconic 1959 Illustration in Cosmopolitan
In June 1959, Cosmopolitan published John D MacDonald’s short story “Crossroads,” featuring Al Buell’s illustrations, highlighting themes of suspense and danger.
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I'm an American baby boomer with a strange hobby. I collect mid-century women's magazines. My blog, MidCenturyPage.com is a result of a 20 year passion to scan the pages of these magazines and share them with anyone who wants to understand what mid-century women thought about, cared about, and worried about while living in the 1950's and 1960's
Jon Whitcomb’s Timeless Illustrations and Flatware in 1951
Jon Whitcomb’s 1951 Glamour magazine ad features mid-century Community Silverplate flatware, presenting four elegant patterns appealing to brides-to-be.
Gary Cooper’s Final Days: A Reflection by Veronica
The 1963 Good Housekeeping article reflects on Gary Cooper’s battle with cancer, featuring insights from his wife, Veronica Cooper.
Nostalgic 1963 Purina Dog Chow Ad: Boy and Puppy
The 1963 Purina Dog Chow ad features a boy and puppy on a rug, symbolizing the pure love between them.
Exploring Mid-Century Romance in McCalls Magazine from 1952
The blog highlights mid-century love images, featuring Walter Skor’s illustration for Natalie Shipman’s 1952 short story, Experiment with Love, in McCalls magazine.
Tom Lovell’s 1959 Good Housekeeping Illustration
The September 1959 issue of Good Housekeeping featured Tom Lovell’s illustration accompanying Lawrence Williams’ short story, showcasing a mid-century couple’s romantic moment.
1950 – Gas Refrigerator and Deadly Consequences
Servel gas refrigerators, popular mid-century, faced carbon monoxide risks, prompting government warnings and disposal incentives.
Active Couples in Vintage Ads: Sego Diet Drink
A 1964 Sego Diet Drink ad features a couple hiking, promoting the drink’s protein benefits for satisfaction and weight management.
Charming 1956 Couple: Vintage Fashion Insights
A 1956 ad features a couple in vintage attire, showcasing a dress by Murray White, representing classic fifties style.
8 Timeless Beauty Tips for Men’s Approval from 1964
The 1964 article offers eight beauty tips to win a man’s approval, but emphasizes valuing self-identity over external validation.
Memorable 1960s Avon Ads: A Look Back
In 1963, Avon launched the WISHING fragrance, leveraging direct sales through Avon Representatives, catering to stay-at-home mothers, reflecting cultural shifts in advertising.
Vintage Palmolive Ad: Beauty Tips from 1952
A 1952 Palmolive ad promotes beauty through gentle soap use, backed by scientific claims and results.
Nostalgic Franco-American Spaghetti Ad from 1951
The 1951 McCalls ad depicts a mid-century couple, highlighting the tradition of husbands coming home for lunch and enjoying Franco-American spaghetti.
The Legacy of Jack Benny: A Daughter’s Love Story
Joan Benny’s article “My Dad, Jack Benny” reflects on her deep love for her iconic father, shedding light on their relationship.
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