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.
Category: Illustration
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.
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.
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.
Pepsi and Mid-Century America: A Nostalgic Look
Mid-century Pepsi advertising highlighted its cultural significance and profit potential, showcasing ideal couples enjoying refreshing, lower-calorie drinks.
Exploring ‘His Kind of Woman’: A 1951 Film Noir Classic
The 1951 film “His Kind of Woman” features Robert Mitchum and Jane Russell in a classic film-noir setting.
Vintage Love: Charm Magazine’s 1956 Wedding Ads
The smiling bride and groom from a May 1956 Charm magazine ad illustrated mid-century advertising trends, promoting Viv lipstick with a romantic aesthetic.
The Legacy of Coby Whitmore: Good Housekeeping 1955 Art
Coby Whitmore’s illustration in February 1955 Good Housekeeping accompanied Garson Kanin’s short story “A Day at a Time,” which was promoted for an MGM film adaptation that never materialized.
28 Days of Mid-Century Love Images
Each day in February, a different mid-century “couple in love” will be featured.
1955 – Illustration by Al Parker
From short story titled Cats Know who Hate Them
1946 – Carl Setter Illustration
Illustration for short story Mary Helen and the Dragon
1963 – 3 Woman – a very short short Story
This 2 page short story reminds us that times change, but family stays the same.
The Art of Romance: 1950s Illustrations in Magazines
In the mid-century, illustrators were highly sought after, particularly for magazines and advertising, showcasing passionate couples in love through notable works by various talented artists in numerous publications.
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