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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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.
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.
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.
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.
California Love: 1960s Beach Beauty Tips
A 1963 Good Housekeeping article showcases a couple embracing California’s beach beauty, offering makeup tips for achieving that vibe in colder climates.
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 1952: Ad Featuring Smiling Couple
A 1952 ad for Ipana toothpaste features a smiling couple, promoting clean teeth and a classic mid-century love theme.
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.
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.
Harry Bennett’s Art in Family Circle’s 1955 Story
The post discusses a May 1955 Family Circle short story titled “Ingrid, his Wife,” by Florence Christian illustrated by Harry Bennett, featuring a nostalgic black-and-white illustration with colorful elements.
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