A Hidden Gem: 1963 Illustration by Maurice Sendak
In March 1963, Ladies Home Journal featured a short story by Paul Darcy Boles, illustrated by Maurice Sendak, about a lion.
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Douglass Crockwell’s Mid-Century Beer Illustrations
Douglass Crockwell illustrated ads for the US Brewers Foundation, capturing Americana and social gatherings.
Nostalgic Mother-Daughter Nose Kiss for Max Factor
Mid-century magazines prominently featured mothers and children, exemplified by Max Factor’s 1959 makeup advertisement.
Vintage Advertising: Cashmere Bouquet Soap Illustrations
Mid-century soap ads, like Cashmere Bouquet, used love and illustrations to attract consumers effectively.
Modern Twists on Classic Looks: 1950s Fashion
The article explores modern interpretations of 1950s spring fashion, emphasizing creativity and research in style reinvention.
Max Factor’s Vibrant 1960s Lipstick and Nail Polish Ads
Max Factor promoted its “California Mad Mad Colors” lipstick and nail polish line in March 1963’s Good Housekeeping magazine edition.
1956 – Hollywood Maxwell V-ette Bras
The 1956 Hollywood Maxwell V-ette ad showcased pastel bras with unique branding, including the tagline “The Wizard of Bras.”
Undergarments of the 1950s: A Fashion Insider’s Guide
The article highlights 1950s fashion, emphasizing undergarments’ role in achieving trendy silhouettes, complemented by vibrant illustrations and color suggestions.
1956 – Smartee Cotton Sweaters
More sweaters from 1956. These are cotton.
1956 – Boepple Turn Around Sweater
Fifties pink embroidered sweater with bow in back
1959 – Mid-century Sex Education
Who should teach children about reproduction? Parents, church, or schools?
1951 – No to School, Yes to Marriage at 16
16 year old asks for advice about marriage.
1956 – Dan River Fabric for Dresses
This 1956 Glamour ad for Dan River Sunshades Cottons showcases wrinkle-free fabric and the mid-century fashion era.
Thornton Utz: Iconic Illustrations from 1959
Thornton Utz’s illustrations in Cosmopolitan March 1959 accompany Robert A. Knowlton’s short story, depicting romantic scenes in a beach and hotel setting.
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