Exploring 1950s Women’s Magazines: Art and Fiction
In the 1950s, women’s magazines provided entertainment, showcasing short stories and illustrations from emerging authors and artists.
Tag: Today’s Woman
Vintage Cutex Cosmetics Ads: The 1953 Pink Lipstick Trend
A 1953 Cutex ad promotes pink lipstick for flirting or marriage, showcasing color options and prices.
1953 – Perma-lift and the Bullet Bra
Perma-lift introduced the iconic cone-shaped bullet bra with “magic inset” for uplifting support, shaping mid-century fashion.
Perma-lift Shapewear Ads from the 1950’s
Perma-lift advertised girdles, bras, and panties in 1950s women’s magazines, using illustrations and targeting different lengths and figures.
1952 – Ski Sweaters to Knit
And memories about the time I stole my dad’s ski sweater
1953 – Poodle Knit Sweaters
A curly yarn of wool and mohair for the fifties poodle knit look
1952 – Miller High Life Beer and New TV
Friends, beer, and a new TV show
Christmas Illustrations by Fredric Varaday
The author discusses and appreciates Fredric Varady’s Christmas-themed illustrations from the 1952 Today’s Woman magazine and other publications.
1952 – Illustration by Al Werner
For short story titled The Prodigal by Mary Brinker Post
1952 – Illustration by Al Moore
This illustration is 70 years old this month
1951 – Bedtime for Pops
Tuck in your shirt before you turn in
Retro Inspirations: Bob Hilbert’s Illustrations Explored
Today’s Woman featured illustrator Bob Hilbert in June 1951, highlighting his work and family life.
1953 – Walt Disney 2.0
The mid-century icon and his next big projects
1951 – The Perfect Husband
What did mid-century women consider to be the best qualities in a husband?
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