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The Wizard of Oz Witch Controversy

Posted on October 31, 2015 by Glamourdaze

The actress who might have been the witch in Wizard of Oz – The casting for the wicked witch in MGM’s The Wizard of Oz caused a major controversy. Everyone at MGM were going in circles. Frank Baum‘s concept in his original book illustrated by WW Denslow wasn’t much help, resembling more a grumpy dwarf than a scary witch. Wizard of…

1930s Fashion – Pyjama Belles in November 1930

Posted on October 29, 2015 by Glamourdaze

The pyjama vogue has swept the USA in 1930 – Cosy nights in beckon in these feminine night attires. To the left – Anita Page in modernistic print pajamas designed by Adrian. A matching handkerchief is worn, gypsy fashion, about her head. To the right – delightful Raquel Torres demonstrates the use of stripes for pyjamas this winter season. Stripes…

1930s Fashion – Grace the Mannequin

Posted on October 28, 2015 by Glamourdaze

A day in the Life of a Fifth Avenue window dummy 1937 – Life Magazine has a look at a day in the life of a Fifth Avenue store mannequin. Above, Grace ( as they have named her) peers out of the Saks Fifth Avenue window at the passers by. Behind her we see the towering Radio City hall. Up…

Famous 1940s Hollywood Faces and their Make-up

Posted on October 21, 2015 by Glamourdaze

Reference the looks of iconic 1940’s women – In high resolution, a quick peek at some of the most beautiful and iconic female faces in the Hollywood firmament, photographed by some of the greatest photographers of their time. Gazing out at us from the past, with all the red lipstick glamour that the era evokes. What we love about these 1940s photos is…

Paris Fashions – Fall Collections 1944

Posted on October 14, 2015 by Glamourdaze

The first fashion show from liberated Paris – The liberation of Paris sent a thrill of mixed anticipation and anxiety through the dress designers of London, New York and Hollywood, some of whom have thrived mightily during Paris’ long night. The first Paris fashion shows, therefore, brought forth groans of both dismay and criticism. Paris however proved that it still…

1930s Fashion – More Fall Styles – 1938

Posted on October 10, 2015 by Glamourdaze

October fashions from Hollywood in 1938 – Edith Head designed this bottle-green and beige herringbone tweed suit for Joan Bennett to wear. The green note of the tweed is repeated in the velvet trim of the long topcoat, the cashmere sweater and suede accessories. the stitched velvet acorn cap is also of tweed. To the right, Loretta Young attends a…

Autumn Modes – Fall Fashion in 1930

Posted on October 7, 2015 by Glamourdaze

Hollywood’s Loretta Young poses – 1.To the left above, Miss Loretta Young wears a stunning new fall coat modelled of brown duvet with seams forming the new princess line. Kolinsky cuffs and collar add a touch of luxurious warmth. To the right, a smart street frock worn by Miss Young boasts cap sleeves embroidered in French knots of silk chenille,…

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1930 Hollywood Beauty Tricks – Oct 1932

Posted on October 6, 2015 by Glamourdaze

All the beauty tricks of the stars – 1930s Beauty report by Caroline Van Wyck 1. Fall Coiffures. Joan Bennett presents the Riviera bob, her first distinct departure in coiffures in three years. Heretofore her bob has been long. This new coiffure emphasises three important trends. The bob is short. The ends are curled. The neckline is revealed. From a…

1930s Hollywood Beauty Tricks – Neck Stretch

Posted on October 2, 2015 by Glamourdaze

“Necking for beauty’s sake!” says Jean Arthur in 1932 – Actress Jean Arthur shows us a movie star beauty trick for a pretty neck. First, lie on a divan, allowing the head and shoulders to droop over the edge. Second, turn the head from left to right fifteen times. Third, raise the head from the shoulders and lower it. Fourth, complete…

That ’70s Show – Retro Fashion Nostalgia in 2015

Posted on September 30, 2015 by Glamourdaze

Designers Fall in Love again with the ’70s – The runways saw a mix between futuristic style and throwback fashion, but retro glam seemed to dominate the catwalks this year. It was evident that it was the ’70s that inspired many ready-to-wear labels this time around, with luxury brands reminiscing the folksy fashion that defined that decade. For the Spring/Summer 2015,…

The Wizard of Oz Witch Controversy

1930s Fashion – Pyjama Belles in November 1930

1930s Fashion – Grace the Mannequin

Famous 1940s Hollywood Faces and their Make-up

Paris Fashions – Fall Collections 1944

1930s Fashion – More Fall Styles – 1938

Autumn Modes – Fall Fashion in 1930

1930 Hollywood Beauty Tricks – Oct 1932

1930s Hollywood Beauty Tricks – Neck Stretch

That ’70s Show – Retro Fashion Nostalgia in 2015

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