The American vintage fashion photographer Rodney Smith

This gallery contains 93 photos.

The New-York based fashion photographer Rodney Smith (1947-2016) is famous for his surrealist and poetic universe. He was often compared to the Belgian painter René Magritte. The photographer worked for famous fashion names like Neiman Marcus,  Saks Fifth Avenue, W … Continue reading

The Art Deco fashion illustrator George Wolfe Plank

This gallery contains 44 photos.

George Wolfe Plank (1883-1965) was an American artist who collaborated with Vogue from 1911 to 1936 (fashion illustrations and covers). He also illustrated Vanity Fair covers. His Art Deco style drawings are ravishing and inspired.

Basking in the Szechenyi baths in Budapest, Hungary

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Built in 1913, the Szechenyi baths in Budapest are one of the largest baths in Europe with its 15 indoor baths, 3 grand outdoor pools, saunas… Lolling in the natural hot water is very relaxing and pleasant. Besides, the yellow … Continue reading

The Art Deco fashion illustrator Helen Dryden

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Helen Dryden (1887-1981) was an American artist who collaborated with Vogue during 13 years (1909-1922). She made fashion illustrations and covers for Vogue but also for Delineator and Studebaker. According to The New York Times, Helen Dryden was the most … Continue reading

Vintage Academy Awards in photos

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Since 1929, the Academy Awards (Oscars) have been given annually by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) to recognize cinema excellence.

The vintage fashion photographer Philippe Pottier

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Philippe Pottier (1905-1991) was a French fashion photographer. His photos were magnificent, graceful, lovely and elegant. He often photographed models wearing Christian Dior, Lanvin or Madame Grès.

Sunset over Cap d’Antibes from the Belles Rives hotel

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Les yeux fermés, bercée par le rythme des vagues, J’écoute les clapotis de la mer. Apaisante et puissante musique Marine… The Belles Rives hotel has a beautiful terrasse where we can sip a cocktail and admire the Cap d’Antibes.

Fifties fashion

At the end of the Second World War, women are looking for feminity, elegance and chic. Christian Dior responds to this demand in 1947 with the “New look” (name given by Harper’s Bazaar editor Carmel Snow). The “New look” is characterised by … Continue reading