Inspirational Images: Shades and Curls

1970s, Inspirational Images, robert harding

Robert Harding Successful Colour Photography

Photographed by Robert Harding, c.1970

Scanned by Miss Peelpants from Successful Colour Photography, 1981

Inspirational Images: Stars and Stripes

1980s, boy london, iD magazine, Inspirational Images, sandro hyams, swimwear

Boy iD May 87 Sandro Hyams

All set to replace the Fiorucci First swimsuit classic is the stars and stripes range from BOY. Perfect for poolside posing (as is anything from BOY these days) these natty one pieces also lend themselves to watery pursuits and are specially made so as not to discolour in chlorine, unlike some designer dip suits. Wear them downt he lido or save them for evening. The lycra tight tops under your strides are just the ticket for stress free strutting ,and boys will no doubt be pleased to see the stars and stripes trunks which, as we all know, are the perfect acessory to wear over the trousers of any pinstripe suit.

Photographed by Sandro Hyams.

Scanned by Miss Peelpants from iD magazine, May 1987

Inspirational Illustrations: Lotus Blossom

1970s, Catherine Knox, cosmopolitan, Illustrations, Inspirational Images

Lotus Blossom by Catherine Knox Cosmo May 74

Illustration by Catherine Knox.

Scanned by Miss Peelpants from Cosmopolitan, May 1974

Vintage Adverts: Jane Catlin at Fortnum and Mason

1970s, Chris Simpson, fortnum and mason, Inspirational Images, Jane Cattlin, Vintage Adverts
Jane Catlin's polka dot pure silk petticoat dress with matching voile stole and gold sandals from our collection.

Jane Catlin’s polka dot pure silk petticoat dress with matching voile stole and gold sandals from our collection.

Photographed by Chris Simpson at the Pyramids of Teotihuacan.

Scanned by Miss Peelpants from Harpers and Queen, March 1976

Inspirational Images: Chokers

1970s, Bibette, Bibette Wainwright, british boutique movement, Inspirational Images, richard imrie, thea porter, Vogue
Arabella Churchill and voilet velvet choker: Bead in flower and loop, £3 at Thea Porter (her ribbons have butterflies too). Gibson Girl hair by Patricia of The Cadogan Club, Sloane St.)

Arabella Churchill and violet velvet choker: Bead in flower and loop, £3 at Thea Porter (her ribbons have butterflies too). Gibson Girl hair by Patricia of The Cadogan Club, Sloane St.

Photographed by Richard Imrie.

Scanned by Miss Peelpants from Vogue, April 1970.

More about Bibette here.

thea chokers vogue april 70 richard imrie 2

Indian glass bead choker, clever pretty patterns and tinkling fringe. One wide and black and white, £12, one narrow and yellow and orange, £6. By Bibette, at Thea Porter, 8 Greek Street.

 

Inspirational Images: Bare Bronze by Bourdin

1960s, guy bourdin, Inspirational Images, Vogue

Bare Bronze by Bourdin Vogue May 1969

Photographed by Guy Bourdin.

Scanned by Miss Peelpants from Vogue, May 1969

Inspirational Images: Enter right dramatically…

1960s, Bob Freeman, chelsea cobbler, Harpers Bazaar, Inspirational Images, Leslie Poole, molly parkin
enter right dramatically - leslie poole - bob freeman harpers bazaar april 1969

Long turquoise satin dress, about 21 gns. White kid boots, 18 gns to order from The Chelsea Cobbler.

The setting is one of undefined menace. The situation, traumatic. The girl, intrigued. But the message of the fashion is crystal clear. Dramatic, beautifully made clothes are rare. When they combine fine fabrics with feminine shapes they become almost impossible to find. Now, at last, one designer, Leslie Poole, is making them. The supplies and outlets are limited – so far. The demand, however, is quite undeniable.

Scenario by Gerard Brach. Production by Molly Parkin.

Photographed by Bob Freeman.

Scanned by Miss Peelpants from Harpers Bazaar, April 1969

Inspirational Images: Kiss and Make-Up (Guy Bourdin)

1970s, cosmopolitan, guy bourdin, Hair and make-up, Inspirational Images, Make-up
"His voice was intimate as the rustle of sheets, and he kissed easily." Dorothy Parker

“His voice was intimate as the rustle of sheets, and he kissed easily.” Dorothy Parker

I continue to be blown away by the magnificence of Guy Bourdin’s photographs. Every time I see a new one, I want to climb into it. Even when they’re just illustrating an article about make-up…

Photographed by Guy Bourdin.

Scanned by Miss Peelpants from Cosmopolitan, April 1975

"Next to the wound, what women make best is the bandage." - Barbey D'Aureyvilley

“Next to the wound, what women make best is the bandage.” – Barbey D’Aureyvilley

"If you want to kiss me any time during the evening, Nick, just let me know and I'll be glad to arrange it for you. Just mention my name." F Scott Fitzgerald, The Great Gatsby

“If you want to kiss me any time during the evening, Nick, just let me know and I’ll be glad to arrange it for you. Just mention my name.” F Scott Fitzgerald, The Great Gatsby

"What's irritating about love is that it is a crime that requires an accomplice." Baudelaire

“What’s irritating about love is that it is a crime that requires an accomplice.” Baudelaire

Inspirational Editorials: British Birds

1960s, british boutique movement, bus stop, Concept, Downtown, gordon king, Honey Magazine, Inspirational Images, Jill Harley, kari ann muller, lee bender, monty coles
Crepe zipper upper dress with patent belt by Gordon King. Jersey trousers by Concept. Patent high-tongue shoes by Ronald Keith. Hearts and flower power satin top by Downtown. Red cotton trousers by Slimma.

Crepe zipper upper dress with patent belt by Gordon King. Jersey trousers by Concept. Patent high-tongue shoes by Ronald Keith. Hearts and flower power satin top by Downtown. Red cotton trousers by Slimma.

British Birds hip it, add ribbon round foreheads squaw-style, and dress-over-pants. Slip into pull-on jersey dresses over matching tights and way out shoes. Hair a-fuzz, English looks are a-buzz with interest…

Photographed by Monty Coles.

Scanned by Miss Peelpants from Honey, April 1969.

Slinky little print wrapover by Bus Stop. Jersey pants by Concept.

Slinky little print wrapover by Bus Stop. Jersey pants by Concept.

Vest dress in jersey by Gordon King. Peasant shirt smock in jersey by Gordon King. Jersey trousers by Concept.

Vest dress in jersey by Gordon King. Peasant shirt smock in jersey by Gordon King. Jersey trousers by Concept.

Inspirational Images: Carnival!

1970s, british boutique movement, cosmopolitan, Inspirational Images, quorum, Sacha, Sacha
Samba dress by Quorum. Sandals by Sacha.

Samba dress by Quorum. Sandals by Sacha.

Photographed by Sacha.

Scanned by Miss Peelpants from Cosmopolitan, June 1976