vintagegal:

Walking the Streets of New York, 1946. Photography by Stanley Kubrick for Look Magazine.

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cafeconpanna:

The Dapper Rebels of Los Angeles, 1966

In the summer of 1965, riots broke out in the Watts neighborhood of southern Los Angeles. Over a six-day period, 34 people were killed, 1,032 injured and over 3,438 arrests were made. In 1966, LIFE magazine revisited the site of the worst riots America had ever seen in its history. The photo essay depicting the region’s ‘fearsome street gangs’ however, turned out more like a fashion shoot for dapper style…

This article is such an interesting look at the history of black fashion, quintessential “Los Angeles” style, and how we perceive early gang culture. I’m fascinated with the pride of dress shown by the “dapper rebels” and the dignity presented in their portraits and photos.

Read more.

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StreetPeek x Faded Crimson : “Unusual Suspects”

Delving into the art of visual storytelling, these highly intricate renderings are an ode to the serendipitous connection shared between people, and the back stories that lie behind every individual. While some stories are hidden, others appear as subtle cues- where a smile, a look, a stance or way of being can have their effects felt on strangers and friends around us. Here, the lovable hedgehog is used as a symbol to connect these fairytale-inspired pieces, which speaks of how we are but co-authors in each other’s lives and ever-evolving identities.

Once again, my deepest gratitude to Mad Nest and UNIFORMfor making this happen as well as my illustrator, Arlene Rieneke. 

The “Unusual suspects” exhibition is held til 30 May 2013 at Mad Nest (378/380 East Coast Road), alongside the brilliant photographers at lilreddotfolks, SHENTONISTA and Sartorial Daily.

platea:

A Modern Hair Study by Tara Bogart

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f-l-e-u-r-d-e-l-y-s:

Photographer: Marc Garanger “Algerian traditional outfit and ornament”

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garconniere:

The fabulous fashion & style of the Harlem Renaissance, c.1920s-1930s

i’ve seen a handful of these before, and as gorgeous as it is to see this collection, i wish they were circulating with credit/context. the final one is most likely by Robert Scurlock in the 1960s-1970s from a 1920s negative. more details here.

if you’re interested in history blogs that properly attribute their content, visit these:

Of Another Fashion

Black History Album

look up some books on the harlem renaissance, learn the names of the gorgeous folks pictured, and what importance style and fashion played in their lives.

When Harlem Was In Vogue by David Lewis

The Harlem Renaissance

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Heebie Jeebies by Celia Edell

putthison:

Old photos of Fair Isle sweaters, taken from the Shetland Museum.

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