Several ways to dance (according to each one’s profession)

Almanaque Bertrand, 1938 – Several ways to dance (according to each one’s profession)


Almanaque Bertrand, 1938 – 24, originally uploaded by Gatochy found on Art Deco.

Click image for 1911 x 1437 size.

From the Humorist: “How a doctor dances… a salesman… a dentist… a swimmer… a scello player… a phrenologist.”

Vintage Costumers, Seattle

Another great reason to live in Seattle! Costume shop Vintage Costumers specialising in authentic vintage styles to hire. Here’s a sampler, I think I’ll post some more later, there’s so many great things to hire!

7011 Roosevelt Way NE
Seattle, WA 98115
Monday to Friday 11am – 7pm
Saturdays & Sundays 11am – 6pm

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Arthur Elgort & Grace Coddington for US Vogue October 2008

Another 1940s-esque Vogue editorial styled by Grace Coddington, that I love. Photographer Arthur Elgort for Vogue US October 2008 issue. The model is Isabeli Fontana, and the little boy is in fact her son.

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