La Rentrée with Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Summer is coming to an end, and with it comes as the French say "la rentrée". Below an ungentlemanlike, yet stylish and original photo from the early 70s, that depicts a couple arriving after their Summer holidays dressed in Saint Laurent Rive Gauche ensembles.

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Hal David & Burt Bacharach: Talented Composer Duo

Burt Bacharach and Hal David formed one of the most talented composer duos in musical history. Their genius produced some of the most popular songs in the 60s and early 70s, songs that have become part of our life's soundtrack.

"Don't Make Me Over", "I Say a Little Prayer", "Alfie", "What The World Needs Now", "Do You Know The Way to San Jose", "The Look of Love", "This Guy's In Love With You", "Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head", "Walk On By", and many more were instant hits when recorded by Dionne Warwick or the likes of Dusty Springfield, Herb Alpert, Sergio Mendes, & Jackie Deshannon.

Hal David, passed away on September 1, 2012 at the age of 91. RIP Hal David and thanks for the music!

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Summer Sunset

As Summer comes to an end, why not take a pause and enjoy the wonders of nature such as a sunset at the beach. Moments like this never go out of style.

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Brigitte Bardot & Johnny Hallyday: Summer Melody

Two of France's top icons from the 60s, Brigitte Bardot and Johnny Hallyday share a moment of music and relaxation at one of the French Riviera's beaches during the Summer of 1967.

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Neil Armstrong

Neil Armstrong, the first man to ever walk the moon, died on August 25, 2012. Armstrong will always be remembered for his contributions to space travel and science. Below, his iconic words from July 21, 1969:


"That's one small step for (a) man, one giant leap for mankind"

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Cary Grant: Summer Rain

Cary Grant shows how one should react to an unexpected rainy day in the middle of Summer.

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George Harrison: Airport Elegance

George Harrison, photographed at an airport's runway either arriving or departing is an example of the elegance present on air travel back in the 60s. A military inspired jacket like the one worn by Harrison is a very functional item when travelling, not only does it make you look well dressed, but its pockets are ideal to keep boarding passes and other important things.

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