Friday, December 19, 2014

Justin Villeneuve & Twiggy: Mod Elegance


Twiggy and Justin Villeneuve photographed in the mid 60s giving a lesson of elegance. The iconic 60s model and photographer's ensembles are an example of Mod and classic Dandyism.


Photo: Tumblr

Wednesday, December 17, 2014

The Who: Fall/Winter Inspiration

A mid 60s photo of The Who wearing different ensembles that can inspire this Fall/Winter.


Photo: Tumblr

Friday, December 12, 2014

Robert Redford & Mia Farrow: Party Elegance




Robert Redford and Mia Farrow on a party scene from 1974's "The Great Gatsby" displaying the elegance of the 1920s.



Photo: Tumblr

Wednesday, December 10, 2014

Lou Reed: New York '65


Lou Reed, frontman of "The Velvet Undergroud", photographed in New York circa 1965.



Photo: Tumblr

Friday, December 5, 2014

Jean Michel Basquiat: Effortless Cool

Jean Michel Basquiat photographed in the mid 80s by Richard Corman giving off an effortless cool dandy image.


Photo: Tumblr / Richard Corman


Wednesday, December 3, 2014

Guy Bourdin: Bold Simplicity

Acclaimed fashion photographer Guy Bourdin is shown in this photo wearing a versatile, timeless, and perfect for any occasion ensemble. His talent and attitude add the finishing touch.


Photo: Tumblr

Friday, November 28, 2014

Mick Jagger & Keith Richards: Thanksgiving '68

Mick Jagger and Keith Richards pose in the middle of a one of a kind banquet in 1968. Happy Thanksgiving!



Photo: Tumblr

Wednesday, November 26, 2014

The Byrds: Fall '67

California based 60s rock group, The Byrds, displays different styles for Fall/Winter in the mid 60s.


Photo: Tumblr

Monday, November 17, 2014

Montefiori Cocktail: Fall in Venezia



Montefiori Cocktail's rendition of Stelvio Cipriani's classic "Anonimo Veneziano" features an amazing video that gives a glimpse of  Venice during Fall.


Photo/Video: Youtube

Wednesday, November 12, 2014

Donovan: Stripes on Stripes


Donovan photogrphed in the mid 60s wearing a striped shirt and jacket.



Photo: Tumblr

Friday, November 7, 2014

Marlon Brando & Sophia Loren: A Countess From Hong Kong


Marlon Brando and Sophia Loren showing elegance on a scene of 1967's "A Countess From Hong Kong".



Photo: Tumblr


Wednesday, November 5, 2014

Sean Connery & Daniela Bianchi: From Istanbul With Love


Sean Connery and Daniela Bianchi on a promotional photo of 1963's "From Russia With Love", which was shot in Istanbul.



Photo: Tumblr

Monday, November 3, 2014

John Lennon & Paul Mc Cartney: Fall in London


John Lennon and Paul McCartney photographed in the mid 60s wearing matching jackets.


Photo: Tumblr

Wednesday, October 29, 2014

Syd Barrett: Paisley

A total paisley ensemble worn by Syd Barrett circa 1968.



Photo: Tumblr

Monday, October 27, 2014

Bob Dylan: Monday!


A photo of Bob Dylan that could probably show his reaction to the fact that it's Monday.


Photo: Tumblr

Wednesday, October 22, 2014

Oscar de la Renta: In Memoriam

Oscar de la Renta photographed in the mid 70s with Spanish model Nati Abascal wearing one of his creations. He will always be considered as one of fashion's greatest designers not only because of his taste & creativity, but also due to his personality.



Photo: Tumblr/Oscar de la Renta

Monday, October 20, 2014

Halston: Accessories & Attitude


A young Halston photographed while visting Paris in 1960 shows that accesories and attitude are the finishing touch for any ensemble.


Photo: Tumblr

Wednesday, October 15, 2014

Clint Eastwood: Fall in Rome

Clint Eastwood photographed in the mid 60s while walking along the streets of Rome.


Photo: Tumblr

Friday, October 10, 2014

Brian Jones & Anita Pallenberg: Night Out


Brian Jones and Anita Pallenberg enjoying a night out in the mid 60s.



Photo: Tumblr

Wednesday, October 8, 2014

Peter Sellers: Eyewear


A rare photo of a bearded Peter Sellers wearing one of a kind eyewear and a versatile ensemble.


Photo: Tumblr/Cinearchive

Friday, October 3, 2014

Frank Sinatra & Ava Gardner: Bowtie


A candid photo of Frank Sinatra and Ava Gardner attending a party in the mid 50s.


Photo: Tumbr

Wednesday, October 1, 2014

Jacques Demy & Michel Legrand: Cherbourg

Jacques Demy and Michel Legrand photographed on the set of  "The Umbrellas of Cherbourg".



Photo: Tumblr

Monday, September 29, 2014

Steve McQueen & Faye Dunaway: After the Party

Steve McQueen and Faye Dunaway walking candidly in style after a night out in "The Thomas Crown Affair".
 
Photo: Tumblr



Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Kurt Cobain: Grunge Style Icon

Kurt Cobain wasn't only a Grunge icon, but also a man with a unique and eclectic sense of style. Worth noting are his striped jerseys and sunglasses.



Photo: Tumblr

Friday, September 19, 2014

The Love Machine

The cover of Jacqueline Susann's 1969 novel, "The Love Machine".



Photo: Tumblr/Le-livre

Wednesday, September 17, 2014

Bryan Ferry & Jerry Hall: Slave To Love

A photo of Bryan Ferry and Jerry Hall circa 1976 blending elegance and love.


Photo: Tumblr

Monday, September 15, 2014

Anthony Friedkin: Beverly Hills Hotel '75

A 1975 photo taken by Anthony Friedkin at the pool of the Beverly Hills Hotel.



Photo: Anthony Friedkin/Tumblr

Wednesday, September 10, 2014

Norman Parkinson: London Elegance

Classic menswear elegance captured by Norman Parkinson on the streets of London in April 1950.


Photo: Norman Parkinson/Tumblr

Monday, September 8, 2014

David Bailey & Penelope Tree: At Home


David Bailey and Penelope Tree photographed at their East End home in London in 1969.


Photo: Telegraph/Tumblr

Friday, September 5, 2014

Lord Snowdon: Motorbike Weekend

Lord Snowdon photographed on the gardens of Kensington Palace in 1976 while riding his motorbike.



Photo: Bryan Forbes/Tumblr

Monday, September 1, 2014

Keith Richards: Venezia '67

A photo of Keith Richards with an ecelctic and versatile ensemble attending 1967's Venice Film Festival.

Photo: Tumblr

Tuesday, August 26, 2014

Ryan O'Neal: Airport Elegance

Ryan O'Neal giving a lesson of style at the airport scene of 1972's "What's Up Doc".

Photo: Tumblr

Monday, August 25, 2014

Claude Mann & Jeanne Moreau: The Streets of Nice



Claude Mann and Jeanne Moreau walk with elegance the streets of Nice in 1963's "La Baie des Anges"


Photo: Tumblr

Monday, August 18, 2014

Harrison Ford: Sartorial Perfection

Harrison Ford photographed circa 1980 wearing a perfect and very versatile ensemble.

 
Photo: Tumblr

Friday, August 15, 2014

Slim Aarons: Ferragosto in Capri


A photo taken by Slim Aarons on the terrace of a villa in Capri that offers an impressive view.


Photo: Slim Aarons/Tumblr



Wednesday, August 13, 2014

Humphrey Bogart & Lauren Bacall: Sailing Day


In memory of Lauren Bacall, one of the last actresses from Hollywood's golden years, a photo of her with Humphrey Bogart enjoying a sailing day in 1945.


Photo: Tumblr

Monday, August 11, 2014

Serge Gainsbourg & Jane Birkin by Guy Bourdin


Serge Gainsbourg and Jane Birkin photographed in 1970 by Guy Bourdin displaying elegance and joy at the same time.



Photo: Guy de Bourdin/Tumblr

Wednesday, August 6, 2014

Alain Delon: Jour de Piscine

A still from 1969's "La Piscine" that shows Alain Delon enjoying the best of Summer by the pool surrounded by an impressive landscape.



Photo: Tumblr

Monday, August 4, 2014

Anthony Friedkin: Malibu '77

Anthony Friedkin snapped actor Rick Dano on the highway to Malibu, California in 1977. This photo is known as "Clockwork Malibu".


Photo: Anthony Friedkin/Tumblr

Friday, August 1, 2014

L.G.R Spring/Summer '14

 
L.G.R has released for this Spring/Summer a collection made up of six new models which not only carry on with this Italian eyewear brand's essence of timeless elegance but are also innovative.



Comoros, Felicité, and Glorioso, a blend of stainless steel and cellulose acetate, offer high quality vision in the Summer sun thanks to their Carl Zeiss lenses.


Luxor, Norton, and Sfax are an example of the craftsmanship behind all of L.G.R's eyewear, with shapes and colors that are a blend of Italy and Africa.


Something that characterizes L.G.R is its varied frame and lenses color palette, which makes all of these new models and L.G.R staples such as Keren, Tripoli, Springs, and Reunion (probably 2014's most popular model); available in different colors suitable for any occassion and personality.



Another highlight from L.G.R's S/S '14 collection is the release of the Snake Special edition which features Tripoli covered in Ayers snake skin in black and light grey.



L.G.R sunglasses and eyeglasses can be found in top stores and boutiques around the world. For further information visit: http://www.lgr-sunglasses.com/

Photos: L.G.R

Wednesday, July 30, 2014

Helmut Newton: Morning at the Cote D'Azur


A glimpse of a morning moment at the Cote d'Azur captured by the lens of Helmut Newton in the mid 80s.


Photo: Tumblr/Helmut Newton

Monday, July 28, 2014

Yves Saint Laurent: A Day At Sea

Yves Saint Laurent enjoying a day at sea probably in the coast of Morocco in 1966.


Photo: WWD

Wednesday, July 23, 2014

Horst P. Horst: The Divers


Horst P. Horst and an unknown model were photographed poolside in 1930 by George Hoyningen-Huene wearing Izod swimwear. This photo is known as "The Divers".


Photo: Tumblr

Monday, July 21, 2014

Marisa Berenson & Ara Gallant: Beach Rendezvous

Marisa Berenson gets her hair styled by Ara Gallant in what appears to be a Summer photo despite being taken in January 1968. Worth noticing are the daisy decals on Berenson's back designed by Giorgio di Sant' Angelo.



Photo: Pleasurephoto

Wednesday, July 16, 2014

Franco Rubartelli & Veruschka: Garden Photo

An iconic self portrait of Franco Rubartelli and Veruschka taken in 1968 surrounded by plants and fruits.


Photo: Pleasurephoto