Some strange and beautiful 1950s Givenchy fashions

Hubert de Givenchy’s fashions which were shown in Paris in February 1952. The model above left is Jeannie Patchett but I’m not sure about the others – anyone know? I particularly like the strange triple-bow necktie contraption and huge Spanish-style ruffled sleeves!

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A lovely Marilyn Monroe pinup

I like this photo of Marilyn, even though she’s posing it looks like an outtake from the photoshoot rather than a photo which would have been used. It’s a gorgeous photo – and all the better for being a bit different…

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