[Portrait of Sam Donahue and Hep, Aquarium, New York, N.Y., ca. Dec. 1946] (LOC)

Some cool 1950 fashion images:

[Portrait of Sam Donahue and Hep, Aquarium, New York, N.Y., ca. Dec. 1946] (LOC)

Image by The Library of Congress
Gottlieb, William P., 1917-, photographer.

[Portrait of Sam Donahue and Hep, Aquarium, New York, N.Y., ca. Dec. 1946]

1 negative : b&w ; 3 1/4 x 4 1/4 in.

Caption from Down Beat: Probably no dance band ever has played to so many empty tables consistently as the Sam Donahue ork during the recent double booking with Lionel Hampton at the Aquarium. The operators decreed that Sam should play afternoons, and the place isn't open in the afternoon! A single customer, John Sorenson, who just got off a boat from Denmark, wandered in by mistake one day and was served by the entire skeleton staff of three waiters, a cashier, head waiter, cook and busboy. In one of these staff photos by got, Sam and the band are seen playing to an attentive audience, consisting of one cat, Hep. In the other Stan Kenton keeps lonely Sam company, while Nick Callonus, a waiter, stands ready to bring another drink.

Notes:
Gottlieb Collection Assignment No. 112
Purchase William P. Gottlieb
Forms part of: William P. Gottlieb Collection (Library of Congress).
In: "Empty tables," Down Beat, v. 15, no. 26 (Dec. 16, 1946), p. 5.

Subjects:
Donahue, Sam
Hep
Jazz musicians--1940-1950.
Big bands--1940-1950.
Saxophonists--1940-1950.
Aquarium

Format: Portrait photographs--1940-1950.
Group portraits--1940-1950.
Film negatives--1940-1950.

Rights Info: Mr. Gottlieb has dedicated these works to the public domain, but rights of privacy and publicity may apply. lcweb2.loc.gov/diglib/ihas/html/gottlieb/gottlieb-copyrig...

Repository: (negative) Library of Congress, Prints & Photographs Division, Washington D.C. 20540 USA, hdl.loc.gov/loc.pnp/pp.print

Part Of: William P. Gottlieb Collection (DLC) 99-401005

General information about the Gottlieb Collection is available at lcweb2.loc.gov/diglib/ihas/html/gottlieb/gottlieb-home.html

Persistent URL: hdl.loc.gov/loc.music/gottlieb.10861

Call Number: LC-GLB13- 1086

"Broadcloth... Summer-Long Favorite," 1950

Image by alsis35 (now at ipernity)
The photographer really had it in for that poor model on the right. First off, she appears to be swathed in Scarlett O'Hara's drapes. Second, her chesticular region looks decidedly asymmetrical.

From the May issue of Family Circle magazine.

In the Tiki bar - an original Edgar Leeteg painting

Some cool 1950 fashion images:

In the Tiki bar - an original Edgar Leeteg painting

Image by Heritage Vancouver
On March 23, 2011, Heritage Vancouver journed back in time to the Polynesian splendour of the Tiki Rooms at the fabulous Waldorf Hotel to experience the tropical nostalgia of the 1950s. Slipping into our Hawaiian shirts, sipping on a Mai Tais, and listening to exotica music amid palm trees, bamboo and a twinkling midnight sky, we took an eager group of 100 though Vancouver’s last remaining original Tiki bar.

Fashioned at the very beginning of the Tiki craze of the 1950s, the Waldorf is one of the oldest surviving Tiki bars in North America, and one of the last original such establishments left outside of the Hawaiian Islands. A post-war phenomenon, Tiki culture was rooted partially in the nostalgic tropical memories of returned soldiers but also in the erotic fantasies of a middle class fascinated by the exotic and forbidden. The Waldorf’s fabulous Polynesian themed rooms reflect an era when Polynesian ephemera adorned lounges, restaurants, hotels and rumpus rooms. Exotica music was all the rage, and from Broadway musicals to Hollywood movies, North Americans reveled in the allure of the South Pacific Isles. Return with us to a simpler time, of tropical fantasies and strong rum drinks.

In the Tiki bar - an original Edgar Leeteg painting

Image by Heritage Vancouver
On March 23, 2011, Heritage Vancouver journed back in time to the Polynesian splendour of the Tiki Rooms at the fabulous Waldorf Hotel to experience the tropical nostalgia of the 1950s. Slipping into our Hawaiian shirts, sipping on a Mai Tais, and listening to exotica music amid palm trees, bamboo and a twinkling midnight sky, we took an eager group of 100 though Vancouver’s last remaining original Tiki bar.

Fashioned at the very beginning of the Tiki craze of the 1950s, the Waldorf is one of the oldest surviving Tiki bars in North America, and one of the last original such establishments left outside of the Hawaiian Islands. A post-war phenomenon, Tiki culture was rooted partially in the nostalgic tropical memories of returned soldiers but also in the erotic fantasies of a middle class fascinated by the exotic and forbidden. The Waldorf’s fabulous Polynesian themed rooms reflect an era when Polynesian ephemera adorned lounges, restaurants, hotels and rumpus rooms. Exotica music was all the rage, and from Broadway musicals to Hollywood movies, North Americans reveled in the allure of the South Pacific Isles. Return with us to a simpler time, of tropical fantasies and strong rum drinks.

Up to the Tiki bar

Image by Heritage Vancouver
On March 23, 2011, Heritage Vancouver journed back in time to the Polynesian splendour of the Tiki Rooms at the fabulous Waldorf Hotel to experience the tropical nostalgia of the 1950s. Slipping into our Hawaiian shirts, sipping on a Mai Tais, and listening to exotica music amid palm trees, bamboo and a twinkling midnight sky, we took an eager group of 100 though Vancouver’s last remaining original Tiki bar.

Fashioned at the very beginning of the Tiki craze of the 1950s, the Waldorf is one of the oldest surviving Tiki bars in North America, and one of the last original such establishments left outside of the Hawaiian Islands. A post-war phenomenon, Tiki culture was rooted partially in the nostalgic tropical memories of returned soldiers but also in the erotic fantasies of a middle class fascinated by the exotic and forbidden. The Waldorf’s fabulous Polynesian themed rooms reflect an era when Polynesian ephemera adorned lounges, restaurants, hotels and rumpus rooms. Exotica music was all the rage, and from Broadway musicals to Hollywood movies, North Americans reveled in the allure of the South Pacific Isles. Return with us to a simpler time, of tropical fantasies and strong rum drinks.

Nice 1950 Fashion photos

Check out these 1950 fashion images:

Modell i sportjacka | Model in leisure jacket

Image by Länsmuseet Gävleborg
En manlig modell i en sportjacka och stilren keps av circa 1950-års modell från Malmbergs i Gävle.
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A male model in a sports jacket and stylish cap of circa year model 1950 from the sporting goods supplier Malmberg's in Gävle.

Foto: Carl Larsson, Gävle

Ref.nr: XLM_CL 015239_4

Floyd's Pharmacy Counter IV

Image by The Rocketeer

GeoTagged

Modell i sportjacka | Model in leisure jacket

Image by Länsmuseet Gävleborg
En kvinnlig modell i en sportjacka med matchande hätta av circa 1950-års modell från Malmbergs i Gävle.
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A female model in a sports jacket and matching cap of circa year model 1950 from the sporting goods supplier Malmberg's in Gävle.

Foto: Carl Larsson, Gävle

Ref.nr: XLM_CL 015239_24

Nice 1950 Fashion photos

A few nice 1950 fashion images I found:

Julie checking out the truck with no name

Image by friskierisky
1950 International Harvester pick up

Model ~ Paty with her yellow shoes

Image by Kris Connelly Photography
1950's outfit

Nice 1950 Fashion photos

A few nice 1950 fashion images I found:

... new- Bag-O-Dress!

Image by x-ray delta one

... checkered man and dog!

Image by x-ray delta one
a dork and his dog

eleganza

Image by x-ray delta one
( all images- right click for larger sizes )

60's classy pinup

A few nice 1950 fashion images I found:

60's classy pinup

Image by Crysco Photography
Model: Tiffany Bahena
Photo: Crysco Photography

scanDEC12

Image by catchesthelight
What "little men" my brothers were all dressed up here for some occasion, maybe Easter in 1950 which would make them 4 & 5 or 3 & 4 depending on when Easter fell.

Fairisle

Image by libertygrace0
Finally got a new scanner - so much to scan!!

Braided Bun

Some cool 1950 fashion images:

Braided Bun

Image by Tinker*Tailor loves Lalka
Lalka is a new generic Lilli - in the tradition of Hong Kong Lilli. She is 29cm tall {or 11.5 inches}. She is hand assembled and finished in Europe. The body parts are painted and strung with elastic. The face is airbrushed and hand-painted, then sealed. Everything is done as a proper factory process, using professional techniques and high-grade materials. The viscose hair is set into the pate of the head by hand, then glued. The pate is attached with a steel screw. The hair is set by hand. Beautiful Lilli wears classic fashions. She is a stunner with her knowing eyes, her flopsy spit curl or woven chignon. Lalka's quality and attention to detail are guaranteed to thrill.

Lalka is a limited edition. Both doll and outfit are numbered on an authentic sticker on the top of the sleek "cellophane" storage / display tube. Lalka comes complete with a miniature tabloid newspaper, a heavy white stand and "gold" metal spike to support her. Lalka is heavier in weight than her sister, Lola, and is heavier than vintage "Hong Kong Lilli" dolls. Lalka weighs much the same as a 1950's Lilli doll.

Brand new European Lilli Laka has some subtle changes to make her even more luscious than her predecessor, Lola. She has longer, more rounded arms and a new hand - just right for showing off her painted nails. Her head has been re-sculpted, with chubbier cheeks, a delicate pixie chin, cute little nose and a beautiful, elegant nape to her neck. She is far more like a mid-century original than any other Lilli-inspired doll made to date. Her hair, in classic ponytail, is viscose and finished off with a black plastic tie. Yes, she has a "pate" attached by a screw, just like the original doll. Some Lalka's model a woven chignon, sporting a hairstyle that best compliments their elegant fashion ensembles.

All new Lilli Lalka dolls are completely hand-finished, each and every one is now different, as every face is done by hand. No two are alike. This is NOT a production-line doll. Lilli Lalka's are all little characters with individual style. Every doll is stunning or they get chucked in the trash can!

Lilli Lalka's body is fully painted, strung, hard-plastic with hand-painted shoes. Her earrings and nails are also painted by hand. If you study close-ups of her face, you can see this doll is not factory screened - everything is hand-done. Her blusher and eyeshadow are all done "in house" - not on a production line.

All Lalka's are sold wearing fashions with specially woven labels that are hand stitched into her garments.

You are cordially invited to check out the new flickr group devoted to LILLI LALKA dolls by Julian and Liz of Penny Dreadful Productions! The aim of these talented artists is to offer a high-grade, hand-finished fashion doll for an affordable price by using 1950's factory techniques.

Lilli Lalka

Image by Tinker*Tailor loves Lalka
Lalka is a new generic Lilli - in the tradition of Hong Kong Lilli. She is 29cm tall {or 11.5 inches}. She is hand assembled and finished in Europe. The body parts are painted and strung with elastic. The face is airbrushed and hand-painted, then sealed. Everything is done as a proper factory process, using professional techniques and high-grade materials. The viscose hair is set into the pate of the head by hand, then glued. The pate is attached with a steel screw. The hair is set by hand. Beautiful Lilli wears classic fashions. She is a stunner with her knowing eyes, her flopsy spit curl or woven chignon. Lalka's quality and attention to detail are guaranteed to thrill.

Lalka is a limited edition. Both doll and outfit are numbered on an authentic sticker on the top of the sleek "cellophane" storage / display tube. Lalka comes complete with a miniature tabloid newspaper, a heavy white stand and "gold" metal spike to support her. Lalka is heavier in weight than her sister, Lola, and is heavier than vintage "Hong Kong Lilli" dolls. Lalka weighs much the same as a 1950's Lilli doll.

Brand new European Lilli Laka has some subtle changes to make her even more luscious than her predecessor, Lola. She has longer, more rounded arms and a new hand - just right for showing off her painted nails. Her head has been re-sculpted, with chubbier cheeks, a delicate pixie chin, cute little nose and a beautiful, elegant nape to her neck. She is far more like a mid-century original than any other Lilli-inspired doll made to date. Her hair, in classic ponytail, is viscose and finished off with a black plastic tie. Yes, she has a "pate" attached by a screw, just like the original doll. Some Lalka's model a woven chignon, sporting a hairstyle that best compliments their elegant fashion ensembles.

All new Lilli Lalka dolls are completely hand-finished, each and every one is now different, as every face is done by hand. No two are alike. This is NOT a production-line doll. Lilli Lalka's are all little characters with individual style. Every doll is stunning or they get chucked in the trash can!

Lilli Lalka's body is fully painted, strung, hard-plastic with hand-painted shoes. Her earrings and nails are also painted by hand. If you study close-ups of her face, you can see this doll is not factory screened - everything is hand-done. Her blusher and eyeshadow are all done "in house" - not on a production line.

All Lalka's are sold wearing fashions with specially woven labels that are hand stitched into her garments.

You are cordially invited to check out the new flickr group devoted to LILLI LALKA dolls by Julian and Liz of Penny Dreadful Productions! The aim of these talented artists is to offer a high-grade, hand-finished fashion doll for an affordable price by using 1950's factory techniques.

Braided Bun

Image by Tinker*Tailor loves Lalka
Lalka is a new generic Lilli - in the tradition of Hong Kong Lilli. She is 29cm tall {or 11.5 inches}. She is hand assembled and finished in Europe. The body parts are painted and strung with elastic. The face is airbrushed and hand-painted, then sealed. Everything is done as a proper factory process, using professional techniques and high-grade materials. The viscose hair is set into the pate of the head by hand, then glued. The pate is attached with a steel screw. The hair is set by hand. Beautiful Lilli wears classic fashions. She is a stunner with her knowing eyes, her flopsy spit curl or woven chignon. Lalka's quality and attention to detail are guaranteed to thrill.

Lalka is a limited edition. Both doll and outfit are numbered on an authentic sticker on the top of the sleek "cellophane" storage / display tube. Lalka comes complete with a miniature tabloid newspaper, a heavy white stand and "gold" metal spike to support her. Lalka is heavier in weight than her sister, Lola, and is heavier than vintage "Hong Kong Lilli" dolls. Lalka weighs much the same as a 1950's Lilli doll.

Brand new European Lilli Laka has some subtle changes to make her even more luscious than her predecessor, Lola. She has longer, more rounded arms and a new hand - just right for showing off her painted nails. Her head has been re-sculpted, with chubbier cheeks, a delicate pixie chin, cute little nose and a beautiful, elegant nape to her neck. She is far more like a mid-century original than any other Lilli-inspired doll made to date. Her hair, in classic ponytail, is viscose and finished off with a black plastic tie. Yes, she has a "pate" attached by a screw, just like the original doll. Some Lalka's model a woven chignon, sporting a hairstyle that best compliments their elegant fashion ensembles.

All new Lilli Lalka dolls are completely hand-finished, each and every one is now different, as every face is done by hand. No two are alike. This is NOT a production-line doll. Lilli Lalka's are all little characters with individual style. Every doll is stunning or they get chucked in the trash can!

Lilli Lalka's body is fully painted, strung, hard-plastic with hand-painted shoes. Her earrings and nails are also painted by hand. If you study close-ups of her face, you can see this doll is not factory screened - everything is hand-done. Her blusher and eyeshadow are all done "in house" - not on a production line.

All Lalka's are sold wearing fashions with specially woven labels that are hand stitched into her garments.

You are cordially invited to check out the new flickr group devoted to LILLI LALKA dolls by Julian and Liz of Penny Dreadful Productions! The aim of these talented artists is to offer a high-grade, hand-finished fashion doll for an affordable price by using 1950's factory techniques.

Lilli Lalka

Some cool 1950 fashion images:

Lilli Lalka

Image by Tinker*Tailor loves Lalka
Lalka is a new generic Lilli - in the tradition of Hong Kong Lilli. She is 29cm tall {or 11.5 inches}. She is hand assembled and finished in Europe. The body parts are painted and strung with elastic. The face is airbrushed and hand-painted, then sealed. Everything is done as a proper factory process, using professional techniques and high-grade materials. The viscose hair is set into the pate of the head by hand, then glued. The pate is attached with a steel screw. The hair is set by hand. Beautiful Lilli wears classic fashions. She is a stunner with her knowing eyes, her flopsy spit curl or woven chignon. Lalka's quality and attention to detail are guaranteed to thrill.

Lalka is a limited edition. Both doll and outfit are numbered on an authentic sticker on the top of the sleek "cellophane" storage / display tube. Lalka comes complete with a miniature tabloid newspaper, a heavy white stand and "gold" metal spike to support her. Lalka is heavier in weight than her sister, Lola, and is heavier than vintage "Hong Kong Lilli" dolls. Lalka weighs much the same as a 1950's Lilli doll.

Brand new European Lilli Laka has some subtle changes to make her even more luscious than her predecessor, Lola. She has longer, more rounded arms and a new hand - just right for showing off her painted nails. Her head has been re-sculpted, with chubbier cheeks, a delicate pixie chin, cute little nose and a beautiful, elegant nape to her neck. She is far more like a mid-century original than any other Lilli-inspired doll made to date. Her hair, in classic ponytail, is viscose and finished off with a black plastic tie. Yes, she has a "pate" attached by a screw, just like the original doll. Some Lalka's model a woven chignon, sporting a hairstyle that best compliments their elegant fashion ensembles.

All new Lilli Lalka dolls are completely hand-finished, each and every one is now different, as every face is done by hand. No two are alike. This is NOT a production-line doll. Lilli Lalka's are all little characters with individual style. Every doll is stunning or they get chucked in the trash can!

Lilli Lalka's body is fully painted, strung, hard-plastic with hand-painted shoes. Her earrings and nails are also painted by hand. If you study close-ups of her face, you can see this doll is not factory screened - everything is hand-done. Her blusher and eyeshadow are all done "in house" - not on a production line.

All Lalka's are sold wearing fashions with specially woven labels that are hand stitched into her garments.

You are cordially invited to check out the new flickr group devoted to LILLI LALKA dolls by Julian and Liz of Penny Dreadful Productions! The aim of these talented artists is to offer a high-grade, hand-finished fashion doll for an affordable price by using 1950's factory techniques.

Lilli Lalka

Check out these 1950 fashion images:

Lilli Lalka

Image by Tinker*Tailor loves Lalka
Lalka is a new generic Lilli - in the tradition of Hong Kong Lilli. She is 29cm tall {or 11.5 inches}. She is hand assembled and finished in Europe. The body parts are painted and strung with elastic. The face is airbrushed and hand-painted, then sealed. Everything is done as a proper factory process, using professional techniques and high-grade materials. The viscose hair is set into the pate of the head by hand, then glued. The pate is attached with a steel screw. The hair is set by hand. Beautiful Lilli wears classic fashions. She is a stunner with her knowing eyes, her flopsy spit curl or woven chignon. Lalka's quality and attention to detail are guaranteed to thrill.

Lalka is a limited edition. Both doll and outfit are numbered on an authentic sticker on the top of the sleek "cellophane" storage / display tube. Lalka comes complete with a miniature tabloid newspaper, a heavy white stand and "gold" metal spike to support her. Lalka is heavier in weight than her sister, Lola, and is heavier than vintage "Hong Kong Lilli" dolls. Lalka weighs much the same as a 1950's Lilli doll.

Brand new European Lilli Laka has some subtle changes to make her even more luscious than her predecessor, Lola. She has longer, more rounded arms and a new hand - just right for showing off her painted nails. Her head has been re-sculpted, with chubbier cheeks, a delicate pixie chin, cute little nose and a beautiful, elegant nape to her neck. She is far more like a mid-century original than any other Lilli-inspired doll made to date. Her hair, in classic ponytail, is viscose and finished off with a black plastic tie. Yes, she has a "pate" attached by a screw, just like the original doll. Some Lalka's model a woven chignon, sporting a hairstyle that best compliments their elegant fashion ensembles.

All new Lilli Lalka dolls are completely hand-finished, each and every one is now different, as every face is done by hand. No two are alike. This is NOT a production-line doll. Lilli Lalka's are all little characters with individual style. Every doll is stunning or they get chucked in the trash can!

Lilli Lalka's body is fully painted, strung, hard-plastic with hand-painted shoes. Her earrings and nails are also painted by hand. If you study close-ups of her face, you can see this doll is not factory screened - everything is hand-done. Her blusher and eyeshadow are all done "in house" - not on a production line.

All Lalka's are sold wearing fashions with specially woven labels that are hand stitched into her garments.

You are cordially invited to check out the new flickr group devoted to LILLI LALKA dolls by Julian and Liz of Penny Dreadful Productions! The aim of these talented artists is to offer a high-grade, hand-finished fashion doll for an affordable price by using 1950's factory techniques.

1950's Ella

Image by Mark Wheadon
Ella Rosalyn at four months old, given the ol' fashioned treatment

Lilli Lalka

A few nice 1950 fashion images I found:

Lilli Lalka

Image by Tinker*Tailor loves Lalka
Lalka is a new generic Lilli - in the tradition of Hong Kong Lilli. She is 29cm tall {or 11.5 inches}. She is hand assembled and finished in Europe. The body parts are painted and strung with elastic. The face is airbrushed and hand-painted, then sealed. Everything is done as a proper factory process, using professional techniques and high-grade materials. The viscose hair is set into the pate of the head by hand, then glued. The pate is attached with a steel screw. The hair is set by hand. Beautiful Lilli wears classic fashions. She is a stunner with her knowing eyes, her flopsy spit curl or woven chignon. Lalka's quality and attention to detail are guaranteed to thrill.

Lalka is a limited edition. Both doll and outfit are numbered on an authentic sticker on the top of the sleek "cellophane" storage / display tube. Lalka comes complete with a miniature tabloid newspaper, a heavy white stand and "gold" metal spike to support her. Lalka is heavier in weight than her sister, Lola, and is heavier than vintage "Hong Kong Lilli" dolls. Lalka weighs much the same as a 1950's Lilli doll.

Brand new European Lilli Laka has some subtle changes to make her even more luscious than her predecessor, Lola. She has longer, more rounded arms and a new hand - just right for showing off her painted nails. Her head has been re-sculpted, with chubbier cheeks, a delicate pixie chin, cute little nose and a beautiful, elegant nape to her neck. She is far more like a mid-century original than any other Lilli-inspired doll made to date. Her hair, in classic ponytail, is viscose and finished off with a black plastic tie. Yes, she has a "pate" attached by a screw, just like the original doll. Some Lalka's model a woven chignon, sporting a hairstyle that best compliments their elegant fashion ensembles.

All new Lilli Lalka dolls are completely hand-finished, each and every one is now different, as every face is done by hand. No two are alike. This is NOT a production-line doll. Lilli Lalka's are all little characters with individual style. Every doll is stunning or they get chucked in the trash can!

Lilli Lalka's body is fully painted, strung, hard-plastic with hand-painted shoes. Her earrings and nails are also painted by hand. If you study close-ups of her face, you can see this doll is not factory screened - everything is hand-done. Her blusher and eyeshadow are all done "in house" - not on a production line.

All Lalka's are sold wearing fashions with specially woven labels that are hand stitched into her garments.

You are cordially invited to check out the new flickr group devoted to LILLI LALKA dolls by Julian and Liz of Penny Dreadful Productions! The aim of these talented artists is to offer a high-grade, hand-finished fashion doll for an affordable price by using 1950's factory techniques.

Lilli Lalka

Image by Tinker*Tailor loves Lalka
Lalka is a new generic Lilli - in the tradition of Hong Kong Lilli. She is 29cm tall {or 11.5 inches}. She is hand assembled and finished in Europe. The body parts are painted and strung with elastic. The face is airbrushed and hand-painted, then sealed. Everything is done as a proper factory process, using professional techniques and high-grade materials. The viscose hair is set into the pate of the head by hand, then glued. The pate is attached with a steel screw. The hair is set by hand. Beautiful Lilli wears classic fashions. She is a stunner with her knowing eyes, her flopsy spit curl or woven chignon. Lalka's quality and attention to detail are guaranteed to thrill.

Lalka is a limited edition. Both doll and outfit are numbered on an authentic sticker on the top of the sleek "cellophane" storage / display tube. Lalka comes complete with a miniature tabloid newspaper, a heavy white stand and "gold" metal spike to support her. Lalka is heavier in weight than her sister, Lola, and is heavier than vintage "Hong Kong Lilli" dolls. Lalka weighs much the same as a 1950's Lilli doll.

Brand new European Lilli Laka has some subtle changes to make her even more luscious than her predecessor, Lola. She has longer, more rounded arms and a new hand - just right for showing off her painted nails. Her head has been re-sculpted, with chubbier cheeks, a delicate pixie chin, cute little nose and a beautiful, elegant nape to her neck. She is far more like a mid-century original than any other Lilli-inspired doll made to date. Her hair, in classic ponytail, is viscose and finished off with a black plastic tie. Yes, she has a "pate" attached by a screw, just like the original doll. Some Lalka's model a woven chignon, sporting a hairstyle that best compliments their elegant fashion ensembles.

All new Lilli Lalka dolls are completely hand-finished, each and every one is now different, as every face is done by hand. No two are alike. This is NOT a production-line doll. Lilli Lalka's are all little characters with individual style. Every doll is stunning or they get chucked in the trash can!

Lilli Lalka's body is fully painted, strung, hard-plastic with hand-painted shoes. Her earrings and nails are also painted by hand. If you study close-ups of her face, you can see this doll is not factory screened - everything is hand-done. Her blusher and eyeshadow are all done "in house" - not on a production line.

All Lalka's are sold wearing fashions with specially woven labels that are hand stitched into her garments.

You are cordially invited to check out the new flickr group devoted to LILLI LALKA dolls by Julian and Liz of Penny Dreadful Productions! The aim of these talented artists is to offer a high-grade, hand-finished fashion doll for an affordable price by using 1950's factory techniques.

Cool 1950 Fashion images

Some cool 1950 fashion images:

President Harry S. Truman and First Lady Bess Truman Returning to the White House after the Renovation, 03/27/1952

Image by The U.S. National Archives
Original Caption: President Harry S. Truman and First Lady Bess Truman Returning to the White House after the Renovation, 03/27/1952

Created By: National Archives and Records Administration. Office of Presidential Libraries. Harry S. Truman Library. (04/01/1985 - )

From: Series: Photographs Relating to the Administration, Family, and Personal Life of Harry S. Truman, compiled 1957 - 2004, documenting the period 1849 - 2004

Contact: Harry S. Truman Library (NLHST), 500 West U.S. Highway 24, Independence, MO, 64050-1798. PHONE: 816-268-8272; FAX: 816-268-8295; EMAIL:truman.reference@nara.gov.

Production Dates: 03/27/1952

Scope and Content Note: President Harry S. Truman (foreground, right) and First Lady Bess W. Truman (foreground, second from right) are arriving at the White House to reoccupy the building after the massive renovation project is completed. They arrived at 6:20 in the evening. All others present are unidentified.

Persistent URL: arcweb.archives.gov/arc/action/ExternalIdSearch?id=6993233

Truman Library URL: www.trumanlibrary.org/photographs/view.php?id=19279

Access Restrictions: Unrestricted

Use Restrictions: Unrestricted

At the Tiki Bar

Image by Heritage Vancouver
On March 23, 2011, Heritage Vancouver journed back in time to the Polynesian splendour of the Tiki Rooms at the fabulous Waldorf Hotel to experience the tropical nostalgia of the 1950s. Slipping into our Hawaiian shirts, sipping on a Mai Tais, and listening to exotica music amid palm trees, bamboo and a twinkling midnight sky, we took an eager group of 100 though Vancouver’s last remaining original Tiki bar.

Fashioned at the very beginning of the Tiki craze of the 1950s, the Waldorf is one of the oldest surviving Tiki bars in North America, and one of the last original such establishments left outside of the Hawaiian Islands. A post-war phenomenon, Tiki culture was rooted partially in the nostalgic tropical memories of returned soldiers but also in the erotic fantasies of a middle class fascinated by the exotic and forbidden. The Waldorf’s fabulous Polynesian themed rooms reflect an era when Polynesian ephemera adorned lounges, restaurants, hotels and rumpus rooms. Exotica music was all the rage, and from Broadway musicals to Hollywood movies, North Americans reveled in the allure of the South Pacific Isles. Return with us to a simpler time, of tropical fantasies and strong rum drinks.

Ben Seibel impromptu Iroquois Bridal White Mosaic

Image by Patrick Q
Though this looks like something you'd find today at IKEA, it's not new. This is my parents' wedding china. It's from 1956, the year they married. The pattern is called "Bridal White." Growing up, the creamer was always my favorite. I like the simple clean lines and the cool organic '50's retro modern shapes. It is neat how something can look so modern and so old-fashioned all at once. I guess this is my oxymoron china! :)

Nice 1950 Fashion photos

Some cool 1950 fashion images:

The Sons of Melvin

Image by Terry McCombs
Imitation being the most sincere way of cashing in on someone else’s original idea it was not long after the début of EC’s Mad, at that time a comic book, that others in the comic business did their best to cut themselves a slice of the action.

There were around a dozen or so of them, and none lasted more than 5 issues. Other more successful imitators would come along in the 60’s after Mad had become Mad Magazine, but from 1953 to 1954 we had these.

This Madhouse by the way is not the one that Archie would publish in the 70’s, this was Ajax’s 1953 bit of weirdness, the cat in the lower right hand corner was their continuing character like Mad’s Melvin (before he was named Alfred E. Newman in a contest in the magazine era.)

Flip, the one with the headless Zoot-Suiter, a fashion statement that at the time of Flip’s publication in 1954 was already hugely out of date, was from of all companies Harvey, the people who gave the world uppity bumpity adventures about Richie Rich, Casper and Little Dot, at that time however they had not yet gone over completely to the cute side of the Force

Mug Root Beer

Image by Umpqua
Straight from the late 1950's and still sealed.

My Cookbook Collection 017

Image by Patrick Q
As a little kid, I spent hours sitting at the kitchen table pouring over the illustrations in this book. It was a graduation gift to my mom in the early '50's. I love "Better Homes and Gardens" cookbooks. Most of them have classic illustrations and fonts that perfectly mirror the design and fashion of the times. And the recipes are pretty good, too.

Snaps & Tag

Check out these 1950 fashion images:

Snaps & Tag

Image by Tinker*Tailor loves Lalka
Lalka is a new generic Lilli - in the tradition of Hong Kong Lilli. She is 29cm tall {or 11.5 inches}. She is hand assembled and finished in Europe. The body parts are painted and strung with elastic. The face is airbrushed and hand-painted, then sealed. Everything is done as a proper factory process, using professional techniques and high-grade materials. The viscose hair is set into the pate of the head by hand, then glued. The pate is attached with a steel screw. The hair is set by hand. Beautiful Lilli wears classic fashions. She is a stunner with her knowing eyes, her flopsy spit curl or woven chignon. Lalka's quality and attention to detail are guaranteed to thrill.

Lalka is a limited edition. Both doll and outfit are numbered on an authentic sticker on the top of the sleek "cellophane" storage / display tube. Lalka comes complete with a miniature tabloid newspaper, a heavy white stand and "gold" metal spike to support her. Lalka is heavier in weight than her sister, Lola, and is heavier than vintage "Hong Kong Lilli" dolls. Lalka weighs much the same as a 1950's Lilli doll.

Brand new European Lilli Laka has some subtle changes to make her even more luscious than her predecessor, Lola. She has longer, more rounded arms and a new hand - just right for showing off her painted nails. Her head has been re-sculpted, with chubbier cheeks, a delicate pixie chin, cute little nose and a beautiful, elegant nape to her neck. She is far more like a mid-century original than any other Lilli-inspired doll made to date. Her hair, in classic ponytail, is viscose and finished off with a black plastic tie. Yes, she has a "pate" attached by a screw, just like the original doll. Some Lalka's model a woven chignon, sporting a hairstyle that best compliments their elegant fashion ensembles.

All new Lilli Lalka dolls are completely hand-finished, each and every one is now different, as every face is done by hand. No two are alike. This is NOT a production-line doll. Lilli Lalka's are all little characters with individual style. Every doll is stunning or they get chucked in the trash can!

Lilli Lalka's body is fully painted, strung, hard-plastic with hand-painted shoes. Her earrings and nails are also painted by hand. If you study close-ups of her face, you can see this doll is not factory screened - everything is hand-done. Her blusher and eyeshadow are all done "in house" - not on a production line.

All Lalka's are sold wearing fashions with specially woven labels that are hand stitched into her garments.

You are cordially invited to check out the new flickr group devoted to LILLI LALKA dolls by Julian and Liz of Penny Dreadful Productions! The aim of these talented artists is to offer a high-grade, hand-finished fashion doll for an affordable price by using 1950's factory techniques.

Formfit Bra Ad, 1950

Image by alsis35 (now at ipernity)
Whoa. That mouth. Did she use lipstick, or a bicycle pump?

From the September issue of Household magazine.

The 1950s-1950 Bonnes soirées

A few nice 1950 fashion images I found:

The 1950s-1950 Bonnes soirées

Image by april-mo

The 1950s-1950 Bonnes soirées

Image by april-mo

Fall Gabardine - Flannel - Tweed 1950

Some cool 1950 fashion images:

Fall Gabardine - Flannel - Tweed 1950

Image by Nesster

Nice 1950 Fashion photos

Some cool 1950 fashion images:

Moter, sommeren 1953

Image by Riksarkivet (National Archives of Norway)
Beskrivelse: Sommermoter 1953
Fotograf: Billedbladet NÅ/Kopke
År: 1953
Arkivreferanse: Riksarkivet/PA-797_254_005

FASHION, SUMMER 1953

Fashion center 1950's

Image by dlisbona

Fashion drawing 1950's

Image by Irishe_

Below the Hill Gang; Foster Irregulars

A few nice 1950 fashion images I found:

Below the Hill Gang; Foster Irregulars

Image by pabear26
Hitchhiked from Ft. Lee, Virginia (Petersburg) where I was attending Rigger School, which school terminated my attendance before graduation. I am wearing my paratroop wings on my chest. Also, buckle and button line on blouse lined up in a military fashion. I was a Private E-2 making 5 a month plus three hots and a cot a day. Allan served with Cav in Nam.

In background is number 841; the address where we lived on Thomas Road.
Look at the funky shoes on Allan, maybe tennis shoes, and I have on Corcoran jump boots, high shine.
Photograph by late Gordon W. Foster, who shot a wonderful picture: framing, he did not cut off head or feet.
Porch and steps need painting.
120 Circoflex developed in basement by Gordon W. Foster.

For audit trial for possible future artifact:

I was in 2d SF when I got off active duty.

When was this artifact painted on the courtyard? Ford Ord story has Ranger tab on Courtyard. Link Omitted.
One aspect of the Ord artifact, the ranger tab, is the award for completing ranger school, not being assigned to a ranger unit. WWII unit patch of Rangers, was different. My late Colonel Ray J. Glaze served in the 2d Ranger Battalion in WWII. He wore the 2d Ranger Patch on his right shoulder symbolizing his combat as a member of the 2d. Awarded The Distinguished Service Cross is the second highest military decoration that can be awarded to a member of the United States Army, Silver Star is the third highest, and also, Colonel Glaze was awarded the Purple Heart.
He died on a parachute jump with the 2d Special Forces Group, Headquarters & Headquarters Company (U.S. Army Reserve) at Clinton County, Ohio Air Force Base. So goes the war. Make it through WWII, but stateside gets you. c'est le vie. That's life.
•The Silver Star is the third highest military decoration that can be awarded to a member of any branch of the United States Armed Forces. It is also the third highest award given for (in the face of the enemy).
See following links for info about late Lt. Col. Ray J. Glaze:


www.arlingtoncemetery.net/usarmy1.htm
www.arlingtoncemetery.net/rjglaze.htm

Georgina Klitgaard

Image by Smithsonian Institution
Description: Klitgaard standing outside holding a fork in her hand. Identification on verso (handwritten): Georgina Klitgaard.
Klitgaard, Georgina, 1893-1976

Creator/Photographer: Unidentified photographer

Medium: Black and white photographic print

Dimensions: 9 cm x 6 cm

Date: c. 1920

Persistent URL: www.aaa.si.edu/collections/images/detail/georgina-klitgaa...

Repository: Archives of American Art

Collection: Forbes Watson Papers, 1900-1950

Accession number: aaa_watsforb_3601

vintage vogue dress 2414

Image by carbonated
I may try this style of bolero for that navy eyelet I have, sans pocket; I'll underline it with something lighter colored, though I'm not entirely sure how to deal with the facings/et cetera. If I opt for a white underlining, I'll be able to get away with a white woven fusible interfacing (I have some nice stuff from fashion sewing supply), so that may be what I end up doing.

Uhm, you know, when I suddenly discover there are like 47 hours in a day and I don't need sleep any more and I start cranking out projects like sugar cookies.

Cool 1950 Fashion images

A few nice 1950 fashion images I found:

Lilli Lalka

Image by Tinker*Tailor loves Lalka
Lalka is a new generic Lilli - in the tradition of Hong Kong Lilli. She is 29cm tall {or 11.5 inches}. She is hand assembled and finished in Europe. The body parts are painted and strung with elastic. The face is airbrushed and hand-painted, then sealed. Everything is done as a proper factory process, using professional techniques and high-grade materials. The viscose hair is set into the pate of the head by hand, then glued. The pate is attached with a steel screw. The hair is set by hand. Beautiful Lilli wears classic fashions. She is a stunner with her knowing eyes, her flopsy spit curl or woven chignon. Lalka's quality and attention to detail are guaranteed to thrill.

Lalka is a limited edition. Both doll and outfit are numbered on an authentic sticker on the top of the sleek "cellophane" storage / display tube. Lalka comes complete with a miniature tabloid newspaper, a heavy white stand and "gold" metal spike to support her. Lalka is heavier in weight than her sister, Lola, and is heavier than vintage "Hong Kong Lilli" dolls. Lalka weighs much the same as a 1950's Lilli doll.

Brand new European Lilli Laka has some subtle changes to make her even more luscious than her predecessor, Lola. She has longer, more rounded arms and a new hand - just right for showing off her painted nails. Her head has been re-sculpted, with chubbier cheeks, a delicate pixie chin, cute little nose and a beautiful, elegant nape to her neck. She is far more like a mid-century original than any other Lilli-inspired doll made to date. Her hair, in classic ponytail, is viscose and finished off with a black plastic tie. Yes, she has a "pate" attached by a screw, just like the original doll. Some Lalka's model a woven chignon, sporting a hairstyle that best compliments their elegant fashion ensembles.

All new Lilli Lalka dolls are completely hand-finished, each and every one is now different, as every face is done by hand. No two are alike. This is NOT a production-line doll. Lilli Lalka's are all little characters with individual style. Every doll is stunning or they get chucked in the trash can!

Lilli Lalka's body is fully painted, strung, hard-plastic with hand-painted shoes. Her earrings and nails are also painted by hand. If you study close-ups of her face, you can see this doll is not factory screened - everything is hand-done. Her blusher and eyeshadow are all done "in house" - not on a production line.

All Lalka's are sold wearing fashions with specially woven labels that are hand stitched into her garments.

You are cordially invited to check out the new flickr group devoted to LILLI LALKA dolls by Julian and Liz of Penny Dreadful Productions! The aim of these talented artists is to offer a high-grade, hand-finished fashion doll for an affordable price by using 1950's factory techniques.

Lilli Lalka

Image by Tinker*Tailor loves Lalka
Lalka is a new generic Lilli - in the tradition of Hong Kong Lilli. She is 29cm tall {or 11.5 inches}. She is hand assembled and finished in Europe. The body parts are painted and strung with elastic. The face is airbrushed and hand-painted, then sealed. Everything is done as a proper factory process, using professional techniques and high-grade materials. The viscose hair is set into the pate of the head by hand, then glued. The pate is attached with a steel screw. The hair is set by hand. Beautiful Lilli wears classic fashions. She is a stunner with her knowing eyes, her flopsy spit curl or woven chignon. Lalka's quality and attention to detail are guaranteed to thrill.

Lalka is a limited edition. Both doll and outfit are numbered on an authentic sticker on the top of the sleek "cellophane" storage / display tube. Lalka comes complete with a miniature tabloid newspaper, a heavy white stand and "gold" metal spike to support her. Lalka is heavier in weight than her sister, Lola, and is heavier than vintage "Hong Kong Lilli" dolls. Lalka weighs much the same as a 1950's Lilli doll.

Brand new European Lilli Laka has some subtle changes to make her even more luscious than her predecessor, Lola. She has longer, more rounded arms and a new hand - just right for showing off her painted nails. Her head has been re-sculpted, with chubbier cheeks, a delicate pixie chin, cute little nose and a beautiful, elegant nape to her neck. She is far more like a mid-century original than any other Lilli-inspired doll made to date. Her hair, in classic ponytail, is viscose and finished off with a black plastic tie. Yes, she has a "pate" attached by a screw, just like the original doll. Some Lalka's model a woven chignon, sporting a hairstyle that best compliments their elegant fashion ensembles.

All new Lilli Lalka dolls are completely hand-finished, each and every one is now different, as every face is done by hand. No two are alike. This is NOT a production-line doll. Lilli Lalka's are all little characters with individual style. Every doll is stunning or they get chucked in the trash can!

Lilli Lalka's body is fully painted, strung, hard-plastic with hand-painted shoes. Her earrings and nails are also painted by hand. If you study close-ups of her face, you can see this doll is not factory screened - everything is hand-done. Her blusher and eyeshadow are all done "in house" - not on a production line.

All Lalka's are sold wearing fashions with specially woven labels that are hand stitched into her garments.

You are cordially invited to check out the new flickr group devoted to LILLI LALKA dolls by Julian and Liz of Penny Dreadful Productions! The aim of these talented artists is to offer a high-grade, hand-finished fashion doll for an affordable price by using 1950's factory techniques.

Lilli Lalka

Image by Tinker*Tailor loves Lalka
Lalka is a new generic Lilli - in the tradition of Hong Kong Lilli. She is 29cm tall {or 11.5 inches}. She is hand assembled and finished in Europe. The body parts are painted and strung with elastic. The face is airbrushed and hand-painted, then sealed. Everything is done as a proper factory process, using professional techniques and high-grade materials. The viscose hair is set into the pate of the head by hand, then glued. The pate is attached with a steel screw. The hair is set by hand. Beautiful Lilli wears classic fashions. She is a stunner with her knowing eyes, her flopsy spit curl or woven chignon. Lalka's quality and attention to detail are guaranteed to thrill.

Lalka is a limited edition. Both doll and outfit are numbered on an authentic sticker on the top of the sleek "cellophane" storage / display tube. Lalka comes complete with a miniature tabloid newspaper, a heavy white stand and "gold" metal spike to support her. Lalka is heavier in weight than her sister, Lola, and is heavier than vintage "Hong Kong Lilli" dolls. Lalka weighs much the same as a 1950's Lilli doll.

Brand new European Lilli Laka has some subtle changes to make her even more luscious than her predecessor, Lola. She has longer, more rounded arms and a new hand - just right for showing off her painted nails. Her head has been re-sculpted, with chubbier cheeks, a delicate pixie chin, cute little nose and a beautiful, elegant nape to her neck. She is far more like a mid-century original than any other Lilli-inspired doll made to date. Her hair, in classic ponytail, is viscose and finished off with a black plastic tie. Yes, she has a "pate" attached by a screw, just like the original doll. Some Lalka's model a woven chignon, sporting a hairstyle that best compliments their elegant fashion ensembles.

All new Lilli Lalka dolls are completely hand-finished, each and every one is now different, as every face is done by hand. No two are alike. This is NOT a production-line doll. Lilli Lalka's are all little characters with individual style. Every doll is stunning or they get chucked in the trash can!

Lilli Lalka's body is fully painted, strung, hard-plastic with hand-painted shoes. Her earrings and nails are also painted by hand. If you study close-ups of her face, you can see this doll is not factory screened - everything is hand-done. Her blusher and eyeshadow are all done "in house" - not on a production line.

All Lalka's are sold wearing fashions with specially woven labels that are hand stitched into her garments.

You are cordially invited to check out the new flickr group devoted to LILLI LALKA dolls by Julian and Liz of Penny Dreadful Productions! The aim of these talented artists is to offer a high-grade, hand-finished fashion doll for an affordable price by using 1950's factory techniques.

Strangers in the Park Exchanging Dances

Some cool 1950 fashion images:

Strangers in the Park Exchanging Dances

Image by Peter E. Lee
Yoyogi park in the Harajuku section of Tokyo is a wonderful place to people watch on the weekends. When we were there, several groups of folks sporting various 1950's American fashions were each dancing to music from different boomboxes a few feet from eachother. Variations on "The Twist" seemed to be the most popular steps.

Walking deeper into the park revealed small groups of people doing all sorts of interesting things. We saw a group of at least 10 people practicing ukelele together, several young men playing digeridoo, a squad of young ladies doing what looked like some sort of tai chi drills with tennis rackets, a human beatbox, tap dancers, cheerleaders, and many more. I could have happily spent hours there, just enjoying the variety of activities.

One group that was sadly lacking, at least in the areas we visited, were cosplayers and other folks in elaborate costumes (other than these dancers).

For years, Harajuku and Yoyogi park were apparently *the* place to see and be seen in your finest gear on the weekends, but it seems like that scene may have moved on...

Moter, sommeren 1953

Image by Riksarkivet (National Archives of Norway)
Beskrivelse: Sommermoter 1953
Fotograf: Billedbladet NÅ/Kopke
År: 1953
Arkivreferanse: Riksarkivet/PA-797_254_002

DuaneThelmaWedding

Image by ctmoraga
Family friends Duane and Thelma get married October 26, 1952.

Lilli Lalka

A few nice 1950 fashion images I found:

Lilli Lalka

Image by Tinker*Tailor loves Lalka
Lalka is a new generic Lilli - in the tradition of Hong Kong Lilli. She is 29cm tall {or 11.5 inches}. She is hand assembled and finished in Europe. The body parts are painted and strung with elastic. The face is airbrushed and hand-painted, then sealed. Everything is done as a proper factory process, using professional techniques and high-grade materials. The viscose hair is set into the pate of the head by hand, then glued. The pate is attached with a steel screw. The hair is set by hand. Beautiful Lilli wears classic fashions. She is a stunner with her knowing eyes, her flopsy spit curl or woven chignon. Lalka's quality and attention to detail are guaranteed to thrill.

Lalka is a limited edition. Both doll and outfit are numbered on an authentic sticker on the top of the sleek "cellophane" storage / display tube. Lalka comes complete with a miniature tabloid newspaper, a heavy white stand and "gold" metal spike to support her. Lalka is heavier in weight than her sister, Lola, and is heavier than vintage "Hong Kong Lilli" dolls. Lalka weighs much the same as a 1950's Lilli doll.

Brand new European Lilli Laka has some subtle changes to make her even more luscious than her predecessor, Lola. She has longer, more rounded arms and a new hand - just right for showing off her painted nails. Her head has been re-sculpted, with chubbier cheeks, a delicate pixie chin, cute little nose and a beautiful, elegant nape to her neck. She is far more like a mid-century original than any other Lilli-inspired doll made to date. Her hair, in classic ponytail, is viscose and finished off with a black plastic tie. Yes, she has a "pate" attached by a screw, just like the original doll. Some Lalka's model a woven chignon, sporting a hairstyle that best compliments their elegant fashion ensembles.

All new Lilli Lalka dolls are completely hand-finished, each and every one is now different, as every face is done by hand. No two are alike. This is NOT a production-line doll. Lilli Lalka's are all little characters with individual style. Every doll is stunning or they get chucked in the trash can!

Lilli Lalka's body is fully painted, strung, hard-plastic with hand-painted shoes. Her earrings and nails are also painted by hand. If you study close-ups of her face, you can see this doll is not factory screened - everything is hand-done. Her blusher and eyeshadow are all done "in house" - not on a production line.

All Lalka's are sold wearing fashions with specially woven labels that are hand stitched into her garments.

You are cordially invited to check out the new flickr group devoted to LILLI LALKA dolls by Julian and Liz of Penny Dreadful Productions! The aim of these talented artists is to offer a high-grade, hand-finished fashion doll for an affordable price by using 1950's factory techniques.

Lilli Lalka

Image by Tinker*Tailor loves Lalka
Lalka is a new generic Lilli - in the tradition of Hong Kong Lilli. She is 29cm tall {or 11.5 inches}. She is hand assembled and finished in Europe. The body parts are painted and strung with elastic. The face is airbrushed and hand-painted, then sealed. Everything is done as a proper factory process, using professional techniques and high-grade materials. The viscose hair is set into the pate of the head by hand, then glued. The pate is attached with a steel screw. The hair is set by hand. Beautiful Lilli wears classic fashions. She is a stunner with her knowing eyes, her flopsy spit curl or woven chignon. Lalka's quality and attention to detail are guaranteed to thrill.

Lalka is a limited edition. Both doll and outfit are numbered on an authentic sticker on the top of the sleek "cellophane" storage / display tube. Lalka comes complete with a miniature tabloid newspaper, a heavy white stand and "gold" metal spike to support her. Lalka is heavier in weight than her sister, Lola, and is heavier than vintage "Hong Kong Lilli" dolls. Lalka weighs much the same as a 1950's Lilli doll.

Brand new European Lilli Laka has some subtle changes to make her even more luscious than her predecessor, Lola. She has longer, more rounded arms and a new hand - just right for showing off her painted nails. Her head has been re-sculpted, with chubbier cheeks, a delicate pixie chin, cute little nose and a beautiful, elegant nape to her neck. She is far more like a mid-century original than any other Lilli-inspired doll made to date. Her hair, in classic ponytail, is viscose and finished off with a black plastic tie. Yes, she has a "pate" attached by a screw, just like the original doll. Some Lalka's model a woven chignon, sporting a hairstyle that best compliments their elegant fashion ensembles.

All new Lilli Lalka dolls are completely hand-finished, each and every one is now different, as every face is done by hand. No two are alike. This is NOT a production-line doll. Lilli Lalka's are all little characters with individual style. Every doll is stunning or they get chucked in the trash can!

Lilli Lalka's body is fully painted, strung, hard-plastic with hand-painted shoes. Her earrings and nails are also painted by hand. If you study close-ups of her face, you can see this doll is not factory screened - everything is hand-done. Her blusher and eyeshadow are all done "in house" - not on a production line.

All Lalka's are sold wearing fashions with specially woven labels that are hand stitched into her garments.

You are cordially invited to check out the new flickr group devoted to LILLI LALKA dolls by Julian and Liz of Penny Dreadful Productions! The aim of these talented artists is to offer a high-grade, hand-finished fashion doll for an affordable price by using 1950's factory techniques.