Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue.” The age-old tradition of bridal showers has evolved over the years, but one thing remains timeless – capturing the memories through photos. These snapshots serve as a window into the past, showcasing not only fashion, decor and customs but also the bond between friends, family, and the bride-to-be. So grab your cup of tea and get ready to travel back in time with us as we delve into this captivating world. “Casey at her shower, April 1951. Source: Etsy-LightSilverAndPaper Vintage Inn Note: My Wedding anniversary is coming up ..read more

Spring has sprung and that means it’s time to, “dig in and get your hands dirty” – it’s gardening time! For today’s post, we are going to step into the world of vintage photos and take a look at people working in their gardens from the 1930s to 1960s. Let’s get started! Disclosure: Some of the links on my blog from Etsy , eBay are Affiliate Links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase Vintage Photos of People Tending to their Gardens 1930s-1960s 1939 photo of a woman in a cute playsuit working in her gar ..read more

From flapper girls to pin-up dolls, vintage makeup ads not only sold cosmetics but also sold a lifestyle. Join me as we dive into the captivating world of vintage beauty as seen in these iconic advertisements from the 1920s-1950s. (Note: These ads are also perfect vintage beauty / hair & fashion inspiration for when you are looking to recreate an authentic look from your era of choice.) Disclosure: Some of the links on my blog from Etsy , eBay are Affiliate Links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase ..read more

1950s & 1960s Vintage Vacation Photos: From sandy beaches to historic landmarks, each photograph tells a unique story and I am excited to share them with you today! NOTE: This post is a part 4 of a series I started, which you can check out below. Vintage Vacations Photos from the 1930s-1960s Vintage Photos of Family Vacations Vintage Photos of Family Vacations – Part 2 Source: Etsy-UncleDavesGarage Liz Note: I’m off to Spain next week with the hubby to meetup with friends who are there for work and I cannot wait. Follow me on Instagram to see all the sunny fun! Source: Etsy-therescue ..read more

When people think of 1950s fashions, the first thing that pops into their head, is the Poodle Skirt. This iconic fashion piece took the world by storm in the 1950s and remains a beloved symbol of the era to this day. BUT! Did you know that the creator of the poodle skirt, Juli Lynne Charlot JUST passed away at the age of 101 on March 3rd, 2024? It’s true as you can see from the screen grab from the New York Times. Sad news, but what a long life! Now after I saw this news (special shoutout to my amazing sister-in-law who brought this to my attention), I realized that I have never done a blo ..read more

This weekend I was with a group of friends and one of them mentioned that they would love to see a “Terrazzo flooring” post. This is a much bigger research project but for today I thought it would be fun to focus on vintage advertising for all types of “Flooring” from the 1930’s to the 1960’s. 1960s Flintkote fashion floors. Source: Etsy-Plentiful Pages Disclosure: Some of the links on my blog from Etsy , eBay are Affiliate Links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.  NOTE: If you click on any ..read more

During Black History Month, discover the most iconic yearbook superlatives from Black high schools, colleges, and universities in the 1950s. From best dressed to most likely to succeed, these vintage snapshots capture the essence of a generation and reveal the unique experiences and achievements of Black students during a pivotal time in history. Are you ready? Let’s get started. All images from North Carolina Vintage Yearbook Archives 1948 Washington High School (Raleigh, N.C.) “Most Humorous” students. Vintage Yearbook Superlatives from Black High Schools, College & Universities 1950-19 ..read more

Happy Valentine’s Day to all those who are celebrating! Today’s blog post is a collection of vintage Valentine’s Day photos, images, magazine covers, greeting cards and vintage advertising. Let the romance begin! Photo: Taking a break for a chat at the dance. Further Reading: Vintage Valentines Day 1920s-1960s Archived blog posts Disclosure: Some of the links on my blog from Etsy , eBay are Affiliate Links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.  The Valentine’s Day Dances: 1950s photo of two couple ..read more

While looking thru the vast Internet the other day, I stumbled upon an amazing collection of photos from the New York World’s Fair 1939 and 1940 exhibits called, Hall of Fashion & The World of Fashion. It was a beautiful collection of fashions, style and design. I was instantly drawn in and knew I had to share my findings with all of you. So for today’s post I am going to supply a high level overview of the history of these exhibits and then showcase a collection of fantastic fashion images I found online at the ‘New York Public Library Digital Collections‘. Please note, that most of the i ..read more

I can’t believe it’s vintage butter & margarine advertising from the 1920s-1950s! If you know the reference then this post is for you. If you don’t and you love vintage ads, then this post is also for you. So sit back, and enjoy! Note: The history of the world butter and margarine and the battle between the two is a long and very interesting read, but too long for my blog (cliff notes: butter hated margarine for being fake & looking like butter). So I encourage you to read some of the links I have provided thru out this post to get caught up. Disclosure: Some of the links on my blog ..read more