indeed it is!
I discovered this hidden (to me) little vintage beauty today -
and with the click of my fingers on google, found and read with interest, Sarai's take on the magazine. Sauri writes, "It’s hard to find much information about Charm, but I read somewhere
that it developed out of one of the many film magazines of the 1930s
until it was eventually incorporated by Glamour (in the 50s maybe?).
Starting in the 40s, Charm dedicated itself to the “BG,” which stood for
Business Girl."
Well, Sauri, I think I may join you in your fascination with collecting vintage CHARM. Look at this woman's waist though - does she eat (I ask as I take another bite of my glazed doughnut).
It's fascinating to see how times were, and are. Each decade seems to carry with it a certain visual aesthetic, do you agree? Remember the 80's (ahem, think I care not to).
A fan of 1940's fashion, I am, however. Oh, and those 1940's kitchens . . .love them, especially that gorgeous red stove.
What decade of fashion and design is your favorite inspiration source?
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Oh my . . .my husband just handed me a package that arrived in the mail today, addressed to me, and I know what it is, I know what it is. A book by a very special, and truly talented lady. This will receive its own special introduction in my next post.
In the meantime, if you're looking for my "Lovely" Valentine's Day collection with K&Co., you can now purchase it here.
Have a bloomin' beautiful day!
Beth, we are birds of a feather then, Elmira Stove Works (refrigerators too) will grace my dream kitchen and stand in all their colorful glory some day.
Posted by: Terri Conrad | March 09, 2010 at 08:01 AM
I wasn't aware of Charm either, and as a fan of those decades I defiinitely should be looking for it! Even if the waists scare me also! I actually squealed out loud when I saw you showed a picture featuring my dream-stove http://www.elmirastoveworks.com/northstar.aspx ooh you have good taste, and your work is adorable!
Posted by: Beth L | March 08, 2010 at 09:21 PM
I ADORE your K&Co collection!
I am concerned about the women in the picture, the way my mind works is when I saw it I thought to myself, yikes she has NO waste. Then I read your words and see you have noticed this also. Back in those days before PS, I think they just starved em..LOL
Posted by: Sue | February 18, 2010 at 07:45 AM