Women in the 1940s were more beautiful and wonderful than we imagined_Ha
These snapshots show that women from the 1950s were so cool. Women in the 1950s Women in the 1950s Women in the 1950s Women in the 1950s…
The Day When the Shorts Were “Short Shorts” of Female Short Pants in the 1950s_Ha
The 1950s decade was the first decade that embraced women wearing shorts for more than just beach wear. 1950s shorts came in several lengths and styles to…
The images record what housewives had to do in the 1940s_Ha
In 1941, LIFE magazine sent photographer William C. Shrout to document the lives of one of the biggest single demographics in the U.S: the 30 million housewives who did…
Photos Show What Teenage Girls Wore in the 1940s_Ha
The term ‘teenager’ was coined in 1941, and Seventeen magazine printed its first issue in 1944, showing off young teenager-targeted clothing and interests. It was a new…
The Honeymooners (1955-1956): A Timeless Classic in Television Comedy_Ha
In the golden era of television, few shows captured the hearts of audiences like “The Honeymooners.” Premiering in 1955, this classic sitcom quickly became a cultural phenomenon…
Vintage Photos Show the Early Days of Washing Machines, 1880s-1950s_Ha
It is said that the washing machine did more to liberate women in the 20th century than the pill or the right to work or vote. Before…
Retail and Shopping: Vintage Photos Show How People Shopped in the 1960s and 1970s_teo
The 1960s and 1970s were a time of significant change in the world, and the shopping and retail culture of these decades reflected this social transformation. In…
Jackie Gleason: The Multi-Talented Entertainer and Comedy Legend_Ha
Jackie Gleason, born on February 26, 1916, in Brooklyn, New York, was a multi-talented entertainer who left an indelible mark on American television, film, and comedy. Often…
The Donna Reed Show: A Classic Family Sitcom and Timeless Portrayal of American Domestic Life_Ha
“The Donna Reed Show” stands as a timeless classic in the annals of American television. Airing from 1958 to 1966, this beloved sitcom created by William Roberts offered a heartfelt…
1960s: The Era That Even Middle-Aged Women Looked So Cool_teo
The 1960s saw a flourishing in art, music and fashion, and it was definitely for youth. But these cool snapshots prove that it affects more or less…