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Ageless Aesthetic: 1940s

Okay, I’ll be the first to say it. Pop culture skips past the 1940s and favors the 20s, 50s, 70s etc, and honestly I can’t hate on that because those time periods are iconic. But so are the 40s! Women invaded the workforce when men went off to fight in WWII, and Rosie the Riveter was born. This event, obviously among others, moved women forward in the movement for equality. Culture changed with the times and there were many leaders to look to for inspiration. 

Enter Marlene Dietrich, a german born film star. Fame in her home country propelled her onto the global stage, and she became a major activist for women in her time. During the war she put humanitarianism first, and renounced her German roots by becoming an American citizen. She traveled the country selling war bonds (reportedly more than any other star!), donated from her own paychecks, and performed in several USO tours. She was also well known for pushing the boundaries of style, and was admired by designers and other actors of the time period. Her willingness to accept herself in the public eye truly inspired me, and dictated the look of this shoot. 

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“ I dress for the image. Not for myself, not for the public, not for fashion, not for men. If I dressed for myself I wouldn’t bother at all. Clothes bore me. I’d wear jeans. I adore jeans.
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— Marlene Dietrich
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Gabrielle and I came together to style this shoot, but a majority of the clothes were a part of her wardrobe! She has an amazing and unique style, be sure to check her out. Also! Watch my Youtube video about this shoot here.

tags: 1940s themed, vintage styled shoot, vintage photoshoot
categories: ageless aesthetic
Thursday 10.08.20
Posted by Nataliya Karpov
 

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