Monday, December 20, 2010

Christmas in Vogue

I just love old Vogue covers! During the 1920’s right through to the 1950’s and early 1960’s, they showcased the work of some of the leading artist’s and photographers of the day. They were full of wit and humour and Christmas issues were no exception. Nowadays I find the covers somewhat lacking in imagination and somewhat bland.


Here are some covers from Christmas’ past that really get me in the mood. They were exotic and full of colour and heavily stylised, symbolising the lavish aspect of the season with loads of savoir faire!








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12 comments:

  1. ArchitectDesign™December 20, 2010 at 9:08 AM

    I coudln't agree more -what has happened to Vogue? No more great artists, great writers....I fear vanity fair -which had been so great for so many years -is going the same way lately.

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  2. Belle de VilleDecember 20, 2010 at 9:42 AM

    These are so fabulous. Now all we get are actresses and celebrities. Where is the artistry?

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  3. Hill House RamblingsDecember 20, 2010 at 11:34 AM

    Yes, when I look at these incredible covers I think Vogue has sadly lost the old magic. Still, these are so wonderful David. Thanks for posting them!

    H.H.

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  4. Bruce BaroneDecember 20, 2010 at 12:54 PM

    Each so special and beautiful!

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  5. Andrés CorellaDecember 20, 2010 at 9:37 PM

    I love them...I did two posts on my blog about vintage vogue covers...they are so stunning and the art work is amazing...such and inspiration...great post btw!

    Greetings
    Andy

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  6. Mark D. RuffnerDecember 20, 2010 at 10:55 PM

    Hi, David,

    A great collection - I love seeing the evolution, but have got to admit that the very first one is my favorite. Merry Christmas from Mark!

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  7. LenoreNeverM♡reDecember 21, 2010 at 7:11 AM

    Fabulous collection David!
    Visual delights!!

    xo

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  8. Mister SupergliderDecember 21, 2010 at 10:23 AM

    omg ! they're gorgeous !! that calls for storage as well ! ^^

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  9. Square with FlairDecember 22, 2010 at 5:14 PM

    I remember when such December issues and their covers were so eagerly anticipated, collected, and saved. Nowadays they are bland, generic, and lacking in charm. These examples are something modern day editors should aspire to.

    Thanks for bringing these wonderful images back for us to enjoy.

    Joyeux Noel!

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  10. △December 23, 2010 at 1:49 AM

    Great post! Love your blog. SO glad I came across it. Following now. Hope you can check out my blog + do the same. Have a beautiful day.

    Emma//

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  11. AnonymousDecember 25, 2010 at 9:06 AM

    Fantastic selection. The 1940s one with the jewelry spelling out Vogue! Lovely...

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  12. KayaJanuary 3, 2011 at 4:11 PM

    i'm a great fan of vogue covers. these ones are so magnificent! the back issues are so special.

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