The Original Hipsters: Mid-Century Illustration

Posted by Isa on February 3, 2009 · 2 Comments 

I found this excellent collection of mid-century illustrations that I simply have to share:

The darker side of domesticity– this house wife looks hella BORED

The original hipsters — when American fashion was effortlessly stylish and chic

Back in the day when PBR warranted fancy advertisements and a gold finish

I love the composition and color of this one, who wouldn’t want that dress?

Remember when airlines fed us actual FOOD? I mean, it never looked that good…but I’m sayin!

I don’t think it gets any flyer than these frames, real talk

Like mother, like daughter? These white women are working it out in matching outfits

Ohhh, white people and their glamorous 1950s lifestyle! Click HERE for more images.

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