How Hollywood glamour shaped beauty in Canada. When we picture 1930s beauty, we often imagine Hollywood: Jean Harlow’s platinum waves, Greta Garbo’s pencil‑thin brows, Marlene Dietrich’s sculpted cheekbones. But what about Canadian women? Did they follow the same trends? The answer is yes, absolutely. Canadian women embraced 1930s beauty with enthusiasm, creativity and a uniquelyContinue reading “Did Canadian Women Follow 1930s Beauty Trends?”
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The 1930s Lip Shape: The Sculpted Cupid’s Bow
Cupid’s bow was just as popular in the 1930s, as it was in the 1920s, just more refined in the 1930s; the shape simply evolved. Come the 1930s, the mouth became one of the most expressive features of the face. After the dramatic, doll‑like lips or the “bee stung” lips of the 1920s, the newContinue reading “The 1930s Lip Shape: The Sculpted Cupid’s Bow”
Canada’s Speakeasy Culture: Less Prohibition, More Cabaret: European‑Leaning Entertainment Culture
Canada’s nightlife culture during Prohibition was fundamentally different from the United States. Prohibition was first enacted on a provincial basis in Prince Edward Island in 1901. Oh, Canada, has speakeasies all right throughout the nation in primarily in major cities, Toronto, Calgary, Montreal. While American speakeasies were born out of strict, nationwide Prohibition, Canada’s nightlife in theContinue reading “Canada’s Speakeasy Culture: Less Prohibition, More Cabaret: European‑Leaning Entertainment Culture”
The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald: Cultural Influence of the 1920’s
Have you read The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, published in 1925? It’s fabulous, isn’t it? It’s a classic for a reason. When The Great Gatsby hadn’t yet become the cultural giant it would become, particularly in decades to come. This book that felt like Fitzgerald was writing a story, a fictionalized story basedContinue reading “The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald: Cultural Influence of the 1920’s”
Louis Vuitton: The Luxury House That Defined Modern Fashion
Long before Louis Vuitton became the monogram seen on runways, and airport lounges around the world, it began with a single idea from Louis Vuitton. He believed travel should be beautiful. Founded in 1854 as a humble trunk‑making atelier in Paris, Louis Vuitton built its reputation on craftsmanship, innovation and an un-wavering commitment to luxury.Continue reading “Louis Vuitton: The Luxury House That Defined Modern Fashion”
How Kanye West Made Streetwear High Fashion; Changing Sneaker Culture Forever
In the night, I hear them talk, the coldest story ever told … except this is a story that is anything but heartless! Let’s rewind to the roots of where Kanye West, first merged streetwear with high fashion. Kanye West didn’t stumble into fashion; he forced the industry to take him seriously. Long before YeezyContinue reading “How Kanye West Made Streetwear High Fashion; Changing Sneaker Culture Forever”
