Hotties Throughout History: 30 Years of Pin-Up Fashion Show

Last week, the folks at The Art Deco Society of Los Angeles and Grand Vision Foundation combined their powers to create a unique fashion show at the opulent Warner Grand Theatre in San Pedro. Hosted by Annamarie Von Firley, 30 Years of Pinup showcased eighty outfits paying tribute to the glamorous years. It was a beautiful presentation that felt just a little bit like time travel, but I was curious about how it all comes together. Before the show began, I spent a few hours wandering, mesmerized, around the gorgeous empty theater, chatting with hair and make-up artists, learning more about pin curls than I ever dreamed and finding out about San Pedro’s bustling cultural revival.

Once the curtains rose, the theater really came to life. From the rustling taffeta of evening and cocktail dresses to fun printed playsuits and rich satin, lace, and nylon lingerie, provided by reVamp Vintage, Ragg Mop, and Threads in Time, the originals and replicas on display were just impeccable. Some pieces had even been previously worn on-screen by the likes of Jean Harlow, Ava Gardner and Ginger Rogers. Ten models flaunting the polished make up and elaborate hairstyles of the time strolled across the stage to the sound of live piano, pausing only to strike their foxiest pinup poses.

Visit The Art Deco Society of LA website to learn about preservation of beautiful spaces around town and to meet other deco-enthusiasts at vintage-inspired events. I just signed up for the mailing list myself.