One of the most iconic fashion magazines of all time, Vogue, is not new to the game. Founded in 1892, Vogue has sealed its place in history as one of the big names in the fashion world.
Today, I am sharing a copy of Vogue Magazine from June 15, 1928!
The cover features beautiful artwork of a woman in a pastel outfit, looking at a boat and some palm trees. Vogue did not feature photographs on the cover until 1932.
Vogue actually began as a magazine for upper class men, mainly highlighting aspects of social life. The now infamous Conde Nast took over the publication in 1905, and it was re-geared toward women (Source).
This issue, from June 15, 1928, celebrates the start of summer. It features a nice spread on travel, including luggage and packing tips. Oh my gosh, I am just in love with luggage from this period! It is all so functional yet stylish. Oh, to pack a steamer trunk full of my finest gowns for a trip to the islands via steam boat.
I also enjoy seeing elements in the magazine that have become obsolete today. For example, there is a multi-page spread about the latest information on socialites- births, deaths, engagements, etc.
Overall, this is a great issue, especially for those interested in 1920s fashion. There are some great ads as well, from familiar brands and others lost to time.
If there are any images from the flip through that I did not include but you would like to see, please feel free to send me a comment or email and I will get back to you with it!
Enjoy this little glimpse into the 1920s world of fashion!
Cover. Vogue, June 15, 1928. Constant Style Shoes ad. Vogue, June 15, 1928. Kotex ad. Vogue, June 15, 1928. Jantzen Bating Suit ad- for suits based on hair color. Vogue, June 15, 1928. Society- births. Ads. Vogue, June 15, 1928. Conde Nast travel service ads. International Wagons-Lit Co. Sherry Netherland. Evian Hotel Royal. Poland Spring Maine. Vogue, June 15, 1928. Saks-Fifth Ave, petite fashions. Vogue, June 15, 1928. Whitman’s Chocolates ad- Dividing the Treasures. Vogue, June 15, 1928. H.H. Princess Paul (Nina) Chavchavadze. Vogue, June 15, 1928. “Go West, Young Dude, Go West”. Vogue, June 15, 1928. “Dude ranches have a mode of their own”. Vogue, June 15, 1928. “Hope Williams rounds up a western wardrobe”/ Vogue, June 15, 1928. “The visca turban caps a climax of success”/ Vogue, June 15, 1928. Luggage and packing tips based on length of trip. Vogue, June 15, 1928. Right and wrong costumes for travel tips. Vogue, June 15, 1928. “Jackets are seen in distinguished company”. Vogue, June 15, 1928. “Two debutantes of the London Season”- Miss Nancy Beaton and the humble Georiana Curzon. Vogue, June 15, 1928. “What boots it?” shoe spread. Vogue, June 15, 1928. The envelope bag. Vogue, June 15, 1928. “Hip-lines are moulded” fashions. Vogue, June 15, 1928. “Designs for practical dressmaking- tucks may be horizontal, diagonal or vertical”. Vogue, June 15, 1928. La Salle General Motors Caddillac. Vogue, June 15, 1928. Chrysler Imperial “80” ad. Vogue, June 15, 1928. Coty Makeup ad. Beauty creations- face powder, rouge and coloreme”. Vogue, June 15, 1928. Kodak Vanity cameras, marketed towards women. Vogue, June 15, 1928. Hinds Honey & Almond cream for children. Vogue, June 15, 1928. Scanities by Model undergarments ad. Vogue, June 15, 1928. Sanitarium Equipment Co. exercise machine. Vogue, June 15, 1928. Willys-Knight Six car ad. Vogue, June 15, 1928. Body by Fisher, General Motors ad. Vogue, June 15, 1928. Tangee makeup ad. Back cover. Vogue, June 15, 1928.