Jazz Hot #331 (France) - octobre 1976 - Thelonious Monk

Merry Widow

Era: 1950’s

Introduced by: Warner’s (1952)

Design Purpose: Cinch waist, Support bust, Smoothen out torso and hips, Hold up hosiery

A Merry Widow is a supportive foundation garment that enhances a wasp-waist silhouette that many women tried to achieve for decades even prior to the 1950’s. This garment can be referred to as a basque in the UK. Since it is typically strapless, it is best to be worn under a strapless dress or an off the shoulder garment. It starts at the chest and ends at the hips. It is fastened in the back with hooks and eyes and has boning, thus aiding in underbust support. Most have suspenders to attach stockings to. Warner’s was inspired to create their Merry Widow’s in response to the 1952 film The Merry Widow starring Lana Turner. Turner can be seen in the movie wearing long-line corsets. When speaking about this garment, Turner has once said, “I’m telling you, the merry widow was designed by a man. A woman would never do that to another woman.”

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Fats Waller: The Virtuoso Pianist and Master of Swing

Introduction: In the rich tapestry of jazz history, one name stands out as a beacon of joy, talent, and unmatched showmanship: Fats Waller. A larger-than-life figure with an infectious personality, Waller left an indelible mark on the jazz world with his virtuosic piano playing, memorable compositions, and charismatic stage presence. From his early days as a stride pianist in Harlem to his rise…

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1941 - Fats Waller - Shrine Auditorium - Los Angeles

Carole Lombard’s tragic death always makes me wonder if her being onboard the plane was a contributing factor in the crash. I know that the flight was supposed to have landed and taken off from a different airport and then the flight crew failed to change their flight plan after rerouting to Las Vegas. However, I can’t help but wonder if the pilots of that plane were perhaps a little distracted by having this beauty on board. What a tragic ending to this beautiful woman’s life.

Carole Lombard (1933)

Dance Hall Demoiselles: Carole Lombard -

with Fred MacMurray in Swing High, Swing Low (1937)

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Greta Garbo, photographed by Ruth Harriet Louise (1928)

Mae West 1933, photo by Eugene Robert Richee

“The only thing I regret about my past is the length of it. If I had to live my life again, I’d make the same mistakes, only sooner.”

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Tallulah Bankhead

50 States, 50 Stars

Alabama: Tallulah Bankhead (Huntsville, January 31, 1902 – New York, December 12, 1968).

sweet deliverance 

Anna May Wong

Anna May Wong

Anna May Wong, c. 1927