golden age of hollywood – un regard oblique

Frank Powolny

:: Smiling coyly over her shoulder in
swimsuit and pumps was the actress Betty Grable, whose iconic image
above became the number-one pin-up of the World War II (1943). A
photographic masterpiece that emphasized Grable’s
beautiful legs. Hers were the ideal legs according to hosiery
specialists of the era [thigh (18.5″) calf (12″), and ankle
(7.5″)]. Grable was noted for having the most beautiful legs in
Hollywood and studio publicity widely dispersed photos featuring them.
They were insured for a million dollars at the Lloyds of London.

src: iconic photos / related post, here

Shelley Fabares in the musical comedy ‘Girl Happy’ (directed by Boris Sagal, MGM, 1965). Elvis Presley (starring the film with Shelley Fabares) sings ‘Yes, she is evil’ in the film.