Retro funny

On this week's episode: a quiz on southern expressions, some alternatives to the word "females," and a conversation with artist Tatyana Fazlalizadeh, creator of the Stop Telling Women To Smile street art project.

X-Ray Vision Glasses - 1950s

Hahaha

1955.

The stock photographer shares where he finds his inspiration.

Have you ever come across these pictures with retro ladies smiling combined with sarcastic tongue-in-cheek captions? If you have, and also found them funny, then this article is your cup of tea. An artist called Anne Taintor is the originator of these snarky vintage illustrations that will surely make you laugh if you have a slightly wicked sense of humor. The illustrations often show “traditional” American women—coiffed, starched, and cheerful models from the 40s, 50s, and 60s—juxtaposed…

I chose to cast people over the age of 60 for a fashion shoot because they are more interesting to me than young, skinny models. I was inspired by the character I saw when taking personal photos of my Grandmother, and I thought why not transform this into an fashion editorial, so I pitched the idea to Vice Magazine. I had wanted to shoot some "leisurewear" for a while, (I really love being comfy - I own a range of slippers), and wanted to give the idea a hip hop angle... think Snoop Dogg…

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