Today's photo from Martin Schweig's archives feature a 1927 Gardner Model 90 Roadster parked on the upper Muny Opera lot, filled with what Martin assumes are actresses involved in a Muny Opera production. To get more information about the automobile, Martin sent a copy of the photo to Al Mercer, President of the AACA…
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Sifting through a photographer’s archives, Part II
I've noticed, somewhat sadly, that Easter bonnets seem to be a fashion trend of the past. So before the week is over, I want to remind you how fabulous hats can look by showing you a couple of beautiful photographs from the 1920's that I found in Martin Schweig's archive of photos. These were taken…
“Dazzle Me Twice” benefit for Actors’ Studio Weds.
"Dazzle Me Twice" is the second time around for Marty London's consignment shop located in a building she owns on McPherson at Walton. Years ago, the original shop was a favorite haunt of mine for unusual finds, including a sweater that is still part of my wardrobe from Chicago knitwear designer Maria Rodriguez. I have…