Vintage Playboy

I guess these days, most people associate Playboy with tackiness. It has become a full on brand offering cosmetics, clothes, toys and even stationery. Once upon a time it was for adult consumption only but these days 10 year olds are running around with Playboy schoolbags and pencil cases!

Personally, I am fascinated by Playboy but more so it's beginnings. What it has evolved into, I can take or leave and I certainly don't make a habit of reading pornographic literature... although I have been told they churn out some rather interesting articles, aherm. My fascination lies with the images of old, the beautiful women on the covers and the art of suggestion. Back in the day, it was something less sleazy than today's offerings.

I thought I'd show you some of my favourite covers from days gone by ... I am determined to have one of these blown up and hanging on my wall one day - sounds a little batchelor-esque but I think it would look pretty cool!

Above covers from 1965

Above covers from 1967

19711982 (I wonder if PB ever marketed these sunnies - I bet they'd be a hit!)

So that's my selection of favourites, most of the covers after the 70's became much more vulgar hence the reputation of Playboy but I like to delve into the history books every now and then back when it was much more creative and with a hint of innocence.

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