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Black and white minstrels
A fashion shoot featuring the Black & White Minstrels in Tatler, 1962. The outfit worn by the model in the middle is a white silk, two-piece, the skirt cut both ways with inverted panels of navy silk studded with white by Nettie Vogues at Selfridges. Date: 1962
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In this striking photograph from Tatler magazine's 1962 issue, a group of models, collectively known as the Black and White Minstrels, pose for a fashion shoot. Dressed in an eclectic mix of costumes that draw upon racial stereotypes, the models don various outfits inspired by minstrelsy, a theatrical tradition that originated in the United States during the 19th century. The photograph, a fascinating snapshot of the sixties fashion scene, showcases the intricate details of the costumes and the models' expressive poses. At the heart of the image is a model wearing a chic two-piece outfit. The top half of her ensemble consists of a white silk blouse, adorned with navy blue inverted panels studded with white, while the bottom half is a white silk skirt, cut both ways to reveal a navy blue underskirt. This exquisite ensemble was designed by Nettie Vogues, a renowned fashion designer of the time, from Selfridges. Despite the undeniable allure of the fashion on display, the photograph raises uncomfortable questions about the racial undertones of the shoot. The use of blackface makeup and the adoption of stereotypical minstrel costumes, such as oversized shoes and curly wigs, are deeply rooted in a history of racial discrimination and dehumanization. This photograph, while a testament to the fashion trends of the 1960s, serves as a reminder of the complex and often problematic relationship between race, fashion, and representation. In conclusion, this photograph of the Black and White Minstrels in Tatler magazine's 1962 issue offers a fascinating glimpse into the fashion world of the 1960s. The intricate details of the costumes, particularly the white silk two-piece worn by the model in the middle, are a testament to the creativity and innovation of the time. However, the racial undertones of the shoot cannot be ignored, and the photograph serves as a reminder of the complex and often problematic relationship between race, fashion, and representation.
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