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Margaret Whigham flower arranging in Selfridges window
Miss Margaret Whigham settling an argument how a florists window should look by very publicly dressing the window of Selfridges flower shop in October 1932. Margaret Whigham (1912 - 1993), was a British society figure and debutante of the year in 1930. Later Mrs Charles Sweeny, after marrying the American golfer, and then Duchess of Argyll, whose scandalous divorce case, involving the photographs of the " headless" man plunged her into disgrace and penury. Date: 1932
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In this photograph, Miss Margaret Whigham, a renowned British society figure and former Debutante of the Year in 1930, can be seen engrossed in the art of flower arranging at the Selfridges flower shop window in October 1932. The image captures a moment of public spectacle as Miss Whigham settles an argument over the aesthetic vision for the florist's window display. Miss Whigham, later known as Mrs. Charles Sweeny and later still as the Duchess of Argyll, was a celebrated figure in her time. Her marriage to American golfer Charles Sweeny brought her transatlantic fame, but her scandalous divorce case, which involved the infamous "headless man" photographs, plunged her into disgrace and penury. Despite her tumultuous personal life, Miss Whigham's presence at Selfridges that day was a testament to her enduring allure and the public's fascination with her. The photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, where society figures graced the pages of newspapers and the windows of prestigious shops. Miss Whigham's elegant attire and focused expression convey her dedication to the task at hand, while the vibrant autumnal blooms and the crowd of onlookers in the background add to the scene's charm and intrigue. This photograph is a captivating reminder of a time when public figures were not just celebrated for their wealth or scandals, but also for their talents and passions.
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