Pin-up Girl History

Today was a long, wet, and dreary day in Louisiana but I did manage to find out a few interesting facts about pin-up girls. In one of my communications courses today, we were talking about photos and how they make an impact in magazines. While we were flipping through some famous photos on the overhead projector, he showed us a picture of a pin-up girl. When he showed us this photograph, he asked the class, "Do you know the difference between a pin-up girl and a victory girl?" I had no idea.

Apparently, a pin-up girl would pose for a photo which was mass produced and sent overseas to the soldiers fighting in WWII. It was used to raise the morale of the soldiers and show them what they have waiting for them back at home. A victory girl, was a young woman who supported the soldiers by offering their company and/or sex to the men stationed at military bases.

I am particularly interested in retro fashion and found this lecture fascinating. I thought it would be a good idea to pass on the history to you. You're Welcome!

Shirt: thrifted
Skirt: homemade
Belt: Cato's Fashion