Hot Shots of the Week: That’s the Truth, Ruth

American actress and Miss New Jersey 1952 Ruth Hampton, with a body that steadfastly refuses to quit.

Bombshells: Brigitte Bardot

French actress, singer, and animal rights advocate Brigitte Bardot was, quite simply, one of the most iconic sex symbols of the twentieth century—and beyond. She existed in our public consciousness in rarified air space, alongside icons like Marilyn Monroe and Sophia Loren. She left the entertainment industry behind before turning forty and devoted her time … Continue reading Bombshells: Brigitte Bardot →

Christmas with Bettie

We’re really happy with how this year’s Christmas card came out. Bettie Page was kind of enough to model for us, and smart enough to know if she posed in the nude we’d triple her paycheck and give her a free lunch. Everyone left happy that day, but no one more so than those of … Continue reading Christmas with Bettie →

Hot Shots of the Week: The Smoldering Yvette Vickers

American actress, pin-up model, and singer Yvette Vickers was a smoldering smoke show of epic proportions. Don’t believe it? Well, cast your peepers on this and see the facts for yourselves.

Bombshells: Silvana Pampanini

Before Sophia Loren or Gina Lollobrigida, there was Italian sex symbol Silvana Pampanini. The curvaceous, green-eyed, and long-legged beauty was born in Rome and, like many Italian goddesses, had a fiery personality that only enhanced her appeal. This excellent resource on all things Italy details Silvana’s ferociousness, but here’s a particularly choice quote that makes … Continue reading Bombshells: Silvana Pampanini →

Random Image Dump #39

Life is hard, so here are some pretty pictures to look at that’ll make it all a wee bit easier, at least for a moment. Cartoonist Cathy Guisewite, whose popular comic strip Cathy ran for 34 years. Here she is, back in the day, looking truly beautiful. Spectacular Zatanna cosplay by the curvaceous cosplayer Niveron. … Continue reading Random Image Dump #39 →

Marilyn Monday

In which Marilyn Monroe gives good leg. Our favorite blonde bombshell publicizing The Seven Year Itch (1955) and showing off the world’s most perfect set of pins. On the set of Love Nest (1951). How does one get that person’s job? Asking for a friend. Giving Cary Grant a glimpse of her jaw-dropping legs in … Continue reading Marilyn Monday →