Beautiful Publicity Photographs of Sharon Stone for “Total Recall”
Paul Verhoeven directed Sharon Stone and Arnold Schwarzenegger in Total Recall, a 1990 sci-fi film. Stone initially declined the film because she disliked action. After learning Verhoeven was involved, she reconsidered the proposal. Continue reading »
Stunning Photographs of The Airplanes Flying Low Over Hong Kong in the 1990s
Kai Tak Airport in Hong Kong holds a legendary status in aviation history, known for its challenging approaches through the city’s skyscrapers and mountains into Kowloon Bay. Continue reading »
Beautiful Black and White Photos of Milla Jovovich and Harry Dean Stanton at Mojave Desert, California, 1990
Milla Jovovich and Harry Dean Stanton photographed by Peter Lindbergh for Vogue Paris, 1990. Continue reading »
Amazing Photos Capture Miami Zoo’s Efforts to Safeguard Flamingos in a Bathroom During the 1992 Hurricane
In August 1992, Hurricane Andrew, a Category 5 storm, wreaked havoc in the Bahamas, Florida, and Louisiana. The National Weather Service reported that the storm had caused damages worth $26.5 billion, making it the costliest natural disaster in U.S. history until Hurricane Katrina surpassed it in 2005 with $81 billion in damages. Continue reading »
Through the Lens of Courage: Iconic Photographs that Immortalize Pearl Jam’s Fearless Concert Moments
In the world of rock and roll, there are bands that push the boundaries and captivate audiences with their daring performances. One such band is Pearl Jam, known for their grunge sound and electric live shows. Continue reading »
Uncovering the Iconic Photoshoot of Nirvana in New York by Stephen Sweet for Melody Maker in 1993
Let’s take a trip down memory lane to one of Nirvana’s most iconic photoshoots. The shoot was for a 2-part interview in the UK’s Melody Maker weekly newspaper, and photographer Stephen Sweet had reserved the entire day for the press event. He picked up the band by taxicab and brought them to the Liberty Theatre, an abandoned movie theatre located on 42nd street in Manhattan, for the photo session. Continue reading »
Nostalgic Photos of Kurt Cobain Wearing a “Hi, How Are You” T-Shirt
The impact of Kurt Cobain on the music scene of the early 90s is undeniable, but it’s important to recognize the influence of other artists, particularly those like Daniel Johnston who never quite achieved mainstream success. Continue reading »
In 1996, Vogue Italia Featured a Photograph of Carla Bruni Taken by Javier Vallhonrat
Carla Bruni, a model and singer, was photographed by Javier Vallhonrat for Vogue Italia in 1996. Prior to becoming the French First Lady, she was known for her modeling and singing career. It is uncertain if she continues to sing currently. Continue reading »
Poolside Glamour: Cindy Crawford and Helena Christensen Shot by Helmut Newton for Vogue, December 1991
Helmut Newton’s iconic photograph of Cindy Crawford and Helena Christensen poolside in St. Tropez, published in Vogue December 1991, perfectly exemplifies the photographer’s signature style of erotic, stylized images with a strong narrative and portrayal women with a sense of power. Continue reading »
1990s Fashion Trends for Young Women: A Photo Retrospective
The 1990s marked a shift in the fashion industry, with a move towards minimalism and a more laid-back aesthetic. The popularity of grunge and alternative music played a significant role in this shift, as the grunge look, characterized by casual, unkempt clothing, became mainstream. Continue reading »
A Love Letter to The Golden Age of Corporate Kitsch
From shimmering skyscrapers and astro-turf carpets to monotonous rows of grey computer boxes offset by dusty pink walls, the Instagram account @__________office has all of the workplace tropes we grew up seeing in movies and on TV, but didn’t get to experience ourselves. Continue reading »
Studio Portraits of Cate Blanchett Taken by Kim Andreolli in 1999
Born Catherine Élise Blanchett in Melbourne, Australia, on May 14, 1969, Cate Blanchett began making a name for herself in theater soon after graduating from Australia’s National Institute of Dramatic Art in 1992. Continue reading »
Jodie Foster Holding a Lamb in a Promo Shoot for “The Silence of the Lambs”
Over the years, Hollywood has seen some of the best psychological horror films but no other film has reached the heights like the 1991 movie The Silence of the Lambs. Directed by Jonathan Demme and written by Ted Tally, the movie is adapted from Thomas Harris’ 1988 novel. It is often referred to as one of the greatest films to be ever made by critics. The plot of the film revolved around a young FBI trainee who is on a hunt for a serial killer. She seeks the help of imprisoned Dr Hannibal Lecter who is a brilliant psychiatrist and cannibalistic serial killer. Continue reading »
“Captivate!”: Fashionable 90s in Amazing Nostalgic Photos
Naomi Campbell, Christy Turlington and Linda Evangelista, Paris, 1990.
Roxanne Lowit
The 90s are back! In a richly illustrated volume, which accompanies her first ever curated exhibition, Claudia Schiffer brings together legendary fashion photographers, designers and supermodels, whose visions captivated and shaped the decade. Continue reading »
Amazing Photos Capture Street Scenes of New York City in the 1990s
At the dawn of the 1990s, New York City was in an unremittingly bleak state. Following two decades of continuous decay, 1990 brought yet another all-time record high in violent crime and to this day, 1990 and the three years that followed remain the most homicide-plagued stretch in the city’s last five decades. The 1990s had quickly positioned itself to become the city’s worst decade yet. Continue reading »
Wide-Leg Jeans: The Weird Fashion Style of the 1990s
Wide-leg jeans, colloquially called baggy pants, are a style of clothing that were popular from the early 1990s to the mid 2000s. The quintessential brand of “hip-hop”-style wide-leg jeans comes from the Los Angeles-based JNCO (“Judge None Choose One”), although other youth- and ethnic-oriented clothing companies manufacture them as well. Continue reading »
This UFO Spaceship McDonald’s Used to Exist in Alconbury, England in the 1990s
For many kids, getting a McDonald’s on a long drive would be the ultimate treat. And if you grew up in or around Cambridgeshire in the 1990s, you’ll probably remember getting a Happy Meal at the spaceship McDonald’s just off the A1 at Alconbury, near Huntingdon. Continue reading »
Red, White, Blue and Awkward: 20 Hilarious 4th of July Family Photos From the 1980s and 1990s
Some people celebrate the Fourth with fireworks, others celebrate by taking the most awkward family photos of all time. Continue reading »
Candid Photos Show Fashion Styles of Teenage Girls From the 1990s
Fashion in the 1990s was defined by a return to minimalist fashion, in contrast to the more elaborate and flashy trends of the 1980s. Continue reading »
Angelina Jolie at 1995 Marcel Indik Photoshoot
It was 1995, and as a young starlet set to appear in her first leading role, she was on the cusp of fame and fortune. And in this photoshoot, Angelina Jolie proved why she went on to become one of Hollywood’s most sultry superstars. Continue reading »
“In The Midnight”: Denny Busyet Creates Dreamlike Artwork Inspired by 80s and 90s Aesthetic Nostalgia Fuelled by Synthwave
Denny Busyet is a digital artist from Malang, Indonesia. Currently he is in love with 80’s Inspired design and synthwave music, he believes it’s starting to influence his art. Really cool and nostalgic! Continue reading »
Cate Blanchett Photographed by Robin Sellick, 1994
Born Catherine Élise Blanchett in Melbourne, Australia, on May 14, 1969, Cate Blanchett began making a name for herself in theater soon after graduating from Australia’s National Institute of Dramatic Art in 1992. Continue reading »
Selena’s Rare Coca-Cola Photo Shoot, 1994
Al Rendon/National Museum of American History
Selena was a singer-songwriter who came to be known as the “Queen of Tejano music,” a popular form of music originating in Texas and taking influences from polka, rock, conjunto, and mariachi. Continue reading »
Fabulous Found Photos Of An Unknown Man Posing With Hollywood’s Finest At The Oscars And More In 1994
Geena Davis
In 1994, a fresh-faced young man was in Los Angeles. Over the next several years he managed to get his photo taken with scores of famous faces. Artist and photo dealer Dan Barry recently found these celebrity photographs. Continue reading »
“The Devil’s Advocate”: Keanu Reeves Photoshoot by Lance Staedler for Premiere Magazine, 1997
Lance Staedler has worked in the US and Europe. His images have appeared in numerous publications and advertising campaigns. His approach conveys a distinctive vision by capturing something genuine and timeless. The year the movie Devil’s Advocate was released, he photographed Keanu Reeves for Premiere magazine. Continue reading »
