bonnie cashin: girlhood fashion and costume illustrations, 1920-1930

While attending Hollywood High School, Cashin illustrated a fashion column. Her acumen and fondness for clever quips capturing the spirit of her designs remained a constant throughout her work.
"Just Sheer Foolishness."
Ink and watercolor illustration, c. 1928.

"Tip - and I have a perfect right to wear short skirts if I care to!"; "Top - Also a perfect left!" Ink illustration, c. 1928.


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