Showgirls Aboard
In the 1950’s, women played a far more stereotypical role in traditional jobs than they do today. As this photo of Swedish air hostess Birgitta Lindman shows, flight attendants had to look a specific way to be hired. Birgitta is seen in the photograph inspecting the outfit of a travelling showgirl, who likely also faced pressure to fit the stereotypical attractive mold. A gentle reminder that the world has come a long way since then.
Showgirls Aboard
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