Description
Harper’s Bazaar Magazine — April 1963 — The Sleeping Beauties Cover (No Label, Good Interior)
This collectible issue of Harper’s Bazaar from April 1963 features an iconic springtime cover by Lillian Bassman. The image captures a playful, ultra-feminine mood with a bold fling of polka dots in a "springtime world" full of whimsy and flourish. The featured silk organza ensemble is by Halston for Bergdorf Goodman, also available at Wanamaker’s (Philadelphia), Rich’s (Atlanta), and Joseph Magnin. Accessories include Amarela earrings and swinging black plastic bobs mimicking chains of gold. The look is completed with DuBarry’s Debut Pink lipstick, a dewy young red.
Condition: Acceptable overall with a good interior. This item has creases, surface marks, and possible rips on the cover and inside pages. Please inspect the listing photos carefully for full condition details. The exact item shown is the one you will receive. Combined shipping is available upon request. All items are stored and shipped with a protective plastic covering.
Table of Contents Highlights:
Fashion:
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Do You Ruffle Easily? Romantic textures in springwear (pp.117–129)
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Lightning Strikes Crepe (p.134)
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A Rainbow of Mink (p.135)
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The Pale Creeps: Subtle tones in spring collections (p.136)
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Reed-Printed Chiffon & Petal-Flowered Jacket (p.138)
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Spring Fancy: Accessories of the season (pp.141–142)
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The Art of Mainbocher: Refined fashion legacy (pp.148–151)
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Norell and Galanos: Abstract and modern compositions (p.156)
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Pin Stripes & Chinese Flowers: Galanos and Norell blend prints and structure (p.158)
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Norell and Scassi: The gay, spring way (p.160)
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Summer Reflection: Focus on elegant, clean lines (pp.174–177)
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The Sleeping Beauties: A dreamy editorial highlight (pp.180–183)
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Sweaters: Bold new directions (pp.190–195)
The Young Perfectionist:
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Primavera Evenings in Spring: Youthful elegance for after-hours (pp.184–189)
Small World:
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Rompers and Roamers: Children's fashion and light travelwear (p.196)
Beauty:
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Beauty Bazaar (p.91)
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How to Exercise Without Really Trying by Adele Kenny (p.140)
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Instant Self-Analysis: 25¢ (p.144)
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The Primeval Urge Lives On (p.146)
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Paris Nights: Coiffure Close-Ups (pp.168–171)
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Beauty Begins in the Mind by Dr. Virgil G. Damon (p.172)
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Sailing Colors: Nautical beauty tones (p.179)
Features and Fiction:
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Florence Green is 81: Short story by Donald Barthelme (p.130)
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Brecht’s Mother Courage (p.132)
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The Lion: A fable by Slawomir Mrozek (p.147)
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James Baldwin: Cultural commentary (p.152)
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Eugene Berman: The Romantic Eye (p.154)
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Art and the Circus by Geoffrey Wagner (p.162)
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Photographic Essay: “And We Have Come to Know All Places” by George Krause (pp.164–167)
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An Event: A second fable by Mrozek (p.178)
Regular Features:
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Not To Be Missed by Geri Trotta (p.52)
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Travel Bazaar: Prague by William Weaver (p.86)
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What a Wonderful Idea (p.94)
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The Intelligent Woman’s Scrapbook: Backyards for the Birds by Philip Truex (p.98)
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The Editor’s Guest Book (p.115)
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Bazaar Travel Directory (p.202)
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School and Camp Directory (p.204)
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Shopping Bazaar (p.210)
This issue is a standout example of early 1960s fashion journalism, rich with dreamy editorials, international influences, and cutting-edge cultural coverage. Ideal for collectors, stylists, and enthusiasts of vintage design.