Vogue Magazine May 1, 1942 featuring a cover photograph of Dana Jenney by John Rawlings. The cover showcases a stylish model in a white outfit accessorized with yellow gloves and a wide-brimmed hat, reflecting early 1940s fashion.
Vogue Magazine May 1, 1942 with a cover image of Dana Jenney, captured by John Rawlings. The design highlights the model wearing a chic white ensemble and complementing accessories, encapsulating the vintage style of the era.
Close-up of the corner of Vogue Magazine May 1, 1942 featuring Dana Jenney by John Rawlings, showing wear and creases.
Edge view of the cover of Vogue Magazine May 1, 1942 with visible wear and edge damage, highlighting the magazine's vintage condition.
Interior page of Vogue Magazine May 1, 1942 displaying the table of contents for summer washable and convertible fashion features.
Two-page spread in Vogue Magazine May 1, 1942 showcasing advertisement of Kayser with illustrations and fashion commentary.
Interior page of Vogue Magazine May 1, 1942 depicting a fashion illustration related to washable clothing, with a military theme.
Printed Guide to Quebec from Vogue Magazine May 1, 1942 featuring vintage fashion illustrations of summer dresses, showcasing the playful styles of the era.
Cover page detail from Vogue Magazine May 1, 1942 featuring advertising for Burmel, highlighting elegant floral designs in a vintage magazine context.
Back page advertisement from Vogue Magazine May 1, 1942 featuring Movado watch promotion and Burmel handkerchiefs, showcasing vintage advertising aesthetics.
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Vogue Magazine May 1, 1942 featuring a cover photograph of Dana Jenney by John Rawlings. The cover showcases a stylish model in a white outfit accessorized with yellow gloves and a wide-brimmed hat, reflecting early 1940s fashion.Vogue Magazine May 1, 1942 with a cover image of Dana Jenney, captured by John Rawlings. The design highlights the model wearing a chic white ensemble and complementing accessories, encapsulating the vintage style of the era.Close-up of the corner of Vogue Magazine May 1, 1942 featuring Dana Jenney by John Rawlings, showing wear and creases.Edge view of the cover of Vogue Magazine May 1, 1942 with visible wear and edge damage, highlighting the magazine's vintage condition.Interior page of Vogue Magazine May 1, 1942 displaying the table of contents for summer washable and convertible fashion features.Two-page spread in Vogue Magazine May 1, 1942 showcasing advertisement of Kayser with illustrations and fashion commentary.Interior page of Vogue Magazine May 1, 1942 depicting a fashion illustration related to washable clothing, with a military theme.Printed Guide to Quebec from Vogue Magazine May 1, 1942 featuring vintage fashion illustrations of summer dresses, showcasing the playful styles of the era.Cover page detail from Vogue Magazine May 1, 1942 featuring advertising for Burmel, highlighting elegant floral designs in a vintage magazine context.Back page advertisement from Vogue Magazine May 1, 1942 featuring Movado watch promotion and Burmel handkerchiefs, showcasing vintage advertising aesthetics.

Vogue Magazine May 1, 1942 Dana Jenney by John Rawlings GD Interior

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Vogue Magazine May 1, 1942 — Dana Jenney Cover by John Rawlings — GD Interior

From a privately held Vogue archive, 1920s–1970s. These were stored away for decades and recently brought back into circulation. We performed light, dry surface cleaning at the outer spine (vacuum/brush/smoke sponge only; no wet methods), then placed each issue in a new archival sleeve.

What to expect: honest vintage traits, binding wear or small splits, staple-rust halos, edge toning, and period shelf dust that can appear as black residue along the spine. Interiors are dry and legible. Some copies retain a light vintage paper aroma typical of mid-century magazines.

Each listing shows the exact issue you’ll receive. Any condition materially beyond the above is noted in that item’s description. These characteristics reflect long, earlier storage before we acquired the collection; all items are now housed in clean sleeves and stored upright.

 

This vintage issue of Vogue from May 1, 1942 features Dana Jenney on the cover, photographed by John Rawlings. The magazine is in acceptable condition with a good interior. 

 

Please note: Due to age, this issue is missing a few pages at the back, including the back cover. The last page included is page 128.

 

The front cover shows creases, and there are marks both on the cover and throughout the interior. Additional marks and rips may also be present. The item pictured in this listing is exactly the same item you will receive.

Please review all photos carefully to assess condition.
We do offer combined shipping upon request.
All of our items come with a plastic protective covering.

Table of Contents

SUMMER CLOTHES—WASHABLE—CONVERTIBLE

Vogue’s-eye view 41
Washables 42–43
Suits for summer, summer for suits 44–45
Dreamy cotton...dancing cotton 50–51
Stretched on the sands 52–53
Basis—a black skirt 60–61
City cotton—city slick 62–63
Beauty and batiste 64
Convertible coups 69
Gingham girls 70–71
Printed guide to Québec 72–73
The draped skirt is shirt-waist topped 76–77
To make, to wear, to wash 78–79
White piqué for town 80–81
Contributions to coolness 82–83
Summertime understudies 86–87
Hand laundry 90

PEOPLE AND IDEAS

Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth 46–47
Sir Stafford Cripps...negotiator 48–49
French thrift in American kitchens,
  by Lee Erickson 54–55
The heads of the United Nations,
  by Miguel Covarrubias 56–58
The United Nations, by Walter Millis 59
Joan Bennett 65
Perfect heroines 66–67
“While I was in Québec...”, by Bruce Hutchison 74–75
D is for day nursery 84–85
Prim house...bright heart 88–89

SPECIAL DEPARTMENTS

School directory 20–25
The dog mode 26–28
Vogue’s address book 29–31
Shop-hound 32–34
Vogue covers the town 35
Un-mask your skin 68
Discoveries in beauty 92, 94, 113

Cover design by Rawlings

This 1942 issue captures the practicality and charm of early wartime fashion, focusing on washable, convertible summer styles suited for a changing world. From cotton dresses and piqué ensembles to draped skirts and adaptable silhouettes, the magazine reflects the era’s emphasis on resourcefulness and elegance.

The People and Ideas section offers a rich cultural snapshot, featuring Queen Elizabeth, international diplomacy, United Nations commentary, and profiles of notable figures such as Joan Bennett. Illustrated contributions by Miguel Covarrubias add historical depth.

 

Though showing age-related flaws and missing its back pages, the interior remains in good condition. This issue offers significant collectible value for those interested in early 1940s fashion, wartime culture, and the visual legacy of John Rawlings.

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