1920s Style Icons: Josephine Baker & The Famous Banana Costume

Talking about Josephine Baker, author Ernest Hemingway described her as “the most sensational woman anyone ever saw.” The American-born French actress, dancer and singer had an undeniable attraction and charisma that quickly earned her names such as Creole Goddess, Bronze Venus and Black Pearl. Fluent in both French and English, Baker kicked off her career as an entertainer during the Harlem Renaissance. She performed at the famous Plantation Club and ... The post 1920s Style Icons: Josephin...