Simplicity Young Ideas 5

closeup of Shelley from Simplicity Young Ideas Catalog, 1972

Shelley appeared in Simplicity Young Ideas Catalog in 1972. The catalog featured fashions readers could make themselves - young and up-to-date fashions. She appeared in many spreads throughout the catalog and one of them was called "Yes... It's So Long", which featured maxi-length summer dresses that could be worn from day to night, from sunny mornings to warm evenings.

another closeup of Shelley from Simplicity Young Ideas Catalog, 1972

Shelley modeled pattern 9927, a lean and lengthy maxi dress with a halter front and bare back. Caught round the middle by an elastic casing, the pattern was made using a printed fabric in muted sea tones. A matching ribbon headband and a gold ring finished her look. She also modeled pattern 9965, another maxi dress. It had a bare-shouldered top with a shirred bodice, a billowing skirt and an embroidered trim. It was made using a gingham-check fabric. Matching sandals on her feet, ribbon on her hair and a butterfly choker round her neck finished her look. And Shelley looked perfectly ready for those summer days and nights.

Shelley in a spread for Simplicity Young Ideas Catalog, 1972

Jack and Mike Pilot 15

screen captures from the Jack and Mike pilot episode, 1986

Shelley's third foray into series TV was Jack and Mike. It was about a married yuppie couple living in Chicago, trying to find time for each other in their busy schedules. Shelley played Jackie Shea, a star columnist at The Mirror, a widely-circulated Chicago paper. Her column was awaited by everyone every week. Her husband was Mike Brennan (played by Tom Mason), a successful restaurateur about to open his third restaurant. The pilot was released in VHS format and distributed in Europe, in the Netherlands and Belgium; but only the pilot episode. The entire episode was kept as is; but subtitles in Dutch were burned into the media for the convenience of the target audience. The episode runs for 90 minutes and was originally aired in September 16, 1986.

more screen captures from the Jack and Mike pilot episode, 1986

To continue, Mike's '50s-themed restaurant opening is a huge success. It is being televised; and many VIP guests have come to celebrate with him. Of course, he's asked about the whereabouts of wife, Jackie. He says she's working but will try to get there as soon as she's done. Meanwhile, Jackie is at The Mirror, typing her article. It could spell the difference between a conviction and a continuance in the Sykes rape case; but she has finish it before tomorrow's edition goes into printing. At the opening, Mike is approached by Councilman Brown for a private conversation. He tells Mike that Jackie should be careful. He says he went as far as finding out that a certain Detective Gill, a well-respected poice officer, was moved out of the 13th division and put on mounted police. He suspects the reason goes all the way up, to the very top. Mike is both shocked and concerned.

Beat the Weather 5

Shelley in a spread for Vogue, 1976

Shelley appeared in many magazines during her Supermodel days. On of them was Vogue. In October 1976, She appeared in a spread for the mag called "Everything You Need To Know To Beat the Weather" which featured fashions that were perfect for the cold weather. "You don't always need a heavy coat" was the mags suggestion - an insulating layer could give warmth and more flexibility. Shelley wore "The Chestwarmer," a backless vest with kangaroo pockets that was hand-crocheted in bulky wool, designed by Carol Hasselriis for The Celebrated Pork Pie Establishment. It was great to wear under button-less coverings like capes, wrap coats, etc. Of course, Shelley looked super chic and sensational in it.

Angels Valentine's Day Party

Shelley in Beverly Hills, 1980

Shelley became a huge superstar after her casting as Tiffany on Charlie's Angels. Like all the Angels before her, she garnered a lot of media attention. At the Charlie's Angels Valentine's Day Party on February 10, 1980, the paparazzi was all over her. It was held at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, and was attended by the other current Angels cast members - Jaclyn Smith, Cheryl Ladd and David Doyle.

Dainty Peasant Top

a closeup of Shelley from an ad for Ship'n Shore, 1974

Shelley appeared in many ads for Ship'n Shore during her modeling days. Ship'n Shore was a popular women's clothing brand that constantly updated its line. In 1974, Shelley appeared in one that featured Peasant Tops and Cowpoke Shirts. In the ad, she modeled the Earthen Embroidered Peasantry top, a scoop-necked, puffy-sleeved blouse with an elastic waist and dainty floral embroidery. It was paired with a matching maxi skirt. Shelley looked sweet and dainty in the Earthen Embroidered Peasantry top.

Shelley in an ad for Ship'n Shore, 1974

One of the Best Episodes

Tales from the Crypt The Complete Series is now Available on DVD

In 1994, Shelley appeared in one of the most well-remembered TV series HBO has ever released, Tales From The Crypt. Shelley appeared in the 8th episode of season 6, "The Assassin," which also featured Corey Feldman and Jonathan Banks. The episode has been listed as one of the best episodes of the entire series. While the entire 6th season was released on DVD in 2007, the complete series box-set was released in June of 2017. All the previously released seasons are included in the box-set - and the packaging is to-die-for.

Sweater-Skirt Set 1970

Shelley in a spread for Sears Fall and Winter 1970 catalog

Shelley appeared on many spreads for the Sears catalogs from the 1960s to the 1970s. In 1970, she appeared in a spread for the Sears Fall and Winter 1970 catalog called "Favorite Classic Sweaters," which featured sweater and skirt sets.

closeups of Shelley wearing the Cardigan sweater over the Skirt

She wore the Cardigan, a crew-neck sweater that opened in front with matching buttons. She also wore the V-Neck Pullover with the Dickey,  (a pullover style rib-knit turtleneck) underneath and the Suede Belt (a 2-inch leather belt  with an antique-look-gold metal buckle) over it. Both sweater were used as tops for the Skirt, a rib-knit pull-on skirt with an elasticized waistband. And Shelley looked fab in both outfits.

closeups of Shelley wearing the V-Neck Pullover sweater,
accessorized with the Suede Belt and worn over the Skirt

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closeup of Shelley from Simplicity Young Ideas Catalog, 1972

Shelley appeared in Simplicity Young Ideas Catalog in 1972. The catalog featured fashions readers could make themselves - young and up-to-date fashions. She appeared in many spreads throughout the catalog and one of them was called "Yes, It's The Dress", which featured summer dresses in softly gathered shapes, in fabulous fabrics and fun trims. Shelley modeled pattern 9885, a mini-dress with a halter top and gathered at the waistline. Rickrack trim was used to enhance the hem of this sweet little summer dress. Matching sandals finished her look. Complementing hair pins and bracelets accessorized her look. And Shelley looked perfectly summer ready.

Shelley in a spread for Simplicity Young Ideas Catalog, 1972

Jack and Mike Pilot 14

screen captures from the Jack and Mike pilot episode, 1986

Shelley's third foray into series TV was Jack and Mike. It was about a married yuppie couple living in Chicago, trying to find time for each other in their busy schedules. Shelley played Jackie Shea, a star columnist at The Mirror, a widely-circulated Chicago paper. Her column was awaited by everyone every week. Her husband was Mike Brennan (played by Tom Mason), a successful restaurateur about to open his third restaurant. The pilot was released in VHS format and distributed in Europe, in the Netherlands and Belgium; but only the pilot episode. The entire episode was kept as is; but subtitles in Dutch were burned into the media for the convenience of the target audience. The episode runs for 90 minutes and was originally aired in September 16, 1986.

more screen captures from the Jack and Mike pilot episode, 1986

To continue, excited about what she discovered regarding the time discrepancy in the Sykes rape case that blows a big hole in the prosecution's case, Jackie rushes to her office at The Mirror. She tells Charlotte that she's writing a new  article for her column, and that she's going to finish it tonight just before tomorrow's edition goes into printing. She gives a few last minute errands to Anthony who tells her Mikes on her office phone. Mike tells Jackie about the bullets in the meat; and she tells him she'll be right over. Jackie arrives Mike's completed '50s-themed restaurant and tells him she can't make it to tonight's opening. She has an articles to write; and it has to come out tomorrow, because it's the day of Chris Sykes' sentencing. Mike is upset. Jackie promised she would come and he was looking forward to her being there with him. The couple have a spat that ends with both parties walking out on each other.

Beat the Weather 4

Shelley in a spread for Vogue, 1976

Shelley appeared in many magazines during her Supermodel days. On of them was Vogue. In October 1976, She appeared in a spread for the mag called "Everything You Need To Know To Beat the Weather" which featured fashions that were perfect for the cold weather. "You don't always need a heavy coat" was the mags suggestion - an insulating layer could give warmth and more flexibility. Shelley wore "The Foul Weather Suit", an all weather suit that provided the ultimate protection - resisting rain, wind, everything. It was made up of a hooded pullover top and a pair of pull-on pants, both in rubber-coated nylon with welded seams to prevent leakage. it could be worn over any outfit (Shelley wore hers with a stylish sweater and pants set) for that chic up-to-date look. Of course, Shelley looked super chic and sensational in it.

Party in 1982 too

Shelley at a 1982 event

Shelley was a budding new actress in the early 1980s. She had finished her stint as Tiffany Welles in Charlie's Angels (her breakthrough role) and got great reviews for her work on the stage play Vanities (which was filmed for the HBO series Standing Room Only). She snagged a part in the Martin Scorsese feature film The King of Comedy - opposite Robert De Niro, no less. This girl was going places.

Cover Chic '75

Shelley on the cover of Woman's Own magazine, May 1975

Shelley appeared on many covers during her Supermodel days. In May  of 1975, she was on the cover of Woman's Own magazine. The magazine is circulated in the United Kingdom and has been around since 1932. Shelley appeared on the magazine's cover later that year as well. Check out:

Cover Girl '75

Dr. Beth

Shelley in a publicity still for Cutter to Houston, 1983

Shelley second foray into series TV came in the form of Cutter to Houston. It was the story about three young doctors running a clinic in small-town Cutter (fictitious) but was hooked up to a big city hospital in Houston which they called upon for cases they couldn't their facility couldn't handle. Shelley played Dr. Beth Gilbert, a surgeon from San Francisco whose ambition was to work in a big city hospital someday.

Western Classic

Shelley in a spread

for Sears Spring Through Summer 1971 catalog

Shelley appeared on many spreads for the Sears catalogs from the 1960s to the 1970s. In 1971, she appeared in a spread for Sears Spring Through Summer 1971 catalog called "Corral them there... Western Classic Jeans" where she modeled an outfit inspired by the Wild West. She wore The Shirt, a white-on-white, opaque-and-sheer fabric-ed top, over the Flare-Leg Jeans, a smart looking pair of jeans in the latest silhouette for pants. Flat footwear finished this look. And with her hair tied back, Shelley looked fab ready to hit the town in this classic casual look.

a closeup of Shelley from a spread
on Sears Spring Through Summer 1971 catalog

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closeup of Shelley from Simplicity Young Ideas Catalog, 1972

Shelley appeared in Simplicity Young Ideas Catalog in 1972. The catalog featured fashions readers could make themselves - young and up-to-date fashions. She appeared in many spreads throughout the catalog and one of them was called "Game Timers" which featured knitted outfits that were perfect for summer. Shelley modeled the two-piece version of pattern 9933, a swimsuit that was perfect to take to the sun and surf. She looked fresh and fab in it.

Shelley in a spread for Simplicity Young Ideas Catalog, 1972

Jack and Mike Pilot 13

screen captures from the Jack and Mike pilot episode, 1986

Shelley's third foray into series TV was Jack and Mike. It was about a married yuppie couple living in Chicago, trying to find time for each other in their busy schedules. Shelley played Jackie Shea, a star columnist at The Mirror, a widely-circulated Chicago paper. Her column was awaited by everyone every week. Her husband was Mike Brennan (played by Tom Mason), a successful restaurateur about to open his third restaurant. The pilot was released in VHS format and distributed in Europe, in the Netherlands and Belgium; but only the pilot episode. The entire episode was kept as is; but subtitles in Dutch were burned into the media for the convenience of the target audience. The episode runs for 90 minutes and was originally aired in September 16, 1986.

more screen captures from the Jack and Mike pilot episode, 1986

To continue, Jackie drives off to see Chris Sykes and finds him at the spot where the rape took place. She ask him into the car so he could help her with an experiment that could help is case. With a stopwatch, he is to time her drive from the crime scene to the phone he used to call his wife on the day of the rape. Jackie is an expert driver; she had a lot of driving experience while growing up. And she can drive really fast, which she does in order to quickly get to the spot where the phone is located. When they arrive across town where the phone is located, they check the time. There wasn't enough for him to have gotten there if Ann Pulaski stuck to the original time she testified to, instead of changing it during the trial. Meanwhile, Mike is getting ready for the opening of his new '50s-themed restaurant. The opening party is tonight; so he's stocking his kitchen. He's informed that the meat has arrived; and he goes over to check it out. As he's going thought the meat, he notices there are bullet holes and bullets in one of them. He is shocked and immediately talks to the delivery man who swears he knows nothing about the bullets.

Beat the Weather 3

Shelley in a spread for Vogue, 1976

Shelley appeared in many magazines during her Supermodel days. On of them was Vogue. In October 1976, She appeared in a spread for the mag called "Everything You Need To Know To Beat the Weather" which featured fashions that were perfect for the cold weather. "You don't always need a heavy coat" was the mags suggestion - an insulating layer could give warmth and more flexibility. Shelley wore "The Best Hooded Parka", a windproof, waterproof and super lightweight coat by Sierra Designs. With the parka worn over a cowl-neck sweater and pants, Shelley looked super chic and sensational.

Party in 1982

Shelley at a 1982 event

Shelley was a budding new actress in the early 1980s. She had finished her stint as Tiffany Welles in Charlie's Angels (her breakthrough role) and got great reviews for her work on the stage play Vanities (which was filmed for the HBO series Standing Room Only). She snagged a part in the Martin Scorsese feature film The King of Comedy - opposite Robert De Niro, no less. This girl was going places.

Spend It Dreaming

Shelley in an ad for Wamsutta, 1967

Shelley appeared in several ads for Wamsutta Mills in the 1960s. In 1967, she appeared in their ad with the tagline "It's one third of your life, Spend it dreaming in Wamsutta" which featured the company's Country Lane bed sheet line. The line was available in pink or green and came with a coordinating allover multi-colored fitted bottom sheet. Shelley looked sound asleep in her chic covers.

closeup of Shelley from the 1967 Wamsutta ad

Cherubic Cheesecake

a writeup about Shelley from 1979

Shelley joined the cast of Charlie's Angels in 1979. It was reported all over the world and was even mentioned in Time magazine. New Angel Shelley, a Smith College graduate and a Supermodel, needed to learn how to hold a gun and how to gracefully dodge bullets in preparation for her role as Tiffany Welles, Charlie's newest Seven Sisters seraph. As for posing for cherubic cheesecake, she needed no lessons for that.

Pants And All That Jazz

a closeup of Shelley from a spread

on Sears Spring Through Summer 1971 catalog

Shelley appeared on many spreads for the Sears catalogs from the 1960s to the 1970s. In 1971, she appeared in a spread for Sears Spring Through Summer 1971 catalog called "Pants And All That Jazz" which featured tops and pants for the fashionable young miss. She wore the White-on-White Tunic Top - a pullover-style top with a V-neckline, wide pointed collar, long full sleeves with elasticized wrists and a self-belt - over a pair of Twill-Textured Double-Knit Pants - a pair of flared pants with a contoured waistband, belt loops and fly-front. Matching heeled footwear and a fab necklace finished her look. Shelley looked fabulous in her jazzy separates.

Shelley in a spread
for Sears Spring Through Summer 1971 catalog

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closeups of Shelley from Simplicity Young Ideas Catalog, 1972

Shelley appeared in Simplicity Young Ideas Catalog in 1972. The catalog featured fashions readers could make themselves - young and up-to-date fashions. She appeared in many spreads throughout the catalog and one of them was called "Spare Timers" which featured outfits that came in two lengths - one long, one short. Pattern 9937 featured a top that could be made into either a full shirt or a mid-riff (Shelley wore the mid-riff version) over a skirt (either long or mini) that could be peeled off to reveal a pair of shorts underneath. It was a very versatile look for that summer. And Shelley looked fresh and fab in it.

Shelley in a spread for Simplicity Young Ideas Catalog, 1972

Jack and Mike Pilot 12

screen captures from the Jack and Mike pilot episode, 1986

Shelley's third foray into series TV was Jack and Mike. It was about a married yuppie couple living in Chicago, trying to find time for each other in their busy schedules. Shelley played Jackie Shea, a star columnist at The Mirror, a widely-circulated Chicago paper. Her column was awaited by everyone every week. Her husband was Mike Brennan (played by Tom Mason), a successful restaurateur about to open his third restaurant. The pilot was released in VHS format and distributed in Europe, in the Netherlands and Belgium; but only the pilot episode. The entire episode was kept as is; but subtitles in Dutch were burned into the media for the convenience of the target audience. The episode runs for 90 minutes and was originally aired in September 16, 1986.

more screen captures from the Jack and Mike pilot episode, 1986

To continue, Jackie goes to the Mike's new '50s-themed restaurant where finishing touches are being made. She is shaken by what had previously happened and privately tells Mike about it. Mike is worried about Jackie's welfare; but Jackie, although shaken by her "accident", is now more determined to get to the truth. In court, lawyer Rick Scotti asked the judge for a continuance in the Sykes case. But since no new evidence was presented, the judge rules that the sentencing continues the next day. Jackie, who attended the hearing, discusses the case with Rick as they leave the courthouse. Rick tells Jackie that there is a problem with the time. The victim Ann Pulaski changed the time the rape occurred when she testified in court - which implicated Chris Sykes. If it were the original time, the one she gave during her initial statement to the police, Chris wouldn't have had time to drive and call his wife from a phone across town. Jackie thanked Rick. He gave her an idea.

Beat the Weather 2

Shelley from a Vogue spread, 1976

Shelley appeared in many magazines during her Supermodel days. On of them was Vogue. In October 1976, She appeared in a spread for the mag called "Everything You Need To Know To Beat the Weather" which featured fashions that were perfect for the cold weather. "You don't always need a heavy coat" was the mags suggestion - an insulating layer could give warmth and more flexibility. Shelley wore "The New Cashmere Pullover", a small-fitting hooded cashmere sweater by Binnie Cashin's Knittery. And Shelley, of course, looked sensational in it.

1982 Event

Shelley at a 1982 event

Shelley was a budding new actress in the early 1980s. She had finished her stint as Tiffany Welles in Charlie's Angels (her breakthrough role) and got great reviews for her work on the stage play Vanities (which was filmed for the HBO series Standing Room Only). She snagged a part in the Martin Scorsese feature film The King of Comedy - opposite Robert De Niro, no less. This girl was going places.

Chanel Girl Too

Shelley in an ad for Chanel, 1972

Shelley appeared in many ads during her Supermodel days. Before she became THE Charlie Girl, she actually appeared in other fragrance ads. In 1972, she appeared in an ad for Chanel No. 5. It had the tagline "Chanel is here..." Shelley was a sensational Chanel Girl as well. She actually appeared in another Chanel ad the year before. Check out Shelley's Chanel ad at: Chanel Girl 

closeup of Shelley

from the 1972 Chanel ad

Look-In Comics

Artwork of Shelley on the covers of Look-In magazine, 1979-80

Shelley appeared on the pages of Look-In magazine from 1979 to 1980. The UK kiddie mag featured comic strip versions of famous TV shows. Shelley's Tiffany Welles character was featured in the mag's Charlie's Angels comic strip. The cartoon version of Shelley appeared in the mag from December 1979 to October 1980.

The Real-Right Westerns

a closeup of Shelley from a spread

on Sears Spring Through Summer 1971 catalog

Shelley appeared on many spreads for the Sears catalogs from the 1960s to the 1970s. In 1971, she appeared in a spread for Sears Spring Through Summer 1971 catalog called "The Real-Right Westerns" which featured jeans for the fashionable teens. Shelley wore the flared jeans which was very up-to-date. Over it she wore The Fancy Shirt, a pullover shirt in a lacy-look opaque-and-sheer fabric that had a front-button placket closing and shirt-tails. Buckled open-toes sandals finished her look. Shelley looked fabulous in her up-to-date duds.

Shelley in a spread
for Sears Spring Through Summer 1971 catalog