Saturday, May 5, 2018

Favorite Classic Sweaters

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 Turtleneck pullover over the Skirt

She wore the Turtleneck pullover, which could be dressed up or down, accessorized with the Suede Belt (a 2-inch leather belt  with an antique-look-gold metal buckle) over the Skirt, a rib-knit pullon skirt with an elasticized waistband. A matching bag finished her look. She also a season-spanning Knit Jumper that had a V-neckline and buttons running from the chest to the hem. Underneath that, she wore the Shirt, a lacy-looking, subtly see-through shirt with front button closing and shirt tails. Matching footwear finished her look. And Shelley looked fab in both outfits.

closeups of Shelley wearing the Knit Jumper over the Shirt

Saturday, April 28, 2018

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.