So, what were those cups for? In the old days, the tools you groomed with were tools that would last. You recognized them by their thickness in the hand, their robust perfume bottles, and their heavy metal combs. Those vanity cups came in useful for these items, which were needed to sit securely somewhere. Everything had its place in the cups, barely cluttering the surface. Yet, they reached your beauty essentials. I can picture your favourite brush perched upright, ready for use. Or your go-to perfume bottle snugly nestled in one of those cups.
Vanities were time when grooming was an art with their carefully crafted drawers and compartments – well, on some vanities. In the 60’s, like the 20’s, women wanted to look good and this wasn’t just modern vanity. On Sundays, or when you head out to the grocery store, you were presenting your best self. Each item on the vanity – powder puffs, lipsticks and brushes – naturally belonged.
Additionally, these vanities reflect the reality that the look of home decor was a function of a woman’s place in society. It was as much about the time-treasured homemaking, as it valued personal care. Vanity was both a tool and a symbol of femininity, a place for private space for women. The subtle hint of these hidden compartments and cups reminded me of this. They kept things organized but, at the same time, showed me that there was no such thing as immediate beauty. As so much did, it took time and care.
A Touch of Nostalgia in Modern Decor
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