Welcome to Miami: Retro Beach Photos to Fall For

When I came across Ann Armbruster’s book The Life and Times of Miami Beach at local thrifting mecca Urban Ore, I immediately knew I had to add it to my collection of retro tomes. I whip it out any time I feel so inclined to revisit one of my favorite famed places. To be honest, I’ve never been there, but it doesn’t matter. There’s something familiar and welcoming about these idyllic images. Viewing them is not unlike visiting an old friend — an old friend with a really, really rad  retro timeshare.


Seeing these dreamy vintage swimsuits made me think of our Peaks Island Picnic One Piece and Spotted by the Sea Swimsuit Top and Bottom!

What’s your favorite beach to frequent?

About Laura

With a passion for events, interviews, and her pet aloe plants, Laura strives to live in a world where writing poetry evokes celebrity status. When she's not planning her apartment's next face-lift, she's either befriending strangers or admiring maps. She has an MFA in Creative Writing, is a member of ModCloth's Charitable Giving Committee, and is an avid appreciator of funky hairstyles and too-hot sauces.

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9 Responses to Welcome to Miami: Retro Beach Photos to Fall For

  1. Dorien August 2, 2012 at 11:17 am #

    I’m totally wishing I was there now…

    • Laura (ModCloth) August 6, 2012 at 11:32 am #

      You and me, both, Dorien! Meet ya there?

  2. miette August 2, 2012 at 7:15 pm #

    Any of the amazing beaches in Western Australia! We are so lucky here…
    Like this one: http://haydnjones.wordpress.com/2012/06/30/oldie-2/

  3. Sydney August 2, 2012 at 8:33 pm #

    Love these!

    ~Syd

  4. buyuveseker August 4, 2012 at 5:02 am #

    i like this pink swimming-pool .

    • Laura February 26, 2013 at 8:50 am #

      Isn’t it cool? I want to jump right in!

  5. Niki Scrase August 11, 2012 at 8:05 pm #

    Favorite would have to be Palm Beach NSW Australia x

  6. Kirsten February 25, 2013 at 11:47 pm #

    Hi Love the article! Do you know the photographer of the first pink pool image? :)

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