"Palm Beach Idyll - Slide", Slim Aarons, January 1, 1955- Palm Beach, Florida, USA

After serving as a war photographer, Slim Aarons turned his lens to a new landscape: the glamorous lives of Hollywood elites, Palm Beach socialites, and jet-setting debutantes and princes. Aarons famously described his subjects as “attractive people doing attractive things in attractive places.” More than just portraits, his photographs encapsulated a luxurious way of life. Today, we are proud to share Slim Aarons' timeless work, offering a glimpse into the elegance and sophistication he so marvelously captured.

This striking 1950s image from Palm Beach was shot by Slim Aarons for the cover of Holiday magazine’s Florida issue, capturing the playful collision of glamour and leisure that defined mid-century American resort culture. A woman lounges effortlessly in a bright swimsuit beneath a whimsical Christmas tree umbrella, surrounded by tropical palms and a beachside cocktail setup, symbolizing the era's carefree luxury and seasonal escapism. The photograph reflects Aarons’ unique access to elite social circles and his role in shaping the visual narrative of postwar American affluence, where vacation life became a symbol of status and sophistication.

21.25" x 21.25"