Crazes Collection

A Picture WITH Words by Chloe Preston
A studious looking little girl with spectacles balanced on her nose, sits among dictionaries as she works on countless crosswords

Bee Jackson dancing the charleston
Dancer Bee Jackson demonstrating the Charleston which she was performing at the Piccadilly Revels cabaret at the Piccadilly Hotel after making a name for herself in America

Mlle. Lyska Kostio and her collection of dolls
One of the latest crazes in Paris in the early 1910s was doll-collecting. Apparently Mlle. Kostio took all her dolls with her when she travelled, and looked after them all herself

A new dance - the Truda-Trott, 1927
Photographs demonstrating a new dance trend in 1927, the Truda-Trott devised in Austria as a compliment to the female Channel swimmer, Gertrude Ederle

The Charleston by Rose le Quesne
Humorous illustration recording the difficulties in mastering the Charleston. Date: 1927

Hula hooping JLP01_08_053753
Goodwyn Hall, Mill Hill, Barnet, Greater London. A crowd of people watching men and women hula hooping at a New Year Party

Two women playing Diabolo in France while a mechanic fixes their car. Date: 1907

Contract bridge craze - Ely Cuthbertson, USA
Contract bridge swept America in 1929 and 1930 - seen here is an expert player, Ely Cuthbertson, taking part in a tournament in New York. 1932

The Charleston
Couple energetically dancing the Charleston, the latest dance craze that would define the roaring twenties. 1928

The Turkey Trot, 1912
Dancers Oscar and Suzette demonstrating the new dance craze, the Turkey Trot, presented minus the objectionable features which caused the teaching of the measure to be prohibited by the Bureau of

Cover for How to Dance the Latest Dances by Pat Sykes (litho)
5995819 Cover for How to Dance the Latest Dances by Pat Sykes (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Dances The Twist. A couple demonstrate dancing the twist at the Twist and Beat Championships of Great Britain at the Lyceum December 1965

Mr M W Q Walker with his hula hoop which he bought at Selfridges store in Oxford Street. 2nd October 1958

Mr M W Q Walker with his hula hoop which he bought at Selfridges store in Oxford Street. 2nd October 1958

The Turkey Trot dance craze, 1912
Dancers Oscar and Suzette demonstrate one of the new ballroom dance crazes sweeping London dance halls - the Turkey Trot. Date: 1912

Locks of Love padlocks at N Seoul Tower, Namsan in Seoul, Korea

The new Captain Lindbergh hat, all the rage in Paris in 1927, the year he made his record-breaking flight to Paris. It was built of grey felt and embossed in dull red. Date: 1927

Diabolo on Hampstead Heath, 1907
Women playing diabolo at the height of the craze in 1907, helped by some heron on Hampstead Heath. Date: 1907

New sensation dance crazes, 1912
Examples of dances gaining in popularity in 1912, which, The Tatler, says in bemusement, were, threatening to undermine the decorum of our ballrooms

Maurice and Florence Walton
Two dancers who are teaching all of London to tango in 1913, when the craze dominated British dancefloors. Maurice and Florence Walton entertained diners at Princes

John Bull gets crossword fever
The mid-1920s crossword craze brings John Bull out in crossword fever as an epidemic of crossword puzzles hook the nation

Worthington Crosswords advertisement
An advertisement for Worthington Ales at the time of the craze for crosswords showing an engrossed crossword puzzler bumping into people and causing chaos in his wake as he walks along

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"Crazes: A Journey through Time and Trends" Step into the world of crazes, where fads come alive and captivate hearts. In this captivating picture by Chloe Preston, words dance across the canvas, whispering tales of past obsessions. Bee Jackson takes center stage, gracefully dancing the Charleston. The 1920s embraced this energetic craze, as flappers swayed to its infectious rhythm. Meanwhile, Mlle. Lyska Kostio proudly displays her collection of dolls - a craze that transcends time and brings joy to both young and old. The Truda-Trott burst onto the scene in 1927 - a new dance that had everyone twirling with delight. Rose le Quesne embodies its spirit in her electrifying performance captured here. Transport yourself back to 1907 France, where two women play Diabolo while their car gets fixed by a skilled mechanic. This playful activity became an instant sensation among French youth during that era. Hula hooping takes center stage in JLP01_08_053753's vibrant image - a timeless craze that has brought laughter and fitness to generations worldwide. Ely Cuthbertson introduces us to the contract bridge craze sweeping across America. Friends gather around tables, strategizing their way to victory amidst friendly banter and intense competition. Once again, we find ourselves immersed in the lively Charleston scene - an iconic dance move synonymous with freedom and rebellion against societal norms. In 1912, Turkey Trot took over ballrooms with its daring moves and spirited energy. Couples spun around like whirlwinds on dance floors everywhere – leaving audiences breathless yet craving more excitement. Pat Sykes' litho cover for "How to Dance the Latest Dances" showcases another trendsetter – teaching enthusiasts how to master these mesmerizing movements step by step.