YOU CAN ALWAYS tell when the tennis is on, because all the supermarkets run out of cream for everyone’s strawberries and cream. You can also tell because tennis fashion comes around again, with everyone rushing to order tennis dresses and skirts (skorts?). This year, Wimbledon, which traditionally begins in late June, was pushed back a week in order to allow players to adjust from clay to grass, and also to leave more time between the tournament and other major sporting events taking place around this time. This year, Wimbledon runs from June 26–July 16 and we’ll be watching, of course, as we do every year. We also came across this old fashion editorial from 1988, featuring Carla Bruni (and Chris Martin), shot by Pamela Hanson for Elle France.
About the Photographer
Pamela Hanson is an American fashion photographer known for her work in the fashion industry during the 1980s and beyond. She was born on October 30, 1952, in London, England, but later moved to California, where she spent much of her early life.
Hanson’s photography career took off in the late 1980s when she gained recognition for her distinct style, which often showcased a natural and relaxed approach to capturing her subjects. She became known for her ability to portray models and celebrities in a more candid and authentic light, often avoiding overly staged or heavily retouched images.
During the 1990s, Pamela Hanson’s career continued to flourish as she worked with prominent fashion publications such as Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Elle, and Glamour. She photographed numerous well-known models and celebrities, creating iconic images that contributed to the visual language of that era’s fashion and advertising.
Her talent for capturing intimate moments and genuine emotions in her subjects made her sought after in the world of fashion photography, and Hanson’s work often featured in high-profile ad campaigns for major fashion brands, further solidifying her status in the industry.
Pamela Hanson’s photography style can be described as luminous, elegant, and often evoking a sense of nostalgia. She has a gift for telling stories through her photographs, and her images often feel timeless. Throughout her career, Hanson’s work has been exhibited in various galleries and museums worldwide, and she has received accolades for her contributions to the field of fashion photography.
