The Forgotten Hiring Standards for Stewardesses in 1950s America, in Photos

The Forgotten Hiring Standards for Stewardesses in 1950s America, in Photos

Summary

Before every flight, 1950s stewardesses faced weigh-ins, girdle checks, and strict appearance rules. See the forgotten standards that defined the job.

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Before every flight, 1950s stewardesses faced weigh-ins, girdle checks, and strict appearance rules. See the forgotten standards that defined the job.

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