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Woman looking at historic bridge of Ronda, Pueblos Blancos, Andalusia, Spain, Europe

Woman in street of historic white village, Ronda, Pueblos Blancos, Andalusia, Spain, Europe

On board the Alden out of Gloucester, Massachusetts, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
On board the Alden out of Gloucester, Massachusetts. Men lashing the seining boat to the side of the big ship, while another pumps all the water from the boat floor

Corset (1855), wood engraving, published in 1883
Corset, 1855. Wood engraving, published in 1883

This pretty pair of team-mates are about to score in their black football vests. The sleeved vest on the left has green shoulder patches

Elton John pictured at his home, sitting on a small motorbike in front of four of his cars. His cars include a Mercedes (2nd left) and a white Rolls Royce (3rd left) Picture taken 4th April 1972

Pauline Greig, aged 17, of Fairfield, Liverpool, decorates the bonnet of the new taxi which was on display in the city. Merseyside, 7th April 1970

Boys visit a local sweet shop as the end of sweet rationing is enforced. 22nd April 1949. ***Ivor, to check date. Sweets came off rationing in February 1953 - not 1949 as the caption date suggests***

Paul McCartney relaxes with children during filming of Magical mystery tour September 1967

Marianne Faithfull pop singer actress December 1980 A©mirrorpix
Marianne Faithfull pop singer actress December 1980 © mirrorpix

Estelle Richmond. November 1953 D7128-001

Estelle Richmond. November 1953 D7128

Brick Fancier... Dave Marshall with his pets at the bus stop. January 1980 P009423
Brick Fancier.....Dave Marshall with his pets at the bus stop. January 1980 P009423

Cliff Richard gave two gospel concerts at the Central Hall, Coventry where over 2, 000 fans turned up. It raised over £ 2

Meaghers Zouaves
Illustration of one of Meaghers Zouaves, a member of the 69th New York regiment of volunteer Civil War soldiers, 1860s. Zouaves were soldiers who wore unusual uniforms

Paul McCartney and John Lennon during the making of Beatles film the Magical Mystery Tour for TV in September 1967

Illustration of girl throwing rubbish in bin

Man holding onto rope and shouting

Black and silver sports shoe with studded sole, side view

Boxer wearing black shorts, blue vest, red gloves and head protector, standing poised with legs apart and arms bent in front of him, side view

Cartoon illustration of a Tyrannosaurus Rex caveman

Illustration of a Triceratops runner

Illustration of a Triceratops lifting weights

Illustration of a Brontosaurus dressed in hip hop clothing

Man wearing casual clothes at a flea market during a city tour

Young woman wearing a black tank top

Sensual portrait of a young long-haired woman in a black tank top

Baby boy (6-9 months) sitting in highchair, raising arms (B&W)

Baby boy (6-9 months) sitting in highchair (B&W)

Man gargling, touching throat (B&W)

Man shaving (B&W)

Boy (10-11) on way to school, (B&W)

"Didn t I do well?"- August 1948
Young lad poses proudly with his fishing rod and a large fish George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N30449

High Heels
circa 1920: A pair of black patent high heeled shoes, with white straps and heels. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Couple wearing sixties style clothing

Three girls hiking in Sussex, Easter 1932
Three girls hiking in Sussex with shepherd and lambs, Easter 1932 George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N5585

Healthy man
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Happy senior man
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"Tank Top: A Fashion Staple Through the Ages" From Actor Michael Crawford taking the lead in "Billy" to vintage photographs capturing different eras, the tank top has remained a timeless piece of clothing. On board the Alden out of Gloucester, Massachusetts in 1943, creator Gordon Parks captured its versatility as sailors donned tank tops for both work and leisure. Even back in 1855, a wood engraving showcased women wearing corsets with their tank tops. Fast forward to a group of football players ready to score in their black vests or Elton John sitting on a small motorbike at his home surrounded by four tanks tops - it's clear that this garment transcends gender and profession. In Liverpool, Pauline Greig decorates the bonnet of a new taxi while wearing her trusty tank top. The significance of tank tops goes beyond fashion; they mark historical moments too. Boys rejoiced when sweet rationing ended in 1949 and celebrated by visiting local sweet shops clad in their favorite tank tops. Meanwhile, Paul McCartney relaxed with children during filming for Magical Mystery Tour sporting his own casual yet stylish version. Celebrities like Marianne Faithfull also embraced this trend as she posed confidently in her pop singer attire during December 1980. Estelle Richmond became an icon herself when photographed multiple times throughout November 1953 rocking various styles of tank tops. Even ordinary individuals found joy and self-expression through these garments. Brick fancier Dave Marshall showcased his unique style at a bus stop alongside his beloved pets during January 1980. Whether you're an actor on stage or sailing across oceans, decorating taxis or simply enjoying life's little pleasures – there will always be room for the classic charm and comfort offered by a trusty tank top.