Description
Seventeen Magazine – September 1971 – "The Clowns" Cover – No Label – Very Good Condition
This original Seventeen Magazine from September 1971 offers a vibrant look into the culture, fashion, and social awareness of early '70s youth. Published by Triangle Publications, Inc., with Enid A. Haupt as Editor-in-Chief Emeritus, this issue captures the era’s shift toward individuality, environmental consciousness, and expressive fashion. The magazine is in very good vintage condition, showing only minor edge wear. Please review the provided photos for exact condition details. All items are shipped with protective plastic covering, and combined shipping is available upon request.
Highlights from the Issue:
Fashion and Style:
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Rap It Up (pp. 110–119): A standout editorial showcasing straight-A-style fall fashion essentials with a bold, expressive twist.
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Seasonal style segments like In Buttercup, In Plum Ways, and The Push Shapes explore color and silhouette trends.
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Sweater buying guides and whimsical features like The Funny Walks add charm and practical insight for young readers.
Beauty and Wellness:
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A three-part "Battle" section on body image, skincare, and dental health
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DIY skincare tips including Skin Scrubbers and Raggy Exercises
Culture and Commentary:
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Join Forces for the Environment and Make the World Work reflect the rising social consciousness of the era.
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Personal essays from young readers, including My Life and Hard Times with Nader’s Raiders and a bold opinion piece on the Pledge of Allegiance, offer rare insight into youth activism.
Entertainment and Features:
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Reviews and coverage of theater, film, music, and television, including Fiddler on the Roof and The Clowns, featured as Picture of the Month.
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Original fiction pieces such as Pink Roses by Rosemary Stephens and Images by Joan Oppenheimer provide a literary flair.
Home and Food:
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Creative lifestyle content includes Seventeen Ways to Recycle a Room, Go Greek with Lamburgers, and Earthy Ways to Eat—a nod to the growing natural foods movement.
This issue is not only a collectible piece of fashion and pop culture history but also a time capsule of the values and voices of young women in the 1970s.
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