As the timeless allure of Slim Aarons photographs shows us, there's nothing like the glamour of an Old Hollywood pool. Elizabeth Taylor is the face of this aesthetic, so it obviously follows that a '40s pool with Liz in it is the pinnacle of chic. Luckily, this vintage image is making our dreams come true.
A 1949 photograph of the actress alongside her first fiancé, William D. Pawley Jr., at his father's home in Miami Beach, is a masterclass in Old Hollywood pool ideas. The pool itself is cloud-shaped, undulating in subtle but intriguing curves. Elizabeth poses on a concrete diving board, offering a playful edge to the elevated display. Palm trees create the perfect privacy planting, while a fringed awning covers a dining table and white chairs, providing the perfect entertaining area.
