For Sale: Escapade. December 1957 with Bridget Bardot cover.

Description

Escapade was a men’s magazine that emerged during the mid-20th century, part of the wave of “girlie magazines” popularized by Playboy. First published in 1955, Escapade positioned itself as a mix of pin-up photography, fiction, and lifestyle content, catering to men interested in culture, humor, and sexualized imagery.

Like most men’s magazines from this period, Escapade struggled to maintain its foothold in a crowded market and the changing cultural attitudes toward print media and adult content. It ceased publication by the late 1970s.

The December 1957 issue of Escapade magazine is notable for being its Gala Anniversary Issue (Vol. III, No. 1). This edition features a cover image of Brigitte Bardot, the renowned French actress and sex symbol of the era. Contributors include Nelson Algren’s short piece of fiction “A Bottle of Milk for Mother” as well as an interesting article about Wyatt Earp and his pimp-hand ways.