Before Tippi Hedren became widely recognized as the iconic Hitchcock blonde, she enjoyed a thriving modeling career in New York City during the 1950s.

In 1954, she collaborated with Genevieve Naylor, a pioneering female photojournalist and fashion photographer, resulting in a series of elegant and memorable images.

The shoot captured Hedren in various settings, including the famous Pennsylvania Station, where she epitomized the sophisticated city traveler with a classic 1950s suit.

Other notable images include a candid shot of Hedren feeding a parrot, demonstrating her natural grace long before working with birds on Hitchcock's film sets.

Behind-the-scenes moments were also captured, such as Hedren applying makeup in Naylor’s New York studio, providing a rare glimpse into the daily life of a top model of the era.The collection features both day dresses and evening wear frequently published in prominent magazines like Glamour and McCall’s.

Genevieve Naylor, who had been a wartime photographer in Brazil, later freelanced for major publications including Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar, and even served as Eleanor Roosevelt’s personal photographer.

This photographic series not only highlights Hedren’s early career but also showcases Naylor’s exceptional talent and influence in fashion photography during the 1950s.