Cutex “Play Red”

There’s something wonderfully carefree about this 1946 Cutex advertisement. The deep blue sky, bright red accents, and playful beach illustration give it the feeling of a summer afternoon captured on paper.

This original 16” × 19” framed vintage magazine advertisement feels especially at home in a bathroom, powder room, dressing area, or bedroom. The color gives the room a little energy, while the generous mat and simple frame keep it from feeling overly nostalgic.

Every piece in the collection is an authentic vintage original, never a reproduction or modern print.

Each piece is paired with a premium solid wood frame in a softly brushed brass finish and an off-white mat because the presentation should feel every bit as intentional as the artwork itself. The warm brass picks up the reds and sun-washed tones in the illustration while giving the piece a more refined, finished presence.

The best vintage pieces don’t need to make a room feel vintage. They simply bring in something you wouldn’t find everywhere else, and that little bit of history is often what makes a space feel personal.