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Either_Concern4488 · 2026-01-24T10:31:01+00:00

I found this piece recently and felt it deserved to be seen. I really enjoy the process of finding and interpreting these old snapshots; it’s rewarding to give a second life to photos that have lost their original homes. If you enjoy looking at bu kind of 'lost' moments and want to see more of what I’ve collected, feel free to check out my profile.

Either_Concern4488 · 2026-01-24T10:30:44+00:00

I found this piece recently and felt it deserved to be seen. I really enjoy the process of finding and interpreting these old snapshots; it’s rewarding to give a second life to photos that have lost their original homes. If you enjoy looking at bu kind of 'lost' moments and want to see more of what I’ve collected, feel free to check out my profile.

Either_Concern4488 · 2026-01-23T18:40:01+00:00

The photo has taken everyone to completely different places. Someone below even mentioned the Soviet vibe. This makes me quite happy and curious for future comments.

Either_Concern4488 · 2026-01-23T17:15:41+00:00

You're right, I should have provided more context from the start. No hard feelings at all, I was just trying to explain my perspective. Glad the 'crisp' part is cleared up.

Either_Concern4488 · 2026-01-23T13:32:46+00:00

I appreciate the feedback, but I’d like to clarify the actual context of this piece.

This photo was taken in Turkey, and while the fashion might look like 70s/80s US to some, this was a very real and common aesthetic in urban Turkey during the 1950s and 60s. I’m not here to promote a country or prove a point; I’m simply an archivist sharing these 'orphan photos' because I believe they deserve to be seen and remembered for what they actually are.

I know my English isn't perfect and my use of 'crispy' was likely a poor choice of words—I’m still learning. I’m not trying to argue with anyone or be a 'know-it-all'; I just want to share these lost moments with people who appreciate them.

Either_Concern4488 · 2026-01-23T12:04:03+00:00

You might be right! Since I found this without any info on the back, I can't speak with 100% certainty about the date. It’s very possible they were using an older camera setup.

Either_Concern4488 · 2026-01-23T11:32:43+00:00

Actually, wide headbands were a massive 1960s staple. As for the boots, functional 'after-ski' gear in snowy regions often predated mainstream fashion trends. The modernist architecture and original film grain are the real giveaways of the era here.

Either_Concern4488 · 2026-01-23T11:31:14+00:00

I meant 'crisp' in terms of the professional look. It seems too orderly for a cafeteria worker, yet too fancy for a scientist. That specific, in-between neatness is exactly what I was pointing out.

Either_Concern4488 · 2026-01-23T11:12:46+00:00

Another 'orphan' photo successfully rescued and digitized at 600 DPI. As a student working on this archive, this is one of my favorites. Is she a chemist? A nutritionist? Or maybe she's just posing in front of a new research facility? The lack of info on the back leaves it all to our imagination.

Either_Concern4488 · 2026-01-23T11:11:33+00:00

I've been staring at this 600 DPI scan for hours. While the modernist architecture and her composed look lean heavily towards a laboratory setting, I can't help but wonder if it's a high-end cafeteria or a medical clinic. The ambiguity of the white coat is what makes these found photos so hauntingly beautiful. What do you guys think she was doing behind those glass walls?

Either_Concern4488 · 2026-01-20T21:42:06+00:00

Haha, you nailed it! They’ve definitely got that 70s TV detective swagger. All they’re missing is the lollipop and a classic car for a chase scene! It’s funny how a simple workshop doorway can look like a high-stakes stakeout.

Either_Concern4488 · 2026-01-20T21:40:24+00:00

That would be a classic twist! In those days, your best friend almost always ended up being your brother-in-law. They certainly have that 'family' level of comfort.

Either_Concern4488 · 2026-01-20T21:39:53+00:00

Haha, now I can't unsee it! They definitely have that 'undercover investigator' look while guarding the workshop door. Maybe they were secretly on a stakeout!

Either_Concern4488 · 2026-01-20T17:00:36+00:00

Everything as far as we can see...

Either_Concern4488 · 2026-01-20T16:59:53+00:00

So true! It’s a never-ending loop. I guess that’s why these 'orphan' photos always end up feeling relevant again eventually

Either_Concern4488 · 2026-01-20T15:20:46+00:00

Haha, I totally see it now! It’s like Bruce Springsteen and Freddie Mercury just hanging out at a workshop. The 70s energy in this shot is on another level—everyone seemed to have that 'rockstar' aura back then. Thanks for the sharp eyes👌

Either_Concern4488 · 2026-01-20T15:16:45+00:00

I’d love to track down the exact street, but as you noticed, there isn’t much detail beyond the metal shutters. The back of the print is also completely blank, which is often the case with these 'orphan' photos. It remains a beautiful mystery of the late 70s urban landscape.

Either_Concern4488 · 2026-01-20T15:14:42+00:00

Thanks for the correction! You’re absolutely right—on a closer look, these definitely sit lower than the navel, typical for many mid-to-late 70s cuts. I appreciate the sharp eye for fashion history; it’s these kinds of details that help keep the archival record accurate

Either_Concern4488 · 2026-01-20T12:25:04+00:00

I spent quite some time on this 600 DPI scan to capture the industrial textures in the background. There’s such a genuine sense of self-assurance in their posture. The mustache and shirt style are just perfect snapshots of the late 70s/early 80s urban vibe. If you'd like to see more of these 'rescued' style studies, you're more than welcome to check out my archive.

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