Polaroid: Instant Cool Since 1937

Polaroid wasn’t just a camera company—it was a revolution. Founded in 1937 by Edwin Land (the Steve Jobs of his time), Polaroid brought us instant photography and made it cool long before Instagram slapped filters on everything. With a click, a whirr, and a bit of magic, Polaroid cameras gave the world instant gratification in the form of perfectly imperfect photos that you could hold in your hands.

But Polaroid wasn’t just about the tech—it was about style. Their cameras became cultural icons, from the sleek lines of the SX-70 to the colorful pop of the 600 series. They weren’t just tools for capturing memories; they were status symbols, party starters, and pieces of design history that still turn heads today.

At Vintage and Other Things, we’re all about keeping Polaroid’s legacy alive. Whether you’re snapping dreamy photos with a vintage camera or just loving the aesthetic, Polaroid is proof that some things never go out of style. Because in a world of endless scrolling, holding a real photo feels like pure magic.

Polaroid: because instant is cool, but vintage instant is iconic.