The document summarizes the subculture of Baltimore Hons, eccentric women known for their flashy 1950s style. It explores the origins and traditions of the Hon culture, such as their embrace of working class values. A key figure is Denise Whiting, who founded Cafe Hon in 1992 to celebrate Hon culture and revitalized the surrounding neighborhood. Cafe Hon and the annual HonFest festival help preserve the unique identity of Baltimore and its people.