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Wartime fashion section, Britannia and Eve, 1940
Fashion editorial for the forthcoming Spring embellished by four drawings of women wearing daytime jacket dresses designed by famous designers. The items reproduced include a slim-fitting dress and royal velvet jacket by Rahvis, a coat and dress in fine wool fabric by Lachasse, a woollen blue dress and jacket by Victor Stiebel and a thick tie-silk suit by Norman Hartnell. Date: 1940
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Media ID 14241416
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Designer Designers Dresses Editorial Garments Hartnell Jackets Outfit Outfits Spring Stiebel Suits Wear
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints featuring the captivating "Wartime fashion section, Britannia and Eve, 1940" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This vintage editorial showcases the elegance and resilience of women during wartime, embellished by four stunning drawings of daytime jacket dresses designed by famous fashion designers of the era. Add a touch of history and timeless beauty to your home decor with our high-quality canvas prints, available in various finishes and frame options to suit your style. Each print is carefully crafted using premium materials and printed with vibrant, long-lasting colors to bring this iconic fashion moment to life. Order yours today and create a unique conversation starter in your living space.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Amidst the tumultuous backdrop of World War II, fashion continued to evolve, albeit in a more practical and subdued manner. This wartime fashion editorial from 1940, titled "Britannia and Eve," showcases four stunning daytime jacket dresses designed by some of the era's most renowned designers. The first outfit features a sleek, slim-fitting dress and a royal velvet jacket by Rahvis. The velvet fabric, a luxurious and opulent choice, adds a touch of elegance and sophistication, while the streamlined silhouette embodies the utilitarian spirit of the times. The second ensemble showcases a coat and dress in fine wool fabric by Lachasse. The coat's belted waist and full skirt create an hourglass shape, while the dress beneath adds a pop of color with its floral print. This outfit strikes a perfect balance between style and functionality. Next, we have a woollen blue dress and jacket by Victor Stiebel. The classic A-line silhouette of the dress is accentuated by the belted waist, while the jacket's notch lapels and peplum detail add a touch of femininity. The blue color is both soothing and timeless. Lastly, we have a thick tie-silk suit by Norman Hartnell. The suit's bold patterns and rich silk fabric exude glamour and luxury, making it a standout piece even in the midst of wartime austerity. The tie-silk fabric also offered a practical solution, as it was lightweight and easy to wear in the heat of the war's Mediterranean campaigns. These stunning designs demonstrate how fashion adapted to the challenges of wartime, with designers like Rahvis, Lachasse, Stiebel, and Hartnell continuing to push the boundaries of style and creativity, even in the most trying of times.
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