Charmeuse Collection

Two stage gowns from Paris, 1925. On the left Marcelle Lender at the Vaudeville theatre wears an evening frock of mauve charmeuse and liver lace

Woman in pearl-grey suit and black straw hat. Tailleur de satin gris de perle, chapeau de paille noir. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil)

Woman in dress of black charmeuse satin, 1913
Woman in dress of black charmeuse satin with corsage and panier of an embroidered and draped obi. Robe de charmeuse noire avec corsage et panier formes d un obi drape

Woman in afternoon dress of black velvet and green satin, with fur stole and muff. Robe d apres-midi en velours noir et satin vert. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil) etching after an illustration by H

Woman in charmeuse gown, violet tunic and cape
Woman in white charmeuse satin gown with violet chiffon tunic trimmed with skunk fur, cape of Etruscan velvet. Robe de charmeuse blanche a tunique de mousseline de soie violette brodee de vert et

Evening outfit of cape in ermine and polecat fur, 1913
Evening outfit of cape in ermine and polecat fur over a long satin dress. Parure d hermine et putois. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil)

Woman in old velvet dress with opossum fur trim, 1913
Woman in old velvet dress with opossum fur trim, and girl in chiffon velvet dress trimmed with swan down. Robe de velours ancien garnie d opossum, robe de fillette en velours chiffon bordee de cygne

Woman in cape of charmeuse satin bordered with fox fur, 1913
Woman in cape of pastel-pink charmeuse satin bordered with white fox fur leaning on a table. Manteau de charmeuse rose pastel garni de renard blanc

Parisian clothing: White charmeuse robe with violet embroidered silk tunic
990962 Parisian clothing: White charmeuse robe with violet embroidered silk tunic, 1913 (coloured print) by Pichenot, Robert (fl.1914); Private Collection; (add.info.: Parisian clothing)

Advert for Peter Robinsons Autumn fashions 1925
Autumn fashions for twenties women, left; black distinctive short coat, made from mohair with broad -tail effect lined in satin

High fashion 1912
French models wearing creations by Zimmermann. (left), Charmeuse dress with intricate lace on the bodice, two points of black tulle form small setbacks and a thin plaited jet black belt

Advert for Harrods frocks 1913
Pretty afternoon and day frocks exclusively available from Harrods. 1913

Evening gown 1912
Woman wearing an elegant sulphur-yellow charmeuse and lace softened with black tulle worn over a pair of Larona corsets. 1912

A stately court gown, Debenham & Freebody 1912
A stately gown for presentation at court of ivory tinted charmeuse designed and carried out by Debenham and Freebody. 1912

Fashions for Spring, 1919
Demi-toilettes de Printemps. Soft blue and beige charmeuse make up the dress on the left, which has a distinctive note, a cleverly arranged panel of black satin

Going Away gown and furs of the Duchess of Fife
A very becoming going away gown for Princess Alexandra, Duchess of Fife of smoked grey charmeuse with a coatee of lace to match

Bridesmaids dress for Princess Maud of Fife
The bridesmaid dress worn by Princess Maud of Fife (later Countess of Southesk) to her elder sister, Princess Alexandra, Duchess of Fifes wedding to Prince Arthur of Connaught in 1913

Royal Wedding 1913 -- Connaught Fife -- wedding dress
Women in the workshop of Felix Barolet in Knightsbridge, making the wedding dress for the wedding of Arthur, Prince of Connaught and Alexandra, Duchess of Fife, which took place in the Chapel Royal

Spring Fashions for 1913
Sketch depicting the vivid colour and graceful lines of ladies fashion in the early twentieth century. On left: an evening dress in green

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"Captivating Charmeuse: A Glimpse into the Glamorous World of Fashion" Step back in time to Paris, 1925, where two stage gowns stole the spotlight with their ethereal beauty. The first ensemble features a woman adorned in a pearl-grey suit and topped with an elegant black straw hat, exuding sophistication and grace. Traveling further back to 1913, we encounter a vision of elegance as a woman dons a dress made of black charmeuse satin. Its lustrous fabric drapes her silhouette flawlessly, capturing the essence of timeless glamour. In another scene from 1913, we witness a woman wearing an afternoon dress crafted from black velvet and green satin. The contrasting textures create an alluring combination that speaks volumes about her impeccable taste. A captivating image emerges as we glimpse at yet another lady dressed in a charmeuse gown paired with a violet tunic and cape. This ensemble showcases the versatility fabric while adding layers of mystery and allure to her overall appearance. The allure continues with an evening outfit featuring an opulent cape made from ermine and polecat fur in 1913. It epitomizes luxury while keeping its wearer warm during chilly nights out on the town. Delving deeper into fashion history, we discover women embracing old-world charm by adorning themselves with opossum fur-trimmed velvet dresses in 1913. These garments showcase how fashion can seamlessly blend tradition with modernity. Parisian clothing never fails to impress; one example is seen through the white charmeuse robe embellished with violet embroidered silk tunic—an exquisite combination that embodies both femininity and refinement. Advertisements play their part too—Peter Robinson's Autumn fashions for 1925 tantalize us with promises of high style and cutting-edge designs that capture attention wherever they go. Meanwhile, Harrods frocks entice us in 1913, showcasing the latest trends that set hearts aflutter.