Couture Collection (#11)

Dress and the Danceuse - three fashionable hat designs, 1922 Date: 1922

Dress and the Danseuse - a beautiful model sketched by G. Peres at the salon of Mde Barri in London, 1922. Evening frock of rich orange satin

Advert for the London fashion house of Ninette, 1922 featuring a dance frock in all colours of gerogette with trimmings in contrasting shades Date: 1922

Advert for Madame E. Ella, Court Dressmaker, London, 1921 Date: 1921

Dress and the Danseuse - series of dances showing fashion cr
Dress and the Danseuse - a series of the dances showing fashion creations created by Maison Lucile (Lady Duff-Gordon), London, 1921

Advert for the London fashion house of Olivette, 1921, 99a Shaftesbury Avenue Date: 1921

Dress and the Danseuse - suggestion for ermine cloak and hat
Dress and the Danseuse a suggestion for an ermine evening cloak and two hats designed by G. Peres Date: 1921

Advert for the London fashion house of the London Louvre, 1921 at 135a Charing Cross Road Date: 1921

Three popular Parisian fashion models, Paris, 1921, sketched by G. Peres. Date: 1921

Diana Vreeland wearing Mainbocher
Diana Vreeland (19031989) wearing Mainbocher (on the right). Vreeland was a noted columnist and editor in the field of fashion

Diana Vreeland wearing elegant Mainbocher dress
Diana Vreeland (1903-1989) wearing an elegant Mainbocher dress. Vreeland was a noted columnist and editor in the field of fashion

French fashion plate -- two women in silk dresses and feathered hats. 19th century

Hildred, a mannequin for Lucile
One of Luciles famous models. Lady Lucy Duff Gordon (aka Lucile) was famous for employing a band of mannequins at her salon and for introducing the mannequin parade for her customers

Margot, lead mannequin for Lucile
Margot, the chief mannequin at the salon of Lucile, aka Lady Lucy Duff Gordon in the 1920s. One newspaper described her thus

La Mode des Ensembles - three fashionable ensembles with coats or capes, 1926 Date: 1926

Advert for Bathing Wear from Harrods, London, 1926 Date: 1926

Advert for fashion Knits of Distinction from Harrods, London, 1926 Date: 1926

The newest Parisian fashion models, 1926
The newest Parisian fashion models seen from Philipe and Gaston and Lucile Date: 1926

Fashion sketches by Soulie preparing the way for summer, 1926 Date: 1926

Advert for Bradleys Summer Clothes Catalogue, London, 1926 Date: 1926

A portrait of Juliette Compton in the British film Woman Tempted, 1926 Date: 1926

Advert for the British H. W. Gossard corsets, London, 1926
Advert for the British H.W. Gossard corsets, London, 1926 - The Gossard Line of Beauty Date: 1926

Advert for the fashion house of Martial & Armand, Paris, 1926 Date: 1926

Eve goes shopping in London, 1926 at the City Fur Store Date: 1926

Summer fashions in Paris, 1926 from Jean Patou, Tollman, and Joseph Paquin Date: 1926

Fashion respond to emergency calls during the General Strike, with practical suggestions, 1926 Date: 1926

Couturiers Carry on Sketches by Souie of summer dresses fo
Couturiers Carry on.. Sketches by Souie of summer dresses for 1926 Date: 1926

Art deco sketch by Hemjie of fashions in the flower market at the Madeleine, Paris, 1926 Date: 1926

Art deco sketch by Hemjie of fashions at the Tuileries Garde
Art deco sketch by Hemjie of fashions from Boue Soeurs, Drecoll and Doeuillet at the Tuileries Gardens, Paris, 1926 Date: 1926

Art deco sketch by Hemjie of a young lady at a Quais Bookseller wearing a frock by Yteb Paris, 1926 Date: 1926

Hats drawn by Soulie of all types and all occasions, 1926
Hats drawn by Soulie of Paris for all types and all occasions, 1926 Date: 1926

The fashions of The Duchess of Sutherland from 1912-1926
The Other Days of Fashions no1: The fashions of The Duchess of Sutherland from 1912-1926 Date: 1926

Frocks by Worth and Patou, Paris, 1926 Date: 1926

How can you do it on your screw? ( Screw meant how much you earned). The question here is... How indeed was she getting so much money for all these fancy clothes, hats and shoes...!!! Date: circa 1909

Dress and the Danseuse and suggestions for summer dance froc
Dress and the Danseuse and some suggestions for three summer 1921 dance frocks Date: 1921

Advert for the London fashion house of Ninette, 1921 featuring a dainty dancing frock Date: 1921

Dress and the Danseuse and suggestions for Spring dance froc
Dress and Danseuse and some suggestions for early Spring 1921 dance frocks. Sketches by Irene Veal from new Parisian models Date: 1921

Sketches of two ladies fashions from 1921 from Paris Date: 1921

Advert for the fashion house of Lafayette, London, 1922 showing two smart evening gowns Date: 1922

Dress and the Danseuse - A beautiful model sketched in Paris by G. Peres Date: 1921

Magazine illustrations by Dolly Tree
Drawings of two glamorous young women about town by Dolly Tree (1899-1962). 1919

Jean Peron shows off two of his couture creations
At his salon on Regent Street, London, fashion designer Jean Peron shows off two of his beautiful couture creations to Mrs Philip Maufe

Thomas Couture
THOMAS COUTURE French artist Date: 1815 - 1879

Cartoon, La Grande Couture, WW1. A rich baroness examines the latest fashions worn by pretty young mannequins in a fashion showroom

Le Mans / Notre Dame 1907
Le Mans: Notre Dame de la Couture Date: 1907

Haute Couture
Haute couture : a mannequin models an elegant coat Date: 1933

Georges Sand (Couture)
GEORGES SAND French writer, in 1850. Date: 1804-1876

Fashion Plate - 1950s - French - Womens Costume. Date: 1950s

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"Couture: A Timeless Celebration of Elegance and Style" Step into the world of couture, where fashion becomes art and every garment tells a story. From Maria Callas stunning in Dior to the exquisite art deco fashion sketches from London in 1921, it has always been synonymous with sophistication. In an era when travel was a luxurious affair, Louis Vuitton's advert for travelling accessories and trunks captures the essence as a symbol of refinement and wanderlust. Meanwhile, Thomas Couture's oil painting "COUTURE: A ROMAN FEAST" transports us back to 1843, showcasing how this form of craftsmanship has stood the test of time. But it's not just humans who indulge in couture; even our furry friends can partake in fashionable elegance. The whimsical Fashion Dog reminds us that style knows no boundaries. The 1920s were known for their glamorous flapper fashion, exemplified by Elspeth Phelps' advertisements capturing the spirit of this iconic decade. And let's not forget about weddings – an art deco bridesmaid dress sketch from London in 1921 showcases how even on someone else's special day, couture shines through. Christabel Russell Ltd takes us further into the past with their advert from 1928, reminding us that couturiers have long been masters at creating timeless pieces that transcend trends. With each stroke on paper or brushstroke on canvas, these artists bring forth visions that inspire designers today. Three more art deco fashion sketches from London in 1921 demonstrate how this movement influenced haute couture during its heyday. Finally, we delve into Album de Bal by Atelier Bachwitz – a true treasure trove for any lover of high fashion. This intricate fashion plate invites us to immerse ourselves in an enchanting world where dreams come alive through fabric and design. Couture is more than just clothing.