Couture Collection (#5)

Advert for Selfridges illustrating a gown and coat, London, 1925 Date: 1925

Black and white fashion details from Lanvin, Paris, 1925 Date: 1925

Feature Fashions of Today and Tomorrow by Florence Roberts with sketches by Gordon Conway, 1925. Describing Margaret Bannermans gowns in Camilla States Her Case at the Globe Theatre

Two outfits designed by Soulie for the Riviera, 1925
Two outfits designed by Soulie suitable for the dansants on the Riviera, 1925 Date: 1925

Advert for the London couturier Maison Ross, 1925 illustrating a tweed coat Date: 1925

Some new hat styles from Marthe Regnier and Jane Blanchot, Paris, 1925 Date: 1925

Fashion sketches by Gordon Conway in black and white and suitable for Sports and Evening wear, 1925 Date: 1925

A range of current French fashions, 1925 Date: 1925

Advert for Selfridges illustrating an elegant frock for the smaller woman, 1925 - the model is of embroidered gold tissue with scarf and hem edged in fur Date: 1925

Advert for the Parisian couturier Marthe Regnier, 1925 showing a portrait of Jeanne Provost Date: 1925

Three frocks and furs for the French Riviera, 1925 - top right from Chantal, bottom left from Phillipe and Gaston and right from Fourrures Max Date: 1925

Three dramatic London fashions sketched by Porter Woodruff, 1925 Date: 1925

Marguerite Namara of the Opera Comique, Paris wearing a creation of her own design (a banana coloured dress and coat), 1925

A portrait of the Countess of Northesk, formerly the America stage and cabaret perfromer Jessica Brown, 1925 Date: 1925

Three suits designed by Souile for the South of France, 1925 Date: 1925

Advert for Ninette Couture, London, 1925 Date: 1925

A sketch by Hemjie of Paris in August, 1926 set in the Place Du Tertre, Montmartre in the shadow of the Sacre Coeur Church with models from Amy Linker and Alice Bernard Date: 1926

Feature about The Fashion of These Days, Paris, 1926 - exploring the question of materials, colour, line and detail, their relation to each other

Three Between Seasons models, Paris, 1926 Date: 1926

A sketch of a lady with an umbrella in the summer sun on a beach in a bathing suit, 1926 Date: 1926

Advert for Bobby and Co Ltd, 1926
Advert for Bobby & Co Ltd, 1926 illustrating a dinner gown of black Georgette Date: 1926

Two bathing suits shown on the Lido, Venice, 1926 - top from Jane Rigny and bottom from Phillipe et Gaston Date: 1926

Three gowns from the Parisian couturiers Anna (top) Bernard et Cie (bottom left) and Brandt (bottom right), 1926 Date: 1926

A gown from Yteb entitled Hirondelle, Paris, 1926 Date: 1926

Two gowns from Lucile and Jacquet, Paris, 1926 Date: 1926

Three short and sweet Parisian summer frocks, 1926 Date: 1926

Two gowns from Lucien Lelong and Drecoll, Paris, 1926 Date: 1926

The latest arrivals at Deauville illustrating three motoring outfits, 1926 Date: 1926

Three new Parisian outfits, 1926 from Yteb, Charlotte and Lucile Date: 1926

Sketch by Soulie of three sumptuous fur coats, Paris, 1926 Date: 1926

Advert for Selfridges illustrating fine lingerie, London, 1926 Date: 1926

A trio of original tennis frocks, Paris, 1926 - designed for the Reunions d ete at the Racing Club in the Bois de Boulogne Date: 1926

Three new dress designs illustrating new fabrics, Paris, 1926. Top left from Drecoll and top right and bottom from Alice Bernard Date: 1926

Three examples of the modern jumper dress or suit, 1926 - two from Vladimir and one from Larue in Haover Square, London Date: 1926

A boudoir suit by Jean Patou, Paris, 1926 of black velvet and ruffles of cream georgette for Mlle Cartier Date: 1926

A range of Parisian fashions, 1926 from Elspeth Champcommunal, Bechoff, Suzanne Francois, Lucien Leong, Louise Boulenger, and Bernard et Cie Date: 1926

A smoking dress by Brandt, Paris, 1926 of lame and morocain Date: 1926

Three travelling oufits, Paris, 1926 from Beer, Amy Linker and Martial et Armand Date: 1926

A trio of summer dresses sketched by Soulie ideal for any fashionable plage, Paris, 1926 Date: 1926

A summer scene showing Paris fashions at a piano recital, Paris, 1920s. Sketch by Hemjic. Fashions from Alice Bernard, Max, Blanche Lebouvier and Bernard et Cie Date: 1926

Some ideas for summer beach wear - bathing dresses, wraps and caps, 1926 Date: 1926

Three outfits from Paul Caret designed specifically for unpredicatable weather, Paris, 1926 Date: 1926

A sketch by Gordon Conway of The Black Frock, London 1926 - made of black georgette gleaming with paillettes and adorned with two hyge white chiffon roses on the back of one shoulder Date: 1926

Advert for Celanese underwear, London, 1926 Date: 1926

A frock by Chantal worn by Princess Schakhovskay, Paris, 1926 Date: 1926

A tweed coat from Amy Linker, Paris, 1926 Date: 1926

Sketches of three dress offerings from Paris, 1926
Sketches of three dress offerings from Bernard et Cie, Paris, 1926. Top left a cape, centre a dress of Kasha and top right a dress of crepe de chine Date: 1926

A sketch of three summer frocks by Soulie, 1926 Date: 1926

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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.