Couture Collection (#9)

Charles Frederick Worth, 1826-1895. English Fashion Designer. From The Strand Magazine Published 1894

Staflex Iron-On Interlining for use in dressmaking. 1950s

Ladies Hats manufactured by Atelier Bachwitz - These fine examples are available through boutiques and specialist outlets in Brussels, Paris, Vienna and New York. Date: 1911

Advert for Worth Court Gowns, London and Paris, 1927 Date: 1927

A gown by Pam of 110 New Bond Street, 1927 Date: 1927

Diana Vreeland wearing a Maria Guy Hat
Diana Vreeland (19031989) wearing a Maria Guy Hat. Vreeland was a noted columnist and editor in the field of fashion, working for Harpers Bazaar and Vogue

Dresses by Lucien Lelong haute couture, depicting elegant people on a casino terrace at Monte Carlo. 1929

Balenciaga and Givenchy fashions, 1961
Illustration depicting ensembles designed by Balenciaga and Givenchy in 1961. From left, (1) wool coat with large black overcheck reversing to black

Madame Gres cape and dress, 1961
A great circular cape in rich marron glace in superfine Persian suede designed by Madame Gres. The cape tops a dress of the same colour

Nina Ricci cape coat 1961
Cape coat in pebble wool in a rich marron glace reversing to stone designed by Jean Crahay at Nina Ricci. The dress underneath is of the same marron colour and is slim-fitting

Variations on a Popular Theme - Scottish fashions, 1927 from Scottish fashion housesshowing ubiquitous and fashionable jumper and cardigan suits from Pettigrew and Stephens of Glasgow

Three Summer gowns from Paris 1927
Contrasting contours in three Parisian frocks from Lenieff, Jane Lanvin and Lucile Date: 1927

A Race Gown by Isobel for Royal Ascot, 1927
A lovely race gown and hat for Royal Ascot by Isobel, London Date: 1927

Spring 1927 Paris Fashions with models from (LtoR Tollman, Amy Linker & Ballard et Cie, Jean Patou, Cheruit, Premet, London Trades, Amy Linker & Ballard et Cie and Alice Bernard Date: 1927

Jeanne Paquin, (18691936) leading French fashion designer, pictured in 1914 at the peak of her powers. The Sphere magazine, which printed this photograph declared that she stood

Balenciaga fashion, 1964
Two sketches showing some of the latest designs by Balenciaga. On the right, in pearl beige crepe are dolman sleeves on a jumper top which dips lower at the back over a soft skirt with flat side

Dress by Roberto Capucci, 1963
A flamingo pink Petillault waffled silk dress by Roberto Capucci with bloused waist, stiffened belt and long sleeves, worn with a bowler, collar and cuffs of ribbed wool. Date: 1963

Tatler front cover, 1963 - Christian Dior dress
Front cover of The Tatler magazine featuring a model posed in a garden wearing a pink and crystal embroidered evening dress called Diorissimo by Christian Dior. Date: 1963

Chanel suit, 1965
A suit in sooty black chenille, the jacket with three high buttons and a wrap across skirt. The blouse is of pintucked white satin with a floppy black satin bow and the jacket cuffs are slit high

Jacques Heim (1899 - 1967), French fashion designer. Born in Paris, Heim took over his parents furrier business in 1923 and began designing womens clothes for the firm until 1930 when he established

Marc Bohan (born 1926), French fashion designer, photographed at the time he was Creative Director at Christian Dior following the departure of Yves St Laurent in 1960

Princess Margaret Outfit
Design for the going away outfit of Princess Margaret following her marriage to Anthony Armstrong Jones in 1960. By Victor Stiebel. Date: 1960

The Milliner. Private Collection

Tired. Artist: Krohg, Christian (1852-1925)
Tired. Found in the collection of National Museum of Art, Oslo

Virgilio Zanini Tailoring, 1900. Artist: Sormani, Gian Luciano (1867-1938)
Virgilio Zanini Tailoring, 1900. From a private collection

Portrait of Frederic Chopin. Artist: Couture, Thomas (1815-1879)
Portrait of Frederic Chopin. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Romans during the Decadence, 1847. Artist: Couture, Thomas (1815-1879)
Romans during the Decadence, 1847. Found in the collection of the Musee d Orsay, Paris

Damocles, 1867. Artist: Couture, Thomas (1815-1879)
Damocles, 1867. Found in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

The young seamstress, c. 1880. Artist: Israels, Jozef (1824-1911)
The young seamstress, c. 1880. Found in the collection of the Gemeentemuseum Den Haag

At the Milliners, 1882. Artist: Degas, Edgar (1834-1917)
At the Milliner s, 1882. Found in the collection of the Thyssen-Bornemisza Collections

Dressmakers, 1890s. Artist: Vuillard, Edouard (1868-1940)
Dressmakers, 1890s. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

After the Masquerade, 1850s. Artist: Thomas Couture
After the Masquerade, 1850s. Found in the collection of the State A Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Little Bather, 1849. Artist: Couture, Thomas (1815-1879)
Little Bather, 1849. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Portrait of Mathilde Bonaparte (1820-1904), Princesse Francaise. Artist: Couture, Thomas (1815-1879)
Portrait of Mathilde Bonaparte (1820-1904), Princesse Francaise. Found in the collection of the Musee national du chateau de Compiegne

A portrait of Paul Poiret, 1927
A portrait of Paul Poiret, the famous couturier, getting ready to appear in La Vagabonde at the Theatre de L Avenue, 1927 Date: 1927

Monsieur Paquin, husband of Jeanne Paquin, fashion designer
Isidore Ren頊 acob, known as M. Paquin, husband of Jeanne Paquin, pioneering fashion designer and couturier. The pair married in 1891 and built their business, the House of Paquin

Stylish Austrian Ladies in highly fashionable attire. Date: 1916

Advert for Selfridges fashion salons, London, 1926 featuring the actress Mimi Crawford appearing in RSVP wearing a race frock from the store. Date: 1926

Advert for Lingerie at Peter Robinson Department store, London, 1926 Date: 1926

Three summer fashion ensembles sketched by Soulie, 1926 - on left Scotch plaid dress and coat, centre navy crepe de chine dress with cape effect and right frock of venetian red

Advert for the London fashion house of Ninette, 1926 Date: 1926

Advert for Bradley Furs, London, 1926 Date: 1926

Three phases of fashion, London, 1926
Three phases of fashion with a jumper suit, evening frock (by Chanel at Harvey Nicols) and a bathing dress (Debenham and Freebody s), London, 1926 Date: 1926

Bridal attire for the bride, bridesmaids and the brides mother, 1926 Date: 1926

Shady hats from Jays for summer days in London, 1926
Shady hats for summer days in London, 1926 from Jays, 34 Southwark Bridge Road Date: 1926

Advert for the fashion house of Jane March, London, 1926
Advert for the fashion house of Jane March, 26 Dover Street, London, 1926 Date: 1926

Advert for the fashion house of Bernard et Cie, Paris, 1926
Advert for the fashion house of Bernard et Cie, 35 Avenue de l Opera, Paris, 1926 Date: 1926

Advert for Selfridges for corsets, London, 1926
Advert for Selfridges for corsets to achieve the line of the moment, London, 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.