Elsa Collection (#2)

Some of the lads in Charles Gullivers pantomime Dick Whitti
Seen in Vaudeville: (top) some of the lads in Charles Gullivers pantomime Dick Whittington at the Palladium Theatre and (bottom) Elsa Kruger appearing at the London Coliseum, 1924 Date: 1924

Evening gown and bodice by Elsa Schiaparelli
Illustration of an evening gown and bodice by Elsa Schiaparelli, on a fashion page by Winifred Lewis. The outfit is described as

Hat by Elsa Schiaparelli
Illustration of a wide brimmed straw hat with a bird cage crown designed by Elsa Schiaparelli. Date: 1939

Summer dress by Elsa Schiaparelli
Illustration of a summer dress designed by Elsa Schiaparelli in flame mousseline, with tourquoise, flame and gold metal musical instruments embroidered around a dropped hip line. Date: 1939

Advertisement for a coat by Elsa Schiaparelli
Photograph of a model wearing a white ermine coat designed by Elsa Schiaparelli. The fur is worked horizontally, the coat falls in loose folds from gathered shoulders

Winter sports outfit by Elsa Schiaparelli
Illustration showing a sweater with adjustable high collar, bonnet and high woollen leggings by Elsa Schiaparelli. 1928

Elsa Martinelli Italian film actress sitting on a car Date: 1933 -

Schiaparelli ski oufit, 1929
A ski-ing outfit by Elsa Schiaparelli featuring loosely cut breeches in dark blue toile and a novel fitted jumper, pointed hood-like cap

ELSA SCHIAPARELLI (1890-1973). Italian fashion designer. Photograph, 1952

MACARTHUR & HAYES, 1937. American journalist and playwright Charles MacArthur and his wife, actress Helen Hayes, at the Red

BRIDE OF FRANKENSTEIN, 1935. Elsa Lanchester and Colin Clive in The Bride of Frankenstein, 1935

The bar and living area of Elsas Kopje in Meru National Park, Meru, Kenya The bar and living area of Elsas Kopje in Meru National Park, Meru, Kenya

Elsa Marriott, actress, 1938. Cigarette card from Modern Beauties, 4th series, issued by the British-American Tobacco Company

Hon Mrs Richard Norton wearing a Schiaparelli outfit, 1937
Mrs Richard Norton modelling an enchanting ensemble from Schiaparelli, which consists of a short, fitted jacket of tweed in a dull shade of pink and a dress of brown wool with a sleeveless bodice

Elsa Macfarlane in the Midnight Follies cabaret and Clifford
Elsa Macfarlane in the Midnight Follies cabaret at the Hotel Metropole, London and a portrait of Clifford Whitley, producer of the Midnight Follies (1926) Date: 1926

Wedding Lohgengrin and Elsa, daughter of the Duke of Brabant
Lohengrin. Character in German Arthurian literature. Wedding Lohgengrin and Elsa, daughter of the Duke of Brabant. Engraving by A. Closs. Germania, 1882. Colored

Summer outfit by Elsa Schiaparelli
Photograph of a model wearing a coulotte suit styled by Elsa Schiaparelli in plain and checked Viyella. Date: 1939

Summer skirt and jacket by Elsa Schiaparelli
Illustration of a summer skirt and jacket designed by Elsa Schiaparelli, in black crepe, tight to the hips, cunningly folded across the front, a violin ornament at the high throat

Half-length coat by Elsa Schiaparelli
Half-length coat designed by Elsa Schiaparelli. The coat is made in carbon blue embroidered with black soutache. The skirt is blue

Advertisement for Salut de Schiaparelli, a perfume recommended for the evening, as the advert states: For the evening - The essence of all that an exclusive and individual perfume should be

Advertisement for Elsa Schiaparellis Shocking products
Advrtisement for Elsa Schiaparellis Shocking perfume, powder and lipstick Date: 1937

Caricature of Elsa Schiaparelli drawn by Sirra Date: 1935

Elsa Martine Italian film actress Date: 1933 -

Illustration, Clever Elsa -- When she saw the pickaxe just above her head, Clever Elsa burst into tears. Date: 1909

Suffragette Elsa Gye, Will Bullock. Elsa Gye (1881-1943) with her future husband, William Bullock in April 1909. Joined the W.S.P.U in 1906

Suffragette Elsa Gye and Children. Elsa Gye (1881-1943) with two of her sons, Jack and Richard in 1915. Date: 1915

Princess Elsa of Wurtemberg

POSTER: NEVADA, 1902. Theater poster for the comedy Nevada, starring Elsa Ryan, 1902

FREYTAG-LORINGHOVEN, c1925. German artist Baroness Elsa von Freytag-Loringhoven and Jamaican-American poet Claude McKay in costume. Photograph, c1925

ELSA MAXWELL (1883-1963). American columnist, songwriter and professional party-giver. At the world premiere of Warner Brothers production of Irving Berlins This is the Army at the Hollywood Theatre

Miller & Hogarty present Americas daintiest comedy queen, Elsa Ryan in the stirring comedy drama of western life, Nevada by Fred. Darcy. Date c1902

Elsa MacFarlane and Basil Howes and in the Midnight Follies
Elsa MacFarlane and Basil Howes (left as the highwayman) and in the Midnight Follies cabaret show at the Hotel Metropole, London, 1927 - showing the Claude du Vall or A Maid O Mayfair episode

Elsa MacFarlane in the Midnight Follies cabaret show at the Hotel Metropole, London, Spring 1927 - showing the Claude du Vall or A Maid O Mayfair episode. Date: 1927

Charles Laughton as Captain Hook
Charles Laughton playing Captain Hook in Peter Pan at the London Palladium. Elsa Lanchester, his wife, was Peter

Einstein and Wife 1922
ALBERT EINSTEIN German born physicist with his wife Elsa in 1922

Ortrud at the Church
Ortrud denies Elsa entrance to the church

Schiaparelli Hats 1938
Two hat designs by the eccentric and inventive Elsa Schiaparelli (Sciaparelli). One has a large pink hat-band, the other a short black veil

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"Elsa: A Visionary in Fashion and Art" Step into the enchanting world of Elsa, where creativity knows no bounds. From her early days as a young girl named Elsa Dite La Viennoise to becoming one of the most influential fashion designers of her time, Elsa Schiaparelli's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. In Monte Carlo, a captivating photograph captures Elsa Schiaparelli and her daughter Gogo, radiating elegance and grace, and is here that we witness the beginning of a legacy that would forever change the fashion industry. Elsa's imagination knew no limits; she was a true artist at heart. Her creation "A Fantasy" transports us to a realm where dreams come alive through intricate designs and vibrant colors. This masterpiece embodies her unique ability to blend fashion with art seamlessly. Not only did Elsa leave an indelible mark on fashion but also in Hollywood. The iconic duo Charles Laughton and Elsa Lanchester epitomize glamour in their collaboration with Schiaparelli. Their impeccable style showcases how Elsa's creations transcended boundaries between film and fashion. Elsa's innovation extended beyond clothing; she revolutionized sportswear too. Her advertisement for "Elsa Schiaparelli Pour le Sport" captures the spirit of athleticism combined with high-fashion sensibilities - truly ahead of its time. Even amidst whimsical pantomimes like Dick Whitti, some lads proudly donned outfits by none other than Charles Gullivers himself - showcasing his admiration for Elsa's avant-garde designs that pushed conventional boundaries. From evening gowns adorned with exquisite bodices to hats exuding sophistication, every piece designed by Elsa tells its own story – one filled with passion, audacity, and unparalleled craftsmanship. Whether it be summer dresses or winter sports attire, there was never an occasion where an outfit by Elsa wouldn't make heads turn. Her keen eye for detail ensured that each creation was a masterpiece, perfectly tailored to enhance the wearer's individuality.