Sophistication Collection

Tatler winter fashions, by Gordon Conway
Fashion illustration by Gordon Conway of a soft woollen suit worn with green kasha scarf and gloves. The second outfit, a red coat made of soft suede, worn with a matching scarf and waistcoat

Mother of the Bride fashion by drawn by Barbara Hulanicki
A dress and coat in delicate emerald wild silk as a suggested wedding ensemble for a mother of the bride, with a low, swathed neckline and bow at the waist of the dress and dramatic full coat

Spun Sugar No. 1
Courtney Crane

Spun Sugar No. 2
Courtney Crane

French fashion plate of a cloak from Art Gout Beaute 1912 French fashion plate of a cloak made from moleskin from Art Gout Beaute 1912

Fashion plate from Art - Gout - Beaute circa 1920 Fashion plate from Art - Gout - Beaute circa 1920

Schweppes Advertisement Vintage
Sophisticated Woman Smoking Cigarette in Schweppes Advertisement, 1920. (Photo by: Universal History Archive/UIG)

Viscountess Bridport, formerly Pamela Baker before her marriage to Rowland Hood, 3rd Viscount Bridport in 1934. Date: 1939

Summer Life on the yacht, fashion plate from Femina magazine, May 1927 (colour litho)
CHT316946 Summer Life on the yacht, fashion plate from Femina magazine, May 1927 (colour litho) by Benigni, Leon (1892-1948); Private Collection; (add.info)

Le Grand Decolletage, engraving by H. Reidel, 1921 (pochoir print)
1123815 Le Grand Decolletage, engraving by H. Reidel, 1921 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

The Miramar at Cannes, fashion plate from Femina magazine, December 1928 (colour litho)
CHT178779 The Miramar at Cannes, fashion plate from Femina magazine, December 1928 (colour litho) by Benigni, Leon (1892-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: a Cannes, comme a Biarritz)

Day and Night, plate 47 from La Gazette du Bon Ton depicting day and evening dresses, 1924-25 (colour litho)
CHT178751 Day and Night, plate 47 from La Gazette du Bon Ton depicting day and evening dresses, 1924-25 (colour litho) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Under the Eyes of New York Skyscrapers, fashion plate form Femina magazine, December 1928 (colour litho)
CHT178745 Under the Eyes of New York Skyscrapers, fashion plate form Femina magazine, December 1928 (colour litho) by Benigni, Leon (1892-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: A New-York)

Eventails, engraved by H. Reidel, 1924 (pochoir print)
1123807 Eventails, engraved by H. Reidel, 1924 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Outdoor Evening Dress, fashion plate from Art Gout Beaute magazine, February 1926 (colour litho)
CHT178756 Outdoor Evening Dress, fashion plate from Art Gout Beaute magazine, February 1926 (colour litho) by Benigni, Leon (1892-1948); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Still life with a bird and lobster (fresco)
LRI3268004 Still life with a bird and lobster (fresco) by Roman, (1st century AD); Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples, Campania, Italy; Luisa Ricciarini; out of copyright

Salem Gold Cigarette Ad (colour litho)
747069 Salem Gold Cigarette Ad (colour litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; Photo eBarbara Singer; German, out of copyright

Afternoon dresses for tea, fashion plate from Art Gout Beaute magazine
REV346069 Afternoon dresses for tea, fashion plate from Art Gout Beaute magazine, 1924 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Couple Embracing Under a Japanese-Style Parasol, 1917 (screen print)
3034697 Couple Embracing Under a Japanese-Style Parasol, 1917 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); (add.info.: Vintage illustration of a handsome man with his arm around his girlfriend)

Where Did I Put the Tickets?, 1906 (oil on canvas)
5165299 Where Did I Put the Tickets?, 1906 (oil on canvas) by Wenzell, Albert Beck (1864-1917); 100.3x80 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright

Life in London, Mary Ann from the country transformed into Marion in town (colour litho)
3656254 Life in London, Mary Ann from the country transformed into Marion in town (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Life in London)

Ballgefluster, 1911 (pochoir print)
1123813 Ballgefluster, 1911 (pochoir print) by Rauth, Leo (1884-1913); Private Collection; (add.info.: Whispers at a Ball); The Stapleton Collection; German, out of copyright

Dashing Young Man Embracing His Lover, 1916 (screen print)
3034694 Dashing Young Man Embracing His Lover, 1916 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); (add.info.: Vintage illustration of a dashing young man leaning over to embrace his fashionable)

Dress designed by Madeleine Vionnet (1876-1975) (b / w photo)
CHT163800 Dress designed by Madeleine Vionnet (1876-1975) (b/w photo) by Reutlinger Studio (1850-1937); Musee de la Mode et du Costume, Paris

GRINDSTONE HANDBILL
Handbill offering grindstones, mounted or unmounted in varying degrees of sophistication. Date: circa 1870

Isola Bella, evening dresses designed by Redfern, 1914. Artist: Georges Barbier
Isola Bella, evening dresses designed by Redfern, 1914. Plate 57 from Gazette du Bon Ton, June 1914. Pochoir print

Katharine Hepburn (1907-2003), American actress, c1930s

Advert for Pourpre d Orient (Crimson of the Orient), perfume by Roger and Gallet, 1930. A print from The Sphere, 24th November 1930

Costume Moderne, 1910. Artist: Leon Bakst
Costume Moderne, 1910. Published in L Art Decoratif de Leon Bakst. (Paris, 1913). From a private collection

Germaine Leconte, Paris, February 1942

Family Clothes Clothing Advertisement
Couple With Child Portrait, Italian Clothing Advertisement, 1925. (Photo by: Universal History Archive/UIG)

India. British colonial era. Banquet at the palace of Rais in Mynere. Engraving by Hildibrand. Colored. The Illustrated World, 1882

Young woman putting on stockings in studio (B&W)

Advert for State Express Cigarettes 1912
An Inspiration - an advertisement for State Express Cigarettes, showing a very smart dapper young gent wooing his beloved

Pink Lady coaster
Drinks coaster for Pink Lady featuring an elegant gloved hand holding a glass of the sparkling beverage. Date: c.1960

Paris, France - Les Grands boulevards. Date: 1853

Portrait of Princess of Baden, 1856 (oil on canvas)
BAL265744 Portrait of Princess of Baden, 1856 (oil on canvas) by Winterhalter, Franz Xaver (1805-73); 126.5x94 cm; Pushkin Museum, Moscow

Front of La Scala Theatre, 1852 (oil on canvas)
XJL186960 Front of La Scala Theatre, 1852 (oil on canvas) by Inganni, Angelo (1807-80); Civica Raccolta Stampe Bertarelli, Milan

Woman in overcoat posing in studio (B&W), portrait

Woman wearing evening dress, holding cigarette, portrait

Woman wearing fancy hat (B&W), portrait

Glamourus woman sitting on sofa, holding cigarette (B&W)

Woman in evening gown reclining on chaise longue (B&W), portrait

People in eveningwear at table (B&W)

Elegant woman writing at desk (B&W)

Woman holding dress, portrait

Playing card reverse - advertising for Craven A cigarettes, featuring a stylish woman in 1920s costume with red cloche hat and fur-trimmed overcoat. Date: circa 1920s

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"Sophistication: A Timeless Elegance Unveiled" Step into the world of refined taste and opulence as Tatler winter fashions, by Gordon Conway, grace the pages. Each ensemble exudes sophistication, with intricate details and luxurious fabrics that epitomize timeless style. Barbara Hulanicki's exquisite drawings capture the essence of Mother of the Bride fashion, showcasing a perfect blend of elegance and modernity. These designs are a testament to how they are transcend generations. Viscountess Bridport radiates an air of regality in her attire, reminiscent of India's British colonial era. As she attends a grand banquet at the palace of Rais i, her graceful presence commands attention while paying homage to cultural heritage. Transporting us back to 1927 is Femina magazine's vibrant fashion plate depicting summer life on a yacht. The colors dance off the page as we witness sophisticated individuals embracing leisurely pursuits amidst breathtaking scenery. Le Grand Decolletage engraving by H. Reidel showcases an alluring neckline that embodies sensuality within sophistication. This pochoir print captures the delicate balance between revealing just enough while maintaining an air of mystery. The Miramar at Cannes takes center stage in Femina magazine's December 1928 fashion plate. With its picturesque backdrop and elegant ensembles, it exemplifies sophistication synonymous with glamorous destinations during this golden age. La Gazette du Bon Ton presents day and evening dresses from 1924-25 in stunning color lithographs on plate 47. Each garment tells a story through its design choices - from flowing silhouettes for daytime affairs to dazzling embellishments for evenings filled with enchantment. Underneath New York Skyscrapers' watchful gaze lies another captivating fashion plate from Femina magazine (December 1928). Amidst towering structures, sophisticated individuals showcase their impeccable style against this urban backdrop – proving that elegance thrives even in the heart of a bustling city.