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Fashion in World War I: December 1917

Posted on December 2, 2017 by Clare

The December 1917 issue of Les Élégances Parisiennes devoted several pages to a detailed discussion of the latest trends in lingerie, and linked this to the large number of society weddings for which trousseaux were being ordered.  Apparently the shortage of … Continue reading →

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Fashion in World War I: November 1917

Posted on November 10, 2017 by Clare

Tailored ensembles – the one on the right by Jenny – with eighteenth century influences The November 1917 issue of   Les Élégances Parisiennes opened with a strong defence of  the fashion industry in wartime. Fashion, and more especially couture, was … Continue reading →

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Fashion in World War I: May 1917

Posted on April 29, 2017 by Clare

The May 1917 edition of Les Élégances Parisiennes reported on some encouraging signs for the French fashion industries. The textile trade fair in Lyons had been better attended than in its first year, and with over 2,300 stands including 380 … Continue reading →

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