A Lucile model in a brilliantly designed, asymmetrical hobble skirt walking ensemble.
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A Lucile model wearing an amazingly embroidered tunic/robe over a simple chiffon dress. I love how Lucile has her posed as a caryatid to reflect the classical influence of the ensemble.
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A tailored walking suit and a dramatically veiled straw hat, Lucile, 1905.
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An absolutely gorgeous visiting gown and bolero jacket designed by Lucile in 1905.
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Some of Lucile’s titles for her gown may have gone slightly overboard on dramatics. This 1905 ensemble is called “The Tender Grace of the Day that is Dead”!
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Lucile was fond of giving her gowns dramatic and descriptive titles. This 1905 evening gown is called “The Elusive Joy of Youth”!
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A design for a dramatic navy blue and black evening gown entitled ‘Oblivion’ by Lucile, 1905.
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Lucile was noted for her layering of sheer fabrics as can be seen in this 1905 evening dress.
The robin egg’s blue color is absolutely gorgeous!
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A 1913 sketch of designs for girls’ fashion by Melanie Vermont.
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A very fashionable suit for a 2 to 4 year old boy, from La Mode Illustrée, March 1913.
