Art - Goût - Beauté, Feuillets de l' élégance féminine, Noël 1928, No. 100, 9e Année, p. 37 1928

This fashion plate appeared in a 1928 issue of “Art - Goût - Beauté”, a journal showcasing the feminine ideal during that time. The journal reflects a society captivated by the image of the modern woman, whose evolving roles challenged traditional expectations. Here we see a glimpse of Parisian elegance. The artist, highlighting the designs of Paul Poiret, captures the essence of early twentieth-century high fashion. Poiret, celebrated as a master of color and line, sought to liberate women from the constraints of the corset, and introduce more fluid silhouettes. The images reflect the aspirations and aesthetic values of the era. The androgynous figure on the right blurs gender lines, embodying a more assertive and independent spirit, while the dress on the left emphasizes feminine allure. These images reveal how fashion served as a site for negotiating identity. The journal allowed women to explore and express their evolving selves. The designs offered a vision of beauty that resonated with the complex desires of the time.