Toujours Chic Les Robes, Hiver 1921-1922: Seulette 1921 - 1922

G-P. Joumard made this print called 'Seulette' in 1921-1922, it's a fashion plate done on paper. Look at how Joumard uses thin washes of mauve and violet to describe the dress. The strokes are economical, yet they imply texture and movement, almost like a dance across the paper. The fuzzy white trim around the collar and hem adds a touch of glamour, with a contrast that’s pure theater. See how the dress flows from the shoulders to the hem in one continuous line? It's like a soft, sweeping brushstroke, both elegant and effortless. Then, notice how the thin line of the pen defines and contains those larger painted shapes. It reminds me of Matisse in a way, the way he mixed flat blocks of color with bold, confident lines. What's interesting is that Joumard's approach is less about perfection and more about capturing the essence of the dress. It's this blend of intention and chance, control and looseness, that makes the print so appealing. It makes you wonder about all the other artists designing in that moment.