#lucile

1 • Unknown (1905) 2 • Cauët (1914) 3 • Lucile (1923) 4 • Bruyère (1939) 5 • Germaine Lecomte (1947) 6 • Maggy Rouff (1954)

This dress was made for Esme Giffard, the daughter of Lucile (Lady Duff Gordon). She commissioned it for the coronation of George V in 1911, and it was remade for a later event. It is typical of the types of dresses which were produced at Lucile's salons during this period.

I know I have quite a bit to discuss about my hiatus, potential schedule and those sorts of things. But for now I hope you enjoy this.

Fashion designer Lady Lucy Duff-Gordon, who worked under the professional name Lucile, was born on this day [Jun 13] in 1863. She designed this "Happiness" silk taffeta and tulle dress with lace, appliqué, ribbons, and silk flowers in Autumn 1916. Kyoto Costume Institute.

Victoria and Albert Museum

Tunic dress by Lucile, 1919. Whitaker Auctions

This week's Twenties Tuesday garment is this c. 1923-26 ensemble, designed by Decio Rossi for Lucile. The brown and orange silk velvet robe, worn over a silk underdress, is an example of the type of deshabille popular for entertaining at home. V&A collection.