Elspeth Collection

Elspeth Phelps advertisement, 1920
Lady Elcho, formerly Lady Violet Manners (born 1888), wife of Hugo Francis Charteris, Lord Elcho and heir to the Earl of Weymss. She was sister to Lady Diana Manners

Elspeth Phelps advertisement, 1920
Advertisement for Elspeth Phelps fashion house, one of a series of highly stylised and witty adverts designed by Lady Eileen Orde (daughter of the 4th Duke of Wellington)

Elspeth Phelps advertisement, 1920
Advertisement for Elspeth Phelps fashion house, one of a series of highly stylised and witty adverts designed by Lady Eileen Orde (daughter of the 4th Duke of Wellington)

Advertisement for Elspeth Phelps, 1920s fashion
Advertisement for Elspeth Phelps of Albemarle St, London, part of a series depicting tongue in cheek scenes of society ladies (in this case the fictional Miss Coloothorne Coppit)

Advertisement for Elspeth Phelps, 1920s fashion
Advertisement for Elspeth Phelps of Albemarle St, London, part of a series depicting tongue in cheek scenes of society ladies (in this case the fictional Miss Lobelia Lobb)

The Queen of Diamonds - Shirley Kellogg in Elspeth Phelps
Actress Shirley Kellogg pictured wearing an exquisite fringed dress of peau de soie embellished with silver and diamonds, the starring costume in the theatrical show

Pendulum of Fashion showing three London fashion outfits
The Pendulum of Fashion showing three London fashion outfits, December 1923; two gowns by Phelps-Paquin (Elspeth Phelps and Paquin) and a Maison Lewis hat worn by Heather Thatcher Date: 1923

A range of Parisian fashions, 1926 from Elspeth Champcommunal, Bechoff, Suzanne Francois, Lucien Leong, Louise Boulenger, and Bernard et Cie Date: 1926

Women with high-profile war connections, September 1939
Series of women, closely associated with high-ranking men, photographed in uniforms shortly after the outbreak of war, September 1939

W W Reville-Terry Ltd, Elspeth Champcommunal (British fashion designer and first editor of Vogue in Britain), 50 Grosvenor Street, London W1. 1936

Evening dress by Elspeth Phelps
An artistic evening dress in a crinoline style rendered in silver lace embroidered with pale pink ostrich fronds by Elspeth Phelps. Date: 1920

Paula Gellibrand, wife of the 1st Marquis de Casa Maury (1898-1986), socialite, pictured in a very effective head-dress (according to The Tatler), designed for her by Elspeth Phelps. Date: 1920

Court gown by Elspeth Phelps
Lady Eileen Orde, nee Wellesley (1887-1952), daughter of the 4th Duke of Wellington and wife of Captain Cuthbert Julian Orde, WW1 pilot

Lady Loughborough as Weeping Willow - Elspeth Phelps
Sheila Chisholm, Lady Loughborough, later Lady Milbanke, pictured on the front cover of The Sketch wearing her costume for the part of Weeping Willow in the Nymphs of the Forest tableau performed at

Lillah McCarthy in Elspeth Phelps -Nymphs of Forest tableau
Actress Lillah McCarthy pictured in a dress designed by Elspeth Phelps for the Nymphs of the Forest tableau performed at the Petticoat Lane Fair at the Albert Hall in 1917

Lovely gown worns at the Paquin Phelps soiree dansante
A selection of gowns showcased at the Paquin Phelps soiree dansante held in March 1923 to celebrate the amalgamation of the British fashion house of Elspeth Phelps with Paquin of Paris

Mme de Kurylo wearing designs by Elspeth Phelps
The fascinating American dancer Mme de Kurylo, performing at the Ritz in December 1920, pictured in a spread in The Sketch magazine wearing outfits by British designer Elspeth Phelps

Mrs Morrison-Bell as Oak for Nymphs of Forest tableau
Mrs Morrison-Bell pictured wearing a gown designed by Elspeth Phelps for the Nymphs of the Forest tableau featuring a number of society women

Evening dress by Elspeth Phelps
A dress by Elspeth Phelps - two shawls adapted and tied with a jade green ribbon at the waist. Date: 1920

Paquin Phelps advertisement, 1923
Advertisement for Paquin Phelps of Dover Street, London, the result of an amalgamation between British designer Elspeth Phelps and the Paris fashion house Paquin in 1923. Date: 1923

Advertisement for Elspeth Phelps, WW1 fashion
Advertisement for Elspeth Phelps of Albemarle St, London. Phelps was one of the leading purveyors of fine ladys fashions in London during the First World War and 1920s

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"Elspeth Phelps: A Timeless Icon of 1920s Fashion" Step back in time to the roaring twenties and immerse yourself in the enchanting world Phelps. With a series of captivating advertisements that adorned magazines, Elspeth Phelps became synonymous with elegance and style during this iconic era. In one such advertisement from 1920, we catch a glimpse of the fashion revolution that Elspeth Phelps spearheaded. The image showcases three London fashion outfits, each exuding sophistication and glamour. From flapper dresses adorned with intricate beadwork to feathered headpieces that added an air of mystique, Elspeth Phelps was at the forefront of setting trends that would define an entire decade. The Queen of Diamonds herself, Shirley Kellogg, graced another advertisement for Elspeth Phelps. Dressed in a stunning ensemble designed by this illustrious brand, she radiated confidence and allure, and is no wonder why women across the country sought after these exquisite garments - they were not just clothes; they were statements. As we delve deeper into these vintage advertisements from the 1920s, it becomes evident that Elspeth Phelps had mastered the art of capturing femininity through fashion. Their designs effortlessly blended classic silhouettes with modern twists – a pendulum swinging between tradition and innovation. Paula Gellibrand's portrayal as an ambassador for Elspeth Phelps further solidified their status as trendsetters extraordinaire. Her gracefulness embodied everything this brand stood for - timeless beauty combined with contemporary flair. With each passing year, fashions may change like shifting sands; however, there are certain names etched forever in our sartorial memories - one such name being Elspeth Phelps. This legendary brand continues to inspire designers today as they strive to recreate its magic on runways around the world. So let us raise our glasses to celebrate Elspeth Phelps, the epitome of 1920s fashion.