Lelong Collection

Mme. Lucien Lelong wearing a Lelong design
Madame Lucien Lelong, formerly Princess Nathalie Paley, and wife of the dress designer, pictured modelling one of her husbands designs

WW1 poster, 3e Emprunt de la Defense Nationale (Third National Defence War Loan), French Republic. Date: 1918

Advert for the Paris couturier Lucien Lelong for his fashion collection at the Cafe de Paris, London, 1925 Date: 1925

Three Spring Parisian frocks for the Riviera, 1925. On left is a dress of blue and white foulard from Lucien Lelong, centre is a dress of blue and white crepe de Chine

A spring dress from Lucien Lelong, Paris, 1925. An important feature is the tunic skirt made of black crepe de chine Date: 1925

Two outfits from Lucien Lelong, Paris, 1925 - one a coat trimmed with fox, the other a dance frock of crepe de chine trimmed with bands of silver, gold and ruby Date: 1925

Two gowns from Lucien Lelong and Drecoll, Paris, 1926 Date: 1926

A series of summer outfits from Paris, 1926. Top left from Chernit, top right from Georgette, botton left from Amy Linker, bottom centre from Lucien Lelong and bottom right from Georgette Date: 1926

A portrait of the American dancer Claire Luce, 1929 wearing a Lucien Lelong tiered black georgette crepe dance frock Date: 1929

Serge Lifar at the Venice Lido
Serge Lifar of the Russian Ballet, burnished by the sun, adopts a balletic pose on the beach at the Venice Lido at the feet of beauty, as represented by Madame Simon Rolo

Lucien Lelong evening dresses
Two evening dresses in contrasting styles from Lucien Lelong. Fro the young woman on the left, a white tulle gathered on the hips and stiffly outstanding fullness of deep tucks

Society basking on the Lido sands
Well-known personalities of Venetian society sunbathing at the Venice Lido. The Hon. Mrs Evelyn Fitzgerald, Prince Jean de Faucigny-Lucigne, Count Giovanni Sangro de Buccino

Oliver Messel, Mme Lelong and Serge Lifar at Venice Lido
Theatre designer and interior decorator Oliver Messel, Mme Lucien Lelong (Princess Natalie Paley) and the Ballets Russes star

French postwar poster, finance for reconstruction
French postwar poster, design by Rene Lelong, Credit National, finance for reconstruction after the First World War. circa 1920

Une fete militaire de charite: le carrousel du Grand-Palais, 1910. Found in the collection of Musee Carnavalet, Paris

LUCIEN LELONG GOWN 1930S
A model by Lucien Lelong. The new narrow line is emphasised in this black satin gown with horse hair lace descending from the hips to the long trained skirt. Date: 1930s

The Eton Crop
" The Eton Crop - beloved of the moderns, detested by the old." Worn here by a Lucien Lelong mannequin. 1927

Dresses by Lucien Lelong haute couture, depicting elegant people on a casino terrace at Monte Carlo. 1929

Preparing for the ball by Rene Lelong
A fashionable pair prepare for a fancy dress ball, by dressing up in 18th century attire, complete with powder, flounces, perriwigs and patches

Cocktail Gown 1930S
Gown by Lucien Lelong in black & red jersey with a heavily textured (possibly knitted) jacket with contrasting revers & cuffs. Worn with a belt & chinese style cap. Date: 1930s

Evening dress 1931
Gowns by Lucien Lelong include one with a low-cut back, bustle & train and a gown with a black skirt, pink bodice & a diamond shaped panel & bow at the waist. 1931

Frocks for the seaside, 1927
Frocks for the seaside from Parisian salons - Down to the Sea Again, afternoon walks on the promenade - from Alice Bernard, Lucien Lelong and Worth 1927

The Mode through the social mirror - Paris Fashions, 1927 from Nicole Groult, Irfe, Lucien Lelong, Molyneaux, Drecoll and Philippe et Gaston Date: 1927

Paris Fashions at the Grand Couturiers, 1927
Advance autumn 1927 models on show in Paris from Patou, Bernard et Cie, Amy Linker, Ballard et Cie, Worth, Lucien Lelong and others Date: 1927

Fashions at the Pre-Catalan, Paris, 1927
Eve in Paris - Fashions at the Pre-Catalan with models from Alice Bernard, Drecoll, Martial et Armand and Lucien Lelong Date: 1927

Spring Golfing Fashions, 1927
Spring and Soulie meet on the Fairway - Golfing Fashions from Lucien Lelong, Jane Regny and Jean Patou Date: 1927

Paris Fashions Spring 1925 from Lucien Lelong, Chantal, Jena Magnin, Brandt and Beer 1925

The versatility of Summer fashions, 1927 showing coats and wraps from Paris and frocks for morning, noon and night from Lucien Lelong, Lucile, Jeanne Lanvin, Bishop, Drecoll

Eve in Paris Part two - Fashions on Display (1927) from Lucien Lelong, Lenieff and Alice Bernard Date: 1927

Lelong coat, 1929
A simple coat of marron velours by Lucien Lelong, with a low placed frill along the hem and a deep collar and cuffs trimmed with a lighter shade of fox fur

Mrs Vyvyan Drury by Madame Yevonde. Seen here modelling a garden party dress by Lelong in white marquisette, with a tight-fitting bodice, and a wide-brimmed straw hat from Albert and Johnson

Three outfits by Lucien Lelong and Philippe et Gaston
Three fashionable ladies in the latest outfits. On the left, a brown cape with pink border design, fur collar and leather details, by Lucien Lelong

Two ladies in outfits by Lucien Lelong and Jean Patou
Two fashionable ladies in summer outfits, watching a cycle race. On the left, a long sleeved white and navy blue crepe de chine patterned 3/4 length dress, with white collar and cuffs

Young lady in black and white dress by Lucien Lelong
Young lady wearing a 3/4 length white dress in crepe de chine with large black floral design and black cape, by Lucien Lelong. Racehorses and jockeys can be seen between the trees in the background

Fashions for the South of France
A group of fashionably attired women on the deck of a yacht. The outfit on the left is by Jean Patou, the others by Lucien Lelong

Lucien Lelong / Dresses
Two elegant evening dresses designed by Lucien Lelong. Left is white satin with maroon tulle sleeves. Right is in Moroccan blue with gathering at the hips

Lelong Fashions 1932
Fashions by Lelong: a dark red morning dress; coat and dress of brown and beige crepe and an informal dinner frock of sea blue lace which wouldn t look out of place in the ballroom

Beachwear 1939
Lucien Lelong beachwear: printed linen frock with a red sash & bolero jacket. The skirt is abbreviated & socks are worn with strappy wedge heel sandals

Costume by Lelong 1930
Lucien Lelong grey-blue coat with geometric panels, flaring hem & deep cuffs & collar trimmed with astrakan fur. A small skull fitting cap covers the hair

Fashionable Ladies 1924
Stylish ladies at a motoring show wearing dresses by Doucet, Lucien Lelong, Jean Patou, Worth and Molyneux. Motor car show

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"From War Bonds to Couture: Lucien Lelong's Fashion Legacy Unveiled" Step back in time to the year 1918, amidst the chaos of World War I, where a striking poster promoting the "3e Emprunt de la Defense Nationale" catches one's eye. This powerful image represents the resilience and unity of the French Republic during those challenging times. Fast forward to 1925, when fashion took center stage with the introduction of "The Eton Crop, " a daring and revolutionary hairstyle that symbolized women's newfound freedom. It was also during this period that Paris couturier Lucien Lelong made his mark on the fashion world with an enticing advert showcasing three exquisite spring frocks designed for Riviera-bound ladies. Captivating everyone's attention in 1926 were two stunning gowns from Lucien Lelong and Drecoll, both hailing from Paris. These creations epitomized elegance and sophistication, setting trends that would be emulated for years to come. As summer approached in 1926, a series of enchanting outfits emerged from Parisian ateliers. These vibrant ensembles perfectly captured the spirit of sunny days and carefree moments by combining style with comfort. In 1929, American dancer Claire Luce became an icon as she posed gracefully for a portrait wearing one of Lucien Lelong's mesmerizing designs. Her beauty radiated through every stitch, exemplifying how fashion can elevate individuality and self-expression. Mme. Lucien Lelong herself became a living embodiment of her husband's artistic vision as she proudly donned his creations. With each appearance, she showcased not only her impeccable taste but also her unwavering support for his work. Meanwhile, Serge Lifar enchanted audiences at Venice Lido with his magnetic presence while adorned in breathtaking evening dresses crafted by none other than Lucien Lelong himself. The synergy between dance and fashion was undeniable, creating a visual spectacle that left onlookers in awe.