Schiaparelli Collection

Advert / Schiaparelli 1938
Schiaparelli " Shocking" - perfume, powder and lipstick

Schiaparellis two hemispheres of the planet Mars
The two hemispheres of the planet Mars as drawn by the Italian astronomer and historian of science, Giovanni Schiaparelli

Lady Charles Cavendish (Adele Astaire) in Schiaparelli
Lady Charles Cavendish, formerly Miss Adele Astaire (sister and dancing partner of Fred) pictured wearing a coat and skirt in green tweed trimmed with galliac, worn with a blouse of black jersey

Elsa Schiaparelli and daughter Gogo at Monte Carlo
Elsa Schiaparelli (1890 - 1973), Italian fashion designer, pictured on holiday at Monte Carlo in the company of her daughter, Gogo. Date: 1938

Model wearing tight crocheted cotton sweater in green with a tie collar, the cotton endorsed by couturier Mme Schiaparelli Date: 1935

Lady Alexandra Haig at Schiaparelli s
Lady Alexandra Haig in Schiaparellis London salon, viewing the latest models in new frocks. She is wearing a fur turban and muff. Date: 1938

Fashion design by Schiaparelli, London, showing a satin Empire coat over an Etruscan dress of stencilled crepe. 1936

Knitted outfit by Schiaparelli 1930
A beige and brown knitted tricot sweater with demure front buttons and a little basque that emerges from below the belt. 1930

Our Near Neighbour, Mars (litho)
1627911 Our Near Neighbour, Mars (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our Near Neighbour, Mars. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 16 February 1895)

Notebook (ink on paper)
GIA1199670 Notebook (ink on paper) by Schiaparelli, Giovanni (1835-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Giovanni Virginio Schiaparelli (14 March 1835 - 4 July 1910)

Giovanni Virginio Schiaparelli, Italian astronomer, (c1900). Portrait of Schiaparelli (1835-1910) and a lunar landscape with the rising of the sun

Elsa Schiaparelli Pour le Sport advertisment
Advertisment for Elsa Schiaparellis first shop, Pour le Sport, in 4, Rue de la Paix, in Paris. Her first collection consisted of knitwear

Lily d Alvarez wearing her Schiaparelli tennis culottes
Lili d Alvarez, Spanish tennis player, pictured modelling her famous culottes, or divided skirt which divided opinion when she wore them at Wimbledon in 1931

Lili de Alvarez and her divided skirt
Lili de Alvarez, Spanish tennis player, pictured modelling her famous culottes, or divided skirt which divided opinion when she wore them at Wimbledon in 1931

Evening gown and bodice by Elsa Schiaparelli
Illustration of an evening gown and bodice by Elsa Schiaparelli, on a fashion page by Winifred Lewis. The outfit is described as

Hat by Elsa Schiaparelli
Illustration of a wide brimmed straw hat with a bird cage crown designed by Elsa Schiaparelli. Date: 1939

Summer dress by Elsa Schiaparelli
Illustration of a summer dress designed by Elsa Schiaparelli in flame mousseline, with tourquoise, flame and gold metal musical instruments embroidered around a dropped hip line. Date: 1939

Advertisement for a coat by Elsa Schiaparelli
Photograph of a model wearing a white ermine coat designed by Elsa Schiaparelli. The fur is worked horizontally, the coat falls in loose folds from gathered shoulders

Winter sports outfit by Elsa Schiaparelli
Illustration showing a sweater with adjustable high collar, bonnet and high woollen leggings by Elsa Schiaparelli. 1928

Schiaparelli Gown 1950S
Red satin evening gown from Schiaparelli with a full skirt & partially strapless, asymmetric tunic with one shoulder strap. Worn with short gloves. Date: early 1950s

Costume / Seal Gloves 1935
Schiaparelli design: seal fur gloves, cellophane blouse, long light coloured coat with piped seams, velvet hat with aigrette & snood & a handbag with a lock shaped clasp. Date: 1935

Schiaparelli ski oufit, 1929
A ski-ing outfit by Elsa Schiaparelli featuring loosely cut breeches in dark blue toile and a novel fitted jumper, pointed hood-like cap

Ernesto Schiaparelli
ERNESTO SCHIAPARELLI Italian Egyptologist Date: ? - 1928

ELSA SCHIAPARELLI (1890-1973). Italian fashion designer. Photograph, 1952

Jupe Pantalon tennis dress by Schiaparelli, 1930
An exclusive Bystander photograph showing the designer, Elsa Schiparellis practical but stylish jupe-pantalon tennis dress in light white woollen weave with a waist belt of orange coloured tussore

Giovanni Schiaparelli
Astronomer Giovanni Virginio Schiaparelli. Digitally colored woodcut of a 19th-century portrait

Mrs James Beck in a Schiaparelli suit
Mrs James Beck, socialite and daughter of one of the famous Wyndham sisters painted by Sargent, pictured in a black suit made of amusing quilted material by Schiaparelli

Claire Luce in Schiaparelli
Actress Claire Luce (1903-1989), actress and entertainer, photographed in a Schiaparelli evening dress worn in the film, Vintage Wine

Sallie Monkland in Schiaparelli
Sallie Monkland, an American member of high society in London, pictured in the dress she wore for a cocktail party at her Carlos Place house

Hon Mrs Richard Norton wearing a Schiaparelli outfit, 1937
Mrs Richard Norton modelling an enchanting ensemble from Schiaparelli, which consists of a short, fitted jacket of tweed in a dull shade of pink and a dress of brown wool with a sleeveless bodice

Summer outfit by Elsa Schiaparelli
Photograph of a model wearing a coulotte suit styled by Elsa Schiaparelli in plain and checked Viyella. Date: 1939

Summer skirt and jacket by Elsa Schiaparelli
Illustration of a summer skirt and jacket designed by Elsa Schiaparelli, in black crepe, tight to the hips, cunningly folded across the front, a violin ornament at the high throat

Half-length coat by Elsa Schiaparelli
Half-length coat designed by Elsa Schiaparelli. The coat is made in carbon blue embroidered with black soutache. The skirt is blue

Advertisement for Salut de Schiaparelli, a perfume recommended for the evening, as the advert states: For the evening - The essence of all that an exclusive and individual perfume should be

Advertisement for Elsa Schiaparellis Shocking products
Advrtisement for Elsa Schiaparellis Shocking perfume, powder and lipstick Date: 1937

Caricature of Elsa Schiaparelli drawn by Sirra Date: 1935

Flt Lt Tommy Rose, DFC (1895-1968) signs an autograph for Miss Gogo Schiaparelli, the daughter of the famous dress designer, alongside BAIV Double Eagle, G-AEIN, The Perfect Lady

A representation of Mars based on the observations of the Italian astronomer Giovanni Schiaparelli in 1877
MARS: SCHIAPARELLI, 1877. A representation of Mars based on the observations of the Italian astronomer Giovanni Schiaparelli in 1877

BELTRAME, Achille (1871-1945). Schiaparelli in
" BELTRAME, Achille (1871-1945). Schiaparelli in Brera Astronomical Observatory. 1900. Engraving. ITALY. Milan. Civica Raccolta delle Stampe " Achille Bertarelli"

GIOVANNI SCHIAPARELLI (1835-1910). Giovanni Virginio Schiaparelli. Italian astronomer. Line engraving

Schiaparellis map of the planet Mars
A map of the surface of the planet Mars by the Italian astronomer and historian of science, Giovanni Schiaparelli. Date: 1881/2

Giovanni Schiaparelli, Italian astronomer
Giovanni Virginio Schiaparelli (1835-1910), Italian astronomer. Schiaparelli was, from 1862, the Director of the Milan Observatory for forty years

Schiaparelli crater, Mars, artwork
Schiaparelli crater, Mars. Computer artwork of the impact crater (upper centre) named after the Italian astronomer Giovanni Schiaparelli (1835-1910)

Senorita de Alvarez and her divided trousers
The Spanish tennis player, Lili d Alvarez, pictured playing on court at Wimbledon wearing a pair of divided trousers - or culottes - designed by Schiaparelli

Schiaparelli Hats 1938
Two hat designs by the eccentric and inventive Elsa Schiaparelli (Sciaparelli). One has a large pink hat-band, the other a short black veil

Giovanni Schiaparelli
GIOVANNI VIRGINIO SCHIAPARELLI Italian astronomer (aged 30)

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"Schiaparelli: A Fashion Icon and Beyond" Step into the world of Schiaparelli, where fashion meets artistry and innovation. Since its inception in 1938, it has captivated the hearts of fashion enthusiasts worldwide with its avant-garde designs and boundary-pushing creations. In a time when women's fashion was evolving rapidly, Schiaparelli introduced daring concepts that challenged societal norms. One iconic image from this era showcases Lady Charles Cavendish (Adele Astaire) donning a stunning Schiaparelli ensemble, embodying the brand's spirit of audacity. Elsa Schiaparelli herself was not only an exceptional designer but also a mother to her beloved daughter Gogo. Together, they graced Monte Carlo with their elegance and grace, leaving onlookers in awe of their impeccable style. Known for her attention to detail and innovative use of materials, Mme Schiaparelli endorsed crocheted cotton as she showcased a model wearing a tight green sweater with a tie collar in 1935. This endorsement solidified her reputation as a couturier who pushed boundaries while maintaining sophistication. Schiaparelli's influence extended beyond clothing; she even ventured into sports attire. Her Pour le Sport advertisement highlighted her ability to seamlessly blend functionality with high-fashion aesthetics - proving that one can be both stylish and active. From evening gowns adorned with intricate bodices to hats that added flair to any outfit, Elsa Schiaparelli consistently demonstrated her mastery over various aspects of design. Each creation exuded individuality while maintaining an air of timeless elegance. Whether it was summer dresses or winter sports outfits, every piece bearing the name "Schiaparelli" became synonymous with unparalleled craftsmanship and artistic vision. The brand continued to evolve throughout the years without losing sight of its core values - pushing boundaries while embracing femininity.