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The fashion designer Isobel
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The fashion designer Isobel
Isobel, a leading British fashion designer of the 1920s and 30s with an shop on Regent Street. She designed all clothes herself and employed only British staff. Her salon was renowned for its elegant interior in black marble and silver with understated monochrome and grey shop window displays. The caption underneath quotes her as stating, " English women should wear English clothes." Date: 1929
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Couturier Designer Designers Isobel Jan17 1929
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This photograph captures the visionary British fashion designer Isobel, a pioneering figure of the 1920s and 30s haute couture scene. With her eponymous shop located on the prestigious Regent Street, Isobel designed all clothes herself, employing only British staff. Her salon was celebrated for its refined interior in black marble and silver, with understated monochrome and grey shop window displays. A staunch advocate for English craftsmanship, Isobel is quoted as saying, "English women should wear English clothes." The image showcases Isobel's impeccable sense of style, as she poses confidently in one of her exquisite creations. The dress, a testament to her innovative design skills, features a sleek silhouette, intricate beading, and a striking color palette that embodies the elegance and sophistication of the era. Isobel's commitment to British manufacturing and design was a breath of fresh air during a time when the fashion industry was increasingly dominated by foreign influences. Her dedication to preserving the craft of couture in the United Kingdom, combined with her unwavering commitment to quality and style, cemented her reputation as a leading fashion designer of her time. This evocative portrait, taken in 1929, offers a glimpse into the world of a woman who defied trends and forged her own path in the fashion industry. As we admire the intricacies of her design and the depth of her conviction, we are reminded of the enduring power of creativity, innovation, and national pride.
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