Books we love: Lanvin
If you love exquisite details, you should look no further than the work of Jeanne Lanvin. This beautiful book covers the last one hundred plus years of the design house, from early examples of childrenswear to modern couture.
These are some of my favorite images from the book.
Robe de style in apple green silk taffeta with self-fabric cocotte detail
Ivory satin wedding dress of Marguerite Marie-Blanche in the chemise frock style
Floor length silk dress with kimono-inspired sleeveless jacket with trapunto detail
Black taffeta dress with Chinese-inspired embroidery of silver metallic sequins and chainstitch
Gown in white silk chiffon appliquéd with gold kidskin, inspired by the angels of Fra Angelico
Roseraie with ribbon work and tulle
Jolibois blue silk taffeta Robe de style with chenille embroidery
Coral silk chiffon cording detail
A WWII era suit demonstrating ingenuity with self-fabric details and a herringbone pattern that is stitched into the fabric!
Organdy dress with self-fabric flowers hand tinted in shades of pink
Black organdy dress appliquéd with white inverted triangles
If you’re looking for inspiration for incredible details to add to your garments, I highly recommend browsing through this book. These images give just a small taste of the beauty you’ll find.
Comments
PsychicSewerKathleen
July 14, 2017 #
How delicious! I wandered through these pics with my mouth open – you’re so right! What inspiration!
Cheryl Hillman
July 14, 2017 #
None of those garments would suit my life style, but they are lovely.
Julie TD
July 15, 2017 #
Wow! Those beautiful details are so humbling to a home dressmaker but so inspiring at the same time! I really enjoy your posts thanks.
Anna Sew
July 17, 2017 #
Thanks so much, just love this piece, very inspirational!
Amy
July 17, 2017 #
Wow! The ideas and possibilities are endless! Love these inspirations!