Aigrette
1960
From the collection of Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
1960
From the collection of Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
Aigrette is a 1960 by Carven, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
This sketch shows a woman in a long, dramatic dress with a big, ruffled skirt. The fabric looks dark and patterned, almost like lace or embroidery. Her hair is pulled up, and she’s wearing a dark top with a high neckline. The drawing is loose and quick, with some green strokes in the background. The name *Aigrette* hints at a feathered hair ornament, which might be what she’s wearing. The sketch feels like a fashion study—simple but full of detail in the dress. Look up aigrette to see what kind of ornament this might be.
