1956
From the collection of Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
Flamboyant is a 1956 by Marie-Louise Carven, depicting Pleating, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
This sketch shows a woman in a flowing dress with a fitted bodice and a flared skirt. The dress has a deep V-neck and thin straps, with the skirt split into sharp pleats that fan out. The colors are mostly warm browns and oranges, with quick brushstrokes suggesting movement. The word "Flamboyant" is written in the top corner, hinting at the bold style of the dress. The sketch looks like it was done quickly, with loose lines and watercolor washes. If you like this style, check out pleating to see how folds shape fabric.
Marie-Louise Carven (31 August 1909 – 8 June 2015), born Carmen de Tommaso, was a French fashion designer who founded the house of Carven in 1945.
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