1951
From the collection of Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
Dominant colour
'Oiseau des îles' is a 1951 by Marie-Louise Carven, depicting Womenswear, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
This sketch shows a woman in a sleek black dress with a deep V-neck and a flared skirt. The dress has a row of small bows at the hem, and the fabric looks soft and flowing. Her pose is relaxed, with one hand resting on her head and the other on her hip. The drawing is loose and quick, with ink lines and light shading to suggest fabric and movement. The name "Oiseau des îles" is written in the corner, which might hint at the dress’s inspiration. Next, check out Marie-Louise Carven to see more of her fashion sketches.
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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