George Lepape (1887 - 1971) is best known for his exquisite illustrations for revolutionary fashion designer Paul Poiret. However, he also created divine illustrations for fashion houses such as Worth, Lanvin, Paquin, Doucet and Beer . In addition to his fashion commissions, he drew the very first Vogue cover and his illustrations for Harper's Bazaar, Gazette du Bon Ton and Vanity Fair are still loved and admired today.
This first image of his from a Vogue cover in the 20s is perhaps my all time favourite!
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I'm a fan of his work too Sam but had never seen these illustrations that you've posted! They're amazing... I'd love to see one of these 1920's Vogue magazines in person one day.
Posted by: Gabbi | January 06, 2012 at 07:13 AM
These are so rad! I love that first image too. I wish Vogue did covers like those these days!
Posted by: Wild Tea Party | January 06, 2012 at 09:42 AM
Gabbi - they are rad, aren't they? Today's covers are pretty tame in comparison!
Ellen - I'm with you! If only Vogie covers were as lovely today!
Posted by: Sam | January 06, 2012 at 09:58 AM
Beautiful!
I simply adore the work of Georges Lepape!
Posted by: Teresa | January 06, 2012 at 12:52 PM
Oh my gosh, these are so magical!
Posted by: Syed | January 07, 2012 at 02:25 AM