Très Parisien, 1923, No 5: 11.- NEPTUNE... 1923

J. Dory’s pochoir print, “Très Parisien, 1923, No 5: 11.- NEPTUNE…,” now at the Rijksmuseum, elegantly captures the sartorial spirit of post-World War I Paris. This was a period defined by profound social change and a rejection of pre-war norms. Here, we see fashion’s embrace of modernity as women sought liberation from restrictive clothing. The flapper-style dresses, with their straight silhouettes and relaxed fit, mirror the era's broader challenge to traditional gender roles. The print also reflects the rise of consumer culture. Fashion magazines like "Très Parisien" fueled desires and dictated trends. The details, from the dresses' embellishments to the models’ hairstyles, suggest the intricate relationship between fashion, identity, and class. Consider how the print captures a pivotal moment when women used fashion to express newfound independence. Through Dory's lens, we see the stylish, self-assured women who were not just wearing clothes but also actively reshaping their place in society.