Très Parisien, 1925, No. 10, Pl. 10: Créations Jane Regny, - DIPLOMATE 1925

This print, Très Parisien, was made in 1925 by G-P. Joumard. Look at how the artist, maybe with pen and ink, conjured these figures, these women. What were they thinking when they made it? The flat, almost stencil-like application of color gives the whole composition a graphic, bold quality. The choice of colors – a cool green against a warm yellow – creates a striking contrast, making the figures pop out against the background. There is a tension between the lines and shapes that gives the image a lively, dynamic feel. I see the history of fashion illustration and design, but I also wonder about the relationship between clothing, identity, and representation. What do these garments mean to the wearer? What do they signify about the social and cultural context of the time? Artists are always talking to each other across time, riffing off each other's moves, inspiring creativity. The artist embraces ambiguity, leaving room for multiple interpretations.