Très Parisien, 1925, No. 10, Pl. 1: Créations Berthe Hermance - L'ENVOLÉE 1925

This 1925 fashion plate by G-P. Joumard, titled "L'Envolée," captures the spirit of Parisian chic with two models adorned in flapper dresses. Note the emphasis on the vertical lines in the dresses; a visual echo of classical drapery, yet transformed to symbolize modernity and speed. This "envolée," or flight, suggests not just physical movement, but also a departure from tradition. Consider the snake motif that often reappears throughout art history. Think of its presence in ancient mythologies, symbolizing rebirth, and healing but also temptation. Here, the scarf draped around the neck of the left figure could echo this archetype. The essence of "L'Envolée" lies in this tension between tradition and modernity. The dresses capture an emotional state; a collective desire for liberation that influenced the designs of the era and the way the image engages our subconscious. This cycle of cultural memory continues.