Très Parisien, 1923, No 5: 3.- FLEURS EMBAUMÉES. - 1. Une robe... 1923

This fashion plate, *Très Parisien, 1923, No 5: 3. Fleurs Embaumées*, is an illustration, probably gouache and ink on paper, made by an anonymous artist. The image presents two women modelling the height of Parisian fashion. The beauty of this piece lies in its dedication to pattern, line and texture, which elevates it beyond a simple fashion plate. Close up you can see the dresses are created with tiny marks, meticulously applied, transforming simple shapes into layered patterns that evoke a strong sense of volume and movement. What I find intriguing is how the artist balances the precision required for such detailed work with a sense of spontaneity, particularly in the rendering of the flowers. This piece reminds me of Sonia Delaunay's fabric and fashion designs. The two artists share a common interest in blurring the boundaries between fine art and design, embracing a playful, experimental approach to colour and form, and inviting us to see the world through a kaleidoscopic lens.