Le Miroir des Modes No. 5, mei 1928 1928

This cover of ‘Le Miroir des Modes’ from May 1928, by The Butterick Publishing Co., is a dreamy image made with soft blues, creams, and reds. I can imagine how it came together, each color block carefully considered and layered to create this stylish lady. I empathize with the artist, thinking about the choices they made: the placement of each dot on her scarf and dress, the subtle shading under the brim of her hat. The paint looks thin, almost like watercolor, which gives the image a light, airy feel. The sharp lines that define her features and clothing suggest a confidence and precision in execution, but there's also a sense of playfulness in the polka dots and the overall design. This image reminds me of other fashion illustrations from the era, like those by Erté, but with a softer, more approachable feel. It's part of an ongoing conversation about beauty, style, and representation in art. Ultimately, it embraces a certain ambiguity, inviting us to interpret its meaning and appreciate its timeless elegance in our own way.