Tag Archives: Lucile

Research Resource: GALLICA

Posted on May 27, 2014 by

Gallica is an invaluable online resource with an abundance of digitized French media, including fashion magazines such as Femina and Les Modes. Most material is keyword searchable, making it incredibly easy to locate information on your favorite designer or fashion … Continue reading →

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June Treasure of the Month- Lucile on Film

Posted on June 26, 2012 by

The site Glamour Daze is a wonderful source of primary materials, including rare films of fashion, makeup and hair guides. This month’s treasure is included in their feature “Evolution of women’s Dress 1914-1929.” The first section, 1914, shows clothes by British designer … Continue reading →

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August Treasure of the Month

Posted on August 13, 2011 by

Lucile Ltd. wedding dress sketches Lucile was the professional name of Lady Duff Gordon (1863-1935), one of the first British fashion designers to attain an international reputation.  Rising to fame near the turn of the 20th century she opened branches … Continue reading →

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