Louisiana State Museum Archive: Paul Poiret Evening Gown, circa 1929, far left. Image property of LSM.I have to admit, as you may know if you have read the blog before, I love Paul Poiret and his designs. Yet, I never really stopped to think about the way the gown evolved in the 20s, especially the mid to late part of the era. Poiret has many such examples, as the dress above:"This gown was worn to the donor's wedding by her mother-in-law...
