Jeanne Paquin (1869–1936) was a leading French fashion designer, known for her resolutely modern and innovative designs. She was the first major female couturier and one of the pioneers of the modern fashion business.
1903. Chincilla fur stole and muff by Paquin.
1906. 'Five Hours at Paquin' by Henri Gervex
1907. 'La Rue de la Paix' by Jean Béraud. Paquin's salon is on the far right.
Caricature of Jeanne Paquin by Sem, 1910
The House of Worth was a French fashion house that specialized in haute couture, ready-to-wear clothes, and perfumes. It was founded in 1858 by English designer Charles Frederick Worth. It continued to operate under his descendants until 1952 and closed in 1956. The House of Worth fashion brand was revived in 1999.
House of Worth at 7 Rue de la Paix, Paris in 1894
Evening dress designed by Charles Frederick Worth, 1862-1865
Portrait of Empress Elisabeth of Austria wearing a courtly gala dress designed by Charles Frederick Worth, 1865
Afternoon dress designed by Charles Frederick Worth, ca. 1875