Fashion &... Vionnet

“If a woman smiles, her dress must also smile.” - Madeleine Vionnet
Madeleine Vionnet is regarded by Fashion Historians as one of Europe's greatest couturiers, famous for pioneering the revolutionary 'bias-cut' and changing the shape of women's fashion, however, today she is widely unknown.
Referred to as an "architect among dressmakers", Vionnet's chic, free-flowing garments flattered the curves and forms of the female body, encouraging women to abandon their cumbersome corsets.
Vionnet’s dresses had structures that had never been seen before. From their cut and type and uses of fabric, to their decorations and stitching techniques, each had a unique individuality.
Due to her reserved nature, she may not have obtained the same attention as some of her contemporaries, but this can never discredit both the importance and relevance of Madeleine Vionnet’s work.
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[@joniboi1000]

Great episode. Madeleine Vionnet surely deserves being rediscovered.

[@Fashionand]

Indeed she was rather brilliant! Glad you enjoyed 🧡

[@Awkwardly-Weird]

Learned about her in my fashion class and feel in love with her work. Her technique with the bias cut is simply amazing.

[@Fashionand]

Amazing indeed! Glad you enjoyed 💙

[@zcm4242]

What a breath taking amount of information superbly bestowed. Bravo!

[@Fashionand]

Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed. 💙

[@scorpioninblue]

She is without a doubt the greatest! I saw an 80 year old black satin dress of hers that would be absolutely perfect today!! Now that is designing!

[@Fashionand]

She was indeed a genius! A women who designed for women and understood their bodies. Glad you enjoyed! ❤️

[@ladykokob9149]

Vionnet's work was timeless..... you could wear them right now today! Such a shame she is not well known like Chanel - she should be !

[@Fashionand]

Yes she should! But she was not a dame monster - she was a purist who let her designs do the talking 👗

[@CutGEBRINE]

Scott, i can't thank you enough for making these videos!!

[@Fashionand]

Thank you so much ❤️

[@roboccetti]

I'm a fashion design student and this is exactly what I needed. thank you so much for this series, it has brought me a lot of knowledge and inspiration!

[@Fashionand]

I’m so glad I made fashion history accessible and exciting to you! I hope that means I’m doing my job properly! Please subscribe and check out my other videos! 😊

[@moodyblue1953]

OMG this is my favorite designer now, fabulous! You know you could take any one of the dresses after 1920 and wear it today and the 1930s are to die for, they put the current gowns you see on celebs to shame! Thank you for this episode Scott, I was awed, entertained and educated, can’t ask for more. Who will it be next?, love the suspense. Stay safe and stay happy.👏👏👍👍🌹

[@Fashionand]

Thanks Jean, and I agree! Vionnet’s designs are timeless! I do normally set out a rough plan for episodes but things sometimes change! Lol! As soon as I know who/what’s next I’ll post on Instagram! As always I’m glad you enjoyed and learned something. Have a great weekend and chat soon! 😊

[@fashionthegreat7490]

"We should not dress with a pencil but start using the fabric." I feel like many clothes today are actually ill fitted and unflattering because they look good only on paper. Again, I love how those pearls look on you. 😍

[@Fashionand]

I love my pearls! Thank you and I’m glad you enjoyed!

[@elainebradleyceramist]

What a gem. Thank you.

[@Fashionand]

So glad you enjoyed! ❤️

[@user-lt1dz4op6u]

great video, thanks!

[@Jerel_con_jota]

This channel is the answer to everything about fashion history😍

[@Fashionand]

Thank you so much, I’m glad you are enjoying! I’ll have a new video out soon after a long break… watch this space

[@quester09]

Vionnet was like Tesla, and Poiret was like Westinghouse.

[@theyarngoeson]

This is another brilliant episode - I appreciate all work that must go into the information you share!

[@Fashionand]

Thank you so much! It takes a lot of research to produce each episode. I’m so glad you liked the video 😊

[@rivani5666]

Bravissimo Scott.

[@Fashionand]

Than not so much! Glad you enjoyed ❤️

[@margaretwalker8219]

Hi Scott, I have before me a fabulous article about Madeleine Vionnet and the techniques she used. written by Betty Kirke. It appeared in 'Threads' Feb/Mar 1989. Betty met her in 1974 or 75.

[@Fashionand]

Yes, I have Betty Kirke’s book on Vionnet which is fantastic and the go to book for Vionnet. I hope you enjoyed the episode

[@margaretwalker8219]

@@Fashionand Yes, it was great, thanks!

[@onetwothree7627]

I love Madeleine Vionnet!!! This is an excellent video and deserves wayyyy more views. Great job!

[@Fashionand]

Thank you so much! If you can help me get more views then great! I’m glad you enjoyed - spread the word!

[@MsShanin]

Thank you for another delightful episode. I LOVE your videos!

[@Fashionand]

Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed!

[@tseamus8288]

Binge watching your videos. Love it!! I love Vionnet i hope her brand can rise up again.

[@Fashionand]

I hope so too!

[@margyrowland]

Liking the hair, jewellery, scarf 💖

[@Fashionand]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the video

[@stevegunn42]

Hi Scott, I know nothing about fashion but you look and sound amazing, your knowledge is second to none, keep up the good work 👍🍻

[@Fashionand]

Thanks! A lot of research goes into each episode so I’m glad you enjoyed and learnt something new! 😊

[@antoniomartinho3509]

Amazing work, full of great value. Congrats!

[@Fashionand]

Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed!

[@croitoriafaraformule]

Vionnet is one of my favourite artists. Can you tell me what book did you extract the brown patterns from? I would be interested in it. Great video, I really apreciate it.

[@Fashionand]

Betty Kirke’s tome on Vionnet is the absolute best! It’s in its third edition now and breaks down all her patterns etc. Amazing!

[@eleneorjonikidze8366]

Great content, this is the 1st video i've watched and subscribed your channel instantly, thank you ⭐👌

[@Fashionand]

Amazing - so glad you enjoyed! Thank you for subscribing and please watch my other videos!

[@alexyarally]

I think its unfortunate Vionnet couldn't be revived i feel there's an opportunity for it to be picked up by an architect designer like Iris Van herpen, I think some of the geometry could be translated into beautiful bags, perfumes, accessories.

[@george40nelson4]

To create like Vionnet or Balenciaga takes supreme artistry and incredible discipline of execution ...something rare today and very difficult to pull off successfully .

[@Viviano_Magami]

It sad to see her label got revived 3 times but still fails.. but unlike other revived brand like balenciaga and other, modern designer didnt bring the house down with their dumb design..

[@jorgkukla8097]

Well, by facts, this is a fine documentary, very fine. But sorry writing this, the pronouncation of French terms is really horrible. As a fact: good work.