Fashion Illustration is the communication of fashion that originates with illustration, drawing and painting. It is usually commissioned for reproduction in fashion magazines as one part of an editorial feature or for the purpose of advertising and promoting fashion makers, fashion boutiques and department stores.
Fashion Illustration has been around for nearly 500 years. Ever since clothes have been in existence and there was a need to translate an idea or image into a garment there has been a need for fashion illustration. Not only do fashion illustrations show a representation or design of a garment but also served as a form of art. Fashion illustration shows the presence of hand and is said to be a visual luxury. More recently, there has been a decline of fashion illustration in the late 1930s when Vogue began to replace its celebrated illustrated covers with photographic images.
So how do we incorporate beautiful, fabulous illustrations into our special events? The ideas are endless. Holly's Houses gives ideas on creating personalized stationeries for weddings, birthdays or any invitations. Make beautiful gifts such as gift boxes for bonbonieres, photo displays on the dining table, key chains, picture canvas, badges and more. My favourite is using these great works of art as fabulous art works hanging on the walls giving it that chic look.
Visit Paris's talented illustrator, Rachel Bergeret, who also sells her illustrations online and at auctions in Paris. Do drop by to say hello to her wherever you are.
Illustrations: Rachel Bergeret
