Abstract/Hauptbeschreibung (Englisch)

The purpose of this article is to analyze and highlight important aspects of the life and work of Paul Poiret - one of the brightest figures in French fashion. His name is associated with the revolution in women's wardrobe, namely the removal of the corset. In his text, the author traces and marks key moments in the life and work of Paul Poiret , such as creating collections devoid of corsets, the realization of iconic costumes for theatre productions, creating a professional school of arts and crafts, imposing oriental themes in Western European fashion, etc. In conclusion, conclusions are drawn about the fundamental role of Paul Poiret in the enrichment and development of French fashion, as well as about his character traits – cosmopolitanism, experimental spirit and rich imagination. A surprising new element in Poiret are the bright colour tones and bold colour combinations. Next to the cold sea green there is a sparkling orange, next to the olive green – cinnabar, next to the dark green – grey there is a bright lemon yellow. Its tones are opposite to the actual for this period killed colours, which lack vitality. In the range of colour combinations of Poiret, the oriental tonality is unmistakably noticeable. He admires Persian miniatures and has Oriental costumes in his library. Poiret spends weeks at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, where he explores Indian book decorations, costumes, turbans (which he will bring into fashion in the coming seasons), jewellery and exotic feathers. His works have a unique handwriting and always stand out with their wide artistic scope. Keywords: fashion, fashion collections, art, style, oriental style, oriental colours, haute couture, costumes, perfumes. Bibliography: [ 1] V&A Fashion Perspective. King of Fashion: The Autobiography of Paul Poiret. London. V&A. 2019 [ 2] https://valthegemgal.com/a-name-you-need-to-know-paul-poiret/