Arik Népo (1913–1961) was a prominent photographer whose work significantly contributed to the visual language of fashion and portraiture in the mid-20th century.
Born in Moscow, Népo became an active figure in the Parisian and New York photography scenes, capturing the elegance of high fashion from the 1930s through the 1950s. His images frequently appeared in prestigious publications like Vogue, featuring designs from renowned houses such as Maggy Rouff, Lucien Lelong, and Hermès.
Népo was known for his sophisticated style, which often focused on dramatic poses and precise composition to highlight the texture of the garments and the refined beauty of his subjects. His black and white gelatin silver prints are valued today as a stylistic record of post-war haute couture and the glamour of the era.
Bettina Graziani wearing a coat in Bianchini Lorganza over a tulle dress by Jean Patou, photo by Arik Nepo at the Serres de la Ville, Paris, Vogue, Paris, July/August 1950
Model wearing a natural mink cape by Lanvin-Castillo, photo by Arik Nepo, Vogue, Paris, November 1950
Model wearing a nightgown and robe by Schiaparelli, photo by Arik Nepo, Vogue, Paris, July/August 1950
Bettina Graziani wearing a beautiful white organdy dress with a multitude of braided balls that trim the tiered pleated frills by Carven, photo by Arik Nepo, Vogue, Paris, May 1950
Bettina Graziani wearing a charming dress in pink shantung embroidered with sparkling stars, her loose coat is in taffeta in the same shade, by Molyneux, photo by Arik Nepo, Vogue, Paris, May 1950
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