Roland de Vassal was a French fashion photographer active during the 1950s and 1960s. He is recognized for his elegant and sophisticated images that appeared in fashion magazines of the time. His work focused primarily on haute couture and luxury fashion, and he collaborated with several prestigious fashion houses, including Pierre Cardin, Jean Patou, Christian Dior, and Hermès.
De Vassal’s photography often featured stylish women dressed in the latest collections, set against minimalist or refined backdrops that emphasized the clothes’ form and detail. Some of his notable works include photographs of Pierre Cardin’s coats in 1961 and Jean Patou’s evening dresses in 1957.
These beautiful photos are just a glimpse of Roland de Vassal’s work capturing iconic fashion and beauty of the 1960s.
Model in blue wool dress with matching wool reversible cape in chocolate brown, by Nina Ricci, photo by Roland de Vassal, Algiers, 1960
Wilhelmina in a two-piece Dupioni silk dress with fuschia silk scarf by Grès, photo by Roland de Vassal, Algeria, 1960
Wilhelmina in ivory wool suit with double-button closure on jacket as well as kirt, by Jacques Griffe, hat by Jean Barthet, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1960
Wilhelmina in sand-colored wool dress by Pierre Cardin, hat by Jean Barthet, photo by Roland de Vassal, Algeria, 1960
Wilhelmina in yellow linen two-piece by Michel Goma, wide-brimmed straw hat by Jean Barthet, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1960
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