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Art Nouveau vs Art Deco

A rundown of the Art Nouveau and Art Deco movements – perfect for brightening the mood. Art Nouveau or 'New Art' emerged in the 1890s but fell out of fashion before WWI (1914-18). Inspired by the natural world, its decorative motifs include swirling lines and exotic bodies. Recognise these? THE WHIPLASH

Bringing you some extra   Art Nouveau practitioners pioneered experimental techniques and materials – as seen in this tiara comb and bodice ornament. OBJECTS OF BEAUTY

Spanning the roaring 1920s to the 1930s, take a look at the streamlined, geometric forms of Art Deco. AKA your next favourite design style. INTRO TO ART DECO

Jeanne Lanvin's 1930s evening dresses were the epitome of Art Deco elegance. Have a browse through fascinating flapper dresses to functional fashion. GET SOME GLAMOUR

Say hello to Kaléidoscopic prints - vividly coloured art deco design by French artists Ad. and M. P. Verneuil. SHOP THE RANGE

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