Okay was painted by Marie-Louise Carven in 1955.

Where can I see Okay?

Okay is held by Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Artwork

Okay

Marie-Louise Carven , 1955

Okay is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1955 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Created circa 1955 by French couturier Marie-Louise Carven, the drawing titled *Okay* presents a stylized figure in an elegant, dark‑blue gown. The work is part of the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings and exemplifies Carven’s interest in refined, wearable design for the petite silhouette.

Subject & Meaning

The illustration portrays a woman poised in a long, high‑collared dress with a front zipper, complemented by a white hat edged in black, ankle‑strap heels, and an extended left arm. The composition suggests a poised, modern femininity, reflecting mid‑century ideals of sophisticated dressmaking.

Technique & Style

Rendered in line drawing against a light beige background, the piece emphasizes the sheen of the garment, hinting at silk or satin through subtle shading. The crisp contours and minimal color palette focus attention on form and texture, aligning with Carven’s reputation for clean, lightweight fashion sketches.

History & Provenance

Marie-Louette Carven founded her eponymous fashion house in 1945 and was among the early designers to launch a ready‑to‑wear line. This drawing, produced around 1955, entered the Museum of Ethnography’s collection, where it remains accessible for study of post‑war French fashion illustration.