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The House of Doucet was founded in 1816 as a lace and bonnet mercantile. Around 1877 the grandson of the founders, Jacques Doucet (1853-1929), transformed the business into a couture house. Doucet was greatly influenced by his collection of 18th century art and his designs often reflected the Romantic Age in his use of laces, ribbons, and flounces.

The Maison Doucet was one of the best known and most highly respected couture houses of late 19th century and early 20th century Paris. It was also a training ground for two other 20th century greats – Poiret and Vionnet. The House of Doucet merged with Doeuillett in 1927.

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from an 1890s cape - Courtesy of Ruth Baza

from an 1890s cape

Courtesy of Ruth Baza

from a c 1902-1904 bodice - Courtesy of Hollis Jenkins-Evans

from a c 1902-1904 bodice

Courtesy of Hollis Jenkins-Evans