Vintage Fashion Photos of Fabienne Velos From the 1950s

Fabienne Velos was a prominent French model in the mid-20th century, celebrated for her elegance and poised presence in high-fashion photography. Active primarily during the late 1940s and early 1950s, she collaborated with renowned designers such as Carven, Balenciaga, and Jeanne Lanvin, and was frequently photographed by notable photographers including Phillipe Pottier and Georges Saad.

Her modeling work encompassed a range of haute couture ensembles, from evening gowns and tailored dresses to accessories like hats and jewelry. Photos of her wearing creations by designers like Carven and accessories by jewelers such as Mauboussin showcase her versatility and the sophisticated fashion of the era.

Step back in time with these classic fashion photos of Fabienne Velos from the 1950s.

Fabienne Velos in parure of costume jewelry by Roger Scémama, photo by Philippe Pottier, 1950

Fabienne Velos in pleated organza evening gown by Schiaparelli, photo by Willy Maywald, Paris, 1950

Fabienne Velos wearing a black felt hat crossed by a big colored feather with voilette covering the top half of the face by Georgette de Treze, Paris, October 2, 1950

Fabienne Velos in a Montézin straw hat by Maud Roser, photo by Skilford, 1951

Fabienne Velos in an Oriental-inspired tunic of black grosgrain embroidered with yellow raffia by Carven, photo by Georges Saad, 1951

Fabienne Velos in black and white print linen dress by Carven, wide-brimmed hat by Marie-Christiane, photo by Georges Saad, 1951

Fabienne Velos in black taffeta strapless slip with lace hem by Laure Belin, photo by Georges Saad, 1951

Fabienne Velos in blue jersey two-piece, the roomy top is belted at the waist over slim skirt, by Anny Blatt, photo by Jacques Rouchon, 1951

Fabienne Velos in embroidered tulle evening gown by Carven, photo by Georges Saad, 1951

Fabienne Velos photographed by Walter Carone, 1951

Fabienne Velos in charming afternoon linen dress by Carven, photo by Seeberger, 1952

Fabienne Velos in elegant wool flannel shirt with pearl buttons, photo by Edgar Elshoud, 1952

Fabienne Velos in luxurious mink coat by Maurice Kotler, diamond and emerald earrings by Chaumet, photo by Georges Saad, 1952

Fabienne Velos in small cap of honey velvet adorned with fine mesh voilette by Rose Descat, photo by Georges Saad, 1952

Fabienne Velos in white alpaca evening dress decorated with a cascade of flowers at the hip by Carven, photo by Georges Saad, 1952

Fabienne Velos in wool ottoman belted dress by Carven, photo by Louis Astre, 1952

Fabienne Velos in a black jersey top with cut-out back worn with full white organdy skirt embroidered with a tapestry of flowers by Givenchy, photo by Georges Saad, 1953

Fabienne Velos in classic wool tailored suit of green, beige and white plaid by Charles Creed, photo by Georges Saad, 1953

Fabienne Velos in dress of gray and white houndstooth wool decorated with fringes in two shades of gray by Carven, photo by Georges Saad, 1953

Fabienne Velos in exquisite lace evening gown named "Léonora" by Christian Dior, photo by Eugène Rubin, 1953

Fabienne Velos in pale pink silk-taffeta robe trimmed with satin ribbons by Dubrulle, photo by Georges Saad, 1953

Fabienne Velos in white silk mousseline side-wrapped robe trimmed with satin ruffles by Les Mille et une Nuits, photo by Georges Saad, 1953

Fabienne Velos wearing white organdy skirt embroidered in black floral motif, worh with sleeveless black jersey turtleneck, featuring keyhole opening in back, by Givenchy, photo by Georges Saad, 1953

Fabienne Velos in chiffon and Chantilly lace nightgown by Laure Belin, photo by Georges Saad, 1954

Fabienne Velos in gorgeous lace evening gown by Lanvin-Castillo, photo by Jacques Decaux, Vogue, Paris, March 1954

Fabienne Velos poses in an advertisement for Vespa scooters, 1955