Stunning 1960s Fashion Photography by Roland de Vassal

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

Christa Päffgen (aka Nico) in shimmering maillot of Lurex and nylon blend, by Nina Ricci, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1961

Christa Päffgen (aka Nico) in short white piqué tunic worn over shorts and tied with black patent leather belt by Madeleine de Rauch, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1961

Christa Päffgen (aka Nico) in tunic and shorts by Grès, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1961

Model in full-skirted lace dress by Lanvin-Castillo, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1961

Model in luxurious Tourmaline EMBA mink coat, the back and sleeves are banded horizontally, the front has vertical bands, by Max Reby, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1961

Model in print cotton piqué dress by Givenchy, photo by Roland de Vassal at St. Paul-de-Vence, 1961

Model in red linen summer dress by Grès, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1961

Model in white cotton shorts and linen tunic with free panel that attaches to the shoulder, by Christian Dior, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1961

Model in white linen pants and multi-colored cotton top from Christian Dior Boutique, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1961

Model on left in cotton maillot by Marie-Rose Lebigot and model in fron in pink and white striped suit by Jacques Heim, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1961

Christa Fiedler in chartreuse wool coat, black leather belt emphasizes the waist, by Pierre Cardin, black velvet hat is rimmed in mink, photo by de Vassal, 1962

Christa Fiedler in elegant blue wool suit by Louis Feraud, gloves by Hermès, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1962

Christa Fiedler in pink wool cape-coat by Nina Ricci, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1962

Christa Fiedler in yellow and lime wool-mohair coat, large collar covers the shoulders and ends with knot, there is no button, velvet cap, by Lanvin-Castillo, photo by de Vassal, 1962

Model in black net turban with large net voilette by Gilbert Orcel, jewelry by Renel, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1962

Model in foreground in evening gown of pale green chiffon embroidered in gold by Marc Bohan for Christian Dior, model in background in pale green chiffon by Nina Ricci, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1962

Model in pretty ivory Calais lace party dress by Lanvin-Castillo, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1962

Model in print mousseline evening dress showing bare midriff by Pierre Cardin, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1962

Model in turban hat of silver wire mesh and raspberry velvet, unseen is jewel clip in back, by Lanvin-Castillo, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1962

Wilhelmina in cape-coat of reversible Prince of Wales check with red, dress has red tie, by Grès, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1962

Wilhelmina in knit sweater by Leonard, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1962

Model in black and white wool houndstooth coat by Simonetta-Fabiani, hat by Jean Barthet, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1963

Bettina Lauer in a mustard linen coat-dress worn with blue silk shantung scarf, by Christian Dior, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1964

Deborah Dixon in red lace tunic by Pierre Cardin, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1964

Isabella Albonico in blue lace evening dress by Guy Laroche, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1964

Model in elegant poppy red wool two-piece, adorned with black silk cravat, topped by white straw canotier, by Yves Saint Laurent, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1964

Model in elegant two-piece dress in a wool tweed of pink and green by Pierre Cardin, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1964

Model in shimmery cocktail suit by Maggy Rouff, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1964

Model on left in hat of lilly of the valley bouquet tied with black velvet ribbon by Jean Barthet, model on right in shiny black Breton by Madame Paulette, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1964

Bettina Lauer in silk brocade dinner suit by Ted Lapidus, photo by Roland de Vassal, 1965