Jean Louis Guégan was a prominent French fashion photographer who defined the visual style of the 1960s and ’70s. Best known for his extensive work with
L’Officiel de la Couture, he captured the era’s most iconic designs, from Yves Saint Laurent’s pop-art raincoats to Pierre Cardin’s avant-garde “Space Age” aesthetic.
Throughout his career, Guégan collaborated with legendary houses like Chanel and Emanuel Ungaro, while also photographing major stars such as Sophia Loren. His photography remains a vital record of the evolution of French haute couture.
Slow down for a moment and enjoy the delicate beauty of Jean-Louis Guégan’s world in these glamorous photos below.
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| Model in two-piece wool dress with blouson top over straight skirt by Pierre Cardin, photo by Jean Louis Guégan, 1964 |
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| Model in silk evening gown, the bodice embroidered in sequins with mink trimmed sleeves by Yves Saint Laurent, coiffure by Alexandre, jewelry by Boucheron, photo by Jean Louis Guégan, 1964 |
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| Model wearing a Hindu-inspired necklace of pearls, emeralds, rubies and diamonds by Cartier, gold lighter and cigarette holder also by Cartier, photo by Jean Louis Guégan, 1964 |
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| Tamara Nyman in double-breasted Opal EMBA mink jacket by Maurice Kotler, jewelry by Boucheron, photo by Jean Louis Guégan, 1964 |
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| Christa Fiedler (l) and model in chiffon cocktail dresses with collars and cuffs banded in sequins and pailettes by Pierre Cardin, photo by Jean Louis Guégan, 1965 |
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