Elsa Schiaparelli

Created by Jassi & Co Creative

Elsa Schiaparelli, born in Rome, Italy, was an influential fashion designer known for her surrealist approach to clothing. Schiaparelli’s career as a fashion designer spanned from the 1920s through the 1950s. Schiaparelli’s creations were characterized by their bold colors, inventive use of materials, and incorporation of surrealistic elements into high fashion. Schiaparelli found her signature color in Shocking Pink – coined as such due to her bold, avant-garde designs in clothing and beauty, which often involved the collaboration of many well-known visual artists of her time.

Uemura Shoen

Created by MOLLY Flowers & Decor

Uemura Shōen was born in Kyoto, Japan in 1875, at a time when it was unusual for a woman to become a professional painter. She went on to become one of Japan’s most renowned female artists, reaching a level of recognition that was previously unheard of when she became the first woman to receive the esteemed Order of Culture award. She was mostly known for her paintings of female figures, known as bijin-ga. Traditionally, bijin-ga paintings were of courtesans, but in a more modern interpretation of the genre, Shōen chose to celebrate ordinary woman as opposed to idealized entertainers.

Zelda Fitzgerald

Created by Rosy Flowers and Tea

Zelda Fitzgerald, born in Montgomery, Alabama in 1900, was a trailblazing figure who defied societal norms during the Roaring Twenties, earning her the title of the first American flapper girl. Renowned for her diverse talents in writing, dance, and painting, she fearlessly challenged traditional gender expectations. As the wife of F. Scott Fitzgerald, Zelda carved her own path, leaving an indelible mark on the vibrant cultural landscape of the Jazz Age. Despite grappling with personal challenges, her legacy endures as a symbol of creativity and resilience, inspiring successive generations with her unapologetic individuality and spirit.

Berthe Morisot

Created by French Floral Designs
 
Berthe Morisot was a French painter of the late 19th century, in the circle of artists known as the Impressionists. In contrast to her male contemporaries – and reflecting cultural restrictions on her class and gender at the time – Morisot focused on depicting intimate scenes rather than public life. She used women, children, and flowers as common subjects in her depictions of fin-de-siècle France. In 1874, as the only woman alongside her brother-in-law Manet, Degas, and Renoir (to name a few), her work was displayed in what is now known as the first Impressionist exhibition.

Mary Cassatt

Created by Blake Roses

Mary Cassatt, an American Impressionist painter born in 1844, left an enduring legacy through her tender portrayals of motherhood and domestic life. Renowned for her unique perspective on feminine experiences, Cassatt’s art captures moments of intimacy and elegance with exquisite detail. Among her notable works is “Women with a Pearl Necklace in a Loge,” featuring a woman adorned in a pearl necklace, seated in a theater box. Cassatt masterfully depicts the subtle interactions and expressions of her subjects, conveying a sense of sophistication and introspection. Through this painting, she invites viewers to contemplate themes of femininity, leisure, and social dynamics, showcasing her skill in capturing the complexities of human emotion with grace and sensitivity.

Mickalene Thomas

Created by Naunet Studio

Mickalene Thomas, a contemporary African American artist, has garnered acclaim for her vibrant and multifaceted works. Born in 1971, Thomas is renowned for her bold and provocative portraits that challenge conventional notions of beauty and identity. Often incorporating rhinestones, acrylics, and mixed-media elements, her artworks exude a sense of glamor and empowerment while celebrating the complexities of Black womanhood. Thomas’ oeuvre encompasses themes of race, gender, and sexuality, offering a nuanced exploration of cultural representation and self-expression. 

Beatriz Milhazes

Created by Ronicks Design

Beatriz Milhazes, a Brazilian contemporary artist born in 1960, is celebrated for her vibrant and intricate compositions that blend elements of abstraction, pop art, and Brazilian culture. Her bold use of color and pattern creates mesmerizing visual experiences that reflect the vibrancy of her native country. Milhazes’ unique technique involves layering shapes and forms to create dynamic and rhythmic compositions that evoke a sense of joy and exuberance. Her works, often inspired by flora, fauna, and traditional Brazilian motifs, invite viewers into a world of lush beauty and playful abstraction, captivating audiences around the globe with their kaleidoscopic energy and allure.