The Russian-born artist Romain de Tirtoff, better known as Erté, documented lavish living in the early 20th century, a time when glamour was defined by luxurious gowns and even more elaborate accessories. These days, Erickson Beamon’s ornamental Swarovski-crystal-embellished gold-plated mask and Pottery Barn’s Paige chandelier would look right at home in an Erté etching. The artist, who would have turned 122 this weekend, left a lasting imprint on today’s fashions: A look from Rosie Assoulin’s fall 2014 collection has the voluminous silhouette and saturated colours he was famous for, while Rene Caovilla’s slingback heels – covered in lace and accented with rhinestones – are a testament to the enduring appeal of Roaring Twenties style.
2015 Erté wall calendar, $14.99 through www.papyrusonline.com.
Brian Gluckstein by Lenox Darius accent plate, $59.99 at Hudson’s Bay (www.thebay.com).
A look from Rosie Assoulin’s fall 2014 collection.
Paige chandelier, $354 through www.potterybarn.com.
Biyan Lucy dress, $1,840 through www.net-a-porter.com.
Erickson Beamon Out Of This World mask, $2,480 through www.net-a-porter.com.
Rene Caovilla Cola shoes, $1,400 at Davids (www.davidsfootwear.com).
Danielle ring, $2,400 through www.erintracy.com.
Estée Lauder Modern Muse Eau de Parfum, $90 for 50 ml at Estée Lauder counters and through www.esteelauder.ca.