The document discusses two fashion illustrators, Carl Erickson from the early 20th century and contemporary illustrator Blair Breitenstein. It notes that Erickson worked in the US and was known for his light, flowy designs created using various media like charcoal and watercolor. Breitenstein currently illustrates for magazines like Vogue using watercolor and pastel for her expressionist high fashion depictions. The document also reflects on how each illustrator's work reflects trends of their respective eras, with Erickson capturing Hollywood glamour and Blair more modern European and micro trends.

1. Fashion Illustrators
Jillian Biblow December 20th

2. Carl Erickson (1891-1958)
-Carl was born in Illinois and worked in
the USA.
-Known for his flowy and light designs
-He used charcoal, pencil, chinese ink,
watercolour and gouache

3. The light and flowy designs inspire me.
They’re not too intimidating and
complex which is easing to the eye.

4. What was happening in fashion/society
-Hollywood influence
-Turn of the century
-Elegance in looks
-Vogue/Chic style

5. Blair Breitenstein (1989-present)
-Blair was born in the United States and
illustrates there currently
- She mainly does watercolour and pastel
designs
-She has illustrated for vogue, Bazaar and
other fashion outlets
-known for her expressionist depictions of
modern high fashion

6. Blair’s illustrations are so fun and
happy which is my favourite part
about them. Her illustrations are
unique and statement pieces (I
especially love the big sunglasses in
the illustration to the right!). I like
how she does simple designs but can
still show texture and complex
designs.

7. What’s happening in
fashion/society
Blair is currently illustrating and is
following trends. I see that she
designs looks that have a European
vibe (the purple look on the previous
slide). Blair also illustrate looks with
some small micro-trends that have
popped up within the last few
years(such as the sunglasses).

8. Citations
“Blairabreitenstein.com.” Blair Breitenstein, https://blairbreitenstein.com/.
“Carl Erickson, Fashion Illustrator to Remember.” Sudden Chic, 7 May 2020,
https://www.suddenchic.com/carl-erickson-fashion-illustrator/.
“Learn about Blair Breitenstein.” Famous Birthdays, https://www.famousbirthdays.com/people/blair-
breitenstein.html.
Neo, Mr Geo. “Fashion Fridays ~ Carl Erickson (1891–1958).” Illustrators' Lounge, 6 Feb. 2020,
https://illustratorslounge.com/fashion/fashion-fridays-carl-erickson-1891-1958/.