#88 Bettina in an astrakhan jacket and beret by Revillon, 1952

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#88 Bettina in an astrakhan jacket and beret by Revillon, 1952

Poised in profile with her chin lifted, Bettina wears an astrakhan jacket and matching beret by Revillon in a look dated to 1952, the curly texture reading almost like sculpted fabric in monochrome. A small jeweled brooch fastens the beret near her temple, adding a pinpoint sparkle against the deep, matte surface. The fitted skirt elongates the silhouette, while her stride and slightly wind-caught posture give the styling a sense of motion rather than studio stillness.

Behind her, a paved terrace and pale architectural plinths create a clean, elegant stage, with a statue softened in the distance and foliage framing the upper edge of the scene. The contrast between the dark outerwear and the bright stonework emphasizes the coat’s volume and the crisp line of her waist. Even without visible signage, the setting suggests the cultivated public spaces often used in mid-century fashion photography to blend couture with everyday city life.

Revillon’s name anchors the image in the luxury tradition of French fur and refined outerwear, and the astrakhan finish evokes the period’s taste for tactile glamour. Bettina’s composed expression and carefully balanced accessories reflect the early supermodel era, when personality and poise became as important as the garments themselves. For readers searching 1950s French fashion, Bettina Graziani, or vintage Revillon designs, this photograph offers a striking example of postwar elegance in motion.