Jacques Doucet was born in 1853 in Paris, France.
He came from a wealthy family who were involved in the lingerie and fine linens trade.
Jacques opened his own salon selling ladies apparel in 1871.
His fashion designs were based around the luxury and opulence of the times.
However, the designs of Doucet gradually went out of popularity in the 1920s.
Jacques Doucet died in 1929.
During his life, Doucet was an avid collector of art and literature.
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