 In addition to evening gowns, the house was known for chic cinema wraps, furs, lingerie, wedding trousseaus, even children’s clothing in rayon.Fascinated by the effect of light on fabric, Chéruit and her designers worked with taffeta, lamé, and gauze, and followed the latest trends in art, for instance hand-painting Cubist designs on dresses, coats and other articles of apparel.These striking creations drew the attention of silent film stars, such as Jeanne Eagels.