Summary
In the bustling, post-war Berlin of the early 1920s, we meet Isabell (Lee Parry), a young woman whose vivacious spirit and unconventional approach to life earn her the moniker 'Die leichte Isabell' – the light-hearted or even frivolous one. A gifted hat designer working in a prominent fashion atelier, Isabell secretly harbors dreams of becoming a serious painter, a pursuit deemed unladylike by many. Her independent nature and refusal to conform to rigid societal expectations often lead to misunderstandings, particularly with the stern industrialist Herr Schmidt (Eugen Rex), who views her as an unsuitable match for his earnest, but somewhat naive, son, Ernst (Gustav Fröhlich). Ernst, however, is captivated by Isabell’s genuine charm and artistic passion, leading to a burgeoning, if complicated, romance. The film navigates the intricate social dance of reputation and desire, as Isabell strives to prove her worth and artistic integrity amidst the machinations of a jealous rival designer and the judgmental gaze of conservative society, ultimately seeking to define her own path to happiness and respect.
