London Fashion Exhibitions: on now
Looking for fashion exhibitions in London? Big bustles and gowns fit for princesses await in Culture Whisper's guide to the best fashion museums and retrospectives
London Fashion Exhibitions: on now
Mary Quant Exhibition, V&A
From miniskirts and hot pants to vibrant tights and makeup, discover how Mary Quant launched a fashion revolution on the British high street, with over 200 garments and accessories, including unseen pieces from the designer's personal archive.
From 6 April 2019 - 5 February 2020
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Manolo Blahnik Exhibition, The Wallace Collection
From Jackie O to Carrie Bradshaw, Manolo Blahnik's illustrious designs have adorned the world's most famous feet a thousand times over. They have become synonymous with femininity and beauty, and are widely regarded as the pinnacle of luxury when in the world of footwear. Now, the designer has joined forces with the Wallace Collection to present An Enquiring Mind: Manolo Blahnik at the Wallace Collection.
From 10 June 2019
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Gary Card 'HYSTERICAL' Exhibition, Phillips London
This summer, set designer Gary Card is exhibiting his work for the first time with an immersive show entitled 'Hysterical'. Gary is infamous for his dreamlike scenes and whimsical designs, having worked with major brands such as Nike, Hermès, Balenciaga and Comme des Garçons, as well as designing album covers for Paul McCartney and costumes for Lady Gaga.
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18 July - 20 August 2019
Tim Walker Exhibition, V&A
British photographer Tim Walker’s ethereal dreamscapes and idiosyncratic fairy-tales have entranced imaginations worldwide ever since he shot his very first fashion story for Vogue at the age at 25. Now, thirteen years later, the V&A is just around the corner from staging the third solo exhibition of the inimitable British fashion photographer. Book now!
From September of 2019
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Dame Zandra Rhodes Exhibition, Fashion & Textile Museum
In celebration of her five decades of colourful and legendary design, the Fashion and Textile Museum is to stage the largest-ever homage to member of British design royalty Dame Zandra Rhodes. The comprehensive retrospective will traverse fifty years of a fascinating and varied career, presenting influential looks, original textiles and archive material.
From 27 September 2019
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Kimono: Kyoto to Catwalk, V&A
The V&A is to stage an exhibition exploring a treasured Japanese symbol - the kimono. Beginning with the aesthetic and social significance of its twentieth century origins in Japan, Kimono: Kyoto to Catwalk will trace the garment's history and challenge the notion that it is traditional, timeless and unchanging.
29 February - 21 June 2020
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Bags! V&A
How did the humble bag move from functional object to coveted fashion accessory bearing the names of French fashion models and Monegasque royalty? The V&A will weave together a story of design and craftsmanship through 300 bag-related objects dating from the 16th century to modern day.
