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Mark your diary ! : The Imperial War Museum (London) presents ‘Fashion on the Ration – 1940s Street Style’, an exhibition on wartime clothing

02 Thursday Jul 2015

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Wartime fashion

a term of seemingly oxymoronic attribute-

is anything but when used to describe 1940s British fashion.

Though the years of conflict (WWII, 1939 – 1940)

imposed tight restrictions on the availability of

various types of materials for clothing manufacturing-

resourcefulness, inventiveness and creativity

resulted in garments, which were practical yet chic.

…

(image from rokit.co.uk):

fashion on a ration

…

(image from mens fashion magazine):

fashion on ration, men

…

As WWII progressed,  the British government imposed

rationing regulations on, among other things, clothing and footwear.

British citizens were encouraged to “make do and mend”.

…

Recycling and upcycling of garments was encouraged and necessary.

At the time it was illegal and considered unpatriotic to embellish

garments with buttons, pockets, extra pleating or trimming.

Such adornments required extra material and haberdashery-

which were all in short supply.

…

In 1942, the British government established

the Incorporated Society of Fashion Designers.

Given the austerity of the time,

this group of leading designers created over 30 new “utility” clothing pieces:

garments of simple design, yet well crafted and stylish.

…

(image from marieclaire.co.uk):

fashion on a ration

…

The Imperial War Museum, London

is presently hosting the exhibition

Fashion on the Ration:  1940s Street Style

which examines how fashion survived and further thrived

during the war years.

On display are wartime letters, photos, postcards,

paintings/drawings, notebooks

and of course samples of clothing (civilian and military) and accessories-

all collectively offers an image of life at the time.

…

Fashion on the Ration:  1940s Street Style

Imperial War Museum, London

until 31 August 2015

…

For further detail, visit

http://www.iwm.org.uk/

…

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A new ‘reign’ of Rayne: The Fashion and Textile Museum, London hosts the exhibition ‘Rayne Shoes for Stars’

15 Monday Jun 2015

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This year’s fashion exhibition summer season is all about the shoes.

 

In addition to the show-

Shoes: Pleasure and Pain

at the Victoria and Albert Museum, London

the Fashion and Textile Museum (FTM), London

will also host its own shoe exhibition, which chronicles the history of

celebrated British shoe label:  Rayne.

The exhibition highlights a sampling of over 100 shoe models

from the Rayne archive.

…

(image from vogue uk):

rayane,  shoes, mary jane orn by tallulah bankheand d34bc695-3361-429e-aff0-6d4fca6fd6b8

Worn by Tallulah Bankhead

American actress of stage and screen from the 1920s – 1950s

…

(image from the designmuseum):

rayne, shoes

Satin with jewel encrusted buckle

…

Founded in 1885, as a family concern

the Rayne shoe company rapidly became the popular supplier of

bespoke costume shoes for the London theatre community.

By the 1920s a selection of Rayne retail stores had opened and

in 1959 the famous flagship boutique was established at the prestigious

retail local of Old Bond Street, London

…

Rayne shoes became a mark of the “well – heeled” lady.

Worn by Hollywood starlets such as

Elizabeth Taylor, Vivien Leigh, Bridgette Bardot, Diana Rigg

and donned by members of the British royal family-

Rayne shoes were highly sort after footwear:

particularly given that the present British monarch

Elizabeth II wore Rayne shoes on her wedding day.

…

rayne, shoes

The future Queen Elizabeth II on her wedding day

20 November 1947

The royal bride worn Rayne

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(image from vogue uk):

rayne, shoes

The actress Vivien Leigh and Mr. Rayne, 1945

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rayne,  shoes

The actress Diana Riggs in Rayne boots

…

rayne,  shoes

Black satin pumps with jewelled heel and brooch

worn by Elizabeth Taylor

…

(image from the dailymail uk):

rayne, shoes

Brown, suede plaforms worn by the Queen Mother, 1945

…

rayne, shoes

‘Cleopatra sandals’

worn by Elizabeth Taylor during filming of the movie Cleopatra, 1963

…

rayne, shoes

Worn by Brigette Bardot

…

(image from rayneshoes)

rayne, shoes

Black/white colour story, bejewelled

circa 1950s

…

Throughout its prestigious history,

many noted designers including among others

Norman Hartnell, Mary Quant, Bruce Oldfled

have worked/collaborted with the Rayne label.

…

In 2013, the Rayne brand was relaunched

now appreciated by a new generation of fashionistas.

The exhibition at the FTM is

in recognition of  the label’s history and

in celebration of ‘the new reign’ of Rayne.

…

(images from rayneshoes):

The new ‘reign’ of Rayne

Edith

rayne, shoes

red satin

…

Beatrix

rayne, shoes/boots

knee high boots, champagne hue, leather, embroidery

…

Adele

rayne, shoes

wine colour, patent leather, grosgrain bow detail

…

Lillian

rayne, shoes

ankle boot, black, leather, floral embroidery

…

RAYNE Shoes for the Stars

The Fashion and Textile Museum, London

Until 30 August 2015

…

For further information on the FTM exibition, visit:

http://ftmlondon.org/ftm-exhibitions/rayne-shoes-for-stars/

…

For additional details on Rayne shoes, past and present

visit the company’s website at:

http://www.rayneshoes.co.uk/history
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Mark your diary ! : The Imperial War Museum (London) presents ‘Fashion on the Ration – 1940s Street Style’, an exhibition on wartime clothing

01 Monday Jun 2015

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Wartime fashion

a term of seemingly oxymoronic attribute-

is anything but when used to describe 1940s British fashion.

Though the years of conflict (WWII, 1939 – 1940)

imposed tight restrictions on the availability of

various types of materials for clothing manufacturing-

resourcefulness, inventiveness and creativity

resulted in garments, which were practical yet chic.

…

(image from rokit.co.uk):

fashion on a ration

…

(image from mens fashion magazine):

fashion on ration, men

…

As WWII progressed,  the British government imposed

rationing regulations on, among other things, clothing and footwear.

British citizens were encouraged to “make do and mend”.

…

Recycling and upcycling of garments was encouraged and necessary.

At the time it was illegal and considered unpatriotic to embellish

garments with buttons, pockets, extra pleating or trimming.

Such adornments required extra material and haberdashery-

which were all in short supply.

…

In 1942, the British government established

the Incorporated Society of Fashion Designers.

Given the austerity of the time,

this group of leading designers created over 30 new “utility” clothing pieces:

garments of simple design, yet well crafted and stylish.

…

(image from marieclaire.co.uk):

fashion on a ration

…

The Imperial War Museum, London

is presently hosting the exhibition

Fashion on the Ration:  1940s Street Style

which examines how fashion survived and further thrived

during the war years.

On display are wartime letters, photos, postcards,

paintings/drawings, notebooks

and of course samples of clothing (civilian and military) and accessories-

all collectively offers an image of life at the time.

…

Fashion on the Ration:  1940s Street Style

Imperial War Museum, London

until 31 August 2015

…

For further detail, visit

http://www.iwm.org.uk/

…

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Mark your diary! : “Haute-hippie aesthetic”- a comprehensive exhibition on the designs of Thea Porter at the Fashion & Textile Museum, London

09 Monday Feb 2015

Posted by meappropriatestyle in colour, colourspeak, design inspiration, exhibitions, fashion exhibitions, free to be me, mark your diary, style inspiration, womenswear

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'70s fashion, fashion exhibitions 2015, Mark your diary!, The Fashion and Textile Museum - London, Thea Porter

The Fashion and Textile Museum, London

presents an exciting exhibition showcasing the work of

British designer, Thea Porter (nèe Dorothea Noelle Naomi Seale).

 

…

(image from pinterest.com):

thea porter, portrait

designer, Thea Porter ( 1927 – 2000)

…

 

Her clothing epitomised the free-spirit mood of the ’60s and ’70s.

At the forefront of hippie chic fashion-

her designs attracted a celebrity following who flocked to her

showroom in Soho, London.

 

…

(image from sighswhispers):

joan collins in a thea porter dress

The actress Joan Collins, photographed in a Thea Porter creeation

…

 

Her design aesthetics was influenced by her upbringing in Damascus, Syria

and years spent living in the Middle East and Europe;

it mirrored a global perspective, which was integral to ’70s fashion.

…

(images from vogue.co.uk):

thea porter, 1970thea porter 1970

A burst of romantic, whimsical, colourful design (1970)

…

thea porter, drawing

Drawing and fabric choices

…

thea porter, gypsy dress

Gypsy dress

…

(image from vam.ac.uk):

Thea Porter, maxi dress, 1970

Mixed fabrication (1970)

…

(images from liveauctioneers.com):

thea porter, red/pink kaftan

Red / pink kaftan

…

thea porter, patchwork tunic

Patchwork tunic  (early 1970s)

…

(image from fid.museum.org):

thea porter dress, 70 -72

Midi dress  (1970 – 1972)

…

Today, acknowledgment and appreciation of her designs are

enthusiastically fueled by a revival of ’70s -inspired designs.

…

THEA PORTER 70s Bohemian Chic

at the Fashion and Textile Museum, London

until 3 May 2015

…

 

For further information, visit:

http://ftmlondon.org/ftm-exhibitions/thea-porter-70s-bohemian-chic/

…

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Mark your diary ! : For a retrospective exhibition on French couturière, Jeanne-Marie Lanvin

18 Thursday Dec 2014

Posted by meappropriatestyle in couture design, design inspiration, fashion and business, fashion exhibitions, fashion news, look book-back, mark your diary, retro-spection, womenswear

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The Palais Galliera:  Musèe de la Mode, De La Ville de Paris

is a museum devoted to the exhibition and study of

French fashion and costume-  dating from the

eighteenth century to contemporary design.

 

…

(image from victorhugohotel.com):

Palais Galliera, Paris- museum of fashion/fashion history

The Palais Galliera

Paris, France

…

Located in the fashionable 16th arrondissement of Paris, France

the Palais Galliera only presents temporary exhibitions.

It is closed to the public during the interim period between exhibition dates.

These closures are due to conservation concerns

over the delicate garments on display.

 

…

 

 

The Palais Galliera is set to re-open in March, 2015

with a much anticipated retrospective show

on the work of couturière Jeanne-Marie Lanvin (1867 – 1946).

Mme. Lanvin started her fashion house in 1890,

which in 2015 will celebrate its 125th anniversary.

…

Jeanne Lanvin, portrait

Mme. Jeanne-Marie Lanvin

…

Mme. Lanvin started her career in 1889 as a milliner.

A year later, she established The House of Lanvin

and oversaw its operation for over fifty years.

House of Lanvin holds the distinction as the oldest fashion house in the world.

 

…

(image from hprints):

jeanne lanvin hat, 1933

Smart-causal

(r) a Jeanne Lanvin  hat creation (1933)

…

(image from shrimptoncouture.com)

photo of Mme. Lanvin and her daugher Marguerite, image inspired company logo

(l) photo of Jeanne Lanvin and her daughter, Marguerite

(r) House of Lanvin logo, which was inspired

by the photo of the designer and her daughter.

~

Marguerite would later take over the helm of the House of Lanvin.

…

Mme. Lanvin was a creative force and an astute business woman.

Her incredible drive speaks to the successful longevity of her career

and the permanence of the fashion empire she built.

Starting with women’s fashion, she quickly expanded into

design of clothing for men and children.

She also extended a creative hand into furniture design .

….

(image from hprints):

jeanne lanvin, girl's dress, 1917

Young lady’s day dress (1917)

…

jeanne lanvin, evening gown, 1928

Rose petal

ladies’ evening dress (1928)

…

Mme. Lanvin is recognised as one of the first designers

to show every season, presenting more than 200 looks

for each.  The extent of her prolificacy is astounding.

…

Mme. Lanvin drew inspiration from aspects of art

and elements of other cultures-

creating pieces with the precision of perfection expected of a master couturière.

 

…

Sketchbook images

by Jeanne Lanvin

(images from harpersbazaar, luxurydaily, national post):

jeanne lavin, sketch, black dress, large front bow

.jeanne Lanvin, luxurydaily.com sketch-125-Pinterest-Bluejeanne lanvin, nationalpost.com, sketch -sketch

…

Dress to Impress

House of Lanvin

(image from vam.ac.uk):

jeanne lanvin, 1936, silk, chiffon, leather evening gown

Regal

silk chiffon, kid leather, gilded,

cream coloured evening dress (1936)

…

jeanne lanvin, evening dress, silk, velvet, chiffon,purple, 1935

Purple passion

silk chiffon long sleeve evening dress

 wide collared velvet jacket (1935)

…

 

(image from imamuseum.org):

jeanne lanvin, Winter 22/23, sil, silver lame, purple, colour block full length dress

Colour block

 silver lamè, full-length purple dress (Winter, 1922/23)

…

(image from metmuseum.org):

jeanne lanvin, black, silk taffeta with metal plaques, bolero, kimono interpretive , 1934

Global perspective

 silk taffeta black dress 

bolero with red lining and metal applique

in a kimono inspired silhouette

…

jeanne lanvin, black, fox trim genghis khan element 1936

Warrior princess

black silk, full length skirt

gold lamè, fur trimmed ‘Genghis Khan’ jacket (1936)

…

jeanne lanvin, steel grey silk taffeta, embroidered with metallic, sequins, pink beads, Cyclone dress

The Cyclone Dress

two-tiered taffeta dress in steel grey

gold halter/bodice top

…

In celebration of her daughter’s Marguerite’s thirtieth birthday (1927),

Mme. Lanvin introduced her fragrance Arpège.

By diversifying her business/creative endeavors:

clothing/furniture design, perfumery-

Mme. Lanvin was certainly ahead of her time.

She was a woman of many talents.

…

(image from vogue.it):

jeanne lanvin, perfume bottle 1925

An original Arpegè perfume bottle

with the Lanvin mother/daughter logo

…

Until the 1990s, House of Lanvin was under family control.

Today, designer Alber Elbaz serves as creative director;

a position he has held for the past thirteen years.

…

(image from tatler.com):

alber elbaz, portrait, creative director, lanvin

M. Alber Elbaz

Creative Director,  Lanvin

…

M. Elbaz closely collaborated on the exhibition with Olivier Saillard,

who is Curator of the Lanvin retrospective and Director of the Palais Galliera.

The show will feature over one hundred pieces from the Lanvin archives.

…

For future details on this upcoming exhibition, visit:

http://www.palaisgalliera.paris.fr/en

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