The Golden Age of Couture – 22nd Sept 2007 to 6th Jan 2008

Christian Dior

See some of the world’s most exquisite gowns created at the period of pure decadence. A decade described by Christian Dior as the ‘Golden Age’ of fashion where people, designers alike in Paris and London celebrated the end of war and welcomed the new era of dressmaking that has rarely been surpassed. Showcased in the exhibition are head-turning and luxurious creations by some of the greatest fashion designers like Givenchy, Norman Hartnell, Hardy Amies and Balenciaga around 1947-1957 when opulence and luxury in fashion were at its best. Shoes, dresses to hats….they are all exhibited at the V&A and you will also be able to see the skills and craftsmanship behind some of the most famous style of all time. This is certainly the best place for any brides-to-be to go and to get all the inpiration they need in creating the most luxurious and beautiful wedding dress of their dreams.

Les Muguets (Lily of Valley)

Hubert de Givenchy, 1955

“The Golden Age of Couture – London to Paris 1947 – 1957″ at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London is an exhibition not to be missed whether or not you have a strong passion for fashion. You can buy tickets to this exhibition at the museum, on the phone or online. Hurry!! The exhibition will only be running until beginning of January 2008.

V&A Museum: Cromwell Road, London, SW7 2RL

Telephone +44 (0) 20 7942 2000             www.vam.ac.uk

Photos are courtesy of V&A Museum.

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