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Dior – Designer Of Dreams

Post author:Sara Rickards
Post published:March 14, 2019
Post category:Exhibitions

It all began on a cold winter's morning. As my alarm went off at 6.30, I rubbed my bleary eyes and realised the day was finally here. The day…

Anonymous. Evening dress 1913

The Art of Tambour Beading

Post author:Sara Rickards
Post published:July 5, 2017
Post category:History of Embroidery Techniques

A Brief History of Tambour Beading The exact origins of Tambour embroidery are not all that clear. However it is thought to have been brought over to France and Britain from…

Balenciaga: Shaping Fashion

Post author:Sara Rickards
Post published:June 24, 2017
Post category:Exhibitions
Post comments:3 Comments

This new exhibition at the V&A examines the life and works of the Basque couturier, Cristobal Balenciaga and the influences he still has over current designers today. On display until February…