Fashion in Italy: 150 Years of Elegance
The exhibition covers the recent history of Italy’s transformation and analyzes the constant change in the social condition of women.
The 200 garments on display span Risorgimento to the years of Italian Reign, as well as the Fascist era and World War II, continuing to the birth of a truly national style in the ’50s and the rise of contemporary designers such like Capucci, Albini, Valentino, Armani, Versace, Prada, Dolce & Gabbana. Most of the historic clothes come from the foundation for the celebrated costume atelier Tirelli Trappetti. Some are original items, meant for daily use or special occasions, while others are famous costumes from classics films like Luchino Viscont’s Il Gattopardo.
“Fashion in Italy: 150 Years of Elegance” runs through 8 January 2012 at Le Venaria Reale. See more images in the gallery.
Posted January 5, 2012 at 6:04am in fashion italy exhibition elegance prada dolce & gabbana D&G valentino capucci albini trappetti italian
