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Post-war fashion illustrations at Gallery 8
Who? Gray M.C.A. What? Specialists in modern and contemporary art, Gray M.C.A., are holding an exhibition of post-war fashion illustrations. Four decades of fashion illustrations are on display from the 1940s to the 1970s, by fashion illustrators from America, Germany, France and Great Britain. Often drawn from memory, of what was seen in the fashion shows, the illustrations capture the elegance of the runway pieces with simplicity and subtlety. Prices for the pieces range from £300 – £10,000. When? 11th to 16th September, by invitation Where? Gallery 8, 8 Duke Street St James’s, London, SW1Y 6BN How? For more information and to request an invitation, see www.graymca.co.uk
Fashion pick: Suede biker jacket from Superdry
Who? Superdry What? Thinking about ditching the winter coat for something shorter? This suede biker jacket from Superdry will still keep out the cold but with a whole lot less bulk – perfect for the spring season. Priced at £194.99. When? Available now Where? Available online from Superdry and House of Fraser How? Buy now from Superdry and House of Fraser
Fashion pick: Florence print jumpsuit from Reiss
Who? Reiss What? Jumpsuits can be on the side of ridiculous at times but we think this Florence print one from Reiss is just on the right side of fun. The snake-skin design is subtle and the cut is elegant so you can be sure that this is a serious outfit. They say that it’s a “desk-to-dinner” essential and, well, we can’t help but agree. Priced at £195. When? Available now Where? Available online from Reiss How? Buy now from Reiss
Patterns of Fashion at V&A
Who? Victoria and Albert Museum What? Learn about British textile design and fashion from 1750 to today at V&A’s “Patterns of Fashion” gallery talk. Led by the museum’s fashion curator Jenny Lister, the talk uses V&A’s permanent collection to demonstrate how fashion has changed. The talk is free. When? 1pm, 4th of February Where? Cromwell Road, London SW7 2RL How? See website for more information: www.vam.ac.uk
Summer reading: Adorned in Dreams by Elizabeth Wilson
Who? Elizabeth Wilson What? Originally published in 1985, the book chronicles the social and cultural history of fashion and how different looks marked different periods in our society. The latest edition appends some of the styles in recent history which have made their mark on our society, including grunge, boho chic and beyond. When? Available now Where? Available online and in store How? Buy now from Amazon
A/W 2013, London Collections: Men
Who? London Collections: Men What? Get ahead of the trend by checking out the London Collections: Men, which wraps up today. Over 70 designers have been showcasing their designs for Autumn/Winter 2013 over the past two days, which forms part of the fashion season for 2012. When? Selected available to view now Where? Designer’s list online at www.londoncollections.co.uk How? See individual designer’s websites