"The exhibition positions Schiaparelli as a central figure operating between fashion, art, and performance, emphasizing her belief that dressmaking is art rather than a profession."
"Collaborations with figures such as Salvador Dalí, Jean Cocteau, Man Ray, and Pablo Picasso reveal a practice grounded in surrealist experimentation and cultural exchange."
"Among the highlights are the 1938 Skeleton dress and the Tears dress, alongside Dalí's iconic Lobster Telephone, presented in dialogue with the Lobster dress that inspired it."
"A dedicated section explores the lesser-known London chapter of the house, foregrounding Schiaparelli's expansion into Mayfair in the 1930s and her engagement with British clients and creatives."
The V&A's exhibition, Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art, highlights Elsa Schiaparelli's role in merging fashion with artistic expression. It features over 400 objects, including garments and artworks, tracing her journey from 1920s Paris to contemporary fashion. The exhibition emphasizes her collaborations with surrealist artists like Salvador Dalí and Pablo Picasso, showcasing iconic pieces such as the Skeleton dress and the Lobster dress. A section dedicated to her London chapter reveals her impact on British fashion and culture during the 1930s, further solidifying her legacy in the art and fashion realms.
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