The Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival in New York City saw participants don extravagant hats inspired by artworks, with a mix of quirky designs that celebrate creativity. Originating after the Civil War as a fashion display for the elite, the event has evolved over 150 years to prioritize imagination and playful self-expression. Participants, including arts professional Chelsea Cooksey, crafted bonnets inspired by notable art pieces, such as Christo and Jeanne-Claude's "The Gates" and Maurizio Cattelan's "Comedian", illustrating a unique blend of art, culture, and festive community spirit.
Cooksey, whose bonnet recreated a miniature Christo and Jeanne-Claude "The Gates" (2005) installation, emphasized going with the "most prescient current art".
Emerging after the Civil War, the annual creative hat festival transformed from a "fashion promenade" of wealthy New Yorkers into a quirky, campy celebration.
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