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Fifty Fabulous Frocks, The Fashion Museum, Bath

- frock: historically referred to an article of clothing in the 17th century, specifically a workman’s outer garment: in the 18th century a man’s loose fitting coat: a religious robe; more typically a woman’s dress. – I’m somewhat embarrassed to … Continue reading

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The Little Black Jacket, Mini Palais

The Little Black Jacket exhibition, consisting of one black tweed Chanel jacket and 109 of Karl Largerfeld’s favourite muses, has finally landed in its spiritual home: Paris. After a global six month tour: Seoul, Berlin, Moscow, London, Hong Kong, Taipei, … Continue reading

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Fashionable Faces at Claridges

I was excited to hear that my favourite London hotel: Claridges is to install one of my favourite fashion illustrators: David Downton as its first “fashion artist in residence”. The artist will sketch the famous and fashionable faces who regularly glide across the glossy chequered floor … Continue reading

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Last Chance to see Ballet Russes!

If you haven’t yet made a beeline for the ballet you must do so right away! Diaghilev and the Golden Age of the Ballets Russes – the current blockbuster at the V&A - closes this Sunday 9 January 2011. This is a glorious exhibition … Continue reading

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