FASHION /
WOMEN
June 10, 2015
Terumi Hagiwara Series Vol. 126 | A Maison's Exhibition Exploring the Roots of Its Collections
Collection Report: "Lanvin" and "Louis Vuitton"
Paris's Top Brands Host Consecutive Exhibitions
Exploring the Roots of Collections Through Maison History and Art
Lanvin and Louis Vuitton. Two of Paris's leading fashion houses have each staged exhibitions at museums. Amidst a growing trend that emphasizes enduring style over the novelty of anticipating trends, these exhibitions have captured the attention of Parisian fashionistas.
Text by HAGIWARA Terumi
Jeanne Lanvin and Alber Elbaz
Each season brings collections that, while not drastically changing, always feel fresh. Alber Elbaz at Lanvin is one such designer.
During Paris Fashion Week in February, the "Jeanne Lanvin Exhibition," dedicated to the founder of Lanvin, opened at the Palais Galliera (Museum of Fashion). Jeanne, born in Paris in 1868, continued to present her work until the year before her death in 1946 at the age of 78. The image of this original career woman is captured in black and white film.
Most of the pieces were created at the time for preservation in museums, so they are in perfect condition, free from damage. Their designs are remarkably innovative! Dresses pieced together with ribbons and lace robes, which Alber excels at, had their roots in Jeanne's creations.
For the Autumn/Winter 2015-16 collection, Alber delved into his own history, presenting pieces inspired by his native Tunisia and Morocco. He created modern Lanvin collections by incorporating exotic prints, patchwork, and fringed dresses.
Show at the Fondation Louis Vuitton
Louis Vuitton, designed by Nicolas Ghesquière, set up a futuristic circular venue in front of the "Fondation Louis Vuitton," which opened the previous season. Animal print fur coats, and lace and knit dresses were paired with bags inspired by Vuitton's roots: the trunk. The Louis Vuitton woman was complete.
After the show, which started at 10:00 AM on the final day, guests were treated to a private tour of the Fondation (a museum of modern art) until 2:00 PM – a sophisticated gesture. The Eiffel Tower is visible from the Bois de Boulogne. Behind it, stables spread out, and glimpses of Parisian history can be seen from various points of Frank Gehry's architectural masterpiece. The Michelin-starred restaurant "Le Frank" has also opened within the building. Paris offers yet another attraction, expanding from the world of fashion.
The Jeanne Lanvin exhibition runs until August 23, 2015. The Fondation Louis Vuitton will begin an exhibition of works from its collection themed "Popism" and "Music/Sound" from June 3rd. This runs until July 6th.
Terumi HAGIWARA
Fashion Director
She covers the New York, Milan, Paris Ready-to-Wear, and Paris Haute Couture collections each season. She has contributed numerous articles and columns to fashion magazines and newspapers. She also directs select shops.
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