Stephen Jones Exhibit in Paris

Last fall I made my way back to Paris once again to see the exhibition by Stephen Jones, chapeaux d'artiste at the Palais Galliera. Mr. Jones is a well known British milliner who has been designing hats since 1980’s. One can say, that he is the most well known milliner in the world. He has created hats for Dior, Thom Browne, Schiaparelli and is well know in the Paris couture seen.

This exhibit was a 40 year retrospective and I was so much fun to see. I really enjoyed seeing his evolution as a milliner. His hats are so fun, whimisical and creative. I left so inspired!

You can read more about him on his webiste below:
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Mugler in Brooklyn

This past March I attended the Mugler exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum.

Here is an exherbt:

“Thierry Mugler: Couturissime is the first retrospective to explore the fascinating, edgy universe of French designer and creator of iconic perfumes Thierry Mugler. A fashion visionary, Mugler established himself as one of the most daring and innovative designers of the late twentieth century. His bold silhouettes and unorthodox techniques and materials—including glass, Plexiglas, vinyl, latex, and chrome—made their mark on fashion history.”

Mugler was not just an amazing designer he was a man with an surreal point of view. He wanted women to be objects of desire. I loved being able to see Philip Treacy’s hats up close and of course Mr. Pearl’s corsets!

This exhibit was right up there with the Dior exhibit at the V&A Museum in London, Givenchy exhibit Kunstmuseum,The Hauge and Schiaparelli at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris. Which I have been so fortunate to be able to attend.

Long live couture!

London Hat Week 2019 and much more!

I had the privilidge to attend London Hat Week 2019 for the first time this year. I had such great time learning new techniques and meeting new milliner that now I can call my friends! I took 5 classes with world class milliners, attended the Xterrece Hat Show, Dior and the Mary Quant fashion exhibit at the V&A museum. I was also able to attend a few lectures that were organized by LHW and the V&A.

The best part about my trip was meeting new milliners, teachers that I have looked up to and of course Stephen Jones!

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Dior Exhibit at the V&A Museum, London

Spanning 1947 to the present day, this exhibition traces the history and impact of one of the 20th century's most influential couturiers, exploring the enduring influence of the fashion house, and Dior's relationship with Britain. Learn more about this exhibit at https://www.vam.ac.uk.

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London Hat Week 2019 Official Exhibition: ‘The Great Hat Exhibition – World Garden.

Milliners from around the world were invited to apply to showcase hats inspired by nature for thousands of visitors to see. All exhibition hats will incorporate exotic, exquisite, intriguing flowers, plants, or landscape scenes in some way. The exhibition will be set up with a form of themed gardens for London hat lovers to be immersed in a journey across continents and enjoy the wonderful colous and forms of nature captured by the exhibiting milliners. 

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My London Hat Week Workshops:

I took classes with Carole Maher, Ian Bennett, Maor Zabar, Jane Taylor and Dillan Wallwork. I learned how to use thermoplastics, made buntal straw turbans, couture hat techniques, 3-D hats, cabbage feather flowers and more.

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Party time meeting new and old friends!

So nice to see my old Dutch millinery teachers and hang out with new milliners!

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Mary Quant Exhibit and Stephen Jones Dior Lecture:

From miniskirts and hot pants to vibrant tights and makeup, discover how Mary Quant launched a fashion revolution on the British high street, with over 200 garments and accessories, including unseen pieces from the designer's personal archive.

I was so thrilled to meet one of my millinery idiols while in London. This was the highlight and end of my amazing trip!

Stephen Jones: is a leading British milliner based in London, who is considered one of the world's most radical and important milliners of the late 20th and early 21st centuries.[1] He is also one of the most prolific, having created hats for the catwalk shows of many leading couturiers and fashion designers, such as John Galliano at Dior and Vivienne Westwood.