The Art of Dress – Page 4 – CASSIDY ZACHARY

Fashion History Talks! In conversation with Jessica Pushor, Costumes Collections Manager for the Chicago History Museum

December 10, 2017December 10, 2017 by Cassidy Zachary

Type the word “dress” into the Chicago History Museum’s online search engine and the first piece of clothing to come up is an exquisite silk satin and taffeta wedding bodice from the year 1896. A zoom feature allows you to take a better look at the piece covered in sparkling rhinestones, pearls and silver cording. It … Continue reading Fashion History Talks! In conversation with Jessica Pushor, Costumes Collections Manager for the Chicago History Museum

Fashion History Talks! In conversation with Tziporah Salamon

November 13, 2017November 14, 2017 by Cassidy Zachary

“It was Matisse that turned my eyes into diamonds.” Tziporah Salamon It is one thing to admire the art of dress, it is another thing entirely to be its living embodiment. And yet, that is exactly what the enchanting, inimitable Tziporah Salamon represents: a walking painting. Each of Tziporah’s thoughtfully-crafted ensembles are a work of art, … Continue reading Fashion History Talks! In conversation with Tziporah Salamon