Tag: art of dress

Bas Relief by Vionnet, Vogue 1931

by Cassidy Zachary

Photographer George Hoyningen-Heune immortalizes the artistry of master haute couturier Madeleine Vionnet’s designs in this stunning photo article “Bas Relief by Vionnet” for Vogue‘s November 15th, 1931 issue, while the accompanying text seeks to put that artistry into words” “Beauty, although scarce, seems to be one with matter and energy. The supply of it on earth … Continue reading Bas Relief by Vionnet, Vogue 1931

Glamour on Board: Fashion from the Titanic, an interview with curator Leslie Klingner

by Cassidy Zachary

I recently visited Biltmore Estate’s exhibition Glamour on Board: Fashion from the Titanic at the estate’s invitation. The exhibition, on view now until May 13, is the first large-scale exhibition of the Oscar-winning costumes from the 1997 film. During a wonderful rainy, fog-filled day, I had the pleasure of sitting down for Afternoon Tea at … Continue reading Glamour on Board: Fashion from the Titanic, an interview with curator Leslie Klingner