Norma Kamali fringe suit, 1986
  SuitNorma Kamali1986Gift of Liz Mazurski2012.1142.71AB Norma Kamali's fringed two-piece suit is a challenging, slightly eccentric, take on 1980s power dressing. During the 1980s, bland, tailored skirt suits defined women's professional dress.... Read Article ››

Green in fashion
Thanks to Pantone, avoiding a pinch on St. Patrick's Day will be much easier this year. According to their decree, 2013 is the year of emerald green, a rich jewel tone "that enhances our sense of well-being, balance and harmony."1 Due to... Read Article ››

Friday Wrap
An occasional round-up of events, lectures, exhibitions, and other information of interest. This week, we remind you to visit our current exhibitions, note upcoming lectures by FIDM Museum curators, and watch some fashion-themed film and television.  ... Read Article ››

Silk handkerchiefs, c. 1926
These charmingly presented silk handkerchiefs prove that the whole is usually greater than the sum of its parts. Their colorful, festive packaging elevates them to something memorable. Carefully folded and arranged to form full skirts, the hand-painted... Read Article ››

Moschino Couture! evening gown, 1992
Made of rainbow-hued silk satin, this Moschino Couture! evening gown was worn to an early 1990s costume ball. Though we have few details about the event, if all the costumes were this eye-catching, it was surely a splendid evening. Any guesses as to the... Read Article ››