Fashion Council Voyage 2018: SPAIN

Now that the year is coming to an end, it's time to start planning your fashion adventures for 2018...we are thrilled to announce that our next Fashion Council Voyage destination is SPAIN! We will embark on a professionally guided tour of Madrid and the Basque and Rioja regions, all while enjoying exclusive culinary experiences, behind-the-scenes Read More »

Princess Mary’s 1922 going-away dress

The Helen Larson Historic Fashion Collection, which the FIDM Museum is currently fundraising to acquire, includes over 50 ensembles worn by British royal women. In this blog post, Associate Curator Christina Johnson examines a dress with royal provenance, utilizing letters in the Helen Larson Papers and additional primary source material to trace a path back Read More »

Fashion Council Voyage: California Adventure!

The FIDM Museum Fashion Council is thrilled to announce the 2016 Annual Voyage: California Adventure! Join us for a five-day, four-night journey down the Northern California coast from October 3 - October 7, 2016. We will explore fashion museums, exclusive vineyards, and the region's top culinary destinations as a private bus takes the group to Read More »

Out & About: 24th Art of Motion Picture Costume Design Opening!

  “And now, you are needed ON SET…” These words ushered guests into the 24th Art of Motion Picture Costume Design exhibition on Saturday night, where designers, actors, FIDM staff, and alumni joined together under the famous chandelier tent to preview this year’s installation. The exhibition features 100 ensembles from 23 films of 2015; action, Read More »

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.   Current Exhibitions and Docent Tours Have you seen our current exhibitions? If not, head to the FIDM Museum Read More »