The Helen Larson Historic Fashion Collection at the FIDM Museum

  Today's post is written by Curator Kevin Jones and Associate Curator Christina Johnson to explain the details of the FIDM Museum's acquisition of objects from The Helen Larson Historic Fashion Collection. Associate Curator Christina Johnson and Curator Kevin Jones in front of the Princess Charlotte Gown from The Helen Larson Historic Fashion Collection With the Read More »

Fundraising Friday: The Philadelphia Story

It's traditional to end a fashion show with a wedding gown. The FIDM Museum is in the last days of a major fundraising campaign to purchase the Helen Larson Historic Fashion Collection, a private collection of 1,400 historic garments and accessories from four centuries. Each Friday, this blog has presented an exquisite piece from the Larson Collection. This is Read More »

Fundraising Friday: Linen and Lace

The FIDM Museum is in the final days of a major fundraising campaign to purchase the Helen Larson Historic Fashion Collection, a private collection of 1,400 historic garments and accessories from four centuries. Each Friday, this blog will present exquisite pieces from the Larson Collection. Afternoon DressUnited Statesc. 1908Helen Larson Historic Fashion Collection Paired with a flower-trimmed Read More »

Fundraising Friday: Harvey Nichols, Darling

The FIDM Museum is in the final weeks of a major fundraising campaign to purchase the Helen Larson Historic Fashion Collection, a private collection of 1,400 historic garments and accessories from four centuries. Each Friday, this blog will present exquisite pieces from the Larson Collection.    Day DressHarvey Nichols, Londonc. 1916Helen Larson Historic Fashion Collection Founded Read More »

Fundraising Friday: Vintage Fashion

The FIDM Museum is in the final weeks of a major fundraising campaign to purchase the Helen Larson Historic Fashion Collection, a private collection of 1,400 historic garments and accessories from four centuries. Each Friday, this blog will present an exquisite piece from the Larson Collection.  Evening CoatEurope or United Statesc. 1927Helen Larson Historic Fashion Collection Read More »

Fundraising Friday: The Romance of Accessories

The FIDM Museum is in the final weeks of a major fundraising campaign to purchase the Helen Larson Historic Fashion Collection, a private collection of 1,400 historic garments and accessories from four centuries. Each Friday, this blog will present exquisite pieces from the Larson Collection. Dress, Europe or United States, c. 1835; Bonnet, Great Britain or Europe, c. Read More »

Fundraising Friday: Crowned Head

The FIDM Museum is in the final weeks of a major fundraising campaign to purchase the Helen Larson Historic Fashion Collection, a private collection of 1,400 historic garments and accessories from four centuries. Each Friday, this blog will present an exquisite piece from the Larson Collection. Queen Victoria's Hat and Hat Stand1880Helen Larson Historic Fashion Collection Read More »

Fundraising Friday: An American in Paris

The FIDM Museum is in the final months of a major fundraising campaign to purchase the Helen Larson Historic Fashion Collection, a private collection of 1,400 historic garments and accessories from four centuries. Each Friday, this blog will present an exquisite piece from the Larson Collection. Evening DressMadame Havet, Parisc. 1927Helen Larson Historic Fashion Collection The Read More »

Fundraising Friday: Move Over, Cinderella

The FIDM Museum is in the final months of a major fundraising campaign to purchase the Helen Larson Historic Fashion Collection, a private collection of 1,400 historic garments and accessories from four centuries. Each Friday, this blog will present exquisite pieces from the Larson Collection.  Evening ShoesVelvet with gold embroidery1890sHelen Larson Historic Fashion Collection Move over, Read More »

Fundraising Friday: Rêves de Fleurs

Our garden is growing! The current exhibition Fleurs: Botanicals in Dress from the Helen Larson Historic Fashion Collection has inspired FIDM students to create fashion illustrations putting a modern twist on these historic floral fashions. Their illustrations are currently on display alongside complementary pieces from the permanent collection. Designers include Rudi Gernreich, Michael Novarese, James Galanos, Emilio Pucci, Read More »

Fundraising Friday: Instagram Takeover!

Are you missing Mad Men? We’ve got great news for you: Mad Men costume designer Janie Bryant will be taking over the FIDM Museum’s Instagram account on Saturday, October 24! In support of our #4for400 fundraising campaign, Janie will explore the Helen Larson Historic Fashion Collection and show how historic fashion inspires and informs her designs. Make sure Read More »

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