Cosprop women’s costumier delves into the hidden world of women’s underpinnings in this fascinating illustrated talk.
Join Cosprop women’s costumier Clara Drumez as she delves into the hidden world of women’s underpinnings in this fascinating illustrated talk.
Foundation garments form the hidden structure beneath clothing, creating the building blocks for some of the most iconic fashions of the 19th century. This talk will provide a snapshot of the history of underpinnings and discuss the intrinsic role that these items play in creating historically accurate designs.
Using costumes featured in the exhibition Costume Couture: Sixty Years of Cosprop as a reference, Clara will discuss the relationship between underpinnings and the finished costume. She will bust common myths and misconceptions around historical undergarments and share how costumiers balance historical accuracy with contemporary limitations.
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83 Bermondsey Street, London, Greater London, SE1 3XF
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Tuesday: 11am - 6pm
Wednesday: 11am – 6pm
Thursday: 11am – 6pm
Friday: 11am – 6pm
Saturday: 11am – 6pm
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We look forward to welcoming you to the Fashion and Textile Museum, the UK’s only museum dedicated to showcasing contemporary fashion and textile design.
In place of a permanent display, the Museum hosts a diverse programme of temporary exhibitions, displaying a broad range of innovative fashion and textiles from designers and makers around the world.
Discover our current exhibition, check out our programme of events including talks, workshops and digital design courses, and explore how you can support the Museum.
