James at the Met

[claireshaeffer]

Here are a few images from the Met exhibit. There was lots of tech stuff to show various details.
On the scarf dress, the digital video showed the dress unwinding to show the garment sections.

The Babe Paley dress is fabulous. Here is a view of the unwrapped skirt. A 19th c. dress was its inspiration.

I begin my workshops on Sun for 2 weeks so must return to organizing.

 

[claireshaeffer]

If at all possible, you should try to see the exhibit and it will take several hours. My friend I stay with in NY who know nothing about sewing or fashion thought it was fantastic. C

 

[Metro Retro Vintage]

It looks wonderful Claire and am looking forward to it. Do you know if there a book to accompany the exhibit?

 

[claireshaeffer]

Yes, laura, you can order it from Amazon. The photos are wonderful, but it doesn't include the patterns. C

 

[Metro Retro Vintage]

Thank you Claire -- that's just what I wanted to know (and save a few dollars by pre-ordering).

 

[claireshaeffer]

Here are a few more images. These are from the press kit. Laura, the book is stunning with lots of photos, but none of the patterns.

 

[Rue_de_la_Paix]

Claire,

Thank you for posting those photos. I might be able to see the exhibit if I attend a wedding in NY this summer. I sure hope to try. I have been looking forward to this for years.

I have to ask, as I thought I saw a hat or 2 on the tables in the 1 photo you posted. Did they have any of his hats from his very early career? Most folks don't care a hoot about his hats, but you know me.....I have to know. I would hope they did include that part of his design inspiration.

 

[Linn]

I ordered the book on April 15rh from Amazon. The original shipping date was mid-June. I got a notice last week to expect it earlier. The estimate is now May 19- 23 - although it has not shipped, yet. I'm not going to be able to get to New York to see the exhibit so I'm looking forward to to the book.

Linn

 

[poppysvintageclothing]

Beautiful pieces.....It's nice to see the photo of the dress being worn and seeing it there as well. Really like that striped cape too!

 

[Circa Vintage Clothing]

Wow! Claire, thank you for the pics: the exhibition presentation and gowns are amazing. Wish I could pop over to NYC to see it but at least I can get the book.

 

[claireshaeffer]

Barbara, there were 4 or 5 hats. Sadly, that wasn't my primary interest.
Nicole, it's wonderful to see you again. C

 

[fuzzylizzie]

So exciting! Thanks for your thoughts and photos, Claire.