During my recent blogging absence, I was lucky enough to make my first visit to the Fashion and Textile Museum in London with my Mum. Both dress lovers, we were absolutely in our element viewing the collection of stunning gowns from the sixties onwards. Whilst I am more a 1940's/50's fan, you simply cannot deny how beautiful the creations are and the history they hold.
Each dress had been donated; some from the personal collections of the designers and others from prized collections of very lucky ladies. Some had even been donated by royalty, as they famously dressed Diana, Princess of Wales.
I will begin with a picture of my absolute favourite of them all! This slinky number is so elegant and the attention to detail up close was amazing. One can only imagine how amazing someone like Rita Hayworth would have looked in this.
I adore the effortless, Elizabeth Taylor esque, late sixties silhouettes of the dresses below.
The picture behind this stunning green dress is of the red dress below; what a silhouette!
And finally, the most incredible wedding dress- just look at that train! What a feeling it must have been to wear such a beautiful dress walking up the aisle.
It is safe to say that both my Mum and I had serious dress envy by the time we had seen them all!
I really recommend that you go and take a look if you have time. Incredibly reasonable entry of £8 really allows for an inspirational wander around some wonderful dresses that left me wishing for something just half as glamorous! You had best be quick though; the exhibition does end on 11th January!
You can find more information by clicking on this link to the Fashion and Textile Museum website.
If you have been, I would love to hear your opinions and which was your favourite!
Hannah xxx
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I would love to know what you think! I will try to answer any questions as soon as possible. Hannah x