Look 4, F* this I am going to Paris, coat and dress
2019 {spring-summer 2019}
Medium
cotton/nylon (tulle), metal, polypropylene (crinoline), plastic
Measurements
(a) 175.0 cm (centre back) 66.0 cm (sleeve length) (coat)
(b) 166.0 cm (centre back) 30.0 cm (waist, flat) (dress)
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Purchased with funds from the David Richards Estate, 2020
Gallery location
Not on display
About this work
This work exemplifies John Galliano’s technical prowess and fondness for bias-cutting in a historic homage to Empress Josephine and Lolita. Merging literary inspiration with a historical figure resulted in a collection that featured dramatic and ornate designs alongside youthful and whimsical elements. The collection opened with dresses such as this, which Galliano likened to the cotton muslin gowns worn by Josephine in the early nineteenth century. He referred to these dresses as the ‘Josephine muslins’.
Artwork Details
Place/s of Execution
Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Accession Number
2020.1.a-b
Department
International Fashion and Textiles