Explore the Fashion Legacy: Pedro del Hierro Exhibition at Museo Lázaro Galdiano, Madrid
Delve into the influential career of Pedro del Hierro, tracing his journey from master designer to an iconic Spanish brand.
The "Pedro del Hierro: del maestro a la marca" exhibition at Museo Lázaro Galdiano in Madrid showcases the remarkable evolution of this pivotal figure in Spanish fashion. Visitors can explore his innovative approach to design, his vision for making tailored and ready-to-wear collections widely accessible, and his significant impact on the industry. This presentation highlights garments and documents from his creative stages, celebrating both his personal journey and the brand's enduring relevance.
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Exhibition summary
This exhibition at the Museo Lázaro Galdiano traces the career of designer Pedro del Hierro, from his early work in the 1970s to the establishment of his brand. It explores his innovative approach to fashion, his vision for making tailored and ready-to-wear collections accessible, and his lasting influence on Spanish fashion.
Curatorial context
The exhibition "Pedro del Hierro: del maestro a la marca" at the Museo Lázaro Galdiano delves into the remarkable career of Pedro del Hierro (1948–2015), a pivotal figure in Spanish fashion. Opening the museum's autumn season and coinciding with the Apertura Madrid Gallery Weekend, the show, curated by Laura Cerrato in collaboration with La Fábrica, examines how del Hierro revolutionized the national industry from the mid-70s. He became the youngest designer to join the Spanish Fashion Chamber at 28, distinguishing himself by creating made-to-measure collections and a ready-to-wear line accessible to a broad female audience.
The exhibition highlights his keen understanding of the female form, his architectural use of color, and his daring fabric choices, all of which reflected a Spain transitioning towards freedom. It traces his journey from a budding creator to a visionary who partnered with commercial groups, notably Tendam (formerly Grupo Cortefiel) in 1999, to distribute his designs nationwide. The exhibit showcases the theatricality of his runway designs, characterized by asymmetry, artistic references, and masterful material manipulation, alongside the rational adaptation of garments for widespread availability. The legacy of Pedro del Hierro continues through successors like Carmen March, Nacho Aguayo, and Álex Miralles, who maintain the brand's spirit. The exhibition features garments and documents spanning del Hierro's creative stages, celebrating both his personal journey and the enduring relevance of the brand.
Admission and ticket notes
Admission to the exhibition is free. Visitors can purchase tickets for the museum and the exhibition through the provided link. The museum is open Tuesdays to Sundays from 9:30 to 15:00, with additional hours on Tuesdays to Fridays from 16:30 to 19:30.
Pedro del Hierro: del maestro a la marca key exhibition facts
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Venue
Museo Lázaro Galdiano
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Oct 6, 2024 – Nov 3, 2024
Artist line / attribution
Pedro del Hierro (designer), Laura Cerrato (curator), Nacho Aguayo (current creative director), Álex Miralles (current creative director), Carmen March (successor).
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