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"Batas por sonrisas": A Unique Fashion Design Exhibition by Leading Spanish Designers

Discover how contemporary Spanish design merges with the "Doctor Smile" initiative to brighten children's hospital stays.

The "Batas por sonrisas" exhibition showcases 31 custom-designed medical gowns and shoes, a collaborative effort by leading Spanish fashion designers. This unique project, organized by Fundación Theodora, creatively merges high fashion with the heartwarming mission of bringing joy and comfort to hospitalized children. Visitors can explore the imaginative garments that transform ordinary medical wear into symbols of hope and smiles.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition showcases 31 'dream gowns' and some shoes created by prominent Spanish fashion designers, organized by the Fundación Theodora. The project aims to unite the world of 'Doctor Smile' with contemporary Spanish design to bring joy to hospitalized children.

Curatorial context

The exhibition 'Batas por sonrisas' (Gowns for Smiles) was inaugurated at the Museo del Traje. CI.P.E. on December 14th, running until January 15th. Organized by the Fundación Theodora, it features 31 gowns and some shoes designed by leading Spanish fashion figures. The project aligns with the current trend of customization in fashion, merging the magical world of the 'Doctor Smile' initiative with cutting-edge Spanish design. This endeavor is part of the foundation's activities celebrating its fifth anniversary in Spain, with all invited Spanish designers enthusiastically participating. Designers were encouraged to let their imagination flow, designing a gown that would make a child laugh and dream, a garment to help hospitalized children escape their reality. The participating designers include Adolfo Domínguez, Juana Martín, Jesús del Pozo, Agatha Ruiz de la Prada, and many others, all contributing to the mission of bringing smiles through art and design.

Admission and ticket notes

Information regarding ticketing or admission is not explicitly provided on this page. Visitors are directed to the official website of Fundación Theodora for more details on their mission and activities, and the exhibition is hosted by the Museo del Traje. CI.P.E., suggesting general museum admission policies may apply.

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Venue
Museum of Costume
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Dec 15, 2005 – Jan 15, 2006
Artist line / attribution
Features designs by Adolfo Domínguez, Juana Martín, Jesús del Pozo, Juste De Nin, Agatha Ruiz de la Prada, Josep Font, Amaya Arzuaga, Juan Duyos, Andrés Sardá, Kina Fernández, Angel Schlesser, Lemoniez, Antonio Miró, Lorenzo Caprile, Antonio Pernas, Miguel Palacio, Custo, Miriam Ocáriz, David Delfín, Paco Sifre (Lois), Devota & Lomba, Pedro del Hierro, Elio Berhanyer, Purificación García, Francis Montesinos, Roberto Torretta, Haníbal Laguna, Victorio & Lucchino, Lydia Delgado, Sara Navarro, and Javier Larraínzar.
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