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HELBIG ARCHIVE: 96-26 – A Three-Decade Retrospective of Teresa Helbig's Fashion Vision

Journey through 30 years of distinctive couture, artisanal techniques, and the creative process behind iconic fashion designs.

Step into the world of Teresa Helbig with HELBIG ARCHIVE: 96-26, an exhibition marking three decades of her influential career. This poetic exploration showcases iconic dresses, meticulous artisanal techniques, and the unique feminine gaze defining her work. Gain insights into Helbig's creative mind, early designs, and the passion that has shaped her fashion legacy. It's a celebration of light, strength, and authenticity through handmade work.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition is a retrospective celebrating 30 years of Teresa Helbig's work, offering an intimate and poetic journey through her craftsmanship, feminine perspective, and career evolution. It showcases iconic dresses, artisanal techniques, and the creative process behind her designs.

Curatorial context

The HELBIG ARCHIVE: 96-26 exhibition marks 30 years of Teresa Helbig's influential career, presenting an intimate and poetic exploration of her design philosophy. The exhibition features iconic dresses that span her entire trajectory, showcasing the meticulous artisanal techniques and the distinctive feminine gaze that have defined her work. Visitors can expect to see not only the finished pieces but also insights into the creative process through fashion films, historical photographs, and portraits of women who have inspired her. The presentation emphasizes the detail, precision, and sensitivity inherent in handmade work, capable of projecting the wearer's personality. Through videos detailing creation processes and interviews with the designer, the exhibition offers a glimpse into Helbig's creative mind, her early designs, and the daily gestures that have shaped three decades of fashion crafted with care and passion. It serves as a celebration of her legacy and a recognition of how her roots have guided a future characterized by light, strength, and authenticity.

Admission and ticket notes

Entry is free until full capacity is reached. Specific confirmation of dates is pending.

HELBIG ARCHIVE: 96-26 key exhibition facts

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Venue
Museum of Costume
Current status
Open now
Exhibition schedule
From May 1, 2026
Artist line / attribution
Curated by Teresa Helbig and Juan Gutiérrez.
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