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Discover 'La moda imposible': Avant-Garde Fashion and Aesthetic Innovation at the Museum of Costume

Explore the profound impact of conceptual and formal freedom in fashion from the 1960s to 2010.

The 'La moda imposible' exhibition at the Museum of Costume presents a captivating exploration of avant-garde fashion. It showcases innovative creations from the latter half of the 20th century, highlighting how design evolved from the 1960s onwards. Visitors can trace fashion's role as a medium for artistic and cultural expression, drawing from the museum's rich contemporary collections.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition showcases the most innovative avant-garde fashion creations from the last half-century, drawn from the Museum of Costume's own collections. It focuses on the conceptual and formal freedom that emerged in fashion from the 1960s onwards, exploring its role as a motor for aesthetic change and renewal.

Curatorial context

The exhibition 'La moda imposible: Moda de vanguardia en el Museo del Traje (1960-2010)' delves into the innovative spirit of fashion during the latter half of the 20th century, utilizing the rich holdings of the Museum of Costume. It posits that the definitive explosion of modernity in both creation and society, beginning in the central decades of the 20th century, profoundly impacted fashion. The exhibition highlights how, despite periods of conservatism, a conceptual and formal freedom persisted in creative work, continuing the transgressive aspects of fashion even as historical avant-gardes waned. The core objective of the exhibition is to convey the idea of creative avant-garde as a driving force for change and the renovation of aesthetic criteria. It features creations that represent this shift, demonstrating the evolution of fashion from a purely functional item to a significant medium of artistic and cultural expression. The exhibition traces this trajectory through the museum's contemporary fashion collections, aiming to inspire visitors with the groundbreaking designs and conceptual depth that have shaped modern fashion.

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The page mentions guided visits and a documentary cycle related to the exhibition, but does not provide specific ticketing or admission information for the exhibition itself. Visitors are directed to the museum for general information on access and timings. Further details on specific events can be found via provided links.

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Venue
Museum of Costume
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Feb 27, 2013 – Jun 30, 2013
Artist line / attribution
Curated by Juan Gutiérrez, with scientific collaboration from Lucina Llorente and coordination by Fátima García.
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