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Moda en papel: Celebrating Decades of Paper Fashion Design in Güeñes Exhibition

This exhibition offers a fascinating retrospective on the historical paper dress contest tradition from Bizkaia.

The "Moda en papel" exhibition invites visitors to explore the rich history of the unique paper dress contest, a cherished tradition originating in Güeñes, Bizkaia, since 1958. Learn about this significant cultural event, one of the oldest of its kind in Spain, and its connection to the region's industrial past. Discover remarkable pieces from acclaimed designers that highlight the enduring artistry of paper fashion.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition presents a retrospective of the historical paper dress contest held since the 1950s in Güeñes, Bizkaia. It showcases outstanding pieces from the contest, highlighting the tradition of paper fashion design.

Curatorial context

The "Moda en papel" exhibition delves into the history of the paper dress contest, a tradition originating in Güeñes (Bizkaia) in 1958. This event is noted as one of the oldest of its kind in Spain, stemming from local popular will and connecting with the region's industrial heritage. The area, Las Encartaciones, was historically significant for its mining and textile industries, with the Encartada textile factory established in 1892 serving as a key reference. Today, the contest aims to preserve this tradition and engage young designers and fashion professionals in this nearly sixty-year-old event. The exhibition presents some of the most notable pieces created by designers such as Alberto Sinpatron, Ion Fiz, Javier Barroeta, Antonio Alvarado, María Clé, Mercedes de Miguel, and Alicia Rueda, celebrating the creativity and enduring legacy of paper fashion.

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Venue
Museum of Costume
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Mar 12, 2015 – Apr 12, 2015
Artist line / attribution
Featuring designs by Alberto Sinpatron, Ion Fiz, Javier Barroeta, Antonio Alvarado, María Clé, Mercedes de Miguel, and Alicia Rueda.
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