Vistiendo el tiempo: Fashion's Evolution in Tissot Watches and Museo del Traje Archives
This unique exhibition explored how Tissot designs mirrored evolving fashion sensibilities across eras.
The exhibition 'Vistiendo el tiempo' offered a comprehensive look at the intersection of watchmaking and fashion. Visitors experienced a journey through stylistic transformations from the 1850s to the 2000s. It highlighted Tissot's role in reflecting and influencing contemporary trends, alongside the historical collections of the Museo del Traje, showcasing design evolution.
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Exhibition summary
This exhibition explores the evolution of fashion history through the archives of Tissot watches and the Museo del Traje. It traces stylistic changes from the mid-19th century to the early 21st century, highlighting how Tissot's designs have reflected and interacted with contemporary fashion trends.
Curatorial context
The exhibition 'Vistiendo el tiempo' (Dressing Time) offers a unique journey through the history of fashion by examining the extensive archives of the Swiss watchmaking firm Tissot, founded in 1853, alongside the collections of the Museo del Traje. The exhibition highlights how Tissot's timepieces have not only adapted to their eras but have also mirrored and influenced evolving fashion sensibilities.
Beginning with Tissot's richly decorated pocket watches from 1853, the exhibition moves through the early 20th century, noting the shift to wristwatches coinciding with new fashion concepts from designers like Mariano Fortuny and Paul Poiret. The post-World War II era sees Tissot's 'One young lady and three matches' campaign reflecting societal changes, while the Navigator watch pioneers multi-time zone display. The cultural shifts of the 1960s and 70s, marked by the youth culture and space age, are reflected in Tissot's innovative use of materials with the Astrolon and vibrant Pinky models. The century closes with the 'dress for success' ethos and diverse trends like yuppism, grunge, and minimalism, represented by models like the Tissot TwoTimer and Soottsass. Finally, the exhibition touches upon the digital age, with the Tissot T-Touch and T-Touch Solar demonstrating technological advancements at the turn of the millennium. 'Vistiendo el tiempo' provides an opportunity to explore Tissot's archive, recognizing the brand as both a witness and an active participant in its time.
Admission and ticket notes
The exhibition 'Vistiendo el tiempo' is located in the monographic room on the first floor, within the permanent exhibition area. Specific ticketing details are not provided on this page, but it is associated with the Museo del Traje, suggesting standard museum admission policies may apply.
Vistiendo el tiempo key exhibition facts
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Venue
Museum of Costume
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Oct 29, 2015 – Jan 24, 2016
Artist line / attribution
The exhibition features designs from Tissot, a Swiss watchmaking firm founded in 1853, presented in conjunction with pieces from the Museo del Traje.
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