La Moda Romántica: Unveiling 19th-Century Fashion and Social Customs in the Romantic Era

This exhibition explores the social uses of fashion during the 19th century, a period of significant societal change. It showcases 22 original garments from the Romantic era, including gala, walking, and bridal dresses, alongside gentlemen's attire, contextualized within the museum's period rooms.

The exhibition 'La Moda Romántica' delves into fashion as a key social phenomenon of the 19th century, a time marked by transformative changes and the rise of the bourgeoisie. It highlights the 'social uses of the suit' during the Romantic period, where daily life was closely tied to strict social customs and protocol dictated appropriate attire for various activities and occasions. The exhibition traces the evolution of dress from the early 19th century through the reign of Isabella II, showcasing both women's and men's fashion. Visitors can expect to see a variety of garments, including tailcoats, tailcoats, and waistcoats for gentlemen, as well as women's walking, ball, and bridal dresses. The display emphasizes the dramatic changes in the female silhouette throughout the century, from the Empire style to the voluminous skirts of the 1860s, contrasting with the relatively stable male attire. The exhibition uniquely places these 19th-century garments within the museum's own period rooms, aiming to recreate the atmosphere in which they were originally worn, allowing visitors to imagine their historical context, from the ballroom to the bridal chamber.

All parallel activities are free with prior reservation by phone at 914481045 (Monday to Friday, 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM). Reservations for the current month can only be made once they are published on the Museo del Romanticismo website. General exhibition admission details are not provided on this page.