Fashion Face-Off
A new exhibit explores the fashion spectrum
An exhibition titled “Haute-à-Porter” at Belgium’s Fashion Museum Hasselt explores the evolving relationship between haute couture design and ready-to-wear clothes. Explaining his vision for the show, curator Filep Motwary said, “By mixing Haute Couture pieces with prêt-à-porter in the same space, I don’t want to suggest comparison but to express the harmony between them. I want this exhibition to be a visual evaluation where visitors will appreciate the work from both calibers and decide the verdict themselves: is there a final line between the two?” Included in the exhibition are garments and photographs featuring a wide variety of designers from Dior, Chanel, Gucci and Lanvin to Vivienne Westwood, Rick Owens and Dries Van Noten. The show runs through Sept. 11.
