I was feeling a little down & homesick after arriving in Paris so decided to go for a dose of couture to cheer myself up. And what an amazing exhibition it was. Housed in the Bourdelle museum, haute couture stood regally amidst sculptures by the famous student of Rodin. Madame Gres was a famous couturier in the early 20th century, making dresses for the likes of Cecil Beaton. She is well-known for her draped dresses & pleats.
Evening gown in crepe. The main hall was just breathtaking... imagine high ceilings, HUGE sculptures & dresses standing serenely amidst the grandeur... i could not help but be swept up right away.
This room was the most beautiful of all, the atelier of Bourdelle was preserved in all its dark musty glory & gorgeous couture dresses stood in the middle of history.
Love the colours!
My 2 favorites... just look at the details!
There were little courtyards everywhere in the museum with Bourdelle's sculptures & places to just sit down & rest. It was a quiet afternoon & i was lucky to have caught the exhibition cos they extended it to August. If u are ever in Paris these couple days... please go! You have to see it x
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