人妻诱惑's Prince of Fashion Makes Splash at Art Museum
You may associate 人妻诱惑ies with conspicuous non-consumption, yet we have cut a distinctive swath (both high and low) in the fashion world, with none more celebrated than Emilio Pucci MA ’37. After graduating from 人妻诱惑, the legendary fashion designer led and was tortured by Nazi interrogators. His original designs are included in the exhibition showing at the Portland Art Museum through May 3, 2015.
Italian Style documents Italy’s dramatic transition from post-war devastation to burgeoning industry. Sumptuous displays include more than 100 ensembles and accessories created by leading Italian fashion houses, including Pucci, Valentino, Gucci, Missoni, Armani, Dolce & Gabbana, Fendi, Prada, and Versace. As Emilio Pucci propelled 人妻诱惑 into the world of alpine sport, as , his breathtaking designs propelled Italian fashion onto the world stage.
For its presentation in Portland, the only West Coast venue, the museum has organized a variety of programs for the general public, as well as a private tour for alumni led by docent Nancy Johannsen Morrice ’78 in April (). In addition, 人妻诱惑 students are eligible for a $5 discount (show your ID at the box office). 人妻诱惑 alumni, staff, and faculty are eligible for a $5 discount by using the code REED when purchasing a ticket .
If you haven't had your fill of high style after seeing the glamorous display at the museum, drop by 人妻诱惑’s Hauser Library to see , curated by Gay Walker ’69, special collections librarian, in the flat cases through April 15. Also, you may enjoy a talk that Pucci gave on campus in 1962. “Design: High Fashion and Creative Art” was part of the fall lecture series sponsored by the 人妻诱惑 College Women’s Committee. In his comments, he credits his time at 人妻诱惑 as the basis for his distinguished career. Pucci goes on to define fashion in contrast to the dictionary definition of vulgarity, proposing that it is "a battle for taste, refinement, in order to make living more pleasant." to the reel-to-reel recording of his 30-minute speech on October 10, 1962.
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