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Silk, chiffon, and velvet fabrics work beautifully for these sophisticated settings

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AND the dress is supposed to be dry cleaned

We had our heart set on telling the story in that way and opening with this dress, so were delighted weve been able to see that mission through. The exhibition looks at fashions through the decades, from early pieces by Yves Saint Laurent, Christian Dior and Jean Muir to contemporary designers and brands such as Gareth Pugh, Simone Rocha and Off-White

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