Mar 20 2010
Barbie Fashion 1959-1966
February 9 to April 18, 2010
Taking off in the 1960s, Barbie became a model of refinement for millions of girls around the globe. Elegant suits inspired by Balanciaga, splendid Balmain-style sheath dresses, sumptuous evening gowns à la Dior. Between 1959 and 1966, the famous doll dazzled the world with her chic, wide-ranging wardrobe.
The exhibition is arranged around seven themes sure to bring back happy childhood memories: Barbie’s Closet, Shopping, Suits, Cocktail Dresses, The Photo Shoot, Ball Gowns and Evening Dresses, and The Collector.
Always a trend-setter, this iconic figure has influenced fashion for more than 50 years. Barbie and Fashion. 1959-1966 features some of her most memorable looks in a playful complement to the exhibition The Golden Age of Couture. Paris and London 1947-1957.
QUICK FACT: SINCE 1959, 105 MILLION YARDS OF FABRIC HAVE GONE INTO MAKING BARBIE AND FRIENDS’ FASHIONS, MAKING MATTEL ONE THE LARGEST APPAREL MANUFACTURERS IN THE WORLD!
Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec
Parc des Champs-de-Batailles, Québec
418 643-2150
1 866 220-2150
