Poiret, King of Fashion: NOW at the Metropolitan Museum of Art

Poiret, Georges Lepape, Sorbet 1913

Poiret Pink Negligee, c.1920

Evening Gown worn by Denise Poiret, 1907

Photos Courtesy of Coutorture

The Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art has consistently fabulous exhibits and the newest, Poiret: King of Fashion, is no exception.

Poiret was an influential French designer during the early twentieth century, known best for luxurious oriental and Art Deco gowns though he also created a number of fashion firsts, including the brassiere (thanks, Paul!), culottes (damn you, Paul!) and sheath dresses.

Exhibition dates: May 9 – August 5, 2007

Location: Special exhibition galleries, first floor

Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1000 5th Ave at 82nd St.