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| FASHION REDUX: 90 YEARS OF FASHION |
The San Diego History Center has a collection of more than 7,000 historic clothing and textiles in its archives—all meticulously wrapped and stored in boxes, drawers, and other containers. The extensive collection is rated as one of the ten best in the US. The items are not usually available for public viewing, however, nine of the garments are currently on display through June 29 at the Fashion Redux: 90 Years of Fashion Exhibition.
Since 2012, the San Diego History Center has teamed up with students
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FASHION REDUX FINALIST
STUDENT DESIGNER: BROOKE DRUEN
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from San Diego Mesa College School of Fashion and Design for this event. Early each spring, the students are invited to the history center and given an opportunity to view select designs from the historic collection in hopes of inspiration for their own design. Then they work diligently to create their own special garments—combining the past with contemporary trends in design, materials, and fabrication. Four finalists are chosen and given the opportunity to showcase their garments at the annual Fashion Redux event. This year's finalists are Brooke Druen, Jocelyn Soucedo, Anna Acosta, and Christiann Moore.
In addition to the attractive clothing displays, the surrounding walls of the exhibition room are adorned with dozens of large professional photos of models from the History Center's Photographic Collection. Another area is set a aside for children to creatively color their own designs and display them.
Demonstrations by students and professors from the school are ongoing throughout the exhibition—providing an opportunity to learn more about various aspects of design including hand patterns, beading, computer pattern design, needle felting, and fabric jewelry techniques. Refer to the schedule for times.
The premiere event, Fashion Redux Grand Reveal, will be held on April 26, 6:00-8:30 pm. It's a great
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HISTORIC COLLECTION
1920s to 1950s
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opportunity to meet fashion designers and to find out more about this fascinating profession. The winners will be announced and there will be a fashion show, light refreshments, and lecture by fashion expert Susan Lazear. One student will go home with the coveted People's Choice Award—decided by those in attendance. (Tickets: General Public-$25, Students-$10.)
The San Diego History Center, (Casa de Balboa, 1649 El Prado) is open daily 10 am to 5 pm. Free with "giving forward" donation.
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| STUDENT DESIGNER: ANNA ACOSTA |
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DRESS, c. EARLY 2000s
DESIGNER: JOHN GALLIANO FOR CHRISTIAN DIOR
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