the art of display

Currently, at the V&A Museum there is an Elsa Schiaparelli exhibition tracing the fashion house’s groundbreaking origins and its evolution under current creative director Daniel Roseberry. Schiaparelli is known for its extravagant designs and revolutionary, surrealist fashion designs that blended art with clothing. 

Key Details: 

Closes 8th November 2026

V&A South Kensington

Cromwell Road

London, SW7 4RL

Tickets: Weekday £28.00 

              Weekend £30.00 

Similarly, there is a Vivienne Westwood exhibition based in The Bowes Museum. It is a multi-gallery exhibition honouring one of fashion’s most provocative and imaginative British designers, Vivienne Westwood. It features many pieces from rarely seen private collections. It offers an unprecedented glimpse into Westwood’s artistry, one that defied convention and challenged the fashion world. 

Key Details: 

Closes 6th September 2026

Barnard Castle

County Durham

DL12 8NP

Day Ticket: £19.50 (without Gift Aid) / £21.45 (with Gift Aid).

Local Membership: £17.70.

Under 18s, Full-time Students & Carers: FREE

A few of Elsa Schiaparelli’s designs on show in the V&A Museum.

Vivienne Westwood’s designs on display in The Bowes Museum.