Couturissime exhibition is the first time that Thierry Mugler’s work is being presented in an exhibition. This was a reason why taking the train down from Berlin was definitely worth it.
You get to see over 150 incredible costume designs, photographs and videos including this master’s works of art. For me this exhibition goes beyond fashion because what Mugler has created is not just clothing, but artworks that you could exhibit as standalone pieces in any museum and they would be admired as such. The craftsmanship is simply astonishing. Of course, the exhibition space itself was another wow factor accentuating all these exquisite artworks in all the right angles.
What immedialy strikes you upon entering the exhibition is the vast number of materials Mugler has worked with, from metal to rubber, which is unusual for a fashion designer.
Reading about his life and career I realised that he was the originator of so many fashion ideas that were just copied by others over time. I’m glad we now have this exhibition to set the record straight and to simply admire the genius of Mugler.
The exhibition has been prolonged until February 28 2021, so if the covid situation allows it, make sure not to miss this gem of an exhibition if you find yourself in Munich.
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