Paul Poiret: Fashion is a feast
The Musée des Arts Décoratifs presents its first major monograph dedicated to Paul Poiret (1879-1944), a key figure in Parisian haute couture at the beginning of the 20th century. Paul Poiret, regarded as the liberator of the female body for removing the corset, revolutionized fashion.
The exhibition Paul Poiret. Fashion is a Feast is an immersive journey into the creator’s rich universe, from the Belle Époque to the Roaring Twenties. It explores his creations in the fields of fashion, decorative arts, perfume, celebration, and gastronomy. Through 550 works (clothing, accessories, fine and decorative arts), the exhibition highlights his lasting influence and reveals the extent of his creative genius. It is a fascinating journey into the world of a man whose legacy continues to inspire contemporary fashion designers, from Christian Dior in 1948 to Alphonse Maitrepierre in 2024.
Photo by Christophe Dellière. Courtesy of the Musée des Arts décoratifs