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Worn: treasured clothing

Start Date
27 March 2026
End Date
21 March 2027
Venue
Rijksmuseum
Location
Amsterdam, Netherlands

In this intimate fashion presentation, 24 worn, altered and reused garments take centre stage. Signs of wear, repair and craftsmanship tell their story: from 17th-century embroidered mules to a dress worn for generations by the Six family.

WORN shows how clothing can lead a life of its own. In this presentation, you discover worn, repaired and altered pieces from the collection, dating from 1640 to 1930. Look closely and you’ll see traces of use: mending, soft wear and even sweat. Each detail reveals how garments were cherished and worn again across generations.