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Yahoo
6 days ago
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- Yahoo
From Princess Diana to Tupac: London exhibition celebrates Gianni Versace's dazzling fashion legacy
Arches London Bridge is hosting the UK's largest-ever exhibition of Gianni Versace's work, celebrating the designer's bold legacy from the 1980s to his death in 1997. First shown in Berlin in 2018, the "Gianni Versace Retrospective" now features 450 iconic items - including clothing, sketches, perfumes, and photos - many worn by British icons like Princess Diana, Elton John, Kate Moss and US rapper Tupac Shakur. The show highlights Versace's lasting influence on celebrity culture, fashion collaborations, and his unmistakable creations of the '90s. Related Prada Group buys Versace fashion house from its US owner in €1.25bn deal "We can look back now at the '90s and see how prolific his designs were and how important they were - both culturally and the look of the '90s, but also as an influencer, a craftsman and an artist who was bringing celebrities in, doing collabs like we see every day now," explained Liz Koravos, managing director of Arches London Bridge. It runs until 1 March 2026. Check out the video in the main window for a look inside the exhibition. Solve the daily Crossword
Euronews
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Euronews
Inside the UK's biggest showcase of Versace's iconic fashion designs
Arches London Bridge is hosting the UK's largest-ever exhibition of Gianni Versace's work, celebrating the designer's bold legacy from the 1980s to his death in 1997. First shown in Berlin in 2018, the "Gianni Versace Retrospective" now features 450 iconic items - including clothing, sketches, perfumes, and photos - many worn by British icons like Princess Diana, Elton John, Kate Moss and US rapper Tupac Shakur. The show highlights Versace's lasting influence on celebrity culture, fashion collaborations, and his unmistakable creations of the '90s. "We can look back now at the '90s and see how prolific his designs were and how important they were - both culturally and the look of the '90s, but also as an influencer, a craftsman and an artist who was bringing celebrities in, doing collabs like we see every day now," explained Liz Koravos, managing director of Arches London Bridge. It runs until 1 March 2026. Check out the video in the main window for a look inside the exhibition.
Time Out
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
A major Gianni Versace exhibition is opening in London this summer
If you've seen the American Crime Story series on his assassination, you'll know something of the story of Gianni Versace, the socialite, businessman and fashion designer who founded one of Italy's most respected luxury fashion houses. Born in Calabria in 1946, Versace worked in his family's tailor shop before moving to Milan to establish his eponymous label in 1978. Over the following two decades, he became one of the fashion industry's most powerful and influential figures before his untimely death in 1997, dressing everyone from Liz Hurley, Naomi Campbell and Kate Moss to Princess Diana, Elton John and George Michael. Some of those iconic looks will feature in a major retrospective of the designer arriving in London this summer. Opening at The Arches in London Bridge on Wednesday July 16, Gianni Versace Retrospective will feature over 450 items, including original garments and accessories, personal sketches, interviews and photographs, many of which have never been displayed in the UK before now. Central to the exhibition is a vibrant chronology of looks charting showcasing Versace's craftsmanship, innovation and immediately recognisable aesthetic across 21 collections, from Spring/Summer 1988 to Autumn/Winter 1997-98, the last show before Versace was murdered in 1997. Amongst there pieces on display will be examples of the designer's most iconic motifs, from daring designs referencing bondage, to the opulent baroque-inspired prints that are still synonymous with the brand today. Previous iterations of the exhibition have already toured to the Netherlands, Poland, Germany, Sweden and Spain, but speaking of the London opening, curator Karl von der Ahe, said 'Bringing this retrospective to London feels especially meaningful. Gianni Versace's bold, unapologetic vision revolutionised fashion, and this city—so rich in creativity and cultural influence—provides the perfect stage to celebrate his legacy. We're thrilled to share these iconic pieces in one of the world's fashion capitals.' Tickets for the exhibition are £23, and will be available via a presale on Tuesday May 20 to those signing up via the exhibition's website, before going on general sale the following day.
Observer
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Observer
Versace exhibition to feature pieces worn by Princess Di, Kate Moss
A retrospective exhibition of the work of Gianni Versace is to feature 450 items from the fashion designer's career, including clothes worn by Princess Diana, Kate Moss, and Elton John. The "Gianni Versace Retrospective," held at Arches London Bridge, will also showcase pieces worn by the likes of Naomi Campbell, George Michael, and Liz Hurley, many of which have never been displayed before, when it opens on 16th July. It will also explore how Versace's work was inspired by London and his friendships with Elton John and Diana, featuring 21 collections from Spring/Summer 1988 to Autumn/Winter 1997-1998 on display. Liz Koravos, managing director of Arches London Bridge, said: "Arches London Bridge is delighted to host this opulent journey through the life and career of Gianni Versace. "As a genius of his time, it's fascinating to see these incredible collections assembled under the curved arches of the venue. "Gianni Versace ties to so much in modern culture, and his legacy is enduring—a mark of a talented designer. "Versace was a pioneer in collaborative art, something that is commonplace these days. The crossover between fashion, music, pop culture, fine art, antiquities, sculpture, and the rise of the supermodel is all encapsulated in his work. "The biggest collection of vintage Versace to ever visit the UK will give visitors a kaleidoscopic view of the 90s. It's not to be missed." Tickets will go on general sale on 21st May, with a pre-sale being held beforehand. Versace was murdered in 1997, leaving his sister Donatella to shape the brand's modern identity. She stepped down from her role as chief creative officer in March this year, being replaced by Dario Vitale. In recent years, the brand has created designs beloved by the likes of Dua Lipa, Angelina Jolie, and Sabrina Carpenter. Versace is celebrated as an iconic fashion designer combining bold colours and classical art elements. He significantly impacted popular culture by collaborating with celebrities and supermodels, helping to elevate their status. The Medusa logo symbolizes the brand's allure, reflecting Versace's love for mythology. He blurred the lines between fashion and art, making his collections statements rather than just clothes. —PA Media/dpa
Fashion United
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Fashion United
Gianni Versace exhibition coming to London
The major Gianni Versace Retrospective exhibition, which has already visited the Netherlands, Poland, Germany, Sweden and Spain, is coming to London this summer featuring the largest collection of vintage Gianni Versace designs ever to be displayed in the UK. The Gianni Versace Retrospective will bring more than 450 original vintage garments and accessories, including those worn by Princess Diana, Kate Moss, Naomi Campbell, Sir Elton John, and George Michael, alongside personal sketches, interviews and photographs to the showcase the designer's craftsmanship, innovation, and unmistakable aesthetic. The exhibition will open at Arches London Bridge on July 16 and promises to offer fashion fans in the UK access to 'an era-defining collection of fashion masterpieces,' many of which have never been displayed in the UK before. Gianni Versace Retrospective exhibition in Malaga, featuring Kate Moss Credits: Gianni Versace Retrospective by Paula Caballero Curator Karl von der Ahe from Dreamrealizer, said in a statement: 'Bringing this retrospective to London feels especially meaningful. Gianni Versace's bold, unapologetic vision revolutionised fashion, and this city - so rich in creativity and cultural influence - provides the perfect stage to celebrate his legacy. We're thrilled to share these iconic pieces in one of the world's fashion capitals." Gianni Versace Retrospective to open in London on July 16 Organisers add that the exhibition has been updated and expanded for the UK and will offer a unique retrospective, which celebrates a visionary designer whose groundbreaking work catapulted the Versace brand to international success that has sustained almost 30 years after his death. The exhibit will offer a vibrant chronology of looks on display from 21 collections, from spring/summer 1988 to autumn/winter 1997-98, including opulent baroque prints to daring bondage designs, alongside original catwalk show footage, videos, magazines and photographs. Gianni Versace Retrospective exhibition in Malaga Credits: Gianni Versace Retrospective Liz Koravos, managing director of Arches London Bridge, added: 'Arches London Bridge is delighted to host this opulent journey through the life and career of Gianni Versace. As a genius of his time, it's fascinating to see these incredible collections assembled under the curved arches of the venue. Gianni Versace ties to so much in modern culture and his legacy is enduring, a mark of a talented designer. Versace was a pioneer in collaborative art, something that is commonplace these days. 'The crossover between fashion, music, pop culture, fine art, antiquities, sculpture and the rise of the supermodel is all encapsulated in his work. The biggest collection of vintage Versace to ever visit the UK will give visitors a kaleidoscopic view of the 90's. It's not to be missed.' Gianni Versace Retrospective exhibition in Malaga Credits: Gianni Versace Retrospective
