Met’s Costume Institute – China: Through the Looking Glass – Part 1 – Reds

The Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art debuted its most impressive exhibition since Alexander McQueen’s Savage Beauty. The new show is China: Through the Looking Glass and explores the impact of Chinese aesthetics on Western fashion. The Costume Read More …

Met’s Costume Institute – China: Through the Looking Glass – Part 2 – Blues

While there are stunning pieces throughout the Met’s China: Through the Looking Glass exhibition, my favorites were the pieces inspired by Ming vases.  The whole room glows in cobalt.  Each piece is faithfully inspired and stunning. All photos taken with Canon G7 Read More …

Met’s Costume Institute – China: Through the Looking Glass – Part 3 – Blacks

Met’s China: Through the Looking Glass exhibition is so massive that there is something different in every room.  This group features strong blacks. All photos taken with Canon G7 x Met’s Costume Institute – China: Through the Looking Glass – Part Read More …

Met’s Costume Institute – China: Through the Looking Glass – Part 4 – Golds

The Met’s China: Through the Looking Glass exhibition mixes high fashion and historic Chinese works of art.  If you have ever walked through the Asian Arts Department of the Metropolitan Museum of Arts, you will love the level detail and respect Read More …