jeanne lanvin: haute couture heritage

The first exhibition in the U.S. dedicated to Jeanne Lanvin (b. 1867, Paris; d. 1946, Le Vésinet, France), Haute Couture Heritage showcases more than 60 garments, illustrations, and photographs spanning the height of her practice. Drawing from the collections of Fondation Azzedine Alaïa and Lanvin Heritage, the exhibition thoughtfully reflects on the couturier’s vast knowledge of silhouettes, fabric variations, and cutting techniques to highlight rich nuances in color, texture, transparency, and embellishment.

The virtuosity of Lanvin’s craftsmanship lies in her eye for details and expertise in appliqué work, inlays, topstitching, and embroidery. The pure, refined shapes of her signature robes de style, as well as the evocative graphic patterns of her evening coats and capes, harmonize with the delicacy and subtleties of the Art Deco movement. Lanvin’s distinctive ability to craft elegance with simplicity remains the hallmark of her house and enduring legacy.

Jeanne Lanvin: Haute Couture Heritage is curated by Gaël Mamine of Fondation Azzedine Alaïa in collaboration with Lanvin Archives, Parodi Costume Collection, and SCAD FASH creative director Rafael Gomes.