"Fashion and Technology"

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The Museum at FIT

Until Wed May 8

Photograph: Smiljana Peros

Black velvet evening dress with contrast deep green satin CF neckline insert, pointed side panels and large CF hemline bow; decollete sweetheart neckline with narrow shoulder straps; closely fitted floor-length sheath with trumpet hem; diagonal RB zipper
Photograph: Smiljana Peros

Black velvet evening dress with contrast deep green satin CF neckline insert, pointed side panels and large CF hemline bow; decollete sweetheart neckline with narrow shoulder straps; closely fitted floor-length sheath with trumpet hem; diagonal RB zipper
Photograph: Smiljana Peros

The "Cyber Suit," hooded nylon/spandex knit catsuit printed with "Op-art" circle pattern in gold, olive, purple and gray, engineered to body contours; square back appliqué panel with "cyber" face; padded shoulders; attached feet with open toe; CF exposed
Photograph: Smiljana Peros
Photograph: Smiljana Peros
Photograph: Smiljana Peros
Photograph: Smiljana Peros
Photograph: Smiljana Peros
Photograph: Smiljana Peros
Photograph: Smiljana Peros

Photograph: Smiljana Peros

Black velvet evening dress with contrast deep green satin CF neckline insert, pointed side panels and large CF hemline bow; decollete sweetheart neckline with narrow shoulder straps; closely fitted floor-length sheath with trumpet hem; diagonal RB zipper

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Time Out says

Mon Nov 19 2012

This display looks at innovations that altered the course of fashion, from game changers like the sewing machine and synthetic fibers to modern developments such as fashion-design software and globalized production. Featuring 18th- to 21st-century examples from the museum's collection, the exhibit highlights materials and accessories alongside pieces by designers including Elsa Schiaparelli and André Courrèges.

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Name:
The Museum at FIT
Address:
The Museum at FIT Seventh Ave
Chelsea
New York

Cross Street:
at 27th St
Phone:
212-217-4558
Website:
fitnyc.edu/museum
Opening hours:
Tue–Fri noon–8pm, Sat 10am–5pm
Transport:
Subway: 1 to 28th St
Map
1. The Museum at FIT
  - Seventh Ave
    Chelsea
    New York
  - 212-217-4558
  - fitnyc.edu/museum
  - 40.751680,-73.990190