A Day in L.A.- DVF Exhibit

Wrap it up if you're in LA

LACMA has extended their "Journey of A Dress" exhibit dedicated to Diane Von Furstenberg and the wrap dress.  I was surprised to learn that Diane didn't actually invent the dress, or the form since she is always linked it with it.  There are a few predecessors that had already been designing similar styles in the 1930's and 1940's though perhaps because the silhouette at that time was more suit based and structured, the wrap dress didn't have its moment until the 1970's.  It is synonymous with the sexual revolution of that time and found its heyday.  Today it is still a very feminine and sexy piece.  It hugs in all the right spots and is probably the most comfort you'll find for style.  I loved seeing all the varying unique designs from tops, to gowns, vintage mixed with contemporary.  The prints and patterns themselves are dazzling eye candy.  If the wrap dress were a hairstyle, it would be the "Farrah".  Flirty, with movement, very reminiscent of an era pushing boundaries and constantly being revamped and referenced.  

The exhibit has been extended to May 1, 2014.  
For more information on the exhibit - http://www.dvf.com/wrap40/