PAP(I)ER FASHION
April 30 – August 1 2010

“Pap(i)er Fashion” shows the fascinating history of paper cloths and clothes that, from the Swinging Sixties, first conquered America and then Europe. Paper clothes were used for PR purposes, to spread news, or to promote politicians and their campaign. They helped the fashion industry to create clever, disposable clothes for the fashion-conscious. However, this trend continued only for a few years, although clothes made of paper could, for centuries, be found in the most diverse of cultures. Today, paper once again plays a role in fashion: designers like working with this easily formable, versatile material. The exhibition shows traditional examples and, in addition, current designs by star designers such as Paco Rabanne or Issey Miyake.

An exhibition by Museum Bellerive in co-operation with the ATOPOS Cultural Organization, Athens.

Press photos can be obtained from now on: jacqueline.greenspan@zhdk.ch / +41 43 446 69 06