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    Fabulous 70s: a celebration of Melbourne fashion

    Step back into 1970s Melbourne and explore the era’s bold fashion.

    Curator: Diane Soumilas

    Step back into 1970s Melbourne and explore the era’s bold fashion.

    Discover iconic designs by leading fashion designers and labels including Prue Acton, Jenny Bannister, Sally Browne, Clarence Chai, Mr Simon, Miss Hartnell, Leon Haskin, Elvie Hill, Van Roth, Norma Tullo and others.

    From vibrant colours and striking patterns to experimental styles, the exhibition reflects a time of creativity, individuality and cultural change.

    Featuring garments, accessories, photography and archival material from public and private collections, this exhibition invites all ages to explore, connect and be inspired by the distinctive style of the decade — from bohemian to disco and beyond.

    Athol Shmith | No title (Fashion illustration. Two models with wooden sculpture) (1970s) Gelatin silver photograph 50 x 39 cm (image) National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne Presented through The Art Foundation of Victoria by the Shmith Family, Governor, 1995 © Estate of Athol Shmith Courtesy Kalif Rolf Contemporary Art

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