Louvre-Lens exhibits connection between art and fashion

The Louvre-Lens museum is hosting a new exhibition called "The Art of Dressing: Dressing Like an Artist." This show looks at the connection between art and fashion. It opens on March 26 and will run until July 21. Curators Annabelle Ténèze and Olivier Gabet have put together over 200 works for the exhibition. This includes fashion items, sculptures, photographs, and paintings. The exhibit explores how artists and designers influence each other. Notable designers like Yves Saint Laurent and iconic artists like Van Gogh are highlighted. Visitors to the exhibit will walk through rooms that feature different themes. One room shows the clothes that famous painters wore, while another displays designs inspired by their work. To create an interactive experience, guests will navigate through mirrors inspired by Alexander McQueen’s runway show. This is meant to encourage them to think about their own clothing choices. The exhibition also discusses collaborations between artists and designers, such as Marc Bohan from Dior and Andy Warhol. It reveals how various forms of art and fashion have mixed over time. Tickets for the exhibition can be purchased in advance on the Louvre-Lens website.