Featuring over 400 clothing pieces, accessories, portraits, caricatures, and artifacts, this exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs examines pivotal moments of fashion rebellion, challenging dress codes, societal norms, and moral boundaries.
Iconic disruptors like women's trousers, men's skirts, women's tuxedos, miniskirts, baggy pants, blue jeans, and hoodies have all shattered conventions, drawing fierce criticism, public outrage, and even outright bans upon their debut.
Too short or too long, too fitted or too loose, too revealing or too modest, too feminine for men or too masculine for women—these garments boldly transgressed established orders.
This captivating exhibition offers an insightful, accessible lens on the codes, values, and taboos shaping Western society through fashion.
Proper attire required, when the garment causes a scandal
Until April 23
Museum of Decorative Arts
107 rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris
Tel: 01 44 55 57 50
