Elsa Schiaparelli

Shocking, witty and eccentric, the designs of Elsa Schiaparelli are among the most innovative and influential in the history of fashion. A true original, she collaborated with artists such a Salvador Dali and Man Ray, pioneered the runway show and designed costumes for film-stars from Mae West to Marlene Dietrich. She used film and stage as a publicity vehicle for her label, and her advertising graphics were far ahead of their time. 'Elsa Schiaparelli' presents the enduring legacy of this daring and visionary designer.