10 Dresses You Need To See At The Viktor & Rolf Ngv Exhibition
The National Gallery of Victoria recently unveiled its latest exhibition, Viktor & Rolf: Fashion Artists, featuring a curated selection of over 40 exquisite haute couture garments, 22 handcrafted porcelain dolls dressed in miniaturised couture, and never-before-seen tapestries. The exhibit also includes archival video and photographs that offer a unique glimpse into the creative process of these fashion innovators.
As we stepped into their world, we were struck by the beauty, imagination, and playfulness that Viktor & Rolf’s designs evoke. Having always been outsiders in the fashion world, they have consistently pushed boundaries through their ‘wearable art’ approach. In this Top 10 selection, we’re thrilled to share our favourite pieces from the exhibition, each one a testament to the duo’s innovative spirit and ability to inspire.
Hyeres
The inaugural dress created by Viktor & Rolf marks a significant milestone in their collaborative journey, symbolizing the spark that ignited a creative partnership that would go on to produce some of the most innovative and provocative designs in the fashion world.
Russian Doll Collection
When Viktor & Rolf debuted their innovative collection, they opted for a striking presentation: layering each dress upon the next to create an imposing silhouette on the runway model. The result was nothing short of astonishing – with the model ultimately bearing the weight of over 70 kilograms of fabric!
Red Carpet Dress
In their Red Carpet Collection for Fall 2014, designers drew inspiration from an intriguing phenomenon: the cyclical appearance of Haute Couture designs on red carpets globally. Rather than creating a dress for the red carpet, they decided to flip the script and craft a dress with actual red carpet, blurring the lines between fashion and film.
Red Carpet Coat
As part of the esteemed Red Carpet Collection, this striking coat made its debut during Fall 2014. Its sophisticated design and refined aesthetic were clear nods to the collection’s luxurious standards.
Shalom Dress
Cutting Edge Dress
The dress, a stunning piece from the brand’s Spring 2010 Ready-to-Wear collection, boasted a bold and edgy aesthetic with its title, ‘Cutting Edge’, perfectly encapsulating the essence of innovative fashion design.
Cutting Edge Pink Dress
From the archives, we revisit a timeless piece from the Chanel’s Spring 2010 Ready-to-Wear collection, aptly titled ‘Cutting Edge’. This iconic design marked a pivotal moment in the brand’s fashion trajectory, showcasing Karl Lagerfeld’s innovative approach to haute couture.
Grey Cape Hanging Dress
The Fall 2007 Ready-to-Wear Collection by Viktor & Rolf saw the light of day with a striking conceptual fashion piece that showcased the brand’s bold and creative approach to design.
Wearable Art Dress
Viktor & Rolf’s creative vision is renowned for transforming fashion into wearable masterpieces. Their 2015 Autumn-Winter Haute Couture collection showcased an innovative range of dresses that blurred the lines between art and attire, exemplifying their expertise in crafting stunning pieces that can be both seen and worn.
HRH Mabel van Oranje-Nassau’s Wedding Dress
Experience the fascinating fusion of fashion and art at the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) International, located at 180 St Kilda Road in Melbourne, Australia. From October 21, 2016 to February 26, 2017, Viktor&Rolf: Fashion Artists will be on display, offering a unique opportunity to witness the creative convergence of these two seemingly disparate worlds.
With tickets now available for purchase on the NGV website, don’t miss your chance to immerse yourself in this visually stunning and thought-provoking exhibition.
