Ensemble
fall/winter 2000–1
Materials
(a) wool, synthetic fiber, (b) cotton, plastic, (c) cotton, (d) leather, metal, (e, f) leather, (g, h) metal, (i) plastic, wool
House / label
Walter Van Beirendonck
Collection
fall/winter 2000–1
Archive reference
2020.43a–i
Behind the design
The Revolution collection drew on Les Incroyables, whose exaggerated tailoring challenged conventions in post-revolutionary France. Van Beirendonck translated that historical reference into bright color, floral fabrics and a sharply extended coat.