Events

Step into the refined world of Georgian elegance with Fashion & Masters: Deconstructing Dress in the 18th Century at the Timken Museum of Art. Discover the ins, outs, overs, and unders of eighteenth-century fashion in an illustrated talk by fashion historian Dr. Kimberly Chrisman-Campbell and live demonstration of dressing to impress in the Georgian era. Through period garments and engaging storytelling, explore how layers of clothing signaled status, etiquette, and identity in eighteenth-century society. This fascinating program reveals the artistry, craftsmanship, and social meaning woven into every ribbon, corset, and coat.

About the Speaker: 

Dr. Kimberly Chrisman-Campbell is a fashion historian, curator and journalist. She is the author of five books including Fashion Victims: Dress at the Court of Louis XVI and Marie-Antoinette. She teaches History of Couture at UCLA.

Program:
4:00 - 4:30 - Wine & Hors d’Oeuvres Reception
4:30 - 5:15 - Part One: Conversation with Dr. Kimberly Chrisman-Campbell
5:15 - 5:30 - Dessert Intermission
5:30 - 6:30 - Part Two: Live Demonstration of Georgian Era Fashion

This program features assigned seating, with priority placement reserved for Timken members.