From Punk to Haute Couture, Explore the Career of British fashion Pioneer, Stephen Jones Through 170 Iconic Hats
“STEPHEN JONES, CHAPEAUX D’ARTISTE”: 19 OCTOBER 2024 TO 16 MARCH 2025 AT PALAIS GALLIERA, PARIS
It’s time to celebrate one of fashion’s true artists—Stephen Jones. Starting October 19, 2024, Paris’s Fashion Museum, Palais Galliera, will host “Stephen Jones, chapeaux d’artiste.” This immersive exhibition takes you through 45 years of groundbreaking millinery. it’s a peek into the mind of a visionary who has turned the simple hat into high art.
With more than 170 hats on display, Jones‘ creations are bold statements that have graced the runways of Jean Paul Gaultier, John Galliano, and Vivienne Westwood. Expect to see iconic designs that have shaped fashion, from avant-garde creations to modern twists on classic styles.
When you step into the exhibition, you’re immediately transported to Jones’ early days in 1980s London. Picture this: the punk scene is fading, and new wave is taking over. Jones burst onto the scene with hats that were as rebellious as the music of the era. He made headpieces for bands like Spandau Ballet and Visage, his bold designs reflecting the spirit of the time. And then came the turning point—Boy George, a fez, and a music video. Jean Paul Gaultier saw it and asked Jones to create for him. That moment led to Jones becoming a mainstay in Parisian haute couture.
ICONS, ROYALS, AND BOLD TRANSFORMATIONS: STEPHEN JONES’ MUST-SEE CREATIONS
What should you look for? Start with Le Rose Royce, a black hat topped with a striking red rose. It’s a perfect fusion of English sophistication and Parisian edge. Then there’s the reimagined beret, a nod to both tradition and innovation. You’ll also find creations Jones made for royalty—yes, Princess Diana herself wore his hats—and designs that have graced the runway of Dior for over 30 years.
One of the most exciting parts of the exhibition is seeing Jones’s ability to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary. Whether it’s a top hat, a fez, or a beret, his pieces are always unexpected, always daring.
As you move through the exhibition, you’ll get a sense of how Jones draws inspiration from everything around him—art, music, history, even everyday objects. He’s always evolving, always looking for the next challenge.
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