Annual Review 2023/24
Welcome to the Westminster Menswear Archive Annual Review for the 2023/24 academic year. This comprehensive report highlights a transformative year for the Archive, showcasing our growing influence within the world of fashion, research, and education.
Key Highlights:
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Exhibitions: Explore our most impactful exhibitions, including Umbro 100: Sportswear x Fashion, which marked the centenary of one of Britain's most iconic sportswear brands. Discover how our collection contributed to major international exhibitions at institutions like the V&A Dundee and Nieuwe Instituut, Rotterdam.
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Research: Delve into our academic contributions, including the AHRC-funded Locating Menswear initiative, which investigates the cultural and industrial links between British menswear hubs.
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Acquisitions and Donations: Learn about significant new additions to the Archive, including garments from Massimo Osti Studio and vintage items from iconic brands like Mr Fish and Dirk Bikkembergs.
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Collaborations: Read about our ongoing partnerships with leading fashion brands, including a tailoring project with Alexander McQueen, providing students with unique insights into McQueen’s cutting techniques.
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Publications: This year saw the release of Inside the Westminster Menswear Archive, a detailed visual guide featuring over 140 key garments from our collection, published by Bloomsbury.
For more information about our collections, exhibitions, or to enquire about research access, please contact us at mensweararchive@westminster.ac.uk