Six eras of fashion history
From linen to couture
Ancient & Medieval Fashion
From the draped elegance of antiquity to the structured symbolism of the Middle Ages, fashion in this vast era was a powerful visual language of status, belief, and survival.
Renaissance & Early Modern Fashion
A period where fashion became a powerful visual language, reflecting societal shifts from medieval piety to opulent displays of wealth and status.
Baroque & Rococo Fashion
From the opulent grandeur of Versailles to the whimsical elegance of Rococo, this era's fashion reflected a society on the cusp of revolution.
Revolutionary & Romantic Fashion
From revolutionary simplicity to romantic grandeur, this era saw fashion reflect profound political and social upheaval, redefining dress for a new age.
Belle Époque to Modernism
From the opulent grandeur of the Belle Époque to the liberating simplicity of Modernism, this era witnessed fashion's radical transformation mirroring profound societal shifts.
Post-War to Contemporary Fashion
From post-war opulence to rebellious subcultures and globalized trends, this era reflects an ever-evolving dialogue between societal shifts and personal expression.
Today's story
Story of the Day
2000-Present · Contemporary Fashion
A New Masculinity: Bleu de Chanel
"A woody aromatic fragrance for the man who defies convention."
Bleu de Chanel offered a fresh, modern take on masculine fragrance. The launch was supported by a cinematic campaign directed by Martin Scorsese and starring Gaspard Ulliel. It quickly established itself as a pillar of the men's fragrance market.
Karl Lagerfeld
Bleu de Chanel Perfume (2010)
May 19
Today in Fashion History
On May 19, 1980, the world lost one of its most influential fashion icons: Roberto Capucci, the Italian couturier renowned for his sculptural and architectural designs, passed away. His visionary creations, often referred to as "fashion as art," consistently pushed the boundaries of silhouette and textile, leaving an indelible mark on haute couture and inspiring generations of designers to view clothing as a medium for artistic expression.
Fashion meets history
Stories behind the garments
The Corset's Last Stand and Liberation
From the rigid 'S-bend' to its eventual abandonment, the corset's journey reflects a century of changing ideals about women's bodies and freedom.
The Chemise à la Reine: Simplicity, Scandal, and a Shift in Style
A seemingly simple white cotton dress, worn by a queen, sparked outrage and controversy, yet ultimately heralded a new era of fashion. How could such an innocent garment cause such a stir?
The New Look: A Post-War Dream
After years of wartime austerity, Christian Dior unveiled a collection that redefined femininity and luxury, sparking a global fashion revolution.
The complete collection
The & Co. Series
Wolfgang & Co.
Classical Music
Six centuries of music, connected to the history that shaped it.
Pablo & Co.
Visual Art
Five thousand years of image-making, seen through the eyes of history.
Ernest & Co.
Literature
The writers who defined their age, from Homer to Hemingway.
Coco & Co.
Fashion
Six eras of fashion, tracing how what we wear has always reflected who we are.