Fashion in the Palm of Your Hand
The exhibition Fashion in the Palm of your Hand is the culmination of the innovative creativity of Central Saint Martins combined with the solid tradition of The Fan Museum, the first museum in the world exclusively dedicated to fans.
Be inspired to learn the forgotten art of flirty fan language.....
Threatening movements with fan closed: "Do not be so imprudent."
CHY SANTEME-SAN
Dior Haute Couture Spring Summer 2007. Designed by John Galliano.
Fan in left hand, in front of face:
"I am desirous of your acquaintance."
Berkeley Hotel
Advertising fan for the Berkeley Hotel, French, c. 1920s Helene Alexander Collection 893 The Fan Museum, London.
Fan in right hand in front of face: "Follow me."
Masquerade Fan, English, c. 1740, The Fan Museum, London
Hiding the eyes behind an open fan: "I love you."
Fashion in the Palm of Your Hand, The Fan Museum, 12 Crooms Hill, Greenwich, London, SE10 8ER Tel: 02083051441
Friday 6th June 2008 – Sunday 26th October 2008.
The Fan Museum is open to the public Tuesday to Saturday from from 11am to 5pm, and Sunday from 12noon to 5pm. Admission charges: £4.00 (adults), £3.00 (concessions).
Fee for OAPs and disabled on Tuesday from 2pm (except for groups). Free for children under 7.
Fan in right hand in front of face:
DOLORE-SAN
Dior Haute Couture Spring Summer 2007. Designed by John Galliano.
Half-opened fan pressed to the lips:
"You may kiss me."
