Embrace the Opulence: Indian Embroidery Takes Center Stage in Global Fashion

High Fashion on View: The magic of shimmering sequins, intricate beadwork, and delicate embroidery elevates everyday garments into extraordinary fashion statements. These sophisticated techniques have captivated fashion lovers worldwide, yet few know their origin — India, the birthplace of these dazzling surface designs.

"Labor of Luxury: Embroidery from India to the World" is a CVAD Gallery exhibition that celebrates the artistry of Indian artisans, showcasing high-fashion garments adorned with intricate surface motifs. Featuring over 30 exquisite designs by renowned Indian and Euro-American fashion luminaries such as Ashish Gupta, Oscar de la Renta, Naeem Khan, Mary McFadden, Todd Oldham, Dries Van Noten, and Vera Wang, this exhibition invites you to explore the creativity, craftsmanship, and labor behind these luxurious creations.

Exhibition

"Labor of Luxury: Embroidery from India to the World"

Oct. 1, 2024 – Feb. 1, 2025

Exhibition Reception

Exhibition Reception

Oct. 24, 2024, 5–7 p.m.
5:30 p.m.: Remarks by Ashish Gupta, fashion designer, UNT Dean Karen Hutzel, CVAD, and Annette Becker, TFC director
CVAD Gallery, Art Building, Room 160, 1201 W. Mulberry, Denton, Texas
Free | Open to the Public | Complimentary food and beverages
Dress: Cocktail attire, especially with sequins and embellishments, is encouraged but not required!
Registration is encouraged, not required, through Eventbrite.

Gallery Hours

Tuesday through Saturday, Noon to 5 p.m., and

Thursday, Noon to 8 p.m.

Sunday–Monday: Closed

For university closures and additional information, visit the CVAD Hours and CVAD Gallery web pages.

Curated from the nationally recognized Texas Fashion Collection, an archive of nearly 20,000 garments and accessories housed at the UNT College of Visual Arts and Design, the exhibition highlights the fusion of tradition and innovation in fashion. It is a tribute to the artisans whose skillful hands bring designers' visions to life.

This celebration of artistry is made possible through the generous support of artifact donors, designer Ashish Gupta, the Mercedes T. Bass Charitable Corporation, the Denton Visual Arts Center, and the UNT Mary Jo and V. Lane Rawlins Fine Arts Series.

For those eager to delve deeper into the world of Indian embroidery and its global influence, contact Annette Becker, director of the Texas Fashion Collection, at cvad.tfc@unt.edu.

Prepare to be enchanted by the opulent world of Indian embroidery, where luxury and craftsmanship intertwine!