Reigning Men: Fashion in Menswear, 1715–2015 | Museum Exhibition

This video follows Clarissa Esguerra, Assistant Curator, and Melinda Kerstein, Mount Maker in the Department of Costume & Textiles, while they get a mannequin dressed and ready for the exhibition “Reigning Men“. The ensemble shown here features a a silk embroidered coat that was made around 1800 in France. The exhibition “Reigning Men: Fashion in Menswear, 1715–2015“ explores the history of men’s fashionable dress from the eighteenth century to the present and re-examines the all-too-frequent equation of “fashion” with “femininity.” It’s on view at LACMA through August 21, 2016. More info: #ReigningMen --- About LACMA Located on the Pacific Rim, LACMA is the largest art museum in the western United States, with a collection of nearly 140,000 objects that illuminate 6,000 years of artistic expression across the globe. Committed to showcasing a multitude of art histories, LACMA exhibits and interprets works of art from new and unexpected points of view that are informed by the region’s rich cultural heritage and diverse population. LACMA’s spirit of experimentation is reflected in its work with artists, technologists, and thought leaders as well as in its regional, national, and global partnerships to share collections and programs, create pioneering initiatives, and engage new audiences. Connect with LACMA Subscribe for our latest videos: Explore our collection online: Plan your visit to LACMA: Support the museum and become a member: Follow us on social Facebook: Twitter: Tumblr: Pinterest: Instagram: