Don’t miss this free event where the past and present converge in the art of the sleeve. We can’t wait to welcome you to a world where each fold tells a story.
Dramatic flair: Explore the world of puffed, ruffled, split, and sheer sleeves that have dominated the trends for the last decade.
Fashion cycles: Discover how these expressive styles have revolved through the fashion world over centuries.
Craftsmanship & creativity: Appreciate the complexity of sleeve design and the boundless imagination it inspires in designers.
Organized innovation: Rather than a chronological journey, witness a unique setup by sleeve types—from gigot to raglan.
Material and magic: See how variations in fabric, form, decoration, and function have allowed designers to reinvent sleeves time and again.
Over sixty styles: All from the museum’s permanent collection, highlighting the transformative power of sleeves in defining fashion across eras.
This is more than a fashion exhibition; it’s a voyage through time and creativity. “Statement Sleeves” is a testament to the transformative power of sleeves in defining looks that resonate across time.
The Museum at FIT
227 West 27th Street
New York, NY 10001
Begins Thursday, April 18 · 12pm
Register Here
