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We kicked off our newest special exhibition, Art Deco Chic, with an opening party last night. We welcomed about 500 people, including Members and special guests. Everyone came dressed to the nines and it was a fabulous time, with live music provided and a performance of the charleston by Rhythm City Productions.

After a short introduction to the exhibition by curators Ivan Sayers and Claus Jahnke, the MOV's Director of Development announced that we have upgraded our system to take contributions towards our textile collection. If you love what you see here, you can help us conserve the garments by donating [simply drop down in the donation section to choose "textile collection"].

And last but not least, we pulled back the curtain and let people take in the fabulous exhibition! Our photographers snapped some shots of the crowd and the fabulous outfits that were worn.

MOV's Executive Director, Nancy Noble, introduces co-curator Ivan Sayers.

Party guests enter the exhibition.

The "Desert Sand" accessory box has accessories inspired by the finding of King Tut's tomb

Gowns from the late 1930s make use of colour blocking and geometric cutouts.

Dancers from Rhythm City Productions perform the charleston for the crowd.

Art Deco Chic co-curators Claus Jahnke and Ivan Sayers smile as the wonderful evening comes to a close.

For images of all the wonderful outfits, visit our Flickr page!

If you're looking for an excuse to dress up again, or you missed out on the opening, there are three more opportunities to get your deco on before Art Deco Chic comes to a close!

• High Tea @ MOV - Saturday, May 12, 2pm
• Dapper & Flapper formal - Friday, June 8
• Pop-up Speakeasy - August, date TBA

Keep an eye on our events calendar for details!