Exhibition Tour—In America: A Lexicon of Fashion with Andrew Bolton

Join Andrew Bolton, the Wendy Yu Curator in Charge of The Costume Institute, on a tour of the exhibition "In America: A Lexicon of Fashion," part one of The Met’s two-part exploration of fashion in the United States. This first show establishes a modern vocabulary of American fashion based on its expressive qualities. The exhibition is on view in the Anna Wintour Costume Center through September 5, 2022.

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The exhibition is made possible by Instagram.

Additional support is provided by Condé Nast.

Video by HAPPYMONDAY

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[Thoughtspresso]

The irony that everyone that Rihanna wasn't serving her look for this year, but after hearing this IT SEEMS SHE WAS THE ONLY ONE WHO TRULY UNDERSTOOD THE ASSIGNMENT AFTER ALL

[sparshitasahu]

Met Gala theme- America- a lexicon of fashion
The celebs- well...time to go old Hollywood.

[Terri_MacKay]

My favourite piece in the whole video was the sweet and simple Claire McCardell wrap dress...its sheer perfection was in its simplicity.

[gilliannoonan]

thank you. thank you for allowing people who may not be able to get to New York to see this. it really makes the beauty and knowledge accessable!

[MrThoughtfox]

The exhibition looks extensive and amazing, a tribute to the humble, the vernacular, and practical innovation. it’s quite staggering that most of the celeb+designer pairs couldn’t conceive of interesting or historical ways to respond to theme. Not everything is about glamour. Would have loved to see more workwear.

[whtyc]

I want him to tell us about every piece! So interesting and beautiful

[Playeszz]

This what the Met Ball is all about....the history and exquisite fashion!

[Sowindiee]

Too bad like almost no one incorporated this concept into the dress theme of the gala because it would have been fascinating. There were of course exceptions… but not many.

[emmatheoblivious]

amazing to see dauphinette in this display!! i’ve been following them for so long, it’s great to see how far they’ve come 🥺🥺 (also i’m obsessed with the Connor Ives one)

[susprime]

Tumbling block is my favorite pattern. Diane von Furstenburg is a design genuis.

[anniebell]

This is exquisite I love how deeply the theme actually and how many Unknown’s were also shown

[abravegirl]

Andrew, once again, I’m in awe of you and your team. The collection is tremendous.

[lee-ujfq]

people were hating on ASAP & Rihanna but really they followed it so well!!

[kejoramerah]

andrew bolton's voice so calm to hear.

[catschorus]

I think some of the attendees of the Gala, should have a tour round the exhibition before they choose their outfits. This year must have had the worst dressed "celebrities" ever. Truly shocking.

[lorettatawney]

You are so knowledgeable and articulate so beautifully Mr Bolton.A stunning curated collection! Cannot wait to visit soon!👋👋👋👋👋👋. The Met gala is not the same since it started being televised.

[mwangimunyuga]

Living for the fact that Telfar Clemens has an outfit in this exhibition.

[davidsims]

I viewed the exhibit last week. It' was inspiring, but I'm truly baffled why CFDA-recognized Natalie Chanin (Alabama Chanin) was not included in your exhibition. She's revolutionized the eco-design world.

[tseamus]

I wish they're put the 2000s teen celebs red carpet looks that has big impact of style in here in southern asia for 2000s teens

[RainInTheSunshine]

wow, there was so many pieces I wanted to see more of that didn't get to be covered, that denim suit with the doily lace at 9:03 especially I'd love to know more about. The theme was a lot deeper and more intricate that I thought at first