Art Deco Strikes Again: Discover Its Glamorous Comeback in Fashion, Architecture, and Art!

A century after making its grand debut at the 1925 International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts in Paris, Art Deco is taking the world by storm once again! This timeless style, with its unapologetically glamorous roots, has audiences mesmerized. Visit Paris and New York, and you'll see Art Deco's aura in everything from lavish decor to the hottest fashion trends.

The Museum of the City of New York is making waves with its stunning exhibition highlighting this era that defined the cityscape. Picture the Chrysler Building or the Empire State Building in their golden days—they're the landmarks of a chic city that never sleeps. And hey, ephemera, clothing, and glamorous film clips aren't missing from this fabulous lineup.

Across the pond, London's Victoria and Albert Museum flaunts a treasure trove of outfits and jewelry echoing the influence of Les Ballets Russes. It's a collection that shimmers with history and bold expression!

Some ask, "What even is Art Deco?" Well, brace yourselves: it's a multitude of aesthetics colliding in a single, sensational style—whether in architecture, interior designs, or high-fashion flair. Picture this: emerging in the post-World War I daze, the 1920s to '30s were ripe with modernity and exuberance. Miamian paradise? Check! The South Beach Art Deco District can't help but charm its visitors with iconic style.

But wait, there's more! Paris 2024 Olympics embraced Art Deco by turning up the volume with dazzling posters that scream: COLOR! FLAMBOYANCE! Immerse yourself in a pageant of soaring skyscrapers and geometric motifs—echoes of a bygone era with undeniable luxury and urbane sophistication.

Fashionistas, take a seat! The Roaring Twenties flapper style is all the rage again. Drop the corsets and embrace the sensuous, liberated #OOTD inspired by changing social norms. Zendaya, Gigi Hadid, and even Queen Bey herself have rocked Art Deco's glitzy gowns and daring hairstyles. These styles are winning runways and card-carrying fans worldwide.

Giorgio Armani didn’t miss the memo either, diving into Art Deco for his fall Paris showcase. Chanel and Dior also threw their hats in the ring with collections celebrating elongated silhouettes and chic pleats to channel that vintage Vogue sense.

Decor dive? Get ready for Vanessa DeLeon's electrifying blend of emerald hues with gleaming metals for a touch of Deco elegance. London design duo Jamie Watkins and Tom Kennedy are adding cheekiness to their pieces, complemented by Athena Calderone's cinematic designs for Crate & Barrel. Imagine sophistication intertwined with urban rhythm.

If postcards are your thing, the Museum of the City of New York's exhibition is a must-see. Lynda Klich, co-curator, shows how these paper pieces, once the Instagram of their time, captured the city's love story with Deco.

Art Deco didn't just design cities; it redefined them. And it’s back, with more glamour, jazz, and style than ever before! Don’t miss this captivating homage to one of the most transformative times in modern history.

Embrace the revival—visit the museum's exhibition until February 17th and dive into a past that's still setting tomorrow's trends.