Category: 2000-2009

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2004 – Tom Ford for Gucci, Acid Green Evening Gown

2000-2009, 21st century, garment analysis, LGBTQ+

This 2004 acid green sequin gown embodies the sex appeal and modern lines that Tom Ford’s designs have been known for throughout his career.

1943-Present – Stephen Burrows

1970-1979, 2000-2009, BIPOC, designer profile

Stephen Burrows is celebrated for his graphic color blocking and innovative use of matte jersey fabric at the height of the disco era. He became one of the first Black fashion designers to achieve international acclaim.

2000 – John Galliano, Evening dress

2000-2009, 21st century, garment analysis

John Galliano impresses the fashion world at the turn of the century with this champagne-pink, punk rock inspired evening gown. The asymmetrical bias-cut silk, daring slit, and body-hugging boning make the garment sexy, intriguing, and memorable.

Gucci Strikes Red: China’s Love Affair with Gucci

2000-2009, 2010-2019, 21st century, thematic essays

Gucci has taken a thoughtful, creative approach to engaging Chinese consumers. While other brands have fallen into caricature and suffered for it, Gucci has become a beloved and dominant luxury brand in China.

2008 – Chadwick, The Other Boleyn Girl

16th century, 2000-2009, film analysis

Two sisters, Mary and Anne Boleyn, contend for the affection of King Henry VIII.

2000-2009

2000-2009, 21st century, decade overview

2000-2009

2007 – Kapur, Elizabeth: The Golden Age

16th century, 2000-2009, film analysis

A mature Queen Elizabeth endures multiple crises late in her reign including court intrigues, an assassination plot, the Spanish Armada, and romantic disappointments.

2003 – Roberto Cavalli, Spring/Summer RTW embroidered denim ensemble

2000-2009, 21st century, garment analysis

This Spring/Summer 2003 ensemble references 18th-century menswear, but inflects it with Cavalli’s signature sexiness and characteristic use of both denim and leopard print (for lining the cuffs). Cavalli replaces the expected breeches with a very on trend and daringly short mini-skirt and substitutes a silk bustier for the man’s waistcoat.