From its origins in the 1920s Parisian art scene to its contemporary resurgence in fashion, design, and architecture, Art Deco continues to captivate with its bold elegance and timeless appeal. This article explores the history, cultural impact, and enduring legacy of this iconic style.
A century after its formal introduction at the 1925 International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts in Paris, Art Deco is experiencing a resurgence in decor, fashion, and beyond. A new generation is embracing the style's unapologetically glamorous roots and reimagining it in fresh and contemporary ways.
A current exhibition at the Museum of the City of New York offers a glimpse into the style that helped shape the city's image a century ago, showcased through landmarks like the Chrysler Building, Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, and Radio City Music Hall. 'Art Deco City: New York Postcards from the Leonard A. Lauder Collection' also features ephemera, clothing, and film clips from the era, providing a comprehensive view of Art Deco's impact on New York.In London, the Victoria and Albert Museum boasts a collection of day and evening outfits, jewelry, textiles, and costumes from Les Ballets Russes, a significant influence on fashion during the Art Deco period. As writer Arricca Elin Sansone noted in last year's Elle Décor story, 'Art Deco is many different things to different people, and its evolution is as unique as its expression in architecture, interior design, decorative arts, and fashion.' Emerging after World War I, the original Art Deco era embodied a spirit of creativity, freedom, and innovation. The 1920s and early 1930s witnessed a surge in design influence, reflecting modernity and exuberance. Those early 1930s saw the style flourish in Miami, where South Beach's Art Deco District remains a popular destination for visitors and a hub for design inspiration. Organizers of Paris' 2024 Olympics even created Art Deco posters last year to celebrate the games and mark the centennial of the 1924 Olympics, also hosted by Paris. During this era, global cities transformed as squat urban landscapes gave way to soaring skyscrapers. Public and private spaces embraced geometric motifs, luxurious materials, and an urban appeal. Transportation saw advancements with faster cars and sleeker trains, hinting at a dynamic new age. Meanwhile, the jazz-fueled nightclub scene became a popular social outlet. This same energy fueled the shift from restrictive corsets to more sensuous and liberated silhouettes. It was the Roaring Twenties, an era of bold change and celebration. Flapper style reflected evolving roles for women in society, as design blogger Courtney Price points out. Today, on runways and red carpets, shimmering gold-and-black satin gowns evoke the Jazz Age sparkle, often adorned with crystals and feathers. Celebrities like Zendaya, Gigi Hadid, Beyoncé, and Demi Lovato have embraced bobs and finger waves, channeling the allure of the Deco era in contemporary ways. 'The aesthetic of the 1920s is enjoying a fashionable renaissance,' confirms Kirsty Thatcher of the Australian fashion magazine Russh. 'Drop-waist dresses, sleek bobs, and layers of pearls dominate runways and street style alike.
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