With autumn officially on our doorsteps, the Kunstmuseum’s latest exhibition provides a lovely activity for fashion and history lovers.
The exhibition is more than a glimpse into older styles in fashion. It’s a link between past and present, weaving together authentic garments from the 1910s, original costumes from James Cameron’s 1997 film Titanic, and contemporary fashion that revisits those same flowing silhouettes, laces, and romantic hues. Curator Madelief Hohé calls it a story of “transitions” — from corseted elegance to freer forms, from optimism to uncertainty — themes that feel surprisingly familiar today.
Our very own city, has a unique link to the grand ship. Local firm H.P. Mutters & Son of The Hague, crafted interiors for some of Titanic’s most luxurious cabins while in collaboration with the Hengelosche Trijpweverij, which supplied refined printed velvet for wall coverings. Dutch craftmanship was onboard too.
Some stand out pieces you can lookout for include the black lace and velvet Edwardian dress Kate Winslet’s character, Rose, wore in the staircase scene and the royal blue velvet gown from the famous ‘’I’m flying!’’ scene with Leonardo DiCaprio’s, Jack. Combined with work by contemporary designers like Iris van Herpen, John Galliano for Margiela, Craig Green, and Tess van Zalinge, this exhibition is a must-see.
Currently showing until 25 January 2026
https://www.kunstmuseum.nl/en/exhibitions/titanic-fashion-last-dance
Text and images below: Sherika Rooplal-Clappers, who attended the press preview on behalf of The Hague Online
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