Egyptian Elegance will close Friday, May 15, 2009.

 Egyptian Elegance  February 5 – May 15, 2009

Explore evening gowns inspired by the garments of ancient Egypt in a exhibition from the Texas Fashion Collection, part of the University of North Texas College of Visual Arts and Design. Egyptian Elegance coinsides with the Dallas Museum of Art’s ongoing  Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs exhibition. The exhibition draws from the 20th-century holdings of the Texas Fashion Collection and features 17 dramatic evening gowns inspired by such ancient Egyptian garments as the kalasiris, tunic or caftan, and neo-classical draping. Designers such as Oscar de la Renta, Giorgio di ‘Sant Angelo, Ralph Rucci, and Germain Monteil with be featured. Visitors will have a chance to draw their own conclusions about Egyptian style. This is the sixth consecutive fashion exhibition at Fashion on Main. Future plans include expansion of the gallery at the UCD.

Caralee Smith of Aledo, Texas, has been a lifelong collector. Twenty-five years ago she began to focus her passion on vintage clothing. An interest in fashion history led Smith to seek examples of 19th century women’s clothing and accessories. This exhibition will showcase an array of Smith’s most carefully selected treasures from the 1830s – 1890s. Presented by the Texas Fashion Collection, Promenade of Style is a rare opportunity to take a peek inside Caralee’s Closet, which is also the name of her vintage clothing business. Caralee Smith will be in attendance. Fashion on Main is open from noon to 5 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays.

Minis, Maxis & Mods

The Texas Fashion Collection at the University of North Texas College of Visual Arts and Design presents an exhibition of ready-to-wear and designer clothing from 1965 to 1975. The exhibition took place at Fashion on Main at the Universities Center of Dallas, which is located at 1901 Main Street, between Harwood and St. Paul. Park at the Elm Street Garage.

Michael Faircloth Exhibition

The exhibition presented couture creations that highlight Michael Faircloth’s career, including more than 20 evening gowns, dresses, suits and wedding and debutante gowns designed by Faircloth for a largely Texan clientele. The exhibtion took place at Fashion on Main in the Universities Center at Dallas from September 21 through December 21, 2007.

Balenciaga and His Legacy

Balenciaga and His Legacy took place at The Meadows Museum at Souther Methodist University from February 4 – June 17, 2007.