American Sewing Guild
Los Angeles Chapter
"Advancing Sewing as an Art and Life Skill"
Los Angeles Chapter
"Advancing Sewing as an Art and Life Skill"
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and Ventura counties in Southern California.
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ADRIAN: Designing Hollywood, Dressing America
Exhibition opens: August 28, 2026 Exhibition closes: December 12, 2026 FREE The ASU FIDM Museum is open Wednesday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. The museum will be closed Nov. 26–27. ASGLA - Private DOCENT TOUR: Friday, October 23 at 11:00 $20 (bring cash) click here to sign up Location 919 S Grand Ave Los Angeles California 90015 |
This fall, the ASU FIDM Museum shines a spotlight on Hollywood’s Golden Age design visionary Gilbert Adrian (1903–1959), the costume designer whose glamour helped define an era. In the 1930s, his creations captivated moviegoers around the world, offering Depression-era audiences a dazzling escape into fashion fantasy. “Gowns by Adrian” became a celebrated calling card, synonymous with cinematic style and sophistication. He helped transform Joan Crawford into a fashion icon, draped Jean Harlow in slinky bias-cut glamour and designed costumes for more than 200 productions, including "The Wizard of Oz."
In 1942, Adrian brought Hollywood glamour directly to American women when he opened his couture salon on Wilshire Boulevard, later expanding his influence through fashion sold by major retailers nationwide. His razor-sharp tailoring, dramatic silhouettes and unmistakable flair continue to inspire designers today. This tribute to a true fashion maverick will feature more than 50 rare ensembles and accessories from the Museum’s collection, along with loans from generous private collectors. ADRIAN: Designing Hollywood, Dressing America celebrates the enduring legacy of a designer who shaped both the silver screen and American style. Photo credit: Gilbert Adrian and Salvador Dalí, Blouse, Spring-Summer 1947, 2008.5.48 |
Sunday, November 1, 2026
ASGLA Annual Meeting
La Casita Del Arroyo, Pasadena
a historic landmark
YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS!!
**Afternoon Tea**
Natalie Meyer "History of the Fashion Silhouette" a fun interactive presentation of period clothing over the centuries
*Opportunity drawing* *LA Finch Fabrics*
$30 ASGLA members $35 non-members
sign ups open now!
ASGLA Annual Meeting
La Casita Del Arroyo, Pasadena
a historic landmark
YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS!!
**Afternoon Tea**
Natalie Meyer "History of the Fashion Silhouette" a fun interactive presentation of period clothing over the centuries
*Opportunity drawing* *LA Finch Fabrics*
$30 ASGLA members $35 non-members
sign ups open now!