Victoria and Albert Museum: Costume Conservation - "My Fair Lady"
From the Victoria and Albert Museum: "This fragile silk costume was once worn on the West End stage by Julie Andrews in her role as Eliza Doolittle – star of the classic musical My Fair Lady. Designed by iconic designer and photographer Cecil Beaton, the exquisite ballgown was influenced by Beaton’s glamorous mid-century fashion photography. Follow the gown’s transformation in our Conservation studio, as we prepare it for display in our Theatre and Performance galleries."
The costume was on display at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London as part of their Re:Imagining Musicals display that ran from October 15, 2022 through February 4,2024.
Watch the video below to see how Julie Andrew's West End costume was conserved for future generations to see.