**Barbaric Hulaniecki Bible Exhibition Sixties London Fashion Swinging Fashion**
The exhibition ‘Barbaric’ presents a selection of over 100 pieces from the extensive Swinging Sixties fashion collection of **Judy Blame**, a fashion designer and stylist known for his creative and often outlandish style.
The exhibition, which is on display at the Barbican Centre in London until 5 September 2023, explores the work of Polish-born designer **Barbara Hulanicki**, who founded the iconic Biba boutique in London in 1964.
The exhibition features a wide range of Biba designs, from the iconic jersey dresses and patterned tights to the more elaborate evening gowns and accessories. It also includes a number of pieces from Hulanicki’s personal archive, including her sketchbooks and photographs.
The exhibition is divided into six sections, each of which explores a different aspect of Hulanicki’s work. The first section, ‘The Biba Look’, introduces the key elements of Hulanicki’s style, such as her use of bold colors and prints, her love of vintage fashion, and her focus on creating clothes that were both stylish and affordable.
The second section, ‘The Biba Woman’, explores the different types of women who wore Biba clothes. These included actresses, models, and singers, as well as ordinary women who wanted to look and feel like their favorite celebrities.
The third section, ‘The Biba Lifestyle’, looks at the wider cultural impact of Biba. The boutique was not just a place to buy clothes; it was also a place to see and be seen. Biba parties were legendary, and the boutique was a popular haunt for celebrities and the fashion elite.
The fourth section, ‘The Biba Legacy’, explores the lasting impact of Hulanicki’s work. Biba closed its doors in 1975, but its legacy lives on in the work of contemporary designers such as **Alessandro Michele** of Gucci and **Christopher Kane**.
The fifth section, ‘The Hulaniecki Archive’, presents a selection of pieces from Hulanicki’s personal archive. These include her sketchbooks, photographs, and samples of her work.
The sixth and final section, ‘The Barbican Commission’, features a new work by contemporary artist **Goshka Macuga** that responds to Hulanicki’s legacy.
The ‘Barbaric’ exhibition is a must-see for anyone interested in fashion, design, or the 1960s. It is a fascinating and inspiring look at the work of one of the most influential fashion designers of all time.
**Here are some additional details about the exhibition:**
* The exhibition is curated by **Judith Watt** and **Oriole Cullen**.
* The exhibition is accompanied by a book, ‘Barbaric: The Barbican Celebrates the Work of Barbara Hulanicki’, published by Prestel.
* The exhibition is supported by **The National Lottery Heritage Fund**.
**For more information, please visit the Barbican Centre website.**.
