Evening Cape
Elsa Schiaparelli (1890 – 1973)
Discover Elsa Schiaparelli (1890-1973), the revolutionary fashion designer who blended surrealism & haute couture. Known for 'shocking pink' and iconic collaborations with Dalí & Cocteau, she redefined 20th-century style.
The Kyoto Costume Institute (Kyoto, Japan)
Discover Japan's rich fashion history at the Kyoto Costume Institute! Explore Heian garments, 'The Tale of Genji' costumes & designer collections – a unique blend of tradition and modernity.
This extravagant evening cape demonstrates Elsa Schiaparelli
About this artwork
- Title: Evening Cape
- Artist: Elsa Schiaparelli
- Year: 1938
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Where to see it: The Kyoto Costume Institute
- Period: Modern
- Color palette: Earthy
- Main color: Espresso
- Perceived brightness: deep_shadow


