The gallery features a rich collection ranging from the 16th-century to contemporary avant-garde pieces, structured around several thematic threads:
The Fashion and Style gallery, opened in 2016 as part of a major redevelopment of the NMS, marks a significant shift in how historical fashion is displayed. Rather than a linear, chronological fashion history, the gallery curated by Georgina Ripley focuses on the "fine art of style". It emphasizes the cut, fall, and construction of garments, alongside the evolving societal ideals of body shape, through a juxtaposition of historical and modern pieces. 2. Key Themes and Displays milfs nude
A signature display includes 18th-century "Darcy-esque" Georgian breeches placed beside contemporary 2005 Calvin Klein underpants, highlighting the consistency of human form across centuries. The gallery features a rich collection ranging from
Community engagement projects, including those with local schools and adult learners, use the gallery to inspire personal creative projects in drawing and textiles. 4. The Anatomy of Display 4. The Anatomy of Display