Grace Kelly in her wedding dress, la Galerie d'Hercule du Palais Princier de Monaco, April 19, 1956. Dress designed by Helen Rose. © Archives du Palais Princier de Monaco – F. Detaille[/caption]""My life and the lives of so many have never been the same since the day this wonderful woman entered my world." -Prince Rainier
Grace Kelly is an icon in the fashion industry. She's a screen legend, United Nations advocate for children, and international spokesperson for arts and culture. This actress turned princess accomplished so much in her life and The Michener Art Museum has put together an exhibit that traces her path from Philadelphia to Monaco. Not to mention, the exhibit features her gowns, movie costumes, and other personal objects. Yup, a vintage fashion lover's dream come true!
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A 1966 costume ball gown worn by Grace Kelly which is on display at the James A. Michener Art Museum in Doylestown, Pa., Friday, Oct. 25, 2013.The exhibit From Philadelphia to Monaco: Grace Kelly - Beyond the Icon runs through Jan. 26, 2014. (Staff Photo by Tim Hawk/South Jersey Times)[/caption]If you're around the Greater Philadelphia Area, be sure to check out From Philadelphia to Monaco: GRACE Kelly – Beyond the Icon at The Michener Museum in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. It's the last weekend to view the exhibit, which runs until January 26th, 2014.
Through January 26, 2014, The Michener Museum is open Monday - Saturday 10 am - 5 pm, Thursday 10 am - 8:30 pm, and Sunday 10 am - 5 pm. See admission prices and full hours here.
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Although Grace often wore beige and pastel shades that suited her fair complexion, yellow was her favorite color. Yellow dress designed by John Carter, Beverly Hills, California, 1956, glazed cotton, Prince’s Palace, Monaco. Photo © Natialie Wi.[/caption]To culminate From Philadelphia to Monaco: GRACE KELLY - Beyond the Icon, The Michener Art Museum is throwing a grande finale special event on Monday, January 27, 2014 from 5:30 - 8 p.m. This event will feature a cocktail reception, hors d'oeuvres, and a special Philadelphia-only fashion surprise!
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A highlight of the show, the academy award Grace Kelly won in 1955 for her role in Country Girl, shown with the Edith Head designed satin dress and matching full-length evening coat Grace Kelly wore when she received it. Photo © Natalie Wi.[/caption]Wouldn't it be fun to don Grace Kelly's style at that event? To get her timeless style, put on some pearl earrings, a feminine dress, and spray on Fleurissimo Creed (her favorite perfume).
For tickets click here. **Advanced Tickets Only: $75 per person
“Throughout the years, interest in Grace – her compassion, her radiance, her individuality and her dignity – has never waned. Her hometown of Philadelphia is eager to honor this spirit.” - Lisa Tremper Hanover, Michener Director & CEO
**All images are courtesy of The Michener Art Museum
xx Melissa
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