Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art embroidered tote bag
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A design classic beautifully reimagined, this premium embroidered tote bag was created to accompany the Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art exhibition. Jean Cocteau’s whimsical linear drawing is exquisitely embroidered in shimmering old gold thread to form two mirrored kissing faces, with gleaming blue eyes and heart-shaped metallic red lips. The design is adapted from a stunning tailored evening coat created in collaboration between Schiaparelli and Cocteau in 1937. On the reverse, printed text captures a moment in time; Schiaparelli at the V&A.
The generously sized gusseted shopper bag is handmade in India from 100% regeneratively farmed organic cotton, traceable from seed to shop in support of local farmers.
Exclusively available during the V&A exhibition, don't miss this timeless design as your souvenir to treasure.
Please note a maximum of 5 totes per order applies, to ensure fair availability for all.
Evening coat
Elsa Schiaparelli (1890-1973), Jean Cocteau (1889-1963)
Silk jersey, with gold thread and silk embroidery and applied decoration in silk
Britain, 1937
Given by the American Friends of the V&A
© Schiaparelli, © Victoria and Albert Museum, London, © 2025 ADAGP/DACS/Comité Cocteau, Paris
Dimensions
36 x 40 x 10cm (14.2 x 15.7 x 4in)
Composition
100% organic cotton
Colour
Black
Product code
171527
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Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art
The UK’s first exhibition on Elsa Schiaparelli spans the 1920s to today, celebrating the innovative designer's influence. It traces the fashion house’s groundbreaking origins and its evolution under current creative director Daniel Roseberry.
Shop the full Schaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art exhibition range here >