History of women's tailoring

The Victoria & Albert museum will host Women's Tailoring: Genesis and Evolution on 6th November 2009. The event charts the history of women’s tailoring in Britain, as part of the V&A's prestigious seminar and events programmes.

Women's Tailoring will be presented by three British talents including Jaeger, the iconic British fashion brand; flourishing fashion brand; and Tailoring for Women, one of the few female tailors from Savile Row. Each will provide the audience with an exclusive insight into their brand's history, their design processes and will demonstrate how they are carrying the tradition of tailoring to today's generation of fashion-savvy women.

The event will be divided into two parts: the first will be in seminar format with a closing Q&A section and complimentary goody bag for audience members. The second half format is a drinks reception featuring an exhibition of garments from all three brands and will allow a rare opportunity to speak with the designers.