Unflappable. Fashioning the 1920s
Killerton's exhibition for 2025 - Unflappable, fashioning the 1920s, will explore aspects of thoroughly modern dress 100 years ago.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
The exhibition will give us the chance to highlight some dazzlingly chic creations including bead embroidered evening gowns, a gold brocade tea gown, dresses inspired by Egyptian iconography and the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb, some thoroughly modern clothing for sports and daytime pursuits, and a wedding dress and trousseau, and accessories including shoes, bags, hats and fans.
Opening 15 February 2025 until 2 November, the exhibition will open with the house, daily 11am to 4pm (last entry 3.30pm).
Normal admission fees apply.
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Prices
Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Booking details
Call 01392881345
- Suitability
Children are welcome and must be supervised at all times.
- Meeting point
Head to Visitor Reception to learn more about the exhibition
- What to bring and wear
The exhibition is indoors
- Accessibility
The fashion exhibition is on the first floor which is only accessible via the main staircase (no lift). A book of printed images is available to show visitors who are unable to access the first floor.
- Other
The exhibition is included with entry. Entry is free for members. Entry prices for non members are displayed on our website.
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