Dressed: The History of Fashion
The Fortuny Delphos Gown: A Herstory
Jun 20, 2025 · 26 min · Season 8 · Episode 551
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One of the most iconic dresses in fashion history, the finely pleated, Grecian-inspired "Delphos" gown is synonymous with Mariano Fortuny, but it should be credited to his partner in life and work Henriette Negrin. This is her story.
Recommended resources:
- "More than a Muse" article
- Google Arts & Culture article on the Delphos
- "The Knossos Scarf"
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"More than a Muse" article
research.fashionconservatory.comthe Delphos
artsandculture.google.com"The Knossos Scarf"
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