Byron Museum presents “Beyond Dress Codes” – a juxtaposition of Greek tradition with contemporary fashion pieces. The exhibition presents colored drawings of traditional Greek costumes and headdresses from all over Greece by sketch artist Gissis Papageorgiou, which constitute the most extensive and most comprehensive existing documentation of traditional Greek dress to date. “Beyond Dress Codes” demonstrates that traditional Greek costume should not be regarded as the antiquated contents of museum showcases, but instead a creation of timeless interest that continues to serve as a source of inspiration. As a kind of ‘visual library’, these costumes provide contemporary fashion designers with inspiration rooted in tradition and the opportunity to show what has influenced them thus far.

For more information please visit Byron Museum at the Laiki Bank Cultural Centre.