Exploring the origins of the industry's absurdist moment.

Phoebe Philo's influence is still felt throughout the industry, perhaps most so at the brands where former members of her design team are plying their trade.

Though these inspirational figures are hot topics of industry discussion, what do we really know about their roles in the ideation and creation of a collection? Very little, apparently.

It may seem like menswear manages to earn more on the secondhand market, but it's not really that simple.

While the rarity and exclusivity of the works add cachet, what makes the exhibit special is how it presents the totality of Mugler's work as art, rather than fashion.