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JUST IN: the winner of the Jameel Prize is Saudi Arabian artist @ajlangharem with his installation 'Paradise Has Many Gates'. Find out more and see the works of 7 other international nominees of the Jameel Prize in this free exhibition: https://bit.ly/3C5dD7y  @Art_Jameelpic.twitter.com/c1u8V3Olnw

How beautiful! Textile designer Lucienne Day’s ‘silk mosaics,’ are composed of 1 cm square strips of silk, creating stunning designs through carefully juxtaposed blocks of colours and weave textures. Learn more: https://fal.cn/3ieui pic.twitter.com/8jVSHRylCF

#Didyouknow William Talbot was credited as the British inventor of photography? Often capturing the natural world, his discovery of how to make multiple prints revolutionised image making. Learn more about his life and work: https://fal.cn/3ie7p pic.twitter.com/DmxxChx3Qz

Oh hello, Loewe. We can’t resist a Morris print William Morris’ well-known ‘Strawberry Thief’ pattern was designed in 1883. In 2017, Loewe released a capsule collection inspired by his designs, including this ‘Puzzle’ bag. Book #BagsInsideOut https://fal.cn/3icLy pic.twitter.com/pw5Enj7YiX

From fabrics to furnishings, CFA Voysey was one of the most enduring designers of the Arts and Crafts movement. Whilst his work has many characteristics, his patterns that feature motifs from the natural world define his style.pic.twitter.com/au5UG41VLf

Happy Un-Birthday, we've got a treat for you. In this chapter of Animating Alice, our heroine meets Humpty Dumpty, who happens to be a pretty grumpy character. Animated by @teamxteam3 and narrated by Katie Leung. Learn more: https://fal.cn/3ibpq pic.twitter.com/GeECINqt34

From brooding seascapes to picturesque rural landscapes, our rich collection of works by John Constable are inspired directly from nature. Take a closer look: https://fal.cn/3iaXw pic.twitter.com/y00q1Pl9T7

Traditional Indian dress has been reinvented to create modern garments for new generations, inspiring designers from all around the globe. See examples from our collection that beautifully combine traditional and contemporary Indian design.pic.twitter.com/Za1Fags1OW

Think you know your Hollywood movies? We’ve been exploring our costume collection to find iconic items worn in, and inspired by some of Hollywood’s most timeless films. How many do you recognise? Discover more: https://fal.cn/3i96k pic.twitter.com/Z7HfdIYk13

Devil's in the detail…. Beading has long been used as a technique to decorate and embellish textiles, like this stunning Joe Casely-Hayford wedding dress. The back of the gown reads “Farewell Sweet Liberty,’ in a simultaneously humorous and poignant statement.pic.twitter.com/G3F47W0Ysy

Did somebody say shoes? Our collection spans over 3,000 years of history, from the decoratively stitched hemp shoes of the C.1st BC to C.16th Venetian platforms. Check out our interactive timeline: https://fal.cn/3i8oj pic.twitter.com/vKP03HuVsr

That’s all for this week! Which of our items was your favourite? Don’t forget you can take a closer look at our fashion collection in person. Book your free, timed ticket here: https://www.vam.ac.uk/exhibitions/book-free-timed-entry …pic.twitter.com/mkNr5JufzF

Take a closer look…. This vibrant jacket created by Indian designer Rajesh Pratap Singh features traditional ajrakh printing alongside the skull motif, first popularised in Western fashion by British fashion icon Alexander McQueen.pic.twitter.com/XOAc0xiK22

Our kinda robe This silk robe from 1860 is delicately embroidered with five coiled dragons and the eight Buddhist emblems of good fortune (pa ehi-hsiang), whilst the waist is secured with a sumptuous gold cord and tassel.pic.twitter.com/xGsmlpgNaY

Forget Instagram - during the 1800s, engraved fashion plates were the place to find the latest fashion trends. Featured in ladies’ magazines of the period, many of these lithographs were painted by hand. pic.twitter.com/0DN73EPF03

Celebrating #Pride2021 this weekend? This ensemble by queer designer Leigh Bowery was originally created for Michael Clark's ballet, ‘Because We Must,’ in 1987 and is based on an earlier clubbing outfit design.pic.twitter.com/upmF26un15

Can you guess which century these ladies’ shoes were made? Prior to the C.18th very little leather was used in women’s shoes. Intended to be worn indoors, boots like these were made with embellished silk grosgrain ribbon. (Not exactly practical...)pic.twitter.com/FXKWWranSP

Next up is this stunning Rebozo, a type of shawl from Mexico. The pattern is made by weaving alternating stripes of dyed cotton on a loom. The garment has many uses, offering the wearer protection from the sun and cold whilst also carrying goods and infants.pic.twitter.com/J9LIximKjt

Gianni Versace’s Spring-Summer 1994 collection was one of his most renowned shows, featuring the likes of Naomi Campbell and Kate Moss! Inspired by punk, the collection featured lots of oversized safety pins. (You can also see this piece at our #BagsInsideOut exhibition… )pic.twitter.com/Z0eAQhyTV9