Deconstructing ‘Costume Art’: Met Gala 2026
The Met Gala 2026 theme, ‘Costume Art,’ challenged designers to treat the human form as a conceptual canvas. To engage with the body as an active participant- interacting, moving and living alongside fashion. Right on theme, we saw the red carpet split into three distinct artistic interpretations: The Classical (the illusion of skin and controlled […]
7 Design Concepts that continue to define the Avant-Garde.
In the world of high-end design, most ideas begin with a simple question: what if? What if fabric could hold memory? What if something rigid could feel fluid? What if embellishment could become structure? The difference lies in how far that question is carried. Lately, at Ricamour, we find ourselves returning to a set of ideas- from manipulated […]
MET Gala 2026 Theme Explained: Costume Art and the Body
The Costume Institute at The Metropolitan Museum of Art has announced the theme for its 2026 exhibition: Costume Art. For decades, fashion’s acceptance within the art world came with conditions. It was welcomed when it behaved like sculpture- static, displayed on mannequins or pedestals and removed from the reality of living bodies. ‘Costume Art’ challenges that […]
How We Brought the Iconic Moulin Rouge Costume Back to Life!
Hand-embroidery, couture and a conversation in craftsmanship. We first heard from Catherine Martin in May with a request that made our entire studio sit up a little straighter: to recreate the archival Black Diamond costume from Moulin Rouge! The original look was worn by Nicole Kidman as Satine and designed by Catherine Martin and Angus […]
The Story of Ricamour Embroideries!
In the heart of Mumbai, where the hum of artisans and the rhythm of needlework create a melody of craftsmanship, lies Ricamour Embroideries. This bespoke embroidery atelier is a testament to artistry and a commitment to preserving heritage. From London’s Haute Couture to Mumbai’s Vibrant Artistry The story begins with Anurag Vora, a Surface Textile […]