Paying homage to the worldwide fascination sparked by the 1922 discovery of King Tutankhamun’s tomb, The Sydney Fair is featuring a spectacular showcase of Art Deco treasures, including flapper dresses, headdresses, rare jewellery and Egyptian Revival pieces.
The theme continues with a feast of talks and fashion parades:
Saturday 31 May
12pm – 12.45pm – 100 Years of Art Deco: A Fashion Parade Through Time
A live runway event celebrating a century of Art Deco influence, from 1920s glamour to modern elegance.
1pm – 2pm – Streams of Fire and Tongues of Flame with Geoffrey Edwards
Explore the recurring symbolism of glass in visual art, literature, and cinema with ArtsNational President Geoffrey Edwards.
2.15pm – 3.15pm – Coats & Bling – A Fashion Parade Through the Decades
From Jazz Age opulence to contemporary style, discover how coats and outerwear have shaped fashion history.
Sunday 1 June
2pm – 2.45pm – 100 Years of Art Deco with Claudia Chan Shaw
An exploration of Art Deco’s rich visual culture, from architecture and fashion to the modern influence it continues to inspire.
3pm – 3.45pm – Egyptomania and Art Deco Fashion with Eleanor Keene
Discover how ancient Egypt inspired the bold motifs, colours, and designs that defined 1920s fashion and the Art Deco movement.
For tickets and more details go to www.thesydneyfair.au
