V&A - Fashion design across the world

Fashion Design

Fashion-obsessed? So are we. Here's the fashion design content our team have been loving this week. Starting with Indian embroidery. This slowed down footage shows the incredibly fast stitching of ari embroidery, which is nearly impossible to see with the naked eye. ARI EMBROIDERY

Make a Mexican-inspired bag Ready to try your hand at embroidery? Try our free patterns inspired by beautiful 19th-century samplers in our collection, originating from Mexico. START CREATING

How are shoes made? From brogues to stilettos, watch our series of films to learn how shoes are made, with the help of some world leading shoe makers. THE ART OF SHOE MAKING

Support the V&A As a charity, the generosity of our supporters is vital to support our world-class exhibitions and care for our collections, which are enjoyed by millions for free each year. Your support is needed more than ever at this challenging time. Thank you. SUPPORT

Discover Lolita fashion Born out of the Japanese taste for Hello Kitty cuteness, take a look at this radical form of street style emerged in Japan during the 1990s. JAPANESE STREET STYLE

Still obsessed with the 60s Take a look at striking pieces from the decade's most influential designers including our beloved Mary Quant. 1960s FASHION