144: On the Louvre's Fashion Focus with Amy Verner

So far, the year in Paris has been bright — at least in a cultural sense. The Louvre Museum is leading the charge with its very first full-fledged fashion exhibition in its 232-year history. To talk about why it’s significant, what visitors can expect, and the cultural context surrounding the pieces on display is Amy Verner, a fashion journalist and longtime Paris resident who has likely spent more time pondering the works inside the Louvre than all of my listeners combined.  Mentioned in this episode: Amy Verner Louvre Couture Olivier Gabet Louvre renovation plan Elaine Sciolino's new book "Adventures in the Louvre"