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Karan Feder
@karanfeder.bsky.social
Award-winning and best-selling author, fashion historian, and leading authority in performance-costume history, preservation, and exhibition.
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Thanks to Taylor Swift, the traditional artistry of the showgirl is in the spotlight! Curious to see what the professional showgirls looked like during the 1960s and 70s?
New coffee-table book preview here: www.blurb.com/b/12527425
#thelifeofashowgirl #Showgirl #History #lasvegasstrip #Vintagevegas
November 12, 2025 at 6:57 PM
"Folies Bergere, A Parisian Extravaganza in Las Vegas" is a new limited edition coffee-table book showcasing the artistry of the Folies Bergere during its first 25 years on the Las Vegas stage.
Get your copy here: tinyurl.com/4d5htudp
#showgirl #lasvegasstrip #theatrelife #cabaret #fashionhistory
October 18, 2025 at 5:48 PM
The showgirl’s traditional artistry is now in the spotlight, thanks to @taylorswift. Take a look at this coffee-table book to see how the classic showgirls (and showboys) of the 60s and 70s looked!
#showgirl #halloweencostume #history #vintagestyle #retroglamour #photobook #lasvegasshowgirls
October 10, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Thanks to Taylor Swift, the traditional artistry of the showgirl is in the spotlight! Curious to see what the professional showgirls looked like during the 1960s and 70s?
New coffee-table book preview here: www.blurb.com/b/12527425
#thelifeofashowgirl #Showgirl #History #lasvegasstrip #Vintagevegas
October 3, 2025 at 7:53 PM
On view in New York City at @radiocitymusichall.bsky.social !
Debuting in 1997, this dance costume was designed by Pete Menefee for the touring production of the @therockettes.bsky.social Christmas Spectacular! One of my favs!!!
#history #costumedesign
June 14, 2025 at 7:18 PM
I’m thrilled to be a part of this recently released and fascinating book, "The Turban, A History from East to West."
My overly specific commentary concerns the contemporary turban’s use in traditional cabaret theatre and the Barbie doll’s clothes closet!
#fashionhistory
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The Turban: A History from East to West
The Turban: A History from East to West [Filstrup, Chris, Merrill, Jane] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. The Turban: A History from East to West
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April 12, 2025 at 11:53 PM
"The Cincinnati Museum Center is now the fifth city in the nation to host the inspiring exhibit, Barbie™: A Cultural Icon, meticulously designed and toured by Illusion Projects Inc. and curated by Karan Feder, in partnership with Mattel Inc." www.citybeat.com/arts/cincinn...
Cincinnati Museum Center Cuts the Ribbon on New Exhibit, 'Barbie™: A Cultural Icon'
Barbie™: A Cultural Icon details the history of Barbie through dolls, a life-size Dreamhouse and more.
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April 4, 2025 at 11:46 PM
Barbie™: A Cultural Icon takes you from 1959 to present day, examining how pop culture and fashion trends have shaped this global phenomenon. ... a priceless collection of over 300 artifacts...
Curated and toured by Illusion Projects Inc., curated by Karan Feder, in partnership with Mattel Inc.
March 24, 2025 at 7:33 PM
March 9, 2025 at 7:57 PM
This is a common occurrence at our Barbie exhibition at MAD | Museum of Arts and Design! Folks often bring their personal Barbie dolls to share in the experience. I love it!
January 24, 2025 at 9:29 PM
This is another fascinating review of our Barbie exhibition currently on view at MAD | Museum of Arts and Design! Michele Willens of Manhattan West Side Spirit recounts her first-hand childhood memories of Barbie's inventor Ruth Handler.
www.westsidespirit.com/city-arts/ne...
Need More Barbie? The Museum of Arts & Design has Exclusive East Coast Exhibit
If there’s anyone who can one-up Taylor Swift...well, it’s that doll who became a smash hit movie, and is now pulling in fans at the Museum of Arts & ...
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January 11, 2025 at 10:20 PM
This is a fascinating review (The Wall Street Journal) of our exhibit! I appreciate Laura Jacobs' literary and cultural references as she makes her way through the exhibition timeline...
"For those who remember (and perhaps for those who don’t), Barbie’s ..."
#Barbie #Fashionhistory #Barbiefashion
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January 8, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Las Vegas friends, TOMORROW, Thursday, December 19th at 2: 30 p.m.❤
* WHERE: Nevada State Museum, 309 S. Valley View Blvd.
* WHO: Anyone! All members and the public are invited (no cost)
* WHAT: Christmas goodies and refreshments will be served
#barbietakesthecatwalk
#barbiefashion
#fashionhistory
December 18, 2024 at 7:59 PM
If you'd like a signed copy of "The Folies Bergere in las Vegas," get it here: tinyurl.com/55e469jz
#LasVegas
#VegasHistory
#Showgirls
#TheFoliesBergereinLasVegas
December 15, 2024 at 1:04 AM
Las Vegas friends, one week from today, Thursday, December 19th at 2: 30 p.m.
* WHEN: 2:30 pm (doors open at 2 pm)
* WHERE: Nevada State Museum, 309 S. Valley View Blvd.
* WHO: Anyone! All members and the public are invited (no cost)
* WHAT: Christmas goodies and refreshments will be served!
December 12, 2024 at 7:13 PM
Check out the beautiful current issue of Chic Compass magazine!
Thank you to the team, especially Chanelle Hayes for including me!
chiccompass.com/chic-compass...
#fashionhistory #lasvegas
November 18, 2024 at 10:26 PM
This best-seller is a great gift for the finicky fashionistas on your holiday list!
If you'd like an autographed and personalized copy, get it here:
strangerattheparty.etsy.com/listing/1630...
#barbie #barbiefashionista #fashionhistory #barbietakesthecatwalk
November 16, 2024 at 8:49 PM