The story of fashion and dolls has been linked throughout time as dolls have
long been associated with social aspiration and style.   Host Louisa Maxwell is joined by Barbie expert Bradley Justice Yarbrough and Sara Woodbury curator of art at the Barry Art Museum to discuss the current shows exploring the relationship of dolls and fashion through the centuries.

 Two stunning exhibitions at the BarryArt Museum run in tandem :“Carved Couture “ offer's an intimate look at the world of the 18th century fashion doll - while the second exhibition “ Out of the Box: A Barbie Doll Retrospective considers the evolution of this iconic fashion doll and the role of the innovative teams that created the fashion doll that has endured for over 66 years.

The Barry Art Museum brings this rich history alive through not just displaying historical dolls but creating immersive experiences, including life-sized recreations of Barbie's iconic Dream Houses that visitors can explore. Join us for a lively discussion on dolls and fashion and the enduring historic legacy of the fashion doll.