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SCAD Takes André Leon Talley’s Personal Archive to France with a New Exhibition in Lacoste, France

The Savannah College of Art and Design has opened André Leon Talley: Le Style est Éternel at SCAD FASH Lacoste in Lacoste, France, marking the first

Published: Apr 10, 2026 3:52 AM

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SCAD Takes André Leon Talley’s Personal Archive to France with a New Exhibition in Lacoste, France

The Savannah College of Art and Design has opened André Leon Talley: Le Style est Éternel at SCAD FASH Lacoste in Lacoste, France, marking the first time Talley’s personal archive has been presented on French soil. The exhibition opened on April 1, 2026, and runs through October 31, 2026, forming the latest chapter in SCAD’s ongoing tribute to one of fashion’s most singular figures. It follows earlier presentations of the Style Is Forever exhibition across SCAD museums in Atlanta and Savannah, which featured nearly 70 looks from Talley’s personal collection.

What the Exhibition Features Curated by Rafael Brauer Gomes, Creative Director of SCAD FASH museums, the Lacoste exhibition draws from Talley’s extraordinary bequest of garments, accessories, photographs, and personal materials now held within the SCAD Permanent Collection.

The selection assembles couture, ready to wear, and bespoke pieces from Talley’s wardrobe, including works by Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Nicolas Ghesquière for Balenciaga, John Galliano for Dior, Chado Ralph Rucci, Roger Vivier, Yves Saint Laurent, Charvet, and Hermès.

The exhibition extends beyond garments to include artworks, photographs, letters, and books from Talley’s personal collection. Custom mannequins based on a sculpture by SCAD alum Stephen Hayes present the looks, adding a sculptural dimension to the installation.

Gowns worn by figures within Talley’s circle, including Anna Wintour, Renée Zellweger, and Lauren Santo Domingo, also appear in the presentation. A Legacy Rooted in SCAD André Leon Talley had a deep and long standing relationship with SCAD throughout his life…

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