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When one is rubbing elbows with Picassos, Rodins and the celebrated works of a galaxy of modern artists, only museum-quality finery will do. Think ultrafemme dresses and suits, netting, lace and beaucoup bijoux.

Photographed by Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin
Styled by Alex White

October 2009

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From left: Dolce & Gabbana’s polyamide, acetate and lurex dress, dolcegabbana.it. Dolce & Gabbana necklace and belt; Louis Vuitton bag. Yves Saint Laurent’s wool grain de poudre jacket, vest and pants and cotton shirt, at select Yves Saint Laurent boutiques, 212.980.2970. Philip Treacy London hat; Yves Saint Laurent tie.

Location: Centre Pompidou, Paris
Architects: Renzo Piano and Richard Rogers

Photographed by Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin
Styled by Alex White

October 2009

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