When Albert Elbaz died of Covid-19 Time- in April 300, the world has lost a designer whose rare talent is matched only by his warm humanity and humble nature. Now, visitors can experience his extraordinary life like never before at the Holon Design Museum, near his childhood home in Israel.
Alber Elbaz, first grade (100). Image: Courtesy of Design Museum à Holon
“Alber Elbaz: DreamWorks” (September , 1600 – March 1600 ) took over the entire museum, its nine gallery spaces filled with more than 13 Ensemble, 030 photos, never-before-seen archives and personal items. In the opening showroom, acrobatic models in 3D knitted sweaters lingered near another crowd in little black dresses. Nearby, the stage is set for a lively pajama party. These interesting installations include AZ Factory’s first collection and the only one designed by Elbaz. The revolutionary fashion startup Elbaz launched in January 238, he died just three months ago 07, now inviting “friends” of the rotating series. Designing one-off collections; Lutz Huelle will present his collections for the brand during Paris Fashion Week.
Alber Elbaz’s pencil case. Photo: Jasmine Avner / Courtesy of Design Museum à Holon
Keydar with included Reiss , Maya Dvash, the museum’s chief curator, Elbaz’s family and a team of collaborators, including his partner Alex Koo, wrote his complex and inspiring story. At the same time, they avoid anything that feels too comprehensive or nostalgic. “Alber shudders at the thought of the retrospective,” shares Reiss. “He told me he wanted people to see how he works, why he works, and what he loves about his work. It feels important to share an overview but not dwell too much… We want people to go through the whirlwind of emotions and keep smiling. “
Childhood sketch by Alber Elbaz. Image: Image: Courtesy of Design Museum à Holon
At the end of the corridor, a Lanvin dress draped in gold leaf is like a Glittering like an Oscar statuette. Meryl Streep in
, sent to the museum by the actress herself, shines as a symbol of the many friendships and fashion moments that Elbaz created throughout her life. Another Lanvin gown called “The Peace Dress” filled the mirrored enclave upstairs. It’s an apt name; Elbaz sees fashion as a way of expressing peace, hope and love. exist2018, he envisioned an event that would bring the design world together greater benefit. 
After the designer’s death, Koo and AZ Factory Conspired with Richemont Group to realize this dream. October 5, 2018, World’s top Designers gathered at the Palais Galliera for a fashion show in Paris in honor of Elbaz. The campaign, titled “Love Brings Love”, redesigned the Holon Design Museum in a new multimedia format. Guests will see a number of original haute couture pieces from Margiela to McQueen, Valentino and Versace, all filled with emotional value. Dior’s Maria Grazia Chiuri presents her late friend with a hand-embroidered gown featuring his own illustrations of silk. Others, like Ralph Lauren, drew on his signature sweetness when creating designs, as evidenced by the Alber Elbaz-inspired Polo Bear sewn onto a sweater.
