The Motorcycle: The History of the Leather Jacket
When
7.00 – 8.00pm, Wed 9 Dec 2020About
How did the leather jacket evolve from its origins as a rebellious symbol embraced by bikers, to a garment gracing the runways?
Join Dr Anna Hickey, as she traces the history of this iconic fashion garment, from the original biker jacket worn by Marlon Brando in the Wild One, to symbol of activism for leather pride, as well as a must-have contemporary wardrobe staple. What is the origin story of the humble leather jacket?
Free / Bookings required / Participant’s webcam and microphone will be disabled / The event will be recorded and made available on QAGOMA’s YouTube / NOTE: This talk is happening at 7.00pm AEST (Queensland time).
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