Fashion Museum Bath: Dress of the Year

Join us for a celebratory evening exploring fashion’s power to shape identity, reflect culture, and inspire change. This hybrid event takes place at The Guildhall in Bath, with the option to attend in person or join us live online via Zoom.

Leading voices in fashion will explore the legacy of Dress of the Year - a tradition that captures defining moments in style and culture. This year’s chosen look, selected by Tim Blanks, will be revealed live, spotlighting the creativity and cultural relevance of contemporary fashion.

Panellists:

Tim Blanks – Editor-at-Large at The Business of Fashion, renowned for his global influence in fashion journalism.

Bianca Saunders – Innovative London menswear designer blending British and Jamaican heritage with gender-fluid tailoring.

Stephen Jones OBE – Legendary milliner whose iconic creations have adorned stars from Rihanna to Royalty, with collaborations spanning Dior to Vivienne Westwood.

About Dress of the Year : For 60 years, the Fashion Museum has invited industry experts to select a standout look that defines the year in fashion. Discover this evolving archive in our online gallery.