The 1950s
The 1950s represented a new charge of energy that was reflected within all the aspects of society during the post-war period. Quick rhythms of rock’n roll music and dance, new faces of the media world and fashion icons of that time represented the conceptual designing of products. The concepts of the fifties introduced skirts, which in silhouette were reminiscent of the Dior’s New Look. Structures, textile prints patterns and embroidery, as well as various combinations of techniques creatively complemented the variety of inspirational stories.
Garment appearance, fashion accessories, exhibition of embroidery, screen-prints and felted handbags in addition to the themes of the fifties of the 20th century, included the architecture of Maribor. The characteristics of some buildings that characterise the city were also easily recognisable in lamps. Through the various layers of bandages wrapped over the chassis of distinctive architecture the lamps created a play of light that gave the icons of the city of Maribor special touches.