Who among us hasn't fallen in love with the beauty and elegance of Downton Abbey? From February 5 thru May 25, 2015 Biltmore Estate is having the Dressing Downton: Changing Fashion for Changing Times Exhibition. More than 45 costumes from the popular PBS Masterpiece series will be on display. The costumes will be shown in groupings throughout the house which are inspired by the show as well as real life at Biltmore. The outfits will range from servants uniforms to the lavish evening gowns for the women of the house and depict world events from the sinking of the Titanic to the Jazz Age and the evolving roles of women & fashion. 

Biltmore Estate does offer Group Discounts and we are trying to get a group together for a day trip to Asheville. If you are interested and we have enough people, I will plan an outing that suits the majority of the group. I will put a sign up sheet in the store. Keep in mind once we have chosen a date, we will need your payment in full prior to booking. 

Exhibition produced by Exhibits Development Group in cooperation with Cosprop Ltd., London. Downton™ and Downton Abbey®. ©2015 Carnival Film & Television Limited. All Rights Reserved. This exhibit is included with your estate admission. For more information on this exhibit visit Biltmore.com

Pantone Color Institute is the company that the fashion industry looks to to help predict what colors will be in style for the upcoming year. They are able to make their predictions by hours upon hours of research. They look for colors that are popping up worldwide, not only in the fashion industry, but also in the entertainment industry, upcoming films, art, emerging artists, travel destinations, socio-economic conditions and more.

They look for a color that resonates around the world. The color of the year is a reflection of what people are looking for, what they feel they need. We all look for colors that express our moods and our attitudes. This year people are saying they want to feel grounded & nurtured while being sophisticated.  

What is the color of 2015? Marsala; a rich red-brown hue which adds a natural earthy sophistication which easily translates to fashion, beauty, industrial design, home furnishings and interiors.  

This color is equally appealing to men & women and is flattering against many skin tones. Marsala is a stirring and flavorful shade for apparel and accessories, one that encourages color creativity and experimentation. It is a great layering color, and looks wonderful against metallics, as well as browns & coppers. Teal, blue green and orange would all be great contrasting colors. 

Keep an eye out for this rich beautiful tone on our shelves!