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Small specialty poster for the 1983 opening of
The Alexander Julian Shop in Washington, D.C..
The Poster and Event
Significance: The poster commemorates the opening of the first-ever Alexander Julian retail store at 1242 Wisconsin Avenue in the Georgetown neighborhood.
Date: March 11, 1983.
Artistic Style: The colorful, vertical stripe pattern is a hallmark of Julian’s design philosophy, reflecting his focus on textile and fabric creation. The stripes on this poster bear a strong resemblance to the "edge paintings" of artist Gene Davis, whose work is known to have inspired Julian.
Personalization: This particular copy features a handwritten inscription and autograph from Alexander Julian himself.
About Alexander Julian
Alexander Julian is a prominent American fashion designer from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, known for his sophisticated use of color and texture.
Innovations: He was the first American clothing designer to create his own exclusive fabrics, many of which are now in the Smithsonian Institution's permanent collection.
Famous Designs:
UNC Argyle: He designed the iconic argyle-patterned uniforms for the University of North Carolina (UNC) Tar Heels basketball team at the request of Coach Dean Smith.
Charlotte Hornets: He created the original teal and purple uniforms for the NBA's Charlotte Hornets.
Colours by Alexander Julian: He launched this successful menswear line in 1981, which helped bring bold colors into mainstream American menswear.
Awards: He is the youngest designer to be inducted into the Coty Hall of Fame and has won five Coty Awards and three Cutty Sark Awards for his contributions to fashion. |
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