New York’s Disco Scene: Studio 54 and its Fashion

Jul 17

Studio 54 was a disco nightclub in Manhattan that opened the dance floor in 1977 to its celebrity guest list. Unfortunately, the Gallo Opera House on 54th street shut down in 1980. Despite the downfall of the club, the glitz and glamorous memories and fashions have lived on.

COURTESY OF ROSE HARTMAN/THE ARTISTS COMPANY

The club was known for its spontaneity and extraordinary experiences. For Valentino’s birthday, he dressed as a ringmaster while circus animals were brought into the venue. That wasn’t all… Giorgio Armani hired 20 violinists to perform in the lobby and the Ballets de Trocadero de Monte Carlo to perform on stage. Bianca Jagger’s huge birthday bash was also celebrated and put together by Halston as it is notoriously known that she came in on a horse.

There was no dress code, however, everyone came in something fabulous one way or another. Typically, many were seen in sequins, vibrant colors, and anything shiny. Fast forward to present day after-parties and runway shows, it is evident that the glamour in fashion will never go away.

We can take a look at Fendace’s recent collection using the alluring chainmail in silver and pink. The flair to this disco look embodies a part of the Studio 54 aesthetic. Sequins are also often seen on red carpet looks nowadays like Jessica Chastain’s Oscars look a few months back.

While Studio 54 was a time to dance and let loose, it was also a time where no one cared what you were dressed up in. Embracing fashion for its collective aesthetics is something that will always be trending.