Born to describe a subculture of modern jazz enthusiasts in 1960s London, the term "Modernist" morphs into a movement encapsulating all things "believed to be popular, fashionable or modern" [wiki]. With growing affluence and an increasing influence of music and art, "Mod" style surfaces, breeding a new era of 'cool kids.' Between 1960 and 1973 a mixed genre of cultural and political stimulants, variable trends and a new generation of designers fuel thoughts that "fashions of the 1960s were legendary for their energy, their ingenuity and their enduring appeal" [MCNY]. On view through April 1, 2018, the Museum of the City of New York (MCNY) showcases evidence of "Mod" style in the US over a transformative 13 years. Keep reading for a look inside Mod New York: Fashion Takes a Trip...
