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Gus Casely-Hayford, director of V&A East, tells a human-centred history of fashion.

Introducing Torn

This is Torn - the series that unpicks the hidden histories behind what we wear.

Calico cotton

Gus Casely-Hayford tells the story of what makes cotton contentious and revolutionary.

Indian chintz dress

Gus Casely-Hayford explores the triumphs of black Americans in fashion from slavery to now

Wax Print

Gus Casely-Hayford explores the history of wax print fabric worn by Africans.

Mauve Mania

Gus Casely-Hayford explores how synthetic dyes have changed us and the planet.

Viscose Rayon

Gus Casely-Hayford explores the history of viscose rayon, first known as 'fake silk'.

Readymade Suit

Gus Casely-Hayford unravels the past and present of garment sweatshops.

Fisherman Sweater

Gus Casely-Hayford discovers how the traditional fisherman sweater entered into fashion.

Miniskirt

Gus Casely-Hayford explores the controversial history of the miniskirt.

Ray-Ban

Gus Casely-Hayford charts the history of Ray-Ban sunglasses from Aviators to Wayfarers.

Air Jordans

Gus Casely-Hayford tells of how Air Jordans kickstarted a revolution in trainers.

Gus Casely-Hayford, director of V&A East, tells a human-centred history of fashion.