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Louvre Opens First Fashion Exhibition After Shock Memo About Decay

A Giambattista Valli dress from the haute couture 2018-2019 collection displayed at 'Louvre Couture' (Credit: AFP)

The Louvre in Paris opened its first-ever fashion exhibition on Friday, seeking to draw new, younger audiences amid national concern about conditions inside the landmark art destination.

The show, called "Louvre Couture", welcomed its first visitors a day after a shock memo from the museum's director about water leaks, building problems and overcrowding made headlines internationally.

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