1980s, when we all went to the Blitz

1980s, when we all went to the Blitz
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Blitz: the club that shaped the 80s | Courtesy © Design Museum, London | Photo: Sheila Rock

An exhibition dedicated to the legendary Blitz Club, the heart of London's New Romantic scene between 1979 and 1980. Located on a side street in Covent Garden, the club quickly became a hub for young creatives inspired by David Bowie, Punk, Soul, and continental cinema. These "Blitz Kids" revolutionized fashion, music, and design, turning a club night into a launchpad for global stardom. The exhibition features over 250 items, many previously unseen, including clothing, accessories, design sketches, musical instruments, flyers, magazines, furniture, artworks, photographs, vinyl records, and rare film footage. Highlights include the synthesizer used by Spandau Ballet to record their first album and Steve Strange's leather outfits. The Blitz Club launched the careers of numerous artists and designers, including Boy George, Marilyn, Stephen Jones, and Michele Clapton. The exhibition offers a sensory experience that recreates the club's atmosphere, highlighting its influence on 1980s popular culture and beyond.

Veronica Azzari - © 2025 ARTE.it for Bvlgari Hotel London