In the Dressing Room

"Mrs. 'Jack' Gardner's coiffure adornment worn at the Copley Hall dance Thursday evening was quite the most original seen for many a day."
-A Boston reporter

John Singer Sargent’s iconic portrait of Isabella Stewart Gardner illustrates the vital role that style played in Gardner's life. From her controversial black French gown to her signature pearls and rubies, Gardner had a distinct appreciation for the art of couture and the right accessory.

Welcome to Gift at the Garner's dressing room: browse our wide range of garments, jewelry, and accouterment inspired by the artwork in the Palace and by the fashion-forward aesthetic of the founder herself.