Exhibitions

DIVA

Elton's wig. Marilyn's dress. Prince's shoes. It was all in DIVA. 

From the catwalk to the silver screen, DIVA celebrated the looks and legends that have defined generations.

DIVA exhibition at Auckland Museum

PAST EXHIBITION

DIVA was a dazzling celebration of the artists who have captivated audiences around the world, driven change, and redefined culture. This spectacular international exhibition came exclusively to Auckland Museum from the V&A in London.

Outfits worn by Cher, designed by Bob Mackie.

DIVA exhibition at Auckland Museum

Featuring over 280 objects, including the show-stopping costumes worn by the stars themselves, DIVA explored the power, ambition, and artistry of some of the most iconic performers in history.

DIVA featured the looks and legends of the names that needed no introduction, including Cher, Madonna, Tina Turner, Marilyn Monroe, Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Björk, Billie Eilish and many more.

Left: Valentino Haute Couture dress for Björk. Right: Stella McCartney outfit worn by Billie Eilish at Glastonbury.

DIVA exhibition at Auckland Museum

From exquisite couture gowns and breath-taking costumes to intimate personal items, visitors were able to journey through the worlds of some of history’s most magnetic performers, and find out how the very idea of “diva” has been redefined over time.

We were transported to Glastonbury, the Met Gala, and the Academy Awards - right here at Auckland Museum. It featured garments from the all time greats of fashion; from Bob Mackie to Valentino, Maison Margiela to Vivienne Westwood and more, DIVA was your chance to examine their unparalleled design artistry up-close and in-person. 

Elton John's 50th birthday party costume, designed by Sandy Powell.

Created by the V&A - touring the world.

V&A Logo in hot pink