Unboxing Elsa Schiaparelli's Surrealist Jewellery, Perfume Bottles, Buttons & Accessories 🦞👁️

Step into the surreal world of Elsa Schiaparelli in this unboxing of whimsical haute couture buttons, jewellery, accessories and perfume bottles from one of fashion history’s most innovative designers. Known for her witty, unconventional and shockingly original designs, Elsa Schiaparelli blurred the boundaries between fashion and art, creating unforgettable pieces that still feel bold and modern today. In this video, we take a closer look at some of her most fascinating creations, including surrealist jewellery like her pinecone choker, and the playful Zut perfume bottle, inspired by a wardrobe malfunction. Chapters 👁️ 00:00 Who is Elsa Schiaparelli? 00:29 Pinecone choker, Bustle Collection, Summer 1939 01:44 Schiaparelli perfumes 02:21 Early fragrances: Schiap and Salut (1934) 03:00 Shocking perfume (1937) inspired by Mae West 03:38 Zut perfume (1937) risqué design 04:07 Snuff fragrance (1939) smoking pipe 04:38 Succès Fou perfume (1952) leaf-shaped bottle 04:55 Sport perfume (1952) champagne bottle 05:30 Makeup compacts in collaboration with Salvador Dali (1935) 06:57 Whimsical Schiaparelli buttons (1930– 40) 08:01 Bear brooch from Circus Collection (1938) ✨ Don’t forget to like, comment and subscribe for more videos on fashion history, vintage couture and iconic designers. 🦞 See the Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art exhibition at V&A South Kensington from 28 March – 8 November 2026. This exhibition has been created in collaboration with Schiaparelli. #fashionhistory