Schiaparelli at the V&A, Ruggable x Scalamandré Rugs, and James Showroom Palm Beach Pop-Up

Welcome to TGP Tidbits where we round up the happenings and our musings of the design industry each week. This week we take a look at Schiaparelli at the V&A, Ruggable x Scalamandré Rugs, and the James Showroom Palm Beach Pop-Up. Written by Natalie Aldridge.

Schiaparelli at the V&A

London is gearing up for a fashion exhibition that will be a must see. In spring 2026, the Victoria and Albert Museum will open Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art, the UK’s first major exhibition dedicated to the great Elsa Schiaparelli, one of the 20th century’s most visionary designers. Running from March 28th through November 1st, the show will follow the extraordinary legacy of Elsa Schiaparelli, from her Surrealist beginnings in the 1920s to the house’s present-day direction.

V&A exhibitions are always a favorite, consistently immersive and impeccably executed, and this promises to be no exception. Schiaparelli’s world lends itself naturally to spectacle and storytelling, where fashion, art, theater, and fantasy all come together. Long before “fashion as art” became a familiar phrase, she was blurring those boundaries through outlandish silhouettes, unexpected materials, and collaborations with artists including Salvador Dalí and Jean Cocteau.

The exhibition will present more than 200 objects, from couture garments and jewelry to paintings, photographs, perfumes, and archival material, positioning Schiaparelli not simply as a couturier but as a creative force whose influence extended far beyond the runway. Rather than a traditional retrospective, the show will be a richly layered exploration of how imagination, craftsmanship, and cultural converge.

For anyone drawn to the intersection of fashion, art, and design history, Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art feels destined to become one of the standout exhibitions on the 2026 cultural calendar. Tickets go on sale here February 3rd. We cannot wait to visit! Schiaparelli at the V&A!

Ruggable x Scalamandré Rugs

There are few names in American decoration that carry as much visual memory as Scalamandré, which is why its new collaboration with Ruggable feels genuinely interesting and timely. Not because it’s loud, but because it’s clever and perfectly bold.

Scalamandré patterns have long lived in the margins of our cultural imagination. They show up in rooms you remember long after you’ve left them. Translating those storied motifs into rugs feels like a natural evolution, especially when done in a way that doesn’t ask you to treat them like museum pieces. The iconic Zebras, cheetahs, and a tigers feel familiar here, but softened, grounded, and meant to be lived with.

What’s appealing is the lack of fuss. These rugs don’t demand a room be designed around them. They simply take their place and do the work. They’re an instant character builder. It’s heritage design that understands modern life. At The Glam Pad, we’re always drawn to moments where classic pieces adapt without losing their point of view. This collection manages exactly that. It’s not about reinvention but a modern take on a classic . Shop the full collection here!

JAMES Showroom Palm Beach Pop-Up

The JAMES Showroom is heading to Palm Beach! Beginning February 18th, the beloved multi-line showroom will pop up in the Casa Branca Atelier & Showroom, bringing more than 20 artisanal lines to the Palm Beach design community.

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Known for its thoughtfully curated roster of textiles, lighting, furniture, rugs, and decorative objects, JAMES Showroom has become a trusted source for designers who value craftsmanship, character, and pieces with a point of view. The Palm Beach pop-up will be a rare opportunity to see a wide range of makers in one place within the inspiring environment of Casa Branca.

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The pairing feels particularly fitting as the Casa Branca Atelier has quickly become a creative hub, celebrated for its bold patterns and spirited approach to interiors. With JAMES joining the mix, it will be a lively exchange of ideas, materials, and inspiration. If you find yourself in Palm Beach this February, plan a visit and stop in. It is the kind of pop-up that that will be especially worth the trip.

You can read more about Meredith Ellis, founder and owner of JAMES via our Style Profile and Design Crush.