Frida Kahlo was not only an iconic artist, she was also a woman of bold beauty and a cutting-edge fashionista whose timeless sense of style continues to inspire and influence the worlds of fashion, media, and art today. Fashion is an optical illusion that Frida employed with astute intelligence and artistic intent. Frida knew that life is theater and fashion was its disguise. Frida understood the importance of image and attitude, no matter who you are. The canvas was Frida's mirror, and she was the painter, the model, and the painting: author, subject, medium, and object. Frida was her own greatest work of art. Whether she was in Mexico City, New York, or Paris, Frida Kahlo's unique multicultural aesthetic created an exciting and unparalleled style that made her the center of attention wherever she went. The impact of Frida's fashion fusion still generates a contagious attraction around the world. International fashion magazines feature editorials that clearly show Frida's influence; Fashion designers and models continue to channel her indomitable spirit; filmmakers, composers, and artists create new works that reflect her singular aesthetic. Fashion as the Art of Being is a vibrant tribute to Frida Kahlo's bold character, style, and artistry, a fascinating journey that reflects the kaleidoscopic ways in which Frida's unique story and personality have been interpreted and adapted like few others in our time.