Ubierająca się para (The Dressing Couple)

The neon sign on the Central Department Store in Łódź was created in 1972 and quickly became one of the city’s most recognisable neon artworks. It depicted an animated man and woman gradually getting dressed, illuminated by colourful neon lights. The installation served as an advertisement for the department store, conveying the message that it offered clothing for everyone, from head to toe. Its dynamic use of light and movement caught the attention of passers-by, combining commercial advertising with artistic expression. Over time, the neon sign deteriorated and was eventually dismantled. It was later reconstructed and relit in 2022, bringing back an iconic piece of Łódź’s visual heritage and a reminder of the distinctive neon culture that flourished in Poland during the socialist era.