Art x Outfit Edit #29 Rain, cold, grey… Winter is definitely coming… Yet, there is still space for some transitional pieces, or, better said, for delusional fashion choices worth taking the risk to catch a cold. Fashion, after all, is a game. Sometimes, one looses, sometimes one wins. As I was going through an exhibitContinue reading “Paris’ Delaunay”
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Rabanne x Dalí
This season in the realm of artistic collaborations, a unique fusion of contemporary creativity and surreal vision has emerged. The union of Paco Rabanne’s work, now under the creative helm of Julien Dossena, and of the legendary surrealist painter Salvador Dalí’s paintings, has given birth to a simple yet interesting, detail-oriented collection that is aContinue reading “Rabanne x Dalí”
Morisot’s Party Tip
Art x Fashion Edit #28 For a very long time, and probably like most of you were (or still are), I was oblivious to the amazing talent of Berthe Morisot. Yet, she is one of the most important artist of the Impressionist movement. With Mary Cassatt, she is among the only two women who wereContinue reading “Morisot’s Party Tip”
Longchamp x Robert Indiana
On October 31st, Longchamp, in collaboration with the Robert Indiana Legacy Initiative launched their collection in hommage to the American artist and specifically to his LOVE motif featured on their signature Pliage bag. The brand underlines their common values of graphic simplicity, inventive design, and optimist colors. The collection is meant to embody the emotionalContinue reading “Longchamp x Robert Indiana”
de Staël’s Arcadia
Art x Fashion Edit #27 As one might guess, I am consuming a pretty consistent amount of art. And by pretty consistent, I mean particularly large. Consequently, I have learned to differentiate famous and unknown art, what the art ecosystem labels as good and bad art, and lastly, what I like and not like. ItContinue reading “de Staël’s Arcadia”
Loewe x Lynda Benglis
Loewe, again, I know. Well what can I say, Loewe is currently one of the most interesting brands when it comes to the intersection of art and fashion. JWA perfectly masters the meaning-creating potential of the now usual collaborations between artists and designers. For the SS24 collection presented this past September 29th, the Spanish houseContinue reading “Loewe x Lynda Benglis”
Kapoor’s Party
Art x Outfit Edit #26 It is mid-October, no occasion for another two weeks at least. Well, whatever, you and I do not need an occasion to look grand. Grand, that is what I think every time I see one of Kapoor’s work. Anish Kapoor is famous for his large scale public art pieces, likeContinue reading “Kapoor’s Party”
Dior x Elena Bellantoni
Feminism under Dior by Maria Grazia Chiuri is not new. Ever since she took the artistic helm of the French powerhouse, MGC has consistently partnered with female artists, mainly for the experiential and scenographic aspects of her shows. From Judy Chicago to Mariella Bettineschi, MGC has been partnering with women artists season after season. AsContinue reading “Dior x Elena Bellantoni”
Farewell Botero
Art x Outfit Edit #25 Fernando Botero was a renowned Colombian painter and sculptor, celebrated for his distinctive style characterized by exaggerated proportions and voluptuous forms. Born on April 19, 1932, in Medellín, Colombia, Botero’s art is instantly recognizable for its unique blend of realism and surrealism, often referred to as “Boterismo.” His work spansContinue reading “Farewell Botero”
Dior x Jean-Michel Othoniel
At the Brooklyn Botanical Garden, where art, fragrance, and high fashion converge, Dior Beauty hosted a star-studded evening to celebrate the launch of J’adore L’Or, a reimagined masterpiece by Francis Kurkdjian, Dior’s Perfume Creation Director. This exceptional fragrance release was accompanied by a collaboration with the renowned contemporary artist Jean-Michel Othoniel. Their artistic synergy broughtContinue reading “Dior x Jean-Michel Othoniel”