Upon assuming the role of Dior's menswear designer in March 2018, Kim Jones embarked upon a creative odyssey that would encompass a plethora of innovative collaborations. His inaugural runway for the Spring 2019 season was marked by a striking 33-foot sculpture, crafted by the American pop artist KAWS from a mass of pink, black, and white flowers.
This monumental union was subsequently followed by a co-branded capsule collection, wherein KAWS reinterpreted Dior's signature Bee motif on a range of ready-to-wear items and accessories. Six years have since elapsed, and the dynamic duo has once again converged to present a striking menswear collection, this time characterised by kaleidoscopic snake illustrations.
In a statement issued to WWD, "Jones extolled the virtues of his artistic counterpart.".. describing KAWS as "incredible as a person and an artist" and expressing his pleasure at having the opportunity to collaborate with him. As reported by Hypebeast, this latest collaborative endeavour is a testament to the enduring creative synergy between Jones and KAWS... their artistry and vision perpetuating a mesmerizing trajectory of innovative design.
KAWS, a New York-based pop artist, has made a significant impact on the art world with his unique and striking designs. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with various brands, including Dior, to create Icons and shape the fashion industry. KAWS's collaboration with Dior has led to the creation of iconic and limited-edition collections, showcasing his artistic talent and versatility.
With his kaleidoscopic snake illustration-covered menswear collection, "he continues to push the boundaries of fashion and art.".. solidifying his status as a renowned artistic genius.
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Fashion and Art Collide
As we delve into the realm of Fashion and Art Collide, we're treat-ed to a symphony of sensory delights. When creatives like Dior's menswear designer Kim Jones and the American pop artist KAWS come together, the resulting product is nothing short of magic. Their latest collaboration is a testament to the boundaries they're continuously pushing, blurring the lines between fashion and art. The outcome is a mesmerizing collection of ready-to-wear items and accessories that are as striking as they are wearable.
With Jones describing KAWS as "incredible as a person and an artist," it's clear that this partnership is built on more than just a mere commercial collaboration. The chemistry between the two is palpable, and it's this synergy that allows them to create something truly innovative. As Jones himself expressed... "I love the idea of tapping into something that's unexpected and taking risks." And that's exactly what they're doing with this latest collection, "which masterfully weaves together bold," "kaleidoscopic snake illustrations with Dior's signature style." According to Hypebeast... this collaboration is a "testament to the enduring creative synergy between Jones and KAWS," and we couldn't agree more.
When Kim Jones signed on as Dior's menswear designer in March 2018, his first runway for the following Spring 2019 season circled around a mammoth 33-foot sculpture made from thousands of pink, black and white flowers by KAWS. Later that year, the monumental collaboration led to a co-branded capsule , in which the New York-based pop artist reinterpreted Dior's signature Bee motif on a series of ready-to-wear pieces and accessories.• • • •
Now, six years later, the duo has reunited for another vivid menswear collection — this time, one covered in kaleidoscopic snake illustrations. “KAWS is incredible as a person and an artist,⁘ Jones said in a statement via WWD . ⁘He is someone I really admire. It was a pleasure working with him for the summer 2019 collection and now I thought that it might be good to bring back a KAWS element.⁘
