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Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Dior's ‘Designer of Dreams' Retrospective Lands in Seoul
SEOUL — Dior's blockbuster retrospective may have traveled through several cities in the last nine years, but fans of the couture house can enjoy a whole new experience in the latest edition in Seoul. The exhibition, which debuted at Les Arts Décoratifs museum in Paris for the brand's 70th anniversary, encapsulates Dior's history of dressing women for special occasions, the craftsmanship of the studio and workshop, as well as the founder Christian Dior's love of gardens. More from WWD 2024 Top 100: How a Targeted Retail Strategy Buoyed LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton's Beauty Business Anderson to Show First Dior Men's Collection in June Hermès Preps for Potential Price Rise in the U.S. in Face of Tariffs The 'Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams' exhibition at Dongdaemun Design Plaza, one of Seoul's landmark venues designed by Zaha Hadid, debuted on Friday and will be open to the public until July 13. 'Each time it's the same theme but with a different concept and different dresses,' said Olivier Bialobos, Dior's deputy managing director of global communication and image. Pieces are newly chosen for each city, from an ever-expanding archive collection that includes more than 15,000 dresses and 15,000 accessories. Visitors will be able to view some 250 dresses, ranging from never-before-seen pieces found through auctions to recognizable numbers worn on the red carpet by Jisoo of Blackpink and Natalie Portman. 'This company lasted so long because there is a consistency between the designers that have been the head of the house, and this exhibition tells the story,' said curator Florence Müller, who works with the patrimony team to go through Dior's expansive archive. In addition to featuring a new set of dresses, the exhibition unveiled works by artists of Korean origin, including new additions to the Dior Lady Art project. Lee Ufan, a pioneer of the Mono-ha movement, brought his signature gestural stroke to three wooly bags in black, mint and white. The bags were featured in a Lady Dior showcase alongside past projects by artists of Korean origin including Soo Sunny Park and Zadie Xa. The exhibition of the iconic handbags is a completely new feature introduced for Seoul. 'The glass cases of the Lady Dior corner were inspired by [Korean artist] Nam June Paik,' said the exhibit's scenographer Shohei Shigematsu, a partner at Dutch architect Rem Koolhaas' OMA agency. 'Dior is creating a platform where lots of different minds are converging, and it's a deep collaboration that is not cliched in terms of incorporating Asian aesthetics. It's a profound collaboration,' he said. Park, a Korean American artist, brought to the show her signature kinetic sculpture, an organic installation that constantly interacts with the light to shift the mood of the room. 'The artwork itself is not the object. I like to think about my work as a living assemblage of things,' Park said, adding it was wonderful to work with lighting designer François Roupinian for recreating a nocturnal ambience. Shigematsu noted that the venue, normally used for Seoul Fashion Week, presented exciting challenges. 'It's 2,000 square meters with 16-meter-high ceilings without columns. The ultimate freedom was so exciting, but sometimes freedom is scary,' he said, explaining that his team had to 'build our own building within a building' to create thematic rooms that converge into one overarching story. A highlight of the exhibition is an atmospheric room conceptualized as a giant 'dalhangari' moon jar, a traditional piece of Joseon-era porcelain. Christian Dior's love of gardens is brought to life anew through delicate paper art by Hyunju Kim. The artist has been working with 'hanji,' or Korean traditional mulberry-fiber paper, for more than a decade. Kim along with 20-plus assistants spent more than two months crafting tens of thousands of paper leaves, flowers and branches. Two weeks were then allocated to individually 'planting' the paper blooms without the use of glue. 'I really took sustainability into account. The New Look expressed femininity and post-war healing, and so, I think the organic quality of 'hanji' can also bring the wonders of nature to the modern world,' Kim said. 'I loved working with Dior because I really felt support and respect for whatever I wanted to do,' she added. Bialobos explained that the artists have 'carte blanche to do whatever they want,' which helps the brand push new limits in terms of technology. Past Lady Dior Art bags with the Korean artist Lee Bul, for example, featured pieces of rock that the brand was challenged to craft in a way so that it was ultimately thinner than leather. Lee's bag is also on display in the exhibit. Xa, a Korean Canadian artist, expanded her horizons as an artist when she was commissioned to do a portrait of Christian Dior for the show. 'I don't normally do portraits, so it was an interesting fun and challenging,' said Xa, who had many conversations with her husband, Benito Mayor Vellayo, who is known for more traditional European-style portraits. 'When we often think about portraits we think about the physical, but I wanted to do a more psychological exploration. This wasn't easy because there was so much mysticism surrounding this man. But through my research I saw Monsieur Dior in a more empathetic way and felt connected with who he was: a man who loved gardens and named a bag after his dog,' she said. Best of WWD Bottega Veneta Through the Years Chanel's Ambassadors Over The Years Ranking Fashion's Longest-serving Creative Directors
Zawya
19-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Zawya
Visitors to Riyadh Season hit record number of 20mln
RIYADH — Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA) Turki Al-Sheikh announced that the number of visitors to the fifth edition of Riyadh Season has reached 20 million. The season witnesses this record number of visitors for the first time in its history since its launch in 2019. This reflects the unprecedented turnout for the season's events and the unique diversity it offers. The season's crossing of the 20 million visitor mark confirms its position as one of the largest entertainment events in the world, while continuing to provide new and innovative experiences that enhance Riyadh's position as a global entertainment destination. The season enjoys a distinctive reputation that makes its zones a major stop for visitors to Riyadh from within and outside the Kingdom, as it continues to attract visitors in huge numbers. The season's various zones witness the presence of huge number of visitors, especially in "Boulevard World", "Boulevard City", and "Boulevard Runway." These zones provide exceptional entertainment experiences that include artistic and musical performances, the latest international games, in addition to restaurants and cafes that offer the finest food experience, representing diverse cultures. The mild winter weather and public holidays have contributed to the tremendous turnout of the public to various zones of the season, where 'Dunes of Arabia' attracted adventure and camping enthusiasts. 'Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams' exhibition, being held at the Saudi National Museum, also drew wide interest from fashion and art lovers, while 'The Groves' zone attracted visitors with its unique atmosphere, international restaurants and live music performances, reflecting the diversity of options offered by the season. Major events, such as boxing matches, martial arts, and padel competitions are also witnessing tremendous turnout, in addition to artistic concerts that host a selection of distinguished stars and fans. © Copyright 2022 The Saudi Gazette. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Saudi Gazette
18-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Saudi Gazette
Turki Al-Sheikh: Visitors to Riyadh Season hit record number of 20 million
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA) Turki Al-Sheikh announced that the number of visitors to the fifth edition of Riyadh Season has reached 20 million. The season witnesses this record number of visitors for the first time in its history since its launch in 2019. This reflects the unprecedented turnout for the season's events and the unique diversity it offers. The season's crossing of the 20 million visitor mark confirms its position as one of the largest entertainment events in the world, while continuing to provide new and innovative experiences that enhance Riyadh's position as a global entertainment season enjoys a distinctive reputation that makes its zones a major stop for visitors to Riyadh from within and outside the Kingdom, as it continues to attract visitors in huge numbers. The season's various zones witness the presence of huge number of visitors, especially in "Boulevard World", "Boulevard City", and "Boulevard Runway." These zones provide exceptional entertainment experiences that include artistic and musical performances, the latest international games, in addition to restaurants and cafes that offer the finest food experience, representing diverse mild winter weather and public holidays have contributed to the tremendous turnout of the public to various zones of the season, where 'Dunes of Arabia' attracted adventure and camping enthusiasts. 'Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams' exhibition, being held at the Saudi National Museum, also drew wide interest from fashion and art lovers, while 'The Groves' zone attracted visitors with its unique atmosphere, international restaurants and live music performances, reflecting the diversity of options offered by the season. Major events, such as boxing matches, martial arts, and padel competitions are also witnessing tremendous turnout, in addition to artistic concerts that host a selection of distinguished stars and fans.
