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A few words on subject of art and fashion:)

I came across a very telling video by Jennine Jacob that explains the state of design today. It correlates, through the lens of fashion design, the impact of business driven initiatives on creativity and innovation. She points out that data driven design is creativity oriented towards the past rather than the future, impeding the invention of something new. This neutralizes visionaries, driven by imagination and intuition, who are essential to innovation. This is the state of design across multiple verticals: architecture, vehicles, music composition, fashion and digital products. Check it out: https://lnkd.in/eB7Mjzkj

Captivating the World of Fashion and Design: An Exclusive Interview with Robert Rufino! Join us in an illuminating conversation as we delve deep into the creative genius of Robert Rufino, a visionary force in the realm of fashion and design. In this exclusive interview, we uncover the diverse influences and inspirations behind Rufino’s fashion and design perspective. ⁠ ⁠ Video by ZULUECHO STUDIO . #interiordesign #interiordesigner #interiordesigninspiration #interiortrends #designtrends #designlovers  #interiorlovers #interiordesignlovers

Less than one year ago, Andrea Jose Castro and I met in Lima at Conservation X Labs #InnovationXchange (thanks Cassie H. for orchestrating!). Since then we've traded stories, ideas, and encouragement to continue creating a jewelry industry that elevates people at its core. Next wednesday, I'm honored to reunite with Andrea Jose and several other sustainability and social impact leaders NYC Jewelry Week to talk where we're seeing progress, where we're getting stuck, and how to really move forward together. #NYCJW #Sustainability #ResponsibleSourcing #Sostenibilidad #Impactosocial

Over the course of history, collectors have viewed art as not only a source personal pride and object of beauty, but a reliable store of value. Find out more about both the history and how even today art is ideally placed to store and grow value: https://bit.ly/3L0OXnB #OwnTheUnownable #AlternativeAssets #AlternativeInvestments #ArtMarket #ArtInvestments

🪙The Art Basel Lifestyle 2024 : A Personal Insight A week after the great opening of the messia Art Basel, waiting for a Friend at Café de Flore in Paris this early morning, thinking of a daily life deeply entrenched in the world stakes of art and luxury, I couldn't help but reflect on the latest buzz around Art Basel's bold venture into retail This wasn't just another commercial gimmick; it was a carefully curated experience designed by the brilliant Sarah Andelman renowned for her work with Colette boutique.The newly launched Art Basel Shop offers an eclectic mix of exclusive collectibles, from Jean-Michel Basquiat’s Ferris Wheel toy to Cindy Sherman’s skate decks, blending high art with high fashion in a way that’s both innovative and chic My personal journey through the artworld has taught me that true luxury isn’t just about owning a piece of art, it’s about experiencing and embodying the essence of that art in everyday life. This is precisely to me what the Art Basel Shop achieves. By bringing together artist collaborations and unique memorabilia, it might be allows us to take a piece of the fair’s magic home, extending the Art Basel experience beyond the confines of the exhibition halls Here’s a question: Is this move a masterstroke in making art more "accessible", or does it risk diluting the sanctity of high art by commercializing it? I believe it’s a fine balance, and Art Basel seems to have struck it well, ensuring that even the most exclusive pieces are thoughtfully curated and deeply connected to the artists' visions How do you see it? Is Art Basel pioneering a new era where art and lifestyle blend seamlessly, or are we now witnessing the high-brow commodification of culture? #artlife #artinsights https://lnkd.in/gTEW2Zzx

In line with the Communication Strategy devised for one of our THINK PIG | Factory's Clients, we tasked the #Authors within our #Community with crafting an ambitious #Script. The goal was to echo and idolize the original message of a #Film's #Plot created by one of the leading and most celebrated Authors, #Screenwriters, #Directors, and #Humorists of contemporary times to promote the second edition of the CHILDREN'S SHOW. We aimed to relate this message to the present days, envisioning a child and contemporary Woody Allen inadvertently finding inspiration to create one of his most renowned films, all the while unaware that one day he would evolve into the Woody we recognize today. But there's more to the Story. We dared to speculate that perhaps our Woody, through his film set in #Manhattan, even served as inspiration for Gary Ross, providing the spark for him to create #Pleasantville. Who knows for sure...? Why did we embark on this endeavor? Simply put, while it becomes increasingly challenging to uncover #original and high-quality ideas—especially when the great Directors of #Cinema seem to have covered every conceivable angle—our audience, particularly the demographic targeted by this commercial #short film, still yearns for fresh content while maintaining a connection to #stories of the past. With this anecdote, we hope to embolden all the Authors within our Community to take risks. There are no boundaries to imagination. Therefore, after viewing this commercial short film and, most importantly, after offering constructive feedback, we encourage you to pick up your pen and start #writing or #proposing a New Story to the Community, whatever it may be. ☞ The SCRIPT BOARD is at your disposal to share any idea you wish to #pitch. ☞ Our role is to bring your Story to life on the screen, no matter which screen that may be... 📽 Watch Short-Movie: https://lnkd.in/dK_HuacQ ➕ JOIN Community: https://www.thinkpig.it/ ENJOY COMMUNITY 🐖

SON OF A STAG’s latest campaign has a clear message: “Find Your Style.” We’re embarking on a multimedia campaign across our social platforms, website, and in-store with the goal of creating visibility around some of the most hotly debated aspects of menswear and premium denim. The heritage world can seem formidable, with opinionated voices often dominating the space and making newcomers feel overwhelmed – we want to change this. Through a series of carefully researched guides, we’ll explain the history and production methods behind many of our gateway items to create an atmosphere which gives the audience space to find their own personal style instead of limiting them into a single, trend-driven uniform. We’ll talk about the benefits of certain fabrics, cuts, and silhouettes to give unbiased advice on how to dress for your body type and lifestyle. As it runs through the summer, the goal of the “Find Your Style” campaign is to equip our current audience with in-depth explanations of our most popular brands, whilst also drawing interest from new markets by making our store and garments accessible to those who may have been previously interested, but not known where to start. We believe that by fostering a welcoming community around the SON OF A STAG brand, we aim to establish ourselves as the leading name in the growing heritage market. Check out the campaign here: Teaser - The Gallery: https://lnkd.in/eRpUSkNj Episode 1 - What is Selvedge Denim?: https://lnkd.in/edjxgRTa #Marketing #Ad #Campaign #Menswear #Fashion

Some spreads of our contribution to View magazine SS2025, The Forecast Issue, with existentialism as the base concept. Existentialism acknowledges the inherent paradoxes and contradictions in life as it focuses on the complexities and ambiguities of human existence. Instead of offering ready-made answers, existentialism encourages us to make genuine choices and seek meaning. The six fashion design directions collectively create an atmosphere where the interplay between nostalgia and eroded, culture and absence, and softness and camouflage mirrors the intricate duality of human existence, encouraging us to explore unique paths in a world that teems with paradoxes and uncertainties. #DesignInnovation #ViewMagazine #SS2025 #Creativity #InnovationJourney Concept: Oltmans van Niekerk Artworks: Rebeka Mór & Hanna Rédling

NEVER BE MISTAKEN FOR SAUCE AGAIN A cleaning lady in southern Italy unwittingly throws away contemporary artworks she believed to be rubbish. A rich New York family uses a 16th Century Chinese Vase as a door knob, which eventually gets auctioned for $1.3MM. The world is abundant with cases of mistaken identity. And #Metaxa, the premium spirit from #Greece, is no exception. Germans mistake it for a thick, greasy sauce from Greece that goes well with gyro. We used the insight as a creative springboard and invented “The Museum of #Mistaken Identities”, which is now featured at @Affenhaus Gallery in Hamburg, where visitors can discover unbelievable cases of mistaken identities and learn about the true meaning of the #art. So here is to all the serious cases of mistaken identities, the wonderful Weber Shandwick team (Hendrike Lea Heitmann, James Nester, Frederik Gruhn, Tayo Gross, Madita K., Markus Tillmann) as well as our gutsy clients from Rémy Cointreau and Eggers & Franke GmbH. The work is already earning the attention of NTV, FOCUS Magazin and other high profile German #media. Even though I'm no longer with Weber Shandwick, I'm humbled to have been part of this effort. May Metaxa never be mistaken for sauce again. Go see it now at Affenfaust Galerie in Hamburg. #creativity #strategy #insight #effectiveness #research #advertising