Labubu x PSG, Es Devlin at NPG, and Luxury Brand Takeover at Venice Biennale
This week's cultural roundup showcases three significant intersections of art, fashion, and pop culture. The collectible toy Labubu from Pop Mart has been featured on exclusive Paris Saint-Germain jerseys, blending the realms of toy culture with high-end streetwear and global sports enthusiasm. Meanwhile, Es Devlin, an artist and stage designer, is redefining London's National Portrait Gallery into an immersive space that delves into themes of memory and identity through sound, light, and movement. During the Venice Biennale week, luxury labels such as Bulgari, Zegna, Bottega Veneta, Fondazione Prada, and Louis Vuitton play a pivotal role in shaping the cultural landscape, with Zegna backing the Italian Pavilion 'Con te con tutto' by artist Chiara Camoni, curated by Cecilia Canziani. The lines between art, branding, entertainment, and identity are increasingly blurring.
Key facts
- Labubu appears on limited-edition Paris Saint-Germain jerseys.
- Es Devlin transforms London's National Portrait Gallery into an immersive environment.
- Luxury brands like Bulgari, Zegna, Bottega Veneta, Fondazione Prada, and Louis Vuitton shape Venice Biennale week.
- Zegna supports the Italian Pavilion titled 'Con te con tutto' by Chiara Camoni.
- The Italian Pavilion is curated by Cecilia Canziani.
- Labubu collaboration reflects 'cute capital' as a luxury strategy.
- Es Devlin is known for stage designs for Beyoncé and opera.
- Venice Biennale feels like a hybrid of biennial, fashion week, and brand universe.
Entities
Artists
- Es Devlin
- Chiara Camoni
Institutions
- Pop Mart
- Paris Saint-Germain
- National Portrait Gallery
- Bulgari
- Zegna
- Bottega Veneta
- Fondazione Prada
- Louis Vuitton
- Italian Pavilion
Locations
- London
- United Kingdom
- Venice
- Italy