Maria Grazia Chiuri on Fashion, Art, and the Future
In an interview with Artribune, Dior's creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri discusses her inspirations, collaborations with artists, and vision for the future. Born in Rome in 1964, Chiuri emphasizes her passion, commitment, and curiosity. She cites the Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Moderna (GNAM) in Rome as a formative influence, where she developed a love for the Scuola Romana. Chiuri highlights collaborations with artists like Tomaso Binga and Claire Fontaine, noting that their works are immersive experiences, not mere backdrops. She reflects on the importance of genius loci, shaped by her Roman roots and Parisian work. For the future, Chiuri quotes Bruno Latour on rapid change and advises young designers to study, stay connected, and work hard. The interview is part of the 'Futuro Antico' series.
Key facts
- Maria Grazia Chiuri is creative director of Dior women's collections.
- Born in Rome in 1964.
- Influenced by the Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Moderna (GNAM) and the Scuola Romana.
- Collaborated with artists Tomaso Binga and Claire Fontaine.
- Claire Fontaine's neon phrases included 'We Are All Clitoridian Women'.
- Cites Gianfranco Ferré's book 'Lettres à un jeune couturier'.
- Quotes Bruno Latour: 'Things change so fast that it's hard for us to keep up'.
- Interview part of Artribune's 'Futuro Antico' series.
Entities
Artists
- Maria Grazia Chiuri
- Tomaso Binga
- Claire Fontaine
- Carla Lonzi
- Gianfranco Ferré
- Bruno Latour
Institutions
- Dior
- Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Moderna (GNAM)
- Artribune
Locations
- Rome
- Italy
- Paris
- France
- Lecce