Will you see plenty of wanghong taking photos of themselves at these fashion exhibitions? Yes. But will you learn more about the stories and inspiration behind these iconic brands’ fashion direction. Also yes.
Here are three fashion exhibitions currently showing in the ‘Paris of the East.’
Acne Studios
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This exhibition celebrates the launch of the Swedish fashion house’s commemorative book, Acne Paper. From 2005-2014, Acne Paper was a biannual magazine noted for its artistic and journalistic efforts.
Date: Until July 25
Time: 10.30am-6.30pm Daily
Price: Free entry
Where: Bank Gallery
Gucci Garden Archetypes
Image via Gucci
Gucci’s 100th-anniversary global exhibition is stopping in Shanghai and features 17 immersive (read: Instagrammable) rooms. Creative director Alessandro Michele showcases his inspiration for various campaigns (during his six years at Gucci) which span music, art, travel and pop culture. If you forget to bring a mask, one with the Gucci Garden logo is complimentary (so pro tip: forget your mask). An English audio tour is also available, so remember to bring earbuds.
Date: Until August 1
Time: Thu-Tue 10am-8pm, Wed 10am-5pm
Price: Free entry, reserve a time to go beforehand on the Mini Program
Where: Shanghai Exhibition Center
Yves Saint Laurent
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This exhibition features more than 300 pieces donated by Betty Catroux, a fashion icon and muse of Yves Saint Laurent. On the third floor there is also a YSL cafe. Read more about the exhibit here.
Date: Until August 15
Time: 10am-6pm (closed Mondays)
Price: RMB50
Where: Museum of Contemporary Art Shanghai
[Cover image via Gucci]
