Tracing the death and fossilisation of fashion with the Dutch artist Tenant of Culture’s eponymous art book.
A#21
Lucie and Luke Meier
May 2020
A Magazine Curated By N°21 has been curated by Lucie and Luke Meier, the co-creative directors of Jil Sander. The Meiers have approached their ‘carte blanche’ project as a call for reflection and an open dialogue on the dualities of the one theme that is present in all of their work:
HUMAN NATURE / MOTHER NATURE
HUMAN NATURE / MOTHER NATURE is a short film project directed by Alexandre Silberstein exploring A Magazine #21 Curated By Lucie and Luke Meier through the eyes of the curators, their contributors, and our editorial team.
Revealed across 3 parts, this in-depth investigation into the concept, design and production process of the magazine features insights and anecdotes from photographers, artists, art directors, architects, and musicians.
An A Magazine Curated By special project in partnership with Acne Studios
Floragatan 13 Curated By Acne Studios
100-page limited edition zine
A Magazine Curated By presents
FLORAGATAN 13 CURATED BY ACNE STUDIOS, an architectural and design survey of the new Acne Studios headquarters in Stockholm, Sweden — an exceptional historical building both restored and transformed as a fashion atelier and corporate office. Known as Floragatan 13 (for its Stockholm address), the edifice was completed in 1972 as the Embassy of the Czech Republic, designed by Jan Bočan from the Czech architect bureau Atelier Beta Prague.
Conceived as a visual essay by acclaimed French photographer Philippe Chancel, this 100-page document in partnership with Acne Studios delves into the building floor by floor, beginning with the sixth level management offices and descending ten storeys through each crucial component of the design and production ateliers including inspiring communal and private spaces such as creative director Jonny Johansson’s office, the ground floor library, underground canteen and photo studio.
Floragatan 13, Acne Studios headquarters photographed by Philippe Chancel
Floragatan 13, Acne Studios headquarters photographed by Philippe Chancel
Floragatan 13, Acne Studios headquarters photographed by Philippe Chancel
Floragatan 13, Acne Studios headquarters photographed by Philippe Chancel
Floragatan 13, Acne Studios headquarters photographed by Philippe Chancel
Floragatan 13, Acne Studios headquarters photographed by Philippe Chancel
Curators
Delfina Delettrez
Eckhaus Latta
Giambattista Valli
Haider Ackermann
Iris van Herpen
Jun Takahashi
Kim Jones
Kris Van Assche
Lucie and Luke Meier
Maison Martin Margiela
Martine Sitbon
Pierpaolo Piccioli
Proenza Schouler
Riccardo Tisci
Rodarte
Simone Rocha
Stephen Jones
Thom Browne
Veronique Branquinho
Yohji Yamamoto
Curated For
TENANT OF CULTURE
TAMBOURINE DREAMS
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Deciphering Coco Chanel, Through Her Clothes
Unveiling the new Palais Galliera in Paris, ‘Gabrielle Chanel. Manifeste de mode’ is an encyclopaedic look at Chanel through the designs of its illustrious founder.
Fashion Furniture: An Ambient Vessel for Brand Identity
From Marine Serre to Balenciaga and Rick Owens, fashion designers today are looking at new ways to project their brand identity into our lives and homes. Read more, as Madeleine Holth explores a recent history of ‘fashion furniture’.
India on strike, as seen by Bharat Sikka
Across India, 250 million people are protesting for farmers rights. Indian photographer Bharat Sikka shares his story on the ground from this historical event.
Tek Hod: The Embroidered Wrestlers of the North
A new book by British photographer David Ellison explores a centuries-old wrestling community that sees outdoor displays of brute strength meet the fragile art of cross-stitch embroidered costumes.