H&M and Partners Celebrate Basquiat Collection in Parisian Showcase

H&M and Partners Celebrate Basquiat Collection in Parisian Showcase

(IN BRIEF) H&M, alongside Ev Bravado and Téla D’Amore, celebrated their collaborative collection inspired by Jean-Michel Basquiat in Paris. The event gathered celebrities, artists, and industry insiders to showcase the fusion of Basquiat’s art with modern fashion. Guests participated in an immersive experience, expressing creativity through interactive painting activities. The collaboration highlights Basquiat’s influence on contemporary fashion and underscores a commitment to community and cultural expression.

(PRESS RELEASE) STOCKHOLM, 20-Jun-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — H&M, in partnership with Ev Bravado and Téla D’Amore, hosted an exclusive celebration in Paris to mark the launch of their collaborative collection inspired by Jean-Michel Basquiat. The event, attended by a select group of 80 guests including celebrities, artists, and industry insiders, highlighted the fusion of Basquiat’s iconic art with modern fashion sensibilities.

The evening, held at a chic Parisian venue, featured a vibrant atmosphere where guests were invited to explore their creativity using colors and paint-filled balloons to adorn canvases and clothing. Among the attendees were notable figures like Tina Kunakey, Alton Mason, and Evan Mock, who adorned themselves in pieces from the collection that celebrates Basquiat’s enduring influence on young Black creatives.

Highlighting the event, Ana Hernández, Menswear Designer at H&M, expressed pride in the collaboration, describing it as a harmonious blend of fashion, art, and cultural expression. Ev Bravado and Téla D’Amore echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the importance of community in their creative process and the significance of custom-made pieces that will contribute to the Basquiat estate.

The event not only showcased the collection’s debut but also underscored its commitment to honoring Basquiat’s legacy through innovative design and collaborative spirit.

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