Welcome to the Friday Weekly Wrap-Up newsletter, where we explore the intersection of Art, Fashion, and Pop Culture.
Jacquemus Goes Bananas (Literally)
Jacquemus has unveiled its latest viral campaign starring The White Lotus’ scene-stealer Jon Gries (aka Greg), shot by photographer Andrew Jacobs. The images are gloriously surreal, think bananas, bare chests, and that signature Jacquemus energy. Do you also think the photographer was inspired by Gillian Wearing CBE?
Rothko vs Toddler: The Battle of Rotterdam
In an art-world oopsie, a child has caused “superficial” damage and left “small scratches” on a multi-million-pound Rothko painting at the Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen in Rotterdam. The piece, Grey, Orange on Maroon, No. 8, was on public display when the incident occurred. The museum hasn’t said who’ll be liable, but they’ve charged visitors before… so watch your step near the masterpieces, folks.
Wallabees Go to Art School
Clarks Originals just handed over their iconic Wallabee silhouette to experimental designer robinlordereau.lab, and the result is painterly perfection. The project, Une paire pour les artistes, was inspired by the bohemian creatives of Montmartre and released for #WallabeeDay. Would you cop these?
Marina on the Freud Couch
Bella Freud’s podcast Fashion Neurosis continues to deliver big names and even bigger questions about identity and style. Her latest guest? None other than Marina Abramović, performance art’s reigning queen of performance and endurance. Now live and available on Apple and Spotify.
Cuteness = Productivity? Science Says Yes
Staring at adorable animals might just be the hack your to-do list needs. A recent study from Hiroshima University found that people are 44% more productive after looking at pictures of cute creatures. Puppies, kittens, baby capybaras, all scientifically justified.
