‘Iris van Herpen: Sculpting the Senses‘ is now open at GOMA and redefining expectations with rave reviews.
Fashion, art, design, science and technology collide in the world of endlessly innovative and internationally acclaimed Dutch fashion designer Iris van Herpen. Created for the likes of Beyonce, Björk, Cate Blanchett, Lady Gaga and Tilda Swinton, van Herpen’s sculptural silhouettes stem from a deep curiosity about the universe and a highly collaborative approach to haute couture.
The exhibition is co-organised by the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Paris and QAGOMA, Brisbane, based on an original exhibition designed by the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Paris. Exclusive to Brisbane, this exhibition is an immersive sensory exploration of her practice with close to 100 garments in conversation with contemporary artworks, natural history specimens and cultural artefacts from which the designer draws inspiration.
Don’t just take our word for it – see what others have to say: ‘Sculpting magnificence’ – The Australian, ‘I’m transformed by what I’ve seen and utterly convinced that what I’m seeing is more than just something that you put on your body. It’s so much more,’ D. Browning, The Art Show, ABC Radio National, ‘Van Herpen’s multi-sensory approach is undeniably magical’ – Vogue Magazine, ‘The best fashion exhibition I have ever seen. Pure mind-blowing talent and exquisitely presented. Felt quite emotional at various times’ – B. Banks, Facebook
‘It was incredible, it brought me to tears because of how exquisite her designs are. Definitely will be seeing it again’ – F. Power, Facebook
‘One visit yesterday just wasn’t enough’ – K. Andersen, Instagram
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