In this international partnership, Gucci creative director Frida Giannini has inspired the Japanese artist with the brand’s colors, patterns, and fashion. Araki used the label’s latest collection to develop a Japanese comic called “Jolyne, Fly High with Gucci.” The manga explores the main character’s relationship with a vintage Gucci keepsake and the adventures that stem from it.
“Frida’s beautiful Cruise collection with its strong colours and graphic designs set my mind racing the moment she showed it to me,” Araki said. “From there the characters and storyline came into being so naturally. It was very stimulating to work together on this project.”
The illustrations have been installed in more than 70 Gucci boutiques across the world.
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“I am quite sure his window installations will stop people in their tracks in cities around the world as they immerse themselves in the fabulous fantasy world he has created,” Giannini said.
Artistic inspiration can come from anywhere, and unlikely collaborations — like manga and fashion drawing — can crop where you might least expect it. Give a creative boost to your artistic studies by taking part in manga and fashion drawing classes. You will learn specific skills, techniques, and practices that might have previously been unavailable to you without the proper education. Sessions will focus on building your art portfolios with fashion sketching reminiscent of manga and other unique art forms. Manga and fashion can go hand in hand, each style lending its special characteristics to the other.