In April, a 400-work David Hockney retrospective will take over Fondation Louis Vuitton.
David Hockney’s upcoming retrospective at Fondation Louis Vuitton will offer an unprecedented look at his evolving artistry, blending iconic works like A Bigger Splash with cutting-edge digital pieces. The exhibition spans seven decades of Hockney’s career and emphasizes his prolific recent years through more than 400 works that will take over the entirety of Fondation Louis Vuitton.
Over Inauguration weekend, Oscar de la Renta continued its legacy of bipartisanship.
During the 2025 inauguration weekend, Oscar de la Renta had a significant presence at the incoming administration’s events. The New York-based label dressed Ivanka Trump and Usha Vance in custom gowns and coats. The label has a notable history of dressing public figures across political divides, although some are speculating whether existing customers might react to its public association with the Trump Administration.
Adjaye Associates’ $400 million National Cathedral of Ghana is under investigation.
Ghana’s $400 million National Cathedral project, designed by David Adjaye’s eponymous firm, faces scrutiny over funding and stalled construction. President John Mahama has called for an investigation into potential misuse of public funds, amid ongoing political debate and public controversy. While Adjaye denies misconduct allegations unrelated to the project, his involvement adds to the complexities surrounding the ambitious but contentious endeavor.
Glowing reviews at Milan Men’s Fashion Week spell a strong start for Prada’s 2025.
Under the leadership of CEO Andrea Guerra, Prada Group defied last year’s luxury sector’s downturn with strong growth. Prada has so far balanced higher pricing with maintaining customer loyalty, compounded with strong reception of its Fall/Winter 2025 runway show this past weekend in Milan for Men’s Fashion Week.
In AIUla, a James Turrell exhibition will offer a first look at his forthcoming museum and land art commission.
James Turrell has unveiled plans for a monumental land art installation in AlUla, Saudi Arabia, blending celestial observation with immersive light experiences. The work, part of the Wadi AlFann initiative, will feature subterranean Skyspaces and a “planetary diagram” carved into sandstone cliffs, exploring the interplay of light, space, and perception. Serving as both a cosmic observatory and a permanent museum, the installation celebrates Turrell’s legacy while positioning AlUla as a hub for groundbreaking contemporary art.
Today’s attractive distractions:
Hoka’s lug sole platform loafer with a trail running-inspired twist is streetwear gold.
Moulin Rouge’s costume designer speaks on the musical’s biggest fashion moments.
A writer waxes poetic on the enduring potential of prefabricated homebuilding.
U.K. preservationists hope that The Brutalist will stoke appreciation for modernist architecture.
