Pacsun delves into the world of fine art with the release of The Study of Fine Arts: Highlights from The Met Reimagined by Pacsun , an exclusive capsule collection in collaboration with The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
With 30 quintessential Fall and Winter pieces, including sweatsuits, t-shirts, hats, socks, and more, the debut collection draws inspiration from late 19th century paintings, with a focus on florals and luscious landscapes. The design language of the collection is informed by the
beauty found in simplicity and a keen attention to detail. Drawing inspiration from a range of artworks in The Met collection, Pacsun's design team worked closely with the Museum to ensure styles stayed true to the original works.
Modernized fits and fabrications juxtaposed with historic oil paintings translate the story of the past, while helping to inform the future. The collection references muted tones seen in artworks by Tiepolo and Latour, juxtaposed with more vibrant works in shades of green by Van Gogh.
The artworks are applied directly to the designs, and elegantly transformed as all-over prints in unique knit and woven fabrications.
"It's undeniable that the past has a weighted influence on fashion, and Pacsun, together with global licensing agency Beanstalk, wanted to highlight the rich history of The Met through a merchandise and apparel collection that would celebrate that history…
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