Fashion
May 21, 2015
GUCCI: Shinjuku Store Reopens September 17th
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Manga artist Hirohiko Araki's exhibition "Rohan Kishibe Goes to Shinjuku" also held
GUCCI Shinjuku Reopens September 17!
Gucci's flagship shop, Gucci Shinjuku, will reopen on Saturday, September 17. The new shop, embodying the new concept of luxury championed by Creative Director Frida Giannini, is a must-see.
Text by YANAKA TomomiPhoto by JAMANDFIX
With symbolic details, a luxurious space in Frida's signature style
This year, marking the brand's 90th anniversary, the flagship shop Gucci Shinjuku, boasting approximately 1300 square meters, will reopen after a full renovation. While retaining Gucci's iconic materials like rosewood and marble, the interior artfully incorporates new elements such as the elegance and richness of the Art Deco era, warm polished gold, and smoked mirror and smoked bronze glass. By adding symbolic details, like designs embodying Gucci's signature Web stripe, a luxurious space imbued with Frida's distinctive touch is born.
The first floor showcases the handbag and accessory collections. The M2 floor is dedicated to womenswear, and the second floor to menswear, offering made-to-order and made-to-measure apparel and shoes, available at only two locations in Japan.
GUCCI Shinjuku
Opening: Saturday, September 17
Shinjuku Takano Bldg., 3-26-11 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
Original exhibition by manga artist Hirohiko Araki held concurrently
To celebrate the reopening, an exhibition titled "Rohan Kishibe Goes to Shinjuku" by Hirohiko Araki, the creator of the manga "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure," will be held until Thursday, October 6. The exhibition will feature the original 16-page short story "Rohan Kishibe Goes to Gucci," inspired by Gucci's history and heritage, along with fashion illustrations from the latest Autumn/Winter collection and a life-sized figure of Rohan Kishibe. Simultaneously, the expansive 8-meter wide window of Gucci Shinjuku will display enlarged illustrations from "Rohan Kishibe Goes to Gucci." This powerful fusion of manga, a representative of Japanese pop culture, and fashion will be showcased.
GUCCI × HIROHIKO ARAKI × SPUR "Rohan Kishibe Goes to Shinjuku" Exhibition
Period: Saturday, September 17 – Thursday, October 6
Venue: Gucci Shinjuku 3F Event Hall
Hours: 11:00 – 20:00
Admission: Free
Exclusive Japan launch of men's sneakers and limited edition items
Additionally, a limited edition men's sneaker collection for Japan will be available for early purchase. Designed by Frida Giannini, these iconic and distinctive sneakers feature a silver dog tag and a special label resembling the Japanese flag, signifying their exclusivity to Japan. With a wide variety of designs, you're sure to find the perfect pair.
Furthermore, from the popular "Gucci Craft" tote bag collection, two models will be offered: one with zebra print and lilac leather trim, and another with hand-painted python and white leather trim. Additionally, a large dog tag necklace in silver with red, green, and black enamel, engraved with Gucci's crest symbol, will be available as a limited item at Gucci Shinjuku.
Frida Giannini stated, "I attempted a thoroughly contemporary architectural expression while incorporating Gucci's traditional and iconic materials and elements." Gucci Shinjuku fully embodies Gucci's current vision. We invite you to experience the luxurious interior where the brand's philosophy permeates every detail.
Gucci Japan Customer Service
Tel. 03-5469-6611