Gucci celebrating her 100th anniversary in 2021 through a special project "Gucci In Kyoto" at Kyoto, the sister city of Florence, Italy where is the birthplace of the brand. "Gucci in Kyoto" presents Alessandro Michele 's aesthetic vision through his latest collection "Aria".
The 1st chapter was opened at Kiyomizu-dera Temple where is registered as the World Cultural Heritage site, "Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto"
The 3rd chapter is held at 9th century-established Ninna-ji Temple in Kyoto. The Gucci's high-jewelry collection "Holtus delicialum" which means "garden of delights" and the latest fine watch collection were revealed here.
On the calming space in an early Summer after the rainy days, there were many beautiful fusuma paintings on the sliding doors, large birdcage-like decorations and the shelves filled with green leaves and moss. High jewelry sets with the stars and water motifs were displayed there. Additionally, this products can be seen only at the High Jewelery & Fine Watch flagship store at Place Vendome in Paris, France.
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On the opening day (18/7/2021), many renowned Japanese celebrities attended the night event at Kiyomizu-dera Temple included Miyavi Ishihara, Tadanobu Asano, Zen Shimada, Itagaki Rihito, Nagayama Eita, Koyuki, Ko Shibasaki, Ai Tominaga, Michi, Yoshiaki, Anne Nakamura, Sakura Ando, Momoko Ando and more.
Text: InStyle AsiaI
mage: Emi Suzuki, Itagaki Rihito, Zen Shimada, Gucci Japan Official