In addition to the legal decisions and historical disputes in East Asia, there are also cultural celebrations that highlight the significance of certain symbols and traditions. Metiseko, a Vietnamese fashion brand, has recently launched its Dragon Que Capsule Collection, which pays homage to Vietnamese cultural heritage [7058a029]. The collection draws inspiration from dragon and lion dances, Dong Ho folk woodcut paintings, and other traditional elements, combining them with modern design elements to create a blend of heritage and innovation. It features 15 styles, including three new prints and a solid color, all of which reflect timeless craftsmanship and attention to detail [7058a029].
Meanwhile, Diptyque Paris, a luxury fragrance brand, has collaborated with Vietnamese artisan craft brand Hanoia to create the Do Son Voyage Collection. This limited-edition range of products is inspired by the Do Son region in Vietnam and aims to explore cultural collaborations and elevate cosmetic products through artisan craft [05adc9c7]. The collection includes the Do Son Premium Eau de Parfum Set, Eau de Toilette in two sizes, Tubéreuse Classic Candle, and Do Son Scented Shower Oil. The products feature a floral aroma with notes of orange blossom, amber wood, and jasmine, and are priced ranging from $58 to $280 [05adc9c7].
Both Metiseko's Dragon Que Capsule Collection and Diptyque Paris' Do Son Voyage Collection celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Vietnam. Metiseko infuses traditional elements into modern fashion designs, while Diptyque Paris introduces high-end fragrance sets with innovative packaging designs, all inspired by Vietnamese traditions and craftsmanship. These collaborations highlight the growing interest in unique cultural influences in cosmetics, art and design collaborations, and luxury goods [7058a029] [05adc9c7].
Fendi has collaborated with Hiroshi Fujiwara’s Fragment on a special collection with Pokémon to celebrate the Year of the Dragon in 2024. The collaboration includes a pop-up at Selfridges, where a large Dragonite stands on a mustard yellow podium with lit neon lights behind it until Jan. 28 [6311e4a6]. Dedicated pop-ups for the collaboration have also been unveiled in China’s Cheng-du Taikoo Li and at Isetan in Tokyo. The collaboration reinterprets Fujiwara’s Frgmt signature on Fendi’s signature FF jacquard logo in its institutional brown and tobacco shade, and in an unexpected bold yellow version. The collection includes bags such as the Peekaboo ISeeU Small, Baguette Pouch, and Mini Mon Trésor, as well as a new foldable Baguette shopper and soft hobo bag. Kim Jones, Fendi’s artistic director of couture and womenswear, expressed his admiration for Hiroshi Fujiwara and his love for Japan, while Fujiwara expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to work with Fendi [6311e4a6].