BurJuman, the residence of high fashion, is once again hosting Art and Fashion, the two-week long culmination of fashionable art. This year, BurJuman will unveil a series of creative art and trendy fashion in its halls for everyone to enjoy from 1-14 December, 2007. Using fashion and art as the essential reflection behind the BurJuman collection, this opportunity will reinforce the message of fashion as art, and art as fashion.
With event highlights like the artists’ exhibitions, the avant-garde fashion show, haute couture designer showcase, and photographic displays, both fashion and art enthusiasts will be treated to a host of presentations where fashion and art will meet all under one roof.
“This year, we hope to once again be able to strengthen the influence art has had on fashion and fashion on art. As a result of this mix, we have brought together a series of creative exhibitions and displays for all to enjoy during these two weeks”, said Ms. Sabina Khandwani, head of PR and Marketing, BurJuman.
The opening highlight of the Art and Fashion 2007 diary will be the art installment, candidly dubbed the Art Exposé, where BurJuman will transform into an art gallery and welcome more than 30 local artists on the 1st and 2nd floors of the North Village to display their art.
In addition to this art gallery and in association with the Ministry of Culture of Indonesia and Al Abbar Gallery, BurJuman will also feature Indonesian multi-model artist, sculptor and painter Made Wianta, by presenting some of his most influential paintings, installations, drawings and publications.
A distinctive addition to the innovative exhibits in BurJuman is the Jean Paul Gaultier photographic exhibition in the South Village. In conjunction with Esmod, the French Fashion University, BurJuman will host a unique photographic exhibition capturing Jean-Paul Gaultier through the eyes of photographer Jules Jarry. This iconic photo exhibition is complimented by a modern collection of Gaultier’s latest fashion, which has been made available by Saks 5th Avenue. Concurrently, shoppers can celebrate 175 years of Longines masterpieces and enjoy the visual display with an exhibit by the premier Swiss watch company, showcasing some of their finest work spanning over a century.
Opposite the Information desk on the 1st floor, shoppers will also enjoy an excellent display of shoes created by English designer, Hetty Rose. Hetty will bring to the spotlight the shoe-making process that is based on the theory of re-using and re-working vintage materials in a creative and sustainable way, and accordingly hand making shoes to fit.
Another exciting dimension under the Art & Fashion 2007 umbrella will be a fashion exhibition by seven haute couture designers who will creatively introduce the new product brand of Swarovski, CRYSTALLIZED™ - Swarovski Element, in the Observatory opposite Virgin Megastore. The seven Dubai-based designers will interpret the seven brand values in their elaborate creations by expressing the underlying messages of the new Swarovski brand. These creations will be presented for the first time to the general public before being taken to an exclusive by-invitation only VIP auction at the beginning of year. All proceeds will go to a Middle East charity organization.
The ultimate culmination of the Art & Fashion 2007 will be Runaway Art, Dubai’s avant-garde fashion show in the Observatory, opposite Virgin Megastore. For the second year in a row, BurJuman will highlight amateur and professional Dubai-based designers who have submitted designs for creation. The designers will see their work on the catwalk on December 12th, with prominent judges selecting the winning design during the competition on December 13th.
Art and Fashion 2007 exhibits will be on displays daily in BurJuman from December 1-14, 2007 from 10am to 10pm.
About BurJuman
The haven of luxury shopping, the residence of high-fashion BurJuman today has the world’s largest concentration of high fashion luxury shopping brands. Here's where the leading fashion icons mingle comfortably with one another. Louis Vuitton, Dior, Chanel, Hermes, Valentino, Prada, Moschino, Dolce and Gabbana, Versace, Emanuel Ungaro, Loewe, Etro, Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Christian Lacroix, Salvatore Ferragamo, Just Cavalli, and many more. Temptations abound, but the feeling of getting the finest in an ambience of absolute comfort and luxury is wonderful. With over 300 leading fashion stores including Saks 5th Avenue, you'll always be spoilt for choice.
Located in the heart of Dubai, the BurJuman Centre is a distinctive landmark which comprises of atrium courtyards with beautiful seating and abundant foliage, creating a relaxed yet vibrant shopping environment. You can also choose from a wide selection of restaurants, a food court and cafés.
