Weekly hyper collabs, 29.06-05.07
The week’s most surprising collaborations: from a project with OpenAI to a Minion in central London
David Shrigley X Cubbits
In an effort to avoid any ambiguity, the team at the new boutique in Kings Cross are using the word ‘Cockerel’, although it’s clear that everyone is referring to David Shrigley’s new piece by a much more evocative name. You should pop into the new shop on Kings Road: to snap a photo with the mural and pick up a new pair of sunglasses.
Crosby X OpenAI
A collaboration between evil geniuses and an established designer. Although Harry Nuriev says he tried to think like ChatGPT, his work clearly reveals a truly original and human creative vision, and far less water was wasted on this brainstorming session.
Acne Studios X… World?
Acne Studios’ branding – particularly its colour palette – is every bit as iconic as Tiffany’s, which is why the libraries and other spaces in Paris, New York and Tokyo, bathed in soft pink, look not only fresh but simply cool, because we instantly recognise ‘that brand with the best scarves’. This has been done to mark the release of issue 21 of Acne Paper — check it out until 5 July.
Minions X Elisabeth Tower
Firstly, let’s be a bit of a know-it-all and spell ‘tower’ CORRECTLY. Secondly, it’s becoming increasingly rare to be surprised, but the huge image of a Minion promoting the latest animated film really made me laugh out loud and marvel at just how blurred the boundaries between high and popular culture have become these days.
Aesop X Queer authors
You can never have too many books, even within a single collection! Aesop has joined in with Pride Month and set up a library on its platform, bringing together the most outstanding works of queer literature. 33 titles are waiting for you on the shelves until 5 July (yes, you’ll have plenty of reading to do this weekend)
Disney X Brain Dead X adidas Originals
The football championship is in full swing, and this collaboration between three brands is dedicated to it and to recreating the retro football vibe of the 90s. This cacophony of branding and bright colours looks quite bold and requires skilful styling, but with the right balance, you’ll catch the eye of all football fans
