Gap’s Met Gala gown pays homage to classic denim
08/05/2024
Since his appointment in February, Mr Posen has focused on serving as a cultural curator across the Gap portfolio, which includes Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta.
Drawing inspiration from themes of romanticism, nature and historic icons, Posen constructed a gown that pays homage to Gap’s classic 1969 denim, while incorporating elements reminiscent of historic evening wear from the 1700s.
Inspired by San Francisco and the view from the Gap Inc. headquarters, the gown's bold "international red" lining echoes the oxidized pigment of San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge, while its aquatic and shell-like forms evoke the movement of water through its rich indigo denim wash.
“With this Gap gown, I’ve fallen back in love with denim,” said Da’Vine Joy Randolph. “I feel powerful. It makes me feel very feminine, but in a way that I can identify with - through strength, power and resilience.”
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