The highly anticipated Iris van Herpen: Sculpting the Senses has arrived in Singapore, making its Asian debut at the ArtScience Museum. Running from March 15 to August 10, 2025, this major retrospective showcases over 140 of van Herpen’s most iconic works, marking her first solo exhibition in Asia.
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Renowned for pushing the boundaries of fashion, Iris van Herpen has made a name for herself by seamlessly blending traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology. Her sculptural creations incorporate techniques such as 3D printing, algorithmic design, and laser cutting, transforming garments into fluid, organic structures that mirror the complexity of nature.
Van van Herpen’s designs have been worn by Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, Björk, Scarlett Johansson, Fan Bingbing, and Naomi Campbell, among other high-profile figures. Each piece embodies an artistic vision that transcends conventional fashion, challenging perceptions of how clothing interacts with the body and the environment.
Gallery view of some of the dresses and artworks located in Behind the Forms zone
An Immersive Journey Through Van Herpen’s World
The exhibition is organised into nine thematic sections, guiding visitors through a multisensory journey that stretches from the ocean’s depths to the vastness of outer space. Each section reflects van Herpen’s interdisciplinary approach, merging fashion with art, science, and technology.
The exhibition ends in the Cosmic Bloom zone, where dresses defy the laws of gravity
Beyond showcasing garments and accessories, Sculpting the Senses places van Herpen’s works in dialogue with a curated selection of artifacts, including ancient fossils, skeletons, contemporary artworks, and natural history specimens such as corals. These elements offer a rare glimpse into her artistic process and diverse sources of inspiration.
A Regional Perspective and Collaborative Spirit
For its Singapore edition, the exhibition features regional perspectives, incorporating artifacts from the Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum alongside contemporary works from Southeast Asian artists. Additionally, Sculpting the Senses highlights van Herpen’s collaborations with architects, scientists, and artists, emphasizing how her designs exist at the intersection of multiple disciplines.
A Celebration of Innovation in Fashion
L to R_ Kecia Benvenuto, Rafi Bin Abdullah, Honor Harger, Salvador Breed, Iris van Herpen, Deborah Lim, Chelsea Chye, Yvon Figueras, Adrian George
More than just a fashion exhibition, Iris van Herpen: Sculpting the Senses is a celebration of the fusion of fashion, art, science, and technology. It offers visitors an unprecedented opportunity to explore the visionary world of one of the most revolutionary designers of our time.
For more details, please visit ArtScience Museum’s official website at https://www.marinabaysands.com/museum/exhibitions/iris-van-herpen.html
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