Iris Van Herpen - Curatorial Artist talk

Filmed in the controlled environment of her studio, the recording presents van Herpen as both designer and thinker, operating across fashion, architecture, and contemporary culture.

The dialogue addressed the foundations of her work: material transformation through scientific research and advanced technologies, fashion as an architectural extension of the body, and couture understood as an experimental, research-driven process. Traditional craftsmanship was discussed alongside 3D printing, laser-cutting, and innovative textile engineering, positioning material as an active, generative force.

The conversation explored the intersection of design, craftsmanship, and performance, framing collections as spatial experiences rather than products. Van Herpen also reflected on the responsibility of contemporary creators, advocating for a slower, culturally grounded approach to fashion.