‘A different kind of art collection’ is how French swimwear label Vilebrequin describes its ongoing collaboration with art publisher JRP Editions, seeing various international artists put their own distinct stamp on the brand’s signature swimwear – from Sylvie Fleury to John M Armleder.
Arriving in time for summer, the latest iteration of ‘The Artists’ Edition’ project is with Deux Femme Noires, a creative platform founded by artist Mickalene Thomas and art consultant and collector Racquel Chevremont. Together, they have curated group shows including ‘The Aesthetics of Matter’ (2018) at Volta Art Fair, New York, and ‘Set It Off’ (2022) at Parrish Art Museum, Water Mill, New York, their practice centring on elevating the work of artists of colour, particularly women artists of colour.
