Hirohiko Araki, the renowned Japanese manga artist, is known for his iconic series Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure. With a career spanning over four decades, Araki has created a massive following of fans worldwide. However, it wasn’t until 2013 that Araki collaborated with Gucci, the famous Italian fashion brand.
The First Collaboration
Araki’s first collaboration with Gucci was in 2013 when he was commissioned to create artwork for their store in Shinjuku, Tokyo. The project was titled “Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure x Gucci,” and it featured characters from the series dressed in Gucci clothing.
The collaboration was a hit with fans of both brands, and it showcased the unique style of both Araki and Gucci. The artwork included in-store displays as well as limited edition merchandise such as t-shirts and tote bags featuring the Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure characters wearing Gucci outfits.
The Second Collaboration
In 2018, Araki collaborated with Gucci once again for their “Le Marché des Merveilles” collection. This time around, Araki created illustrations featuring some of his most recognizable characters wearing pieces from the collection.
Gucci’s “Le Marché des Merveilles” collection featured a range of jewelry pieces such as necklaces, bracelets, and rings. The collection was inspired by animals and included pieces featuring bees, snakes, tigers, and more.
Araki’s illustrations were featured on limited edition packaging for the collection as well as on postcards that were given out to customers who purchased items from the collection.
The Third Collaboration
In 2019, Hirohiko Araki collaborated with Gucci once again for their fall/winter campaign. This time around, Araki created a manga-style comic strip featuring characters from Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure dressed in Gucci clothing.
The comic strip was featured in Gucci’s fall/winter campaign and was showcased on their website, social media, and in-store displays. The collaboration showcased Araki’s unique style of drawing manga characters and Gucci’s clothing designs.
The Fourth Collaboration
In 2021, Hirohiko Araki collaborated with Gucci for their “Aria” collection. This time around, Araki created a manga-style comic strip featuring characters from Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure wearing pieces from the collection.
Gucci’s “Aria” collection was inspired by the brand’s archives and featured a range of clothing items such as jackets, dresses, and suits. The collection also included accessories such as bags, belts, and shoes. The collaboration once again showcased the unique style of both Araki and Gucci.
Final Thoughts
Hirohiko Araki’s collaborations with Gucci have been a hit with fans of both brands. The collaborations showcase Araki’s unique style of drawing manga characters and Gucci’s clothing designs. It will be exciting to see if these two brands collaborate again in the future.