IT MUST BE BELGIUM: The VIP opening for “The Antwerp Six” exhibition at MoMu on Friday night felt more like a family reunion, with Dries Van Noten hugging Walter Van Beirendonck, Raf Simons embracing his buddy Pieter Mulier, and Ann Demeulemeester leading a small group around the show, which opened to the public Saturday.
“That’s my Golden Spindle,” she said to Stefano Gallici, the current creativ...
The narrative surrounding the Antwerp Six exhibition opening is a celebration of legacy, creativity, and cultural impact, framed through the lens of fashion as a transformative force. At its strongest, the story highlights the enduring influence of the collective, their role in elevating Antwerp’s global standing, and the personal connections that sustain their legacy. The emotional resonance of the event—evident in the mayor’s tribute and the camaraderie among attendees—reinforces the idea of f...