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From Brutalism to Bold Creativity: Step Into HAUS NOWHERE SEOUL’s Future of Retail

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Hi Huneybees,

Featuring the exterior of HAUS NOWHERE SEOUL and celebrities at the opening event.
Tilda Swinton, Felix, Karina, Greg Hsu, FKA, KUN

Seoul just welcomed something extraordinary - HAUS NOWHERE SEOUL, the latest experimental retail project by GENTLE MONSTER. Known for pushing the boundaries of design and imagination, HAUS NOWHERE isn’t just a store. It’s an experience!

HAUS NOWHERE is built on the concept of “a space found nowhere”, breaking free from traditional retail rules. This is the fourth HAUS NOWHERE in the world, opening alongside IICOMBINED’s new headquarters, and it embodies the theme “The Future Returned.” Spread across multiple floors, it’s a futuristic hub where all of IICOMBINED’s brands come together in one immersive space.



Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll find inside:

GENTLE MONSTER – Bold Collection with Tilda Swinton

At the heart of the Seoul pop-up stands a massive asymmetrical structure, its dramatic form contrasted with intricate patterns of the Bold Collection’s signature symbol — a design that ties the entire narrative together in one cohesive experience.

To bring this bold new chapter to life, Gentle Monster collaborated with the incomparable Tilda Swinton on a cinematic campaign set within HAUS NOWHERE Seoul. The film merges pulsating soundscapes, surreal architecture, and Swinton’s commanding presence, blurring the line between the real and the virtual.

It’s not just a campaign, it’s an immersive journey into Gentle Monster’s ever-evolving cultural universe, where art, fashion, and creativity break all boundaries.


TAMBURINS – Sunshine Perfume & AI Photo Experience

Perfume brand TAMBURINS introduces "Sunshine" - a dreamy fragrance inspired by the image of a puppy napping on a warm blanket and its whimsical dream of running through a forest in shining armor.

 At HAUS NOWHERE SEOUL, you can take part in the Sunshine AI Twin Look photo experience, matching outfits with the scent in a playful, tech-driven way.


ATiiSSU – Tracker Collection

Headwear brand ATiiSSU presents its new Tracker Collection, blending caps with knitwear, gloves, and scarves. Inspired by trailblazers who forge new paths, this bold collection debuts at ATiiSSU’s second-ever store within HAUS NOWHERE SEOUL.



NUDAKE TEAHOUSE – Scented Tea and Desserts

NUDAKE is known for blending food and art, and now it explores tea like never before. At the new NUDAKE TEAHOUSE, expect “Scented Tea”, tea that's layered with fragrances that awaken the senses, paired with desserts crafted as edible art. It’s a place where storytelling, taste, and scent intertwine.


Nuflaat – Dress Your Table

Making its debut, Nuflaat is a tableware brand that transforms dining into a sensory experience. With the slogan “DRESS YOUR TABLE,” it blurs the line between functional design and fashion, turning everyday meals into artful moments.


Max Siedentopf x HAUS NOWHERE: More Is More

At the heart of HAUS NOWHERE is a breathtaking installation by artist Max Siedentopf. "More Is More" transforms the space into a living, breathing sea of black plastic bags that rise and fall like waves. Amidst it all, a hyperreal elderly man holds a single shimmering gold bag which is a beacon of curiosity and hidden treasures. It’s a poetic reminder that even in chaos, beauty and meaning can be found.


HAUS NOWHERE isn’t just retail, it’s a cultural playground that stimulates emotions, sparks curiosity, and constantly evolves. From fashion and fragrance to tea and tableware, every corner invites you to reimagine how we shop, create, and experience the world. HAUS NOWHERE aims to offer all visitors new inspiration and experiences through emotional stimulation and will continue to evolve through ongoing creative endeavors and innovation.

If you’re heading to Seoul, this is definitely a must-visit. HAUS NOWHERE SEOUL is more than a store, it’s where the future of retail lives.



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Fearless Futurism: Inside Gentle Monster’s 2025 BOLD Collection with Tilda Swinton

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Hi Huneybees,

Gentle Monster has always been about pushing boundaries, but with the 2025 BOLD Collection, they’re taking things to a whole new level. Think daring silhouettes, futuristic design, and an iconic campaign led by none other than the ever-enigmatic Tilda Swinton.

At the core of the BOLD Collection is a striking bridge detail which is a modern reinterpretation of the shield form with a sleek twist. What sets it apart is the daring removal of nose pads, paired with the contrast of ultra-light lenses against a bold, sculptural bridge. This is eyewear that doesn’t just rest on your face; it commands attention. Think of it as something straight out of The Matrix.

The acetate frames in the lineup continue that fearless energy, with exaggerated front volumes and Gentle Monster’s signature speed-inspired symbol worked into the design. Each piece feels like it’s pulled straight out of a futuristic runway.


A Campaign Beyond Reality

To showcase this bold new chapter, Gentle Monster teamed up with Tilda Swinton for a campaign set within HAUS NOWHERE Seoul - the brand’s transcendent, ever-evolving cultural space. The film merges pulsating soundscapes, surreal architecture, and Swinton’s commanding presence, blurring the lines between reality and the virtual.

It’s not just an ad; it’s an experience that pulls you into Gentle Monster’s universe of art, fashion, and boundary-breaking creativity.





Bold Spaces, Bold Stories

To celebrate the launch, exclusive pop-ups are set to open in Seoul, Beijing, and Tokyo. Inspired by HAUS NOWHERE’s iconic architecture, each pop-up transforms into a futuristic playground of textures, asymmetrical structures, and bold installations.

At the centre of each space stands a gravity-defying sculptural form that's a physical embodiment of the BOLD Collection’s daring spirit. Patterns of the collection’s signature symbol ripple through the installations, tying fashion and architecture together into one cohesive narrative.

So are you ready to step into another dimension of style? One that’s fearless, futuristic, and unapologetically bold. The Gentle Monster 2025 BOLD Collection is now available to explore at HAUS NOWHERE Seoul and the upcoming pop-ups across Asia.

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Hugo Boss Celebrates 30 Years in Asia

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Hugo Boss celebrated its 30th year in Asia with a sensational showcase of its latest collection in Beijing.

Over 1500 guests and celebrities flocked to the event, including renowned actor Chow Yun-Fat. Other celebrities spotted are Tilda Swinton, Matthew Goode, Ryan Phillipe, China Chow, Zhang Zilin, Wu Chun, Carina Lau, etc. Photos can be viewed here.
The China Agricultural Exhibition Center, one of the city’s largest and most impressive complexes, was the venue for this major fashion event, which housed the impressive 1,170-ft LED-laden runway --- Stanley Lee from the China Agricultural Exhibition Center in Beijing.




Hugo Boss has seven collections, including its higher and medium-price tag lines and a home line. The event showed pieces from two collections, BOSS Black and BOSS Selection—the latter is the brand’s premium bespoke line.

Models, fashion bloggers and other big names graced the event, with British actress Tilda Swinton standing out amongst the 1,500 high profile guests. For those who couldn’t make it personally, Hugo Boss made other provisions.




The night before this show, Hugo Boss opened its flagship store at the China World Hotel offering its customers 3-D glasses for the fashion show, which was broadcasted live over the Internet. Put on your 3D glasses before watching the video. It's amazing!


The show’s theme was "Modern Luxury" -- Designers Eyan Allen and Kevin Lobo described the men and women’s collections as "sexy, confident and empowered". The Hugo Boss Fall/Winter 2012/2013 colors are red and black with a lot of cream, and in textures of leather, wool and silk.The show kicked off with the BOSS Black signature style for women, offering a fresh take on classic designs to commemorate its 30th year in China. And the company believes it’s only the beginning.
Claus-Dietrich Lahrs, Chairman & Ceo, said, "We are working with those very important events like tonight... I believe the Chinese growing story will continue... here, also in Hong Kong Macau and Taiwan."

The menswear BOSS Selection showcase continued on the theme of modern luxury for the modern man, offering timeless yet distinct designs. The designers are flaunting a new mode of elegance based on urban design.

The show reached its climax with renowned actor Chow Yun-Fat’s stroll down the catwalk. A pleasant surprise for the audience as the host revealed that Chow is celebrating his birthday on the scene.




Actor Chow Yun-Fat said, "I’m so excited to have done a 3D cat walk today, and I could hardly recognize myself in these clothes today".

China is currently the brand’s third largest market, and Hugo Boss predicts that it could climb to be the largest in 5-10 years.

The above information is taken from Senatus.net.

Hugo Boss also did a marketing stint to shoot virals on 3D camera, calling it "The Video Diary by MISS HUGO BOSS". Not only did it introduced China to the other parts of the world, we even get to see what goes on behind the brand and even famous fashion blogger Bryanboy gave us a tour of Beijing!






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