We present an exclusive showing of a film homage to two new fragrances by Jun Takahashi for Undercover in collaboration with Comme des Garçons.
Earlier this year, Jun Takahashi made two new fragrances for Undercover in collaboration with Comme des Garçons: Holygrace and Holygrapie. Based on the image of his “wilfully handmade” stuffed toy creatures Grace and her child Grapie, the fragrances Takahashi says “express ambivalence – the violence of children and the sensuality of adults.” We present an exclusive showing of a film homage to the perfumes by Pierre Debusschere and Takahashi takes us through the story of Grace.
Jun Takahashi: Ever since they first came into contact, the uncanny Graces* and human beings have kept at a watchful distance from each other. Although sometimes Graces seem hostile towards humans, tense situations seldom build up into open confrontation. GILA** – a secretive organization that is shrouded in mystery, the closest to the Graces – has played a crucial role in fostering a stable relationship between both species. So far, they have coexisted rather well…
*Graces: White, fluffy creatures with luminous eyes. Generally peaceful towards humans, they might become defiant due to their territorial nature. It is advised to keep at a cautious distance from them.
**GILA: The sole organization that has succeeded in breeding and protecting Graces through interaction with them. All members are said to require special qualifications. As the legend goes, GILA might stand for any – or all – of the following: Grace of Inspiration and Lasting Adoration; Grace of Industry and Luster of Ashes; Grace of Imagination, Locomotion and Admiration.
Perfume produced by Comme des Garçons.
Special thanks to Martine and Armand Hadida – L'Eclaireur Paris.
