Collector's Items
A 2003 visit to Little Sparta, the garden of Scottish poet and artist Ian Hamilton Finlay, became the inspiration for a fabric innovation: digital photo printing techniques.
Seeing the first digitally printed dress in his studio was a surprising and defining moment for Albert Kriemler. Since then, digital prints have remained a consistent part of his creative agenda. And while each motif captures the spirit of its season, the pieces themselves become collector’s items — coveted by the women who wear them for years.
From Art to Akris
The constant dialogue with art and architecture has become part of Albert Kriemler’s signature— and a hallmark of Akris. The appeal of such collaborations lies in the integration of these works: they are not simply transferred onto the fabric but contribute to rethink the feel, cut, and appearance of fashion. For instance, by experimenting with materials and technology, a 3D effect is created on featherlight silk raincoats, echoing the work of Thomas Ruff. Only through this approach can a new interpretation of art emerge.
The Artist Collaborations
Over the past two decades, Albert Kriemler has collaborated with artists and architects like Thomas Ruff, Sou Fujimoto, Carmen Herrera, Rodney Graham, Geta Brătescu, Vivian Maier, Felice Rix-Ueno, Imi Knoebel, Alexander Girard, and Reinhard Voigt, among others, for his collections.
