The Hysteria of This Flower Explained | Behind The HYPE: Murakami’s Flowers

From Kanye West album covers, Kid Cud’s chains, Drake’s hoodies and art pieces with Pharrell, Takashi Murakami’s beaming multi-colored flowers are everywhere. On the surface, Murakami’s flowers seem unconditionally happy and joyful. But there are deeper and darker undertones within these works. This is how Murakami’s flower design has bridged the worlds of fine art, high fashion, and streetwear.

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