The partnership extends beyond the exhibition to include a forthcoming monograph, documentary, and in-store installation celebrating the artist’s legacy
Valentino is supporting the Aspen Art Museum’s presentation of Arch Connelly: Straighten Your Wig and Pray, which opened on June 12, 2026. The partnership expands the Maison’s ongoing engagement with the arts through a collaboration that extends beyond the exhibition itself.
In addition to supporting the exhibition, Valentino is partnering with the museum on the first comprehensive monograph dedicated to Arch Connelly’s work, scheduled for publication in 2027, as well as a new archival documentary exploring the artist’s life and legacy. To coincide with the exhibition, the Aspen Art Museum has also curated a special installation inside Valentino’s boutique on Galena Street, featuring three original works by Connelly alongside archival materials.
The collaboration reflects Valentino’s continued investment in cultural institutions and artistic initiatives that connect fashion with contemporary art. By extending the museum experience into its retail environment and supporting new scholarship around Connelly’s work, the Maison reinforces its broader strategy of engaging audiences through cultural programming and creative partnerships.
