The Language Of Latex In Music & Fashion

THE CONCEPT

THE LANGUAGE OF LATEX

Latex is more than a material.
It’s a visual code used by artists to communicate sexuality, power, futurism and rebellion.

LatexMuse documents the most influential moments where latex defined an era.

From underground club culture to global pop stages.

SEASON FIVE

The Architects of Latex

THIERRY MUGLER

The Couture Era –

“When Latex Became Armour”

VIVIENNE WESTWOOD

Punk Era –

“When Latex Was Rebellion”

ATSUKO KUDO

Modern Couture –

“When Latex Became Skin”

THE TIMELINE

1980’s

Grace Jones weaponises latex aesthetic

1981

Prince blurs masculinity and power

1992

Madonna pushes latex into mainstream sexuality

1997

Janet Jackson reframes latex as vulnerability

2009

Lady Gaga makes latex theatrical

2010

Rihanna weaponises latex darkness