Culture Watch: What to See and Where to Go in August
Plus, more art and fashion news to know this month.
Culture Watch is a new series spotlighting the intersection of fashion and art, bringing you the latest must-see exhibitions, pop-ups, installations, and more.
Summer may be winding down, but fashion and art’s most exciting exhibits, performances, and showcases are still going strong. This August, enjoy the best of both worlds—from captivating art installations at the St. Regis Cap Cana Resort in the Dominican Republic to an upcoming documentary on Karl Lagerfeld and Brooks Brothers’ costumes onstage at Shakespeare in the Park.
Brooks Brothers Creates Costumes for Shakespeare in the Park
Shakespeare in the Park is back after a two-year hiatus—and this season, it’s bringing Brooks Brothers along for the ride. The quintessentially preppy brand has partnered with the beloved free theater program at the newly renovated Delacorte Theater in New York City’s Central Park. The production? A star-studded rendition of Twelfth Night, featuring Sandra Oh, Lupita Nyong’o, Peter Dinklage, and Jesse Tyler Ferguson—each outfitted in costumes designed by Oana Botez with custom-made tailored suits by Brooks Brothers. Learn more about how to access tickets here.
Karl Lagerfeld Documentary to Debut at Telluride Film Festival
Debuting during this year’s Telluride Film Festival (August 29–September 1), KARL is a documentary that paints an intimate portrait of one of the most prolific and iconic fashion figures of our time. Directed by Nick Hooker, the film offers an in-depth look into the late designer’s life, including never-before-seen archive materials and footage from personal interviews.
The St. Regis Cap Cana Resort Highlights Local Women Artists
The St. Regis Cap Cana Resort is at once an art-filled escape and a family-friendly beachside destination offering a wide range of activities for all. Within the hotel lies a beautiful series of stacked bulbous sculptures by Lorraine Franco, titled “Totem to Remember.” The vertical ceramics pay tribute to the Taíno culture by representing its ancestry and shared memory. Many of the artists featured are located in the Dominican Republic. The mural inside the St. Regis Bar is by Santo Domingo-based Citlally Miranda, while a conceptual hammock was created by local design studio Atrezzo. Though the St. Regis is frequently associated with its hotels, its portfolio of resorts is filled with on-property experiences for all ages, including a spa and relaxing poolside retreat. Much of the atmosphere is family-focused—the destination offers plenty of activities for the kids. With youth-dedicated yoga, tennis, and movie nights, the resort is an idyllic place where the whole family can sink their toes in the sand, immerse themselves in a world of local art, and enjoy the scenic landscape.
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