Argentinean sculptor and designer Pablo Reinoso has designed chairs of his own: the High Chair.
But for me, as a real Thonet afficionado, and maybe for many others he, is more important as the sculptor of the Thoneteando series, or variations on old Thonet chair designs which he gives a twist. Until September 8, 2007 there is an exhibition of the Thoneteando series in Buenos Aires, in Gallerie Ruth Benzacar.
From the Thoneteando series came the Prêt-à -Thonet idea. Prêt-à -Thonet is a metaphor for chairs you can wear or wearable chairs.
For the first time they appeared on a catwalk as part of the 2007 Autumn / Winter fashion show of David Delfin and stylist Malaguène.
For the second time they will appear in the presentation of the Spring / Summer Fashion collection of Martin Churba, titled Tropico, on August 21, 2007 in Buenos Aires, Palacio del Correo Central, Samiento 151.
Finally there is the LuThonetteries exposition in celebration of a 40 years celebration of a group of Lute players from August 16 - September 16, 2007. Location:Centro Cultural Recoleta (CCR),
Junin 1930, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Wearable Thonet Chairs
Prêt-à -Thonet Buenos Aires Designs
Trend Themes
1. Wearable Chairs - Opportunity for innovative fashion designers to incorporate wearable chairs into their collections.
2. Thoneteando Series - Opportunity for furniture manufacturers to create variations of old Thonet chair designs with a unique twist.
3. Luthonetteries Exposition - Opportunity for event planners to create immersive experiences that celebrate the intersection of design, music, and culture.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Fashion designers can explore the incorporation of wearable chairs into their collections.
2. Furniture - Furniture manufacturers can create variations of old Thonet chair designs with a unique twist.
3. Events - Event planners can create immersive experiences that celebrate the intersection of design, music, and culture.