UNIQLO BRINGS ART TO LIFE WITH ASIAN CIVILISATIONS MUSEUM POP-UP

Global fashion brand UNIQLO will unveil its first museum pop-up at Singapore’s Asian Civilisations Museum this April. Featuring wearable art inspired by gallery objects, the collaboration showcases designs by local artists Knuckles & Notch, Gabriel De Souza, SONG, HAFI, and Nikkei, aligning with ACM’s Crossing Cultures festival.  

Global apparel giant UNIQLO is set to debut its first-ever museum pop-up in collaboration with the Asian Civilisations Museum (ACM), marking a bold step in its mission to make art accessible to all. Launching in April, the initiative will transform the museum’s lobby into a vibrant showcase of wearable art, blending heritage with contemporary design.  

The pop-up will run for nearly two months and feature a curated line-up of Graphic T-shirts from UNIQLO’s UT line, alongside the UNIQLO x ACM local UTme! Collection. Each piece reinterprets objects from ACM’s galleries, brought to life by the creative vision of Singapore-based artists Knuckles & Notch, Gabriel De Souza, SONG, HAFI, and Nikkei. Their designs reflect a dialogue between tradition and modernity, offering visitors a chance to literally wear culture on their sleeves.  

This collaboration forms part of ACM’s Crossing Cultures festival, which celebrates the museum’s role as a hub for diverse artistic expression. From 10 to 12 April, visitors can immerse themselves in “A Weekend of Curiosities,” a series of free arts programmes designed to spark curiosity and engagement with the museum’s collections.  

Daisuke Hamada, Chief Finance Officer of UNIQLO Singapore & ASEAN Region, emphasised the brand’s philosophy: “The concept of Art for All has long been a core part of the UNIQLO LifeWear philosophy with the goal to offer the greatest exposure to art, culture and design to the largest possible audience.” The pop-up, he added, reflects UNIQLO’s commitment to bridging fashion and culture in ways that resonate with everyday life.  

Illustrations by Nikkei, provided by UNIQLO, highlight the creative energy behind the project, underscoring the brand’s dedication to supporting local talent. By situating fashion within the museum’s cultural landscape, the initiative not only broadens access to art but also redefines how audiences interact with heritage.  

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For UNIQLO, this marks a significant expansion of its global vision, positioning wearable art as a democratic medium that transcends boundaries. For ACM, it is a chance to engage new audiences and reaffirm its role as a space where cultures meet and evolve. Together, they invite visitors to explore the intersection of design, history, and everyday style in a fresh, accessible format.