{"title":"Bart Kuykens x Laird Hatters","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"40\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eBart Kuykens Collaboration Collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"81\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"81\"\u003eReal stories. Real film. Real fast.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"307\"\u003eCreated in collaboration with internationally acclaimed photographer \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eBart Kuykens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, this exclusive collection brings together timeless British craftsmanship and a distinctly cinematic creative vision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"309\" data-end=\"682\"\u003eIn a world increasingly shaped by artificial imagery and fast-moving trends, Bart Kuykens has become recognised for something rarer — authenticity. Working across both analog and digital photography, his work captures raw portraiture, automotive culture, and understated human character through a signature grain-rich aesthetic that feels both timeless and deeply personal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"730\"\u003eThis collection reflects that same philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"1041\"\u003eEach piece is designed with an emphasis on honest materials, enduring construction, and understated detail. Inspired by heritage workwear, classic motoring culture, and the quiet confidence found throughout Kuykens’ photography, the collection balances rugged functionality with refined British craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003eProduced in limited runs using carefully selected premium materials, every cap is designed to age with character and wear naturally over time — not simply as an accessory, but as a lasting personal piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"2088\"\u003eKuykens’ work has been exhibited internationally across cities including \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eLos Angeles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eLondon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eParis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eZurich\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eOslo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003ePalm Springs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eBrussels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, and \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMiami\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, while collaborations with brands such as \u003ca data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1735\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/leica-camera.com?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eLeica\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"ms-0.5 inline-block align-middle leading-none\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-rtl-flip=\"\" class=\"block h-[0.75em] w-[0.75em] stroke-current stroke-[0.75]\"\u003e\u003cuse fill=\"currentColor\" href=\"\/cdn\/assets\/sprites-core-6d2147a0.svg#304883\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1794\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.porsche.com?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePorsche\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"ms-0.5 inline-block align-middle leading-none\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-rtl-flip=\"\" class=\"block h-[0.75em] w-[0.75em] stroke-current stroke-[0.75]\"\u003e\u003cuse fill=\"currentColor\" href=\"\/cdn\/assets\/sprites-core-6d2147a0.svg#304883\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca data-start=\"1796\" data-end=\"1859\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hasselblad.com?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eHasselblad\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"ms-0.5 inline-block align-middle leading-none\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-rtl-flip=\"\" class=\"block h-[0.75em] w-[0.75em] stroke-current stroke-[0.75]\"\u003e\u003cuse fill=\"currentColor\" href=\"\/cdn\/assets\/sprites-core-6d2147a0.svg#304883\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1918\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chopard.com?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eChopard\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"ms-0.5 inline-block align-middle leading-none\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-rtl-flip=\"\" class=\"block h-[0.75em] w-[0.75em] stroke-current stroke-[0.75]\"\u003e\u003cuse fill=\"currentColor\" href=\"\/cdn\/assets\/sprites-core-6d2147a0.svg#304883\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca data-start=\"1920\" data-end=\"1973\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vitra.com?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eVitra\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"ms-0.5 inline-block align-middle leading-none\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-rtl-flip=\"\" class=\"block h-[0.75em] w-[0.75em] stroke-current stroke-[0.75]\"\u003e\u003cuse fill=\"currentColor\" href=\"\/cdn\/assets\/sprites-core-6d2147a0.svg#304883\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca data-start=\"1979\" data-end=\"2031\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artek.fi?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eArtek\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"ms-0.5 inline-block align-middle leading-none\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-rtl-flip=\"\" class=\"block h-[0.75em] w-[0.75em] stroke-current stroke-[0.75]\"\u003e\u003cuse fill=\"currentColor\" href=\"\/cdn\/assets\/sprites-core-6d2147a0.svg#304883\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e further cement his influence across both art and design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2205\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe result is a collection shaped by craftsmanship, individuality, and the enduring appeal of things made properly.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/lairdlondon.co.uk\/collections\/bart-kuykens-x-laird-hatters.oembed","provider":"Laird Hatters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}