BLESS

The No. 77 collection is about workers, of all kinds and stripes. They've produced this decorative tribute tin, in acknowledgment of the individuals that work within their own studio, and in honor of the brands 25th year. The object is embossed with a few of their signature objects and designs, and notated on the lid with a few of their more memorable phrases describing their collections: "10 Years of Themelessness" "Always Stress with BLESS". Perfect for your favorite BLESSHead. 

New in their series of domestic objects, linens, curtains, examinations of home and travel and friendships and work life and how it all comes together to bring comfort and memories to bear, even as time marches relentlessly forward. This set is two panels, image taken on holiday in Marseille, France. A view out the window on to another world, a new way of dreaming. The bottoms are weighted, good for either draping or a nice, even hang. 

A collaboration with Stand Up Comedy as part of its No. 46 Contemporary Remediation collection. Inspired by the stellar costume design in Adrian Lyne's Indecent Proposal (1993), specifically the iconic bag/pack worn by Demi Moore. It is only through the production of this piece that our near life-long, and thoroughly unhealthy obsession with the original, has ceased. Thank you, BLESS!

This bag is something of a cross between apron, backpack, and utility vest. Adjustable canvas straps, large, lined, double pockets—separate interior and exterior, Riri zips. Its success lies in the balance—literally, as an object that distributes weight and proportion with perfect harmony; conceptually, as a commodity that appears both useless and useful, is fanciful and practical, that reflects both a nostalgic moment and an innovative hypothesis. Unisex.

Measurements (taken lying flat):
Width (open, bottom hem from left to right ends): 44"
Strap length: 30" longest; 15.5" shortest

NEW AND IMPROVED!: A collaboration with Stand Up Comedy as part of its No. 46 Contemporary Remediation collection. Inspired by the stellar costume design in Adrian Lyne's Indecent Proposal (1993), specifically the iconic bag/pack worn by Demi Moore. It is only through the production of this piece that our near life-long, and thoroughly unhealthy obsession with the original, has ceased. Thank you, BLESS!

This bag is something of a cross between apron, backpack, and utility vest. Adjustable canvas straps, large, lined, double pockets—separate interior and exterior, Riri zips. Its success lies in the balance—literally, as an object that distributes weight and proportion with perfect harmony; conceptually, as a commodity that appears both useless and useful, is fanciful and practical, that reflects both a nostalgic moment and an innovative hypothesis. Unisex.

Measurements (taken lying flat):
Width (open, bottom hem from left to right ends): 44"
Strap length: 30" longest; 15.5" shortest

Bless doesn't do many collaborations, so it's always a fun surprise to see what they come up with then they do. This time, Supreme enters the canon, with a mash-up t-shirt made up of graphics and imagery from both brand archives. A small Bless patch is sewn on to the left chestal region, connecting front and back, creating an asymmetric draping effect when worn. For the Bless (and Supreme) enthusiast, for sure. Limited edition. Unisex.

This classic shetland wool crewneck sweater features very unexpected pearly beads at the elbows. Think elegant, not dippin' dots. Unisex.

This series called Liningknitter are all one of a kind. Bless makes the knit, and inserts them into gently puffed jacket linings, making a whole new beast. Super light Shetland wool. Unisex.

A fantastic new version of this longtime collaborative style, originally developed with Stand Up Comedy as part of its No. 46 Contemporary Remediation collection. This new addition to the collection is a two-piece style, able to be worn separately. These one-of-a-kind pieces are sourced from vintage blazers, and remade into a cropped suit jacket, paired with a variation on the original Demimoore Bag. 

This bag is something of a cross between apron, backpack, and utility vest. Adjustable canvas straps, large, lined, exterior pockets. Instead of interior zip pockets, this features roomy, hidden slip pockets made with the original silky lining of the coat. A button closure on the bag portion is also new. Its success lies in the balance—literally, as an object that distributes weight and proportion with perfect harmony; conceptually, as a commodity that appears both useless and useful, is fanciful and practical, that reflects both a nostalgic moment and an innovative hypothesis. Unisex.

A fantastic new version of this longtime collaborative style, originally developed with Stand Up Comedy as part of its No. 46 Contemporary Remediation collection. This new addition to the collection is a two-piece style, able to be worn separately. These one-of-a-kind pieces are sourced from vintage blazers, and remade into a cropped suit jacket, paired with a variation on the original Demimoore Bag. 

This bag is something of a cross between apron, backpack, and utility vest. Adjustable canvas straps, large, lined, exterior pockets. Instead of interior zip pockets, this features roomy, hidden slip pockets made with the original silky lining of the coat. A button closure on the bag portion is also new. Its success lies in the balance—literally, as an object that distributes weight and proportion with perfect harmony; conceptually, as a commodity that appears both useless and useful, is fanciful and practical, that reflects both a nostalgic moment and an innovative hypothesis. Unisex.

Bless's classic belt, hand-cut leather, with holes all along the length for universal fit. From their No. 18 Allwear collection. 1 1/8” width, 46" long. Unisex.

Ah, the legendary set of Bless bedsheets from one of the earliest collections (No. 12), called Couple. Duvet cover, and two square pillowcases (double-sided, Euro shams). King sized. 

The below excerpt regarding the book is in BLESS's own words:

2022 marked the 25th anniversary of BLESS. Since 1997, Desiree Heiss and Ines Kaag have been working together on numerous transdisciplinary projects. Dubbing themselves ‘situation designers,’ their products blend fashion, art, design, architecture, business and social practice, always aiming to create an equilibrium between mental and physical exertion. Driven by the ambition to create objects for everyday use, BLESS defines her practice and products as a way of life—based on the firm belief that one can shape life today in a way that creates a future worth living in.

The third publication of the Paris and Berlin based designers is one of the three outcomes of the project A Year with… BLESS N°72 BLESSlet, with which KW Institute for Contemporary Art honored the anniversary. The publication encompasses BLESS’s collection and projects from 2010 until 2022, with written reflections on their innovative and witty work by Douglas Fogle and Hanneke Skerath, Anna Gritz and Krist Gruijthuijsen, Nakako Hayashi, Tom McCarthy, and Jeppe Ugelvig.