537 - TANIA ZEKKOUT X PEPEUF WORKSHOP

TANIA ZEKKOUT X PEPEUF WORKSHOP One-of-a-kind paper dress signed by celebrities, Pepeuf x Tania Zekkout collaboration, 2025 A one-of-a-kind celebrity-signed Pepeuf x Tania Zekkout paper dress, 2025 Labeled, made from over 700 sheets of PapierNat by Pepeuf paper, the finely molded bodice features three-dimensional floral trails—some of which are painted gold—and corset laces at the back; bust approx. 81 cm (32 in.); the separate skirt features pleated ruffles at the asymmetrical hem; waist approx. 81 cm (32 in.); includes an additional three-dimensional floral cage that can be worn over the body, (3) Born from the collaboration between Pepeuf—the Swiss creative house whose mission is to make ecology glamorous and glamour accessible to all—and designer Tania Zekkout, this dress stands not only as a testament to craftsmanship in contemporary fashion but also as a symbol of commitment to environmental sustainability in an industry often criticized for its ecological impact. Designed by Tania Zekkout, the dress is made from PapierNat by Pepeuf, the house’s signature material: a paper made from sugarcane bagasse—a byproduct of sugar production—rather than from felled trees. Working by hand in France, Tania Zekkout layered and molded more than 700 sheets, a process requiring approximately 150 hours of work—a level of dedication that rivals that of the finest Parisian couture houses. Her sinuous, sculptural design hugs the body, enveloping it in a vision of ecological balance. Interwoven with floral motifs and organic tendrils, it unites the body and nature, presenting a compelling image of harmony in an increasingly uncertain world. This piece stands out not only for its construction but also for the journey Pepeuf has created around it. Worn on the red carpet at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival by director Valérie Zoydo, the dress then embarked on a Pepeuf program of exhibitions, public presentations, and media coverage, including a display at the Grand Palais during the ChangeNOW summit and a return to Cannes during the 2026 Festival, where it was exhibited at the Cineum. Pepeuf subsequently invited notable figures from the worlds of exploration, sports, cinema, and the arts to sign the dress, including Bertrand Piccard, Jean-Louis Étienne, Stan Wawrinka, and numerous actors, directors, and cultural figures. Each signature serves as a documented trace in the evolving history of the object. Offered by Pepeuf in support of A Tree For You, with all proceeds donated to the association, this lot represents a convergence of craftsmanship, sustainability, celebrity provenance, and philanthropy. More than just a garment, it is the founding piece of the annual Cannes paper dress tradition created by Pepeuf and Tania Zekkout, which has since continued with a 2026 dress and their first paper cape, worn at the 83rd Venice Film Festival. For more information about Pepeuf, the project, and a complete list of signatories, please visit: https://pepeuf.com/en/cannes-edition-2/ Image All Rights Reserved. Image All Rights Reserved.