May is a vibrant month for culture enthusiasts, highlighted by several significant events. Miu Miu celebrated the reopening of its flagship store in Ginza, Tokyo, on May 13 with the Miu Miu Jazz Club, an immersive event honoring the legacy of Japanese jazz and its influential female artists. The event took place at the historic Dance Hall Shinseiki and concluded at the Tokyo Kinema Club, featuring performances by Tokyo-based instrumentalist Lily, Reiya Terakubo, and Grammy-winning pianist Hiromi.

In addition, photographer Peter Knapp is showcasing a new exhibition at the Fondation Maeght that revisits the revolutionary work of fashion designer André Courrèges. The exhibition focuses on Courrèges's spring/summer 1965 couture collection and includes Knapp's iconic 1965 ELLE France spread, featuring Space Age-inspired designs.

Moreover, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs is hosting 'La Mode en Majesté,' which explores the evolution of Thai royal dress from the 1960s to the present. This exhibition features nearly 200 pieces, including creations by Pierre Balmain and traditional Thai garments, illustrating how fashion has served as a medium for modernity and national identity, particularly under the influence of Queen Sirikit. The exhibition runs until November 1.