Art Meets the Green: MARK & LONA’s Groundbreaking Collaboration with The Met
A pioneering fusion of high art and luxury golf fashion is set to captivate enthusiasts as MARK & LONA, the renowned golf apparel brand, unveils its inaugural collaboration with The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met). This unique collection, launching on January 7, 2026, invites individuals to ‘wear art’ by integrating iconic skull motifs from The Met’s vast collection into sophisticated apparel, creating an unprecedented blend for both the golf course and daily life.
Reimagining Classic Art for Contemporary Style
This groundbreaking partnership draws from The Met’s world-class archives, specifically selecting three powerful skull artworks by Wenceslaus Hollar, Herman Henstenburg, and Pieter Claesz. MARK & LONA has meticulously reinterpreted these historical pieces, transforming them into fresh, fashion-forward expressions of their signature skull motif. The aim is to deliver a new experience where the profound beauty of art can be intimately felt, adding an artistic dimension to everyday and recreational activities.
The collection features a reversible down jacket, engineered for both lightweight comfort and high insulation. Its dual-sided design showcases striking skull artwork on one side and the brand’s distinctive logo on the other, offering versatile styling. A detachable hood further enhances adaptability, allowing wearers to adjust to varying weather conditions or personal preferences. Complementing this, a sleek hat crafted from smooth twill material ensures both comfort and a sophisticated aesthetic, making it suitable for a round of golf or casual urban wear.
The Artworks That Inspired the Collection
The collaboration is deeply rooted in the symbolic and compositional elements found within these three masterpieces from The Met’s collection:
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《Skull in Profile to Right》
Wenceslaus Hollar (Bohemian, 1607–1677) after Leonardo da Vinci (Italian, 1452–1519)
Etching; 1645
Explore the artwork here: Skull in Profile to Right -
《Vanitas Still Life》
Herman Henstenburgh (Dutch, 1667–1726)
Watercolor, gouache, and gum arabic on parchment; n.d.
Explore the artwork here: Vanitas Still Life -
《Still Life with a Skull and a Writing Quill》
Pieter Claesz (Dutch, 1596/97–1660)
Oil on wood; 1628
Explore the artwork here: Still Life with a Skull and a Writing Quill
This selection highlights The Met’s role as a global cultural custodian, showcasing over five millennia of human creativity across its two New York City locations, The Met Fifth Avenue and The Met Cloisters. The museum’s dedication to bringing art to life for new audiences perfectly aligns with MARK & LONA’s vision for this collaboration.
Where to Acquire This Artistic Collection
For those eager to embrace this unique blend of art and golf, the collection will be available from January 7, 2026, at the following locations:
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MARK & LONA Aoyama Store
1F Lexington Aoyama Building, 5-11-9 Minami Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0062
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MARK & LONA Official Online Store
Official Online Store
A dedicated special site has also been launched for further details:
This collaboration marks a significant moment, demonstrating how traditional cultural institutions and contemporary fashion brands can converge to create something truly innovative. It opens up new avenues for appreciating art, moving it from gallery walls to the dynamic world of fashion and sports, undoubtedly shaping future trends in luxury apparel.
