This October, the iconic fashion house Gucci ventures out of its usual field – and seemingly this universe – with a new cutting-edge exhibition showcasing the House’s standout designs from its 102-year history. Having opened in Shanghai in April, Gucci Cosmos now emerges at 180 The Strand as a masterclass in immersive curation and multi-sensory experiences. Stepping into the exhibition is akin to Alice in Wonderland’s journey down the rabbit hole only to emerge into a land of topsy-turvy fantasy, illusion and delight. Each room, or ‘portal’, documents a different period in the fashion House’s rich history and the themes that have inspired various pieces and collections from the archive. From a replication of The Savoy’s lobby where a young Guccio Gucci worked in the 80s as a luggage porter and liftboy, visitors ascend and emerge into the present day before starting the journey backwards and forwards through time in a creative exploration of the House’s history.