Arital + Museum / Aritaleum
Arital’s very first collection was released from July 31st, 2023, until January 1st, 2024. Every piece was designed by our Creative Director, during his exchange program in Belgium, pulling inspiration from European street culture, architecture, and art.
The designs were later refined in Aruba and prepared for release—marking the first 6 months of Arital’s introduction of sophisticated streetwear to the Aruban community.
Launched / 28 July 2023
Leaf me alone / D1
Inspired by the great outdoors.This piece is made to provide feelings of peace in mind.
Off White / Himalayan Pink
Launched / 28 July 2023
Born to die / D2
Inspired by Dutch Design Week 2022. This piece is made to provide perspective on your life.
Matte Black / Mustard Yellow
Launched / 30 September 2023
TopObject.ai / D3
Inspired by Arital’s love for illustration and object effects. Placing the Arital name in the logo path’s with the anchor reflecting Arital’s born day, 5 December 2023.
Off White / Matte Black
Launched / 26 August 2023
Psychedelical / D4
Inspired by the human realization that our greatest experiences often arise when we let go of the boundaries of reality and step into the realm of the impossible—such as the psychedelic experience—this concept explores the power of perception beyond limitation.
Matte Black / Mustard Yellow
Launched / 28 July 2023
Forbidden colors / D5
Inspired by an art expo in Antwerp, Belgium, this piece features a photograph with its colors intentionally removed. The image showcases the famous “Tres Trapi” beach in Aruba. The absence of color invites you to interpret the scene and imagine the hues that could have been present. The use of black and white creates a timeless atmosphere, encouraging the viewer to reflect on the image and form a unique interpretation.
Mustard Yellow / Off White
Launched / 28 July 2023
REVERSED / D6
Inspired by a poster design, this art piece is an eye-catching display of gradients and shadows. The gradients are applied in opposing directions to create a unique 3D effect. Bold and vibrant colors enhance the composition, giving the piece an energetic and dynamic feel.
Matte Black / Mustard Yellow
Launched / 22 December 2023
The eyes chico / D7
Inspired by the famous quote “The eyes, chico” from the movie Scarface, this piece features a vibrant array of eyes from different ethnicities, each with a unique color. The eyes are meant to evoke the idea of truly seeing someone — looking beyond the surface of their skin to recognize their shared humanity.
Off White / Himalayan Pink / Matte Black
Launched / 27 January 2024
Dal bocht / D8
Inspired by the metro map in Lisbon, Portugal, this unique art piece blends the structure of Portugal’s metro system with the names of towns in Aruba. Each town is represented by its acronym, mapped across the lines. The vibrant colors of the metro layout, paired with a subtle noise overlay, create a visually stimulating yet vintage-inspired design.
Matte Black / Mustard Yellow
Launched / 25 November 2023
Tale of tiles / D9
Inspired by the tiles that shaped Portugal’s culture in the 13th century, this piece evokes a sense of warmth and joy through its bright, vibrant colors and intricate hand-painted details. Composed of symmetrical patterns, the design draws the eye and celebrates timeless craftsmanship.
Off White / Himalayan Pink
Launched / 28 October 2023
Per-spec-tive / D10
Inspired by the shifting perspectives and moods of light as it interacts with different materials, this piece explores contrast and contradiction. Each element in the composition plays off one another in a delicate dance of form and color.
Himalayan Pink / Off White
