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It’s a bright and sunny afternoon in Scandicci, a short 8km drive from the centre of Florence. Filled with FedEx vans, busy roundabouts and industrial warehouses, the bustling suburban hub stands in stark contrast with the Tuscan capital and its cultural landmarks, but for one conspicuous structure: Gucci ArtLab. With its vibrant 10m-high murals, the sprawling 37,000 sq m space is as unmissable as the statue of David – apt, given that a large-scale fashion anatomy is taking place.

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