The Grammy-winning producer, rapper, singer, and songwriter Pharrell Williams has been appointed as the new creative director of Louis Vuitton’s menswear line.
Williams was referred to as “a visionary whose creative realms span from music to art to fashion” by the label.
Additionally, he is a founding member of the Billionaire Boys Club streetwear company.
Prior to him, Virgil Abloh, high-profile Ghanaian-American designer who passed away in 2021, served in that position at Louis Vuitton.
In June, Paris’ Men’s Fashion Week will host the debut of Williams’ line for the company.
“I am glad to welcome Pharrell back home, after our collaborations in 2004 and 2008 for Louis Vuitton, as our new Men’s Creative Director,” Louis Vuitton chairman and chief executive Pietro Beccari said in a statement.
Louis Vuitton is delighted to welcome @Pharrell as its new Men’s Creative Director. His first collection for Louis Vuitton will be revealed next June during Men’s Fashion Week in Paris. #LouisVuitton #PharrellWilliams pic.twitter.com/GRCQFfOAHK
— Louis Vuitton (@LouisVuitton) February 14, 2023
“His creative vision beyond fashion will undoubtedly lead Louis Vuitton towards a new and very exciting chapter,” Mr Beccari added.
One of the most prestigious global fashion houses is Louis Vuitton. It is a part of the luxury goods company LVMH, which is controlled by Bernard Arnault, the richest man on earth.
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