From that tear-jerking hug with Kanye West, to the ultra luxe utilitarian harness bags in matte croc leather, here's some of our favourite moments from one of the most highly anticipated shows of men's fashion week
The Rainbow Runway
In a pre-show interview at Louis Vuitton headquarters, artistic director Virgil Abloh mentioned that the rainbow hues seen all over the show came from the idea of white light hitting a prism and dividing into its component colours, giving birth to this highly instagramable runway set up.
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The Gifted Graphic Tees
Every single thing present at the show held some sort of symbolism to Abloh’s journey within the fashion industry, including the matching graphic tees show-goers received at their seats. As someone who has never attended fashion school, Abloh started his career with a graphic t-shirt, and wanted to give a shoutout to that.
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The Diverse Casting
As Louis Vuitton’s first black artistic director, many lauded the brand as taking a step towards inclusivity and diversity. While Abloh shies away from talking about politics and race, the show’s diverse casting of models spoke volumes, featuring an ethically diverse mix of models as well as Abloh’s personal friends.
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