Kim Jones, the highly acclaimed menswear designer at Dior and creative director of women’s wear and couture at Fendi, has been selected as a member of the grand jury for the prestigious LVMH Prize 2021. This award is widely recognized in the fashion industry as a platform for honoring and promoting emerging designer talent. Jones joins an esteemed panel of six other senior designers within the LVMH luxury empire, including Virgil Abloh, Jonathan Anderson, Maria Grazia, Marc Jacobs, and Stella McCartney.
Leading the LVMH Prize initiative is Delphine Arnault, the executive vice president of Louis Vuitton and a visionary behind this renowned award. Alongside Jones, the jury also includes Sidney Toledano, the CEO of LVMH Fashion Group, and Jean-Paul Claverie, an advisor to Bernard Arnault and director of corporate sponsorship at LVMH. Together, these influential figures will form a nine-member jury for the final round of the Prize, which is set to take place on September 7th at the impressive Louis Vuitton Foundation in Paris.
This year, the LVMH Prize has attracted nine exceptional finalists who will compete for the highly coveted top accolade, as well as the Karl Lagerfeld/Special Jury Prize. The finalists comprise of Bianca Saunders, Charles de Vilmorin, Christopher John Rogers, Conner Ives, Colm Dillane, Kika Vargas, Lukhanyo Mdingi, Nensi Dojaka, and Rui Zhou. These talented individuals will have the unique opportunity to present their innovative work and captivate the esteemed jury with their creative visions.
Kim Jones’ inclusion in the grand jury underscores his profound influence and expertise within the fashion industry. With his creative contributions to multiple luxury brands, his unique perspective and insights will undoubtedly play a significant role in shaping the jury’s decision-making process. The LVMH Prize is renowned for launching promising designers into the limelight, offering them unrivaled support and recognition. With Jones as part of the judging panel, the Prize’s credibility and impact will undoubtedly be further elevated.
The final round of the LVMH Prize is eagerly awaited by fashion insiders and enthusiasts worldwide. It serves as a prominent platform for the next generation of designers to showcase their talent and make a lasting impression in the fashion world. Winning the award not only brings prestige and acclaim, but also opens doors to invaluable opportunities for the recipient.
As the countdown to the final round begins, all eyes are on the nine exceptionally talented finalists who are vying for the top honors. With Kim Jones and the esteemed panel of judges evaluating their creations, the future appears bright for these emerging designers. The LVMH Prize 2021 is not only a celebration of their creativity and dedication, but also a testament to the fashion industry’s unwavering commitment to nurturing and supporting new talents.
Useful links:
1. https://www.lvmhprize.com/
2. https://www.dior.com/
