which honors innovation, comes with a €150,000 EUR endowment and a one-year mentorship from the Fendi team. The Savoir-Faire Prize, which celebrates craftsmanship, comes with a €150,000 EUR endowment and a one-year mentorship from the LVMH Institut des Métiers d’Excellence.
LVMH Prize Announces Finalists for 2025 Edition
20 Semi-Finalists Present Work at Paris Fashion Week
The prestigious LVMH Prize has just announced the eight finalists for its highly anticipated 2025 edition. After a fierce competition among 20 semi-finalists, the Committee of Experts has selected the top contenders who will compete for the coveted awards.
The finalists include Alainpaul by Alain Paul (France), All-In by Benjamin Barron and Bror August Vestbø (United States and Norway), Francesco Murano by Francesco Murano (Italy), Soshiotsuki by Soshi Otsuki (Japan), Steve O Smith by Steve O Smith (United Kingdom), Tolu Coker by Tolu Coker (United Kingdom), Torishéju by Torishéju Dumi (United Kingdom), and Zomer by Danial Aitouganov (Netherlands).
In a statement, Delphine Arnault, CEO of Christian Dior, praised the diversity and creativity of the semi-finalists’ collections, noting their exceptional tailoring and craftsmanship. She congratulated all the semi-finalists and expressed her excitement for the final event.
The final will take place on September 3 at the Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris, where a high-octane jury will select the winners of the Grand Prize, Karl Lagerfeld Prize, and Savoir-Faire Prize.
LVMH Prize Announces 20 Semi-Finalists for 2025 Edition
Global Talent Showcased at Paris Fashion Week
The highly anticipated LVMH Prize has announced the 20 semi-finalists for its 2025 edition, ahead of Paris Fashion Week. Chosen from over 2,300 applicants from 15 countries, including Egypt, Ghana, and Saudi Arabia for the first time, the semi-finalists represent a diverse range of backgrounds and creative visions.
The semi-finalists include AlainPaul (France), All-In (United States and Norway), Boyedoe (Ghana), Francesco Murano (Italy), Josh Tafoya (United States), KML (Saudi Arabia), Meruert Tolegen (United States), Mfpen (Denmark), Nicklas Skovgaard (Denmark), Penultimate (China), Pillings (Japan), Renaissance Renaissance (Lebanon), Sinead O’Dwyer (Ireland), Soshiotsuki (Japan), Steve O Smith (United Kingdom), Tolu Coker (United Kingdom), Torisheju (United Kingdom), Yasmin Mansour (Egypt), Young n Sang (South Korea) and Zomer (Netherlands).
The semi-finalists will present their work to the LVMH Prize Committee of Experts, consisting of 80 global fashion specialists, on March 5 and 6 in Paris. The public will also have the opportunity to vote for their favorite designers until March 9.
The LVMH Prize offers three awards, each with a specific focus and benefits. The LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers, which celebrates creativity, comes with a €400,000 EUR endowment and a one-year mentorship from a dedicated LVMH team. The Karl Lagerfeld Prize, which honors innovation, comes with a €150,000 EUR endowment and a one-year mentorship from the Fendi team. The Savoir-Faire Prize, which recognizes craftsmanship, comes with a €150,000 EUR endowment and a one-year mentorship from the LVMH Institut des Métiers d’Excellence.
