going to be really important for me, because I’m still learning and I’m still growing. I’m really excited to see what I can learn from the mentors.”
LVMH Celebrates 25 Years of Supporting Fresh Talent in Fashion
The fashion industry is constantly evolving, and LVMH has been at the forefront of uplifting new and innovative designers for the past 25 years. Through their philanthropic initiatives, such as the Andam Fashion Awards and the Hyères International Fashion and Photography Festival, LVMH has consistently pushed the boundaries of creativity and supported emerging talent. And this year, they continue to do so with the 2024 LVMH Prize for Young Designers.
20 Young Designers Compete for Coveted LVMH Prize
Out of over 2,500 candidates, 20 young designers were selected to compete for the prestigious LVMH Prize. These designers showcased their collections to a panel of experts, including fashion icons Eva Chen, Edward Enninful, and Ibrahim Kamara. From these 20, eight were chosen to move on to the final round, including Aubero, Duran Lantink, Hodakova, Marie Adam-Leenaerdt, Niccolò Pasqualleti, Paolo Carzana, Pauline Dujancourt, and Standing Ground.
Winners of LVMH Prize, Karl Lagerfeld Prize, and Savoir-Faire Prize Announced
On September 10, at the Foundation Louis Vuitton, the winners of the LVMH Prize, Karl Lagerfeld Prize, and for the first time, the Savoir-Faire Prize were selected. Hypebeast had the opportunity to speak with the winners after their big wins, discussing what this recognition means for their brands.
Ellen Hodakova Larsson of House of Hodakova Wins LVMH Prize
Swedish designer Ellen Hodakova Larsson, of House of Hodakova, took home the coveted LVMH Prize. Her brand focuses on creating luxury pieces with a utilitarian twist, using upcycled and reworked materials. Larsson will receive a 400,000€ endowment and a one-year mentorship, which she believes will open many doors for her brand and allow her to create on a larger scale. She hopes to bring a new perspective to the fashion industry with her unique pieces.
Durank Lantink Wins Karl Lagerfeld Prize
Dutch designer Durank Lantink of Duran Lantink was awarded the Karl Lagerfeld Prize, which comes with a 200,000€ endowment and a year’s mentorship. Lantink’s brand focuses on conscious and inventive knitwear and outerwear pieces, using repurposed materials. He hopes that this recognition will inspire the next generation of designers to prioritize sustainability in their designs. The prize money and mentorship will also help him to take his brand to the next level and continue to grow and learn as a designer.
