A First Look at Pharrell Williams’s Louis Vuitton Men’s Debut Collection | Vogue

Vogue brings you an exclusive glimpse at Pharrell Williams’s Louis Vuitton Men’s collection before its runway debut in Paris. We join Pharrell inside his design studio as he talks about one of his new bag designs, Virgil Abloh's legacy, and using Louis Vuitton's Damier Print in creative new ways.
Director: Nikki Petersen
Director of Photography: Simon Maladin
Editor: J.Y. Chun
Associate Director, Creative Development: Alexandra Gurvitch
Director, Creative Development and Programming, Social Media: Sam Sussman
Associate Producer: Lea Donenberg
Production Manager: Jen Wilmeth
Assistant Editor: Justin Symonds
Post Production Coordinator: Jovan James
Supervising Editor: Kameron Key
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Senior Director, Programming: Linda Gittleson
Executive Producer: Ruhiya Nuruddin
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Archival Imagery: Courtesy of Pharrell's Instagram
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[@shelbyruyle]

He mentioned his team at least 4 times. What a great leader!

[@adean4146]

because they are the ones designing everything, he isn't a designer, just an ambassador

[@idothings1497]

⁠@@adean4146yes he is so not discredit him he is the new creative director o LV stfu

[@dk-zd5rg]

@@adean4146 most CDs don't 'design' pieces, their job is to communicate a broader vision. It's almost always a team under them who actualize the collection. CDs have so many responsibilities that it just doesn't make sense for them to sit in the atelier cutting new patterns or whatever else you consider designing...

[@vidsforbids]

@@idothings1497 stfu is foul low talk. Nice company we're in.

[@vdaniels1237]

@@dk-zd5rg thanks for trying to explain but these ppl going to think what they want

[@drnabilmohammadazmi665]

Absolutely love the fashion show . The fact that he brought out his design team in the end is the most selfless act Ive seen. Great team leader

[@jadeinthashade]

The humility and honor shown by Pharrell for the true talent and force behind LV and his ideas is refreshing. He knows he is working with the best of the best and verbalizes it multiple times. This is leadership.

[@rafeeqwarfield9690]

Big facts

[@jone7079]

I love his mind❣️Superhuman

[@zhetza]

so humble with his golden teeth and chains

[@vdaniels1237]

@@zhetza what does jewelry and grills have to do with anything?

[@zhetza]

@@vdaniels1237 how can you be humble with a golden grill in your mouth? it's the opposite

[@riiiiin]

Super humble, an amazing artist, this is what LEGENDS are made of

[@ctf1972]

You can't be humble if you have gold teeth

[@femfromholland]

@@ctf1972 Exactly what I was thinking. Besides this all these products are insane expensive not meant for regurlar folks but the filthy rich elites.

[@frankboyer1490]

Humble? lol

[@genesisdorsey]

No one has said he's a designer. Why do people keep on saying this? He's essentially the lead creative director heading up the menswear. LV never promised to deliver a designer who knows how to make clothes by hand. They obviously wanted a certain creative direction overall. I would never expect Pharrell to pick up needle & thread 😂

[@vdaniels1237]

They know , alot of them are just haters ...why they took time to come search this dude they don't like idk

[@vidsforbids]

Yes, that was not clear amidst the hoopla. He has a great eye.

[@EbonyNikitaElegance]

I love the idea of the new look for the speedy. I hope the LV damier gets more shine under Pharrell's direction.

[@philiq18]

I really admire his humility even after 20+ years of success. Looking forward to seeing what he conjured up with his team.

[@tanvirhassan2783]

What a bloody inspiration 🤩 So articulate, so humble

[@queenh4073]

He' seems like a genuinely nice individual

[@FernandoHatsumura]

He's so humble! By the way, I love this golden teeth, golden earrings, golden necklace and golden bracelets.

[@eicaone]

Pharrell is absolutely amazing, very humble and extremely talented in so many fields. Louis Vuitton made a genius decision here. Congratulations Pharrell 💖

[@thrashyskate]

THIS IS GOING TO BE EPIC

[@dlamini77]

Love the Nigo Louis Tee! The collection is fire, and the show was incredible. Well done.

[@dear_darling]

So happy he is working the Daumier check in creative ways ❤

[@royalvibes4433]

TRUTH IS PHARRELL DOES NOT AGE. HE IS THE SAME AGE AS HE WAS 10-15 YEARS AGO. CRAZZZZY

[@andresalessi]

This is extremely inspiring to me. Pharrell is one of the greatest influences of our time.

[@matthewgregg1248]

exactly an influencer, not a designer or an innovator. RIP Virgil

[@yvonne2965]

For Sure .. Inspirational

[@cpljuanmaravilla3768]

So humble so brilliant. I loved loved loved the collection.

[@_NAED_]

"There are so many other stars in your constellation. Once you realize that, you realize that the constellation is not even your doing. You're just lucky to exist, to shine in that moment where the universe has put these other things around you to make a sign. That is how I felt with this appointment. I woke up, and I got that call." -PHARRELL, Up, Up, and Away!

[@vidsforbids]

He seems aware that little of what we are being shown is his original creation.

[@simple_naildesigns]

Love the color of the bag 💛

[@jasmineadjei2552]

I’m mad excited. The yellow bag alone has me pumped! Come onnnn!

[@wealthy5702]

This is history in the making again! RIP VIRGIL!!!

[@vidsforbids]

History in the making again? "Fate just keeps on happening" , as Lorelei Lee always said.

[@ohhooidkein58]

Everyone gave credit to Pharrell but they won't praise the labourers who made all these stuff .

[@alp.9672]

shut up

[@impulsiveurge5837]

I think Pharell didnt even design those. He just leads the ship.

[@wendyroush5078]

I live Pharrell's new designs and can't wait to see what it brings to the people and to Pharrell embarking on new and exciting things. Can't wait to purchase something because I know it will last an eternity.

[@lvluxegirl]

Bag and jeans 👖 are fire 🔥 ❤

[@qegan2992]

Never been the biggest fan of “high fashion” but I can really get behind Pharrell. Well done LVMH

[@drako3212]

where can we watch this live

[@heathergustafson4237]

I’m ALL for the excitement of new artistic designs. All I ever ask with these types of collaborations is KEEP the class, you lose that you’ve lost something special!

[@misterceo2168]

Tell ya mother

[@vidsforbids]

A fan said earlier to a critic, "stfu", so classy (if you have to google it, please do not). I think the yellow bag is absolutely lovely. LV are producing material culture at the highest level, this show looks to be a lot of fun for everyone involved and Pharrell is so effervescent he is a joy to watch but the marketeers have created an illusion and the religious fervour of many of the comments here show how they have reeled the fish in. Shopping as a Cult.

[@BougieBrownSugar]

What do you mean?

[@nranderson778]

Loved the collection and the fashion show. ❤

[@KiDKeYz1000]

Thank for using Damier, 2007 2008 vibes🙏🏾

[@ErnestoDialogo]

3:26 Absolutely 💯🤗❤️🙌🏽

[@Breelyn777]

I was truly inspired today!

[@1heckofathrifter651]

He's going to do great things for LV❤❤❤

[@mrki731]

Looks really cool!!!

[@SkipWilliams-bh1tu]

Very nice collection today bravo!

[@cardion411]

I just watched his show. I am literally speechless. Wow. Wow. Wow.

[@Kzuri1975]

Did you see it online??

[@slicklifestyle45]

Amazing

[@killerqueen8071]

watched the show before seeing this, everything makes sense now

[@ikephipps2696]

This gig seems like a natural progression for him.... Props

[@shelsgyal4305]

Here for it all!

[@katiesmith1090]

Great video!!! Love this so much. Best video ever made. Love this so so so so much h best video ever.

[@markpate2176]

A creative star who comes off as simply a moon. Very well said !

[@blkbeauti05]

This was written many years ago. It’s his time 👌🏾

[@wallybielicz]

Love how humble he is. He deserves it. Virgil would be proud!

[@maxandrea396]

Pharrell deserves every single,tiny winy bit of this… it’s not how big your ego is… it’s how big your personality and talent is!

[@stunnaxsims]

Love how he acknowledged his team 🐐

[@bitsmagtv]

Amazing! Pharrell is a real PRINCE!

[@segunjohnsonafilaka2511]

Love your true creativity Pharrell.👍

[@albertparkPH]

I Love the Music of Pharrell Williams So Artistic. ❤

[@elliot1991mood]

Thanks for the video ,vogue 🎉🎉🎉 Is always a travel❤❤i❤

[@InternetGirl1093]

I feel like they showed two pieces, lol. I love Pharrell’s attitude though!

[@chrisdidiot7138]

Represent VA Pharrell, keep shining!

[@sauronthecutie]

How come Pharrell doesn't age. He literally has looked the same for the past 30 years

[@Rossotto556]

I’d love for him to dive more into his pieces. This was informative.

[@ehlohimwhil5762]

Didn't really show anything, but based on that Motorcycle jacket he wore, I'm anticipating

[@MoneyOverFame]

He deserves it. Looking forward to his collections.

[@hrhantarrouseriley2787]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@ajchristine3421]

Bring it on

[@segunonabanjo8262]

I really Do LOVE PHARELL he has a very peaceful demeanor

[@art_see_shan1849]

It’s amazing that 80% of his fan base can’t even afford this ! Va born and raised 🤞🏾 But carry on VOGUE

[@vidsforbids]

99.99% of his fan base can't afford these élitist luxury objects of conspicuous consumption. That's the knack., the whole point of Paris Fashion.

[@michaeltheewolf]

That ain’t gon stop fools for tryin or goin broke.

[@quartzzhuit]

Congratulations Pharrell. 😊💛

[@ibrahimdbouk6787]

Watching it live in Instagram

[@keanu1446]

Anyone knows when the collection dropping?

[@tamshari9212]

Beautiful Pharrell 🏰🧥

[@xincheng8]

I’m on board with a soft leather speedy!

[@creativeartbyluvensky]

Great and wise words. Wisdom and humbleness!

[@AndaniThakhani]

Those Jean's 🙌🏾😍

[@vidsforbids]

What does his team do? Design things?

[@christopherfolayan4307]

one bag is a "first look"??? i need more vogue

[@blonded4eva]

truly the greatest guy we've had the pleasure of being present with. i love this guy so much

[@sandraflorencio8212]

Todo muy lindo

[@milootje007]

Love the cut of those jeans! I'm gonna have to keep my eye on that collection!

[@royaltii_]

On point.

[@markquiroz4706]

it's the t-shirt for me 🔥🔥🔥

[@artespinturaanaestrela2607]

Muito lindo

[@locklife4336]

Nobody can do what Ye did for this brand and fashion as a whole.💯

[@SergioMolan]

Tacky

[@MoneyOverFame]

Those damier jeans are so fire.

[@bullybreaker8694]

Anybody know the brand of the pants he’s wearing?

[@reneegardner2286]

how exciting for him 🙂

[@Cloudedmindzfilms]

Awesomeness Attitude ❤

[@EdwardOlive]

Supercool. My client loved the bag (and she works for a record company).

[@loumeen2055]

He’s doing exactly what he told Kanye west to do. Stay humble and hungry.

[@queenv4340]

I love his energy 🔥 he's a legendary fr

[@trugameplaya]

Excited for the new collection Pharrell!

[@Tiki-df4dc]

The jeans are crazy🔥✅

[@user-te9rb9sd8l]

I'm thrilled with the compliments I receive when carrying my eastlisa handbag. It's a true statement piece that never fails to turn heads.

[@drewdownproductions3658]

Bro has came a long way and plus those glasses are too clean 🔥🔥

[@nerdbamarich2063]

Would you happen to know what glasses they are?

[@jaecuervoson]

Word. That’s fire!

[@mhw5736]

He did so well!!!

[@yadayadayehayeha]

his strong relationship with Nigo was awesome , I know Nigo Tee. thats love ❤ two best street fashion guru

[@kingkess7808]

LV still remains my number one fashion trend and Louise Vuitton is the substitute 😮

[@omarlyblanco8587]

Pharrell...es amoooor❤

[@arisumego]

I just hope he keeps making music bro

[@tamdoan4584]

Tôi thích nhãn hiệu này

[@dimiadarnay3586]

Awesome 🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾

[@TheJ2effect]

Peep the Louis Vuitton skateboard deck on the paper behind him 👀

[@jaytrumpwins5739]

LONG LIVE PHARRELL

[@VionaRG]

Great human being❤

[@playboylifestyle5]

That's huge much respect homie

[@LBJTV]

dude hasn't changed since 2004 gotta love that ish

[@keascheepers3106]

LOVE UNCLE P

[@indigon-c186]

I wonder if he can sketch? Sew, drape communicate the preferred construction and what needs amending? Can you guys ask the women and men working behind the machines how they feel about the decision to make him the new CD? How do the hands behind the craft feel?