2 Designers Transform Each Other’s Work (ft. Valentino's Pierpaolo Piccioli & Thebe Magugu) | Vogue

Pierpaolo Piccioli and Thebe Magugu swap designs and re-design each other's work.
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[@Zedstergal]

This is great but oh boy did Vogue miss a trick not showing the reveal of each look to the other designer!

[@emanuelcarvalho8510]

right???? I was waiting for that moment

[@TraceyOfficial]

I thought the same and then I thought perhaps there reactions weren't exactly complimentary, not sure

[@NinaKiruto]

Yes, absolutely

[@OliveGirl4]

Totally agree. I think that would’ve been the best part!

[@phumelelendimande6085]

YEEEEESSS i was waiting on this

[@tantanjafin]

I wish I saw the reaction of each designer after the reveal

[@lindabertino5987]

me too!

[@juicebox5883]

I was waiting for that!

[@SevenHunnid]

I don’t mean to bother you but I’m Just a young mexican that smokes weed on my KZbin channel,tryna make it out the hood. I also ate McDonalds inside Walmart

[@nolomod]

i don’t think we speak enough about how talented Thebe Magugu is. this was insane.

[@SieMiezekatze]

the Dye Mater nailing the exact shade of pink was incredible, plus the African model confidence and smile while wearing the new outfit

[@readygi]

i agree. really loved his reworked version

[@neila9701]

YOU JUST WOKE AND SAYING IT COS SHE BLACK

[@Ca-yr2rz]

Agree

[@hannahdigitals]

This is such a cool concept, really shows how fashion can be used on a personal level to express yourself. The collaboration on pieces feels like a conversation between two people without words being spoken.

[@BowieTheOctoBear]

So beautifully articulated!

[@beyonduniquecollection]

Exactly 💯

[@jacksoncosta6809]

I love how Thebe actively participates on the actual making of the garment, he sews, cuts the fabric, creates the crown. This is magic and fashion happening together.

[@veteamisa]

the comment i was looking for, the difference of craftmanshift

[@marsupeach]

I was looking for this as well

[@charissemodeste6489]

😑👀😑👀.. here ⚘.

[@adrov849]

I love how Pierpaolo puts the garment on a model first. He really wants to see how it sits and moves.

[@fairdose]

I really hope Vogue continues doing this series. I absolutely love this idea of intercultural dialogue through the clothing and deconstruction and up cycling clothes. Some suggestions for the future: First Nations and other Indigenous designers, India, South America, Arab swapping with European and Western designers

[@Jennifer-tb8db]

Thebe’s piece took my breath away when they revealed it. Wow. Also - I’m not sure why Vogue didn’t show the artists’ reactions, I would have loved to see PPP’s response.

[@mirjanapucarevic2105]

They never do .I don't know why?

[@lindaliriel]

I love how Piccioli added a pink touch to the ensemble, in the same colour as his original gown, to represent the collaboration and union of the two creative minds.

[@NathiM03]

I love Thebe Magugu and as a South African I’m super proud and love the recognition.

[@suzygirl1843]

Well, Europe is running out of ideas so... they lean on Africa once again.

[@shirleycarvajal193]

Yes just like Thebe said, upcycling is totally the future especially considering fabric waste contamination. A lot of small business owners like myself are doing just this, so its great that also big brands and designers are giving it a try.

[@ExtraNope]

Amen, it's a brilliant way to begin cancelling fast fashion.

[@sherrillsturm7240]

Though I agree, the idea of "upcycling" a Valentino couture gown is kinda funny.

[@funkathrusta]

I love that the pieces look like a pair of friends going out for dinner. One more classic and structured and the other more forward-thinking and full of drama, they pair and reflect but are each their own statement.

[@SnothandoMthi]

What Thebe Magugu is doing for African luxury is not spoken about enough! What an incredible concept. Bringing two worlds together. Both looks were absolutely incredible. Designers are truly the magicians of our time because how??? 🤯🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@ExtraNope]

I think designers redesigning each other's previous designs, is a great idea, and a fantastic way to help reduce fast fashion.

[@freetruth123]

Yes, I agree. Not sure that fast fashion will be impacted by this practice. The fast fashion consumer does not purchase garments fashioned by haute couture designers. Maybe I am missing something. Open to other perspectives.

[@MrSincerity88]

He really turned that Valentino pink gown into something fresh and uniquely Thebe!

[@ArtTheSinger]

Yes he did!! I had to take a double look. 😂

[@khutsochoma4672]

Thebe is a visionary! Hands down perfection, always in awe of his craft. Pairing him with PP was a wholesome moment 🤍

[@nocturnath1212]

I love Thebe's thoughts and statements regarding the upcycling and reworking of garments, and Pierpaolo's statements regarding culture, and how the culture of two designers can meet and merge due to this project. Super cool video, would love to see more.

[@CompanionCorbs]

The results were gorgeous and it was great to watch the process on both ends.

[@OliveGirl4]

I wish it showed the reaction of each designer seeing their reworked piece! I think that would have been the cherry on top of a really cool concept!

[@minnierkive]

I’m so proud of Thebe and how far he’s come. He truly is one of South Africa’s shining stars.

[@liyandathomas4064]

Halala!! South Africa's very own🇿🇦 So proud to see Thebe shine on the global stage.

[@beyonduniquecollection]

Yes!!!

[@goldLizzzard]

I love this series so much! One small request: I think it would be amazing to have a side-by-side of the pieces before and after the transformation.

[@matso2459]

The concept of these pieces are just amazing and an honourable mention to the combination of their logos!!

[@melsyoutube]

Two gorgeous looks! I love seeing smaller designers collaborate with huge houses. I’d love to see a whole collection some day!!! I hope these looks make it to the red carpet

[@CelebFunOfficialLazy]

The way he works the way he talks the way he designs is him being him self❤️

[@licorice71]

This is getting me so emotional...such a great idea ...how they all give each other space and respect...and it is also testament to the fact that talent is universal ..opportunity and resources Are not ...we know pierpaolo and his talent is familiar and worth every bit of respect ...and comes with its own challenges...but Thebe you held your own... you presented a look worthy of admiration and consideration in any environment. Bravo Vogue!

[@kazzuhiko123]

When Thebes said he was going to reconstruct the dress, I almost cried. Like how could you do that to a Valentino dress. When I saw the final product, again I almost cried. It was sooooo beautiful 🥹🥹🥹. To be fair though, Pierpaolo also did an amazing job. That cape was stunning!! Such creative minds. I can never

[@PrincessHeathaB]

Boy both these pieces started stunning and the transcended to something equally as beautiful. What a lovely concept.

[@MrStankylegg1234]

This is.. incredible. This highlights the language of fashion. The incredible talent and vision of both. It is funny how Thebe said they would do the opposite when it seems PP made RTW and Thebe brought his own look into couture.

[@jamesmoroeng2110]

Immensely proud of Thebe! Thank you for being so inspiring and for representing South Africa We need people to FEEL!

[@rookieboii]

this series is absolutely amazing. i love the conversation that is created with the two new pieces. at the end of the day, it is the human connection that really sparks inspiration and creativity between the two creative forces at play. more of this please!

[@florie7705]

Icredible how they matched the fuschia pink to the one of the dresses' and I love how they meshed their logos. Also, the fact that the models are African and Italian is amazing.

[@kapilvyas5786]

this is hands down my fave vogue series plssssss more more more

[@goldenrayofcentralsun1111]

I love the cape and the original fuchsia gown. The pleating around the bodice was gorgeous.

[@PhantomTemple]

More of theese PLEASE!!! This is incredible!!!

[@jenniewalker6651]

I want more of this! the works they created are both so stunning and so much love must go into constructing a personal design that you know will get torn apart and reconstructed on the other end.

[@dmacut8134]

This is an incredible idea. Please do a million more of these.

[@papisstyleedits7014]

Two brilliant minds in fashion , this is very beautiful , another series please

[@Joodles280]

This has potential to be a great series. I really hope they do more of these. But the designers should reveal the looks to each other in the future

[@notoriousfierce]

I LOVE THIS SERIES! And both creations turn out to be magnifique! BRAVO!

[@aliciabergman1252]

Beautiful!🥰😍I really loved the endresult of both! I’d say they were improved even❤️

[@cinephile1712]

These were such beautiful pieces to begin with and the transformations were equally beautiful. Loved it 💗

[@kajinashrestha3458]

the both designs turned out so so good with their own touch to it!

[@laurend9337]

by far the best of these collaborations I've seen so far

[@riccardobertagna9388]

Love the series! Thebe killed it, beautiful full look and tailoring ❤️

[@d.w.1986]

So amazing!!! Loved seeing each person's interpretation and upcycling. Gorgeous!!! In love with Thebe Magugu. What an awesome collaboration.

[@oscaralvz4620]

Love it! We need more of thiss Vogue, really amazing

[@phreshlikedat9752]

BOTH RECREATIONS ARE AMAZING!

[@Ancalyna]

I really love watching this, this content feels so fresh & unique, the end products of these remakes was wonderful.

[@RosalindJulen]

This is soooo amazing.More of this please.

[@msnisperos]

Of the content that I come across online, this has to be among the best. It’s rare to see something so intriguing and compelling that really adds to a cultural conversation in a productive way. Congrats Vogue on making this happen!

[@ErnieNabe]

*I would love to see the reaction of each designer to the other piece!*

[@raymondk4682]

Stunning! The fashion speaks for itself by the individuality and creativity.

[@Valeria.de.vil12]

There's something magical when two designers reinterpret connect and try to understand the other pov and bright that into his own. Both creations are gorgeous 💕

[@Gg-lv5bu]

Love this series so much!! Keep it coming pleasee

[@faynuexunqi4042]

I LOVE when you guys do videos likes this

[@SistaRattrayTV]

This was mind blowing 🤯 and I loved every minute of it! 💖

[@arpita8285]

I love this. It should be made into a series.

[@lisacolllins214]

My gosh--both pieces are incredible. That pink though....LOVE!!

[@21Shakuna]

this is great concept. more of this please.

[@jasmineadjei2552]

This was sublime to watch! What an awesome idea. Love love love. Just magical for me.

[@mauretto1987]

I love this series. It perfectly embraces the concept of sustainability in fashion and shows how a garment can be reutilised and reinterpreted by two different people. I agree with others, the reveal to each designer should be shown 😊

[@artieoms]

What a Beautiful expression of creativity and respect. The larger message of both designers being pure to their universe while connecting to each others interpretation is what made it more magical. Beyond 💓!

[@tantanjafin]

Amazing. Great concept. Looking forward to the series

[@melsyoutube]

Please keep doing this series!!!

[@Kimik-oy4pc]

Loved everything Thebe and his team were wearing in intro. Final results of both were lovely. Great project.

[@tiffanybryant5074]

They both are so nice! Love the colors!

[@parsifalmarin2934]

So beautiful, one of my favourites in this series. So emotional.

[@pamjacobs12]

Both designers created amazing looks! ❤️

[@luasvive]

I love this, I hope there is new episodes to come.

[@djmccann4437]

I love these sort of collaborations! Thins was amazing 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾😍

[@yournonfavoriteperson9964]

I was waiting for another episode of this series!!! We need more episodes!!!! This is a very cool idea.

[@feej22]

Both are so elegant😍😍

[@petermaynier2347]

I am so proud to have taught you and you have always had talent and a heart of beauty that shows in all your designs

[@gevorgghazarian8102]

this is so cool. we need more episodes

[@dianamaeponce5847]

Wow! when I saw the transformed designs I just burst with awe and tears. Magnificent!

[@monaytaylor3998]

WOW. I love this. Great job Vogue. Please more content like this! 💞

[@tonyar8545]

Simply brilliant idea to let two designers collaborate ❤️ bravo Vogue 👍

[@micheledevilliers3474]

This is so cool. I love what both have done.

[@vandabiss]

phenomenal collaboration! hope to see more of this soon :))

[@alexgorki]

Great series, Vogue! Love and respect between the artists are so pure!

[@wloww]

More of this please!!!

[@sidviscus]

This is a great concept for a video! I want to see more of these.

[@nataliewagner9840]

I would have loved to see the designer react to the new creations in person. Really enjoy this concept, love seeing the transformation.

[@telaxonu]

Please a lot more of this. I think Vogue is in the right direction of keeping the collaboration between the opposing classical couture and modern contemporary designers. Im hoping next we get more avant garde designer like Iris Van Herpen and Glen Martens, or the de la Renta duo and Jeremy Scott for contemporary or Schiaparelli’s Daniel Roseberry for couture to name a few.

[@effannni]

The transformations were so beautiful

[@pattyblom]

Very cool! Hope there will be more of these kind of videos 😊

[@isabellajane8212]

I loved everything! The before styles are beautiful already but the redo was more fantastic! They are both brilliant!

[@anaisvilleneuve4137]

Sublime concept. Really really sublime. Thank you.

[@kennethsulleza4282]

I was stunned when I saw the two pieces all done. Bravo!

[@markotanasijevic7861]

More of these please!

[@planetmario]

These designer swap videos give ME LIFEEEEE more please!!!!

[@accessdenied3350]

I absolutely love both concepts

[@nokhanyon6288]

Mom!!!! We (SA) made it to Vogue!!! So proud of Thebe. His design gave me goosebumps.

[@Miel.Weaver]

only one thing is missing, original designers react to the transformed worked, but overall this is really cool !!

[@TheLizRee]

So happy to see Thebe Magugu here 😍🤩🔥

[@wckdleo]

such a brilliant series; keep it going!

[@kennymanaladtv]

Fave Vogue series!!! 💖

[@agnescordeiro980]

Two powerful in creativity designers, it's an explosion of creativity! Beautiful and exciting result!

[@mjerome1457]

OMG!! Loved this so much! The creativity was amazing…Transformation😍