
The 4 Best Designer Collaborations for This Year’s End!
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In the world of fashion and lifestyle, the end-of-year celebrations often rhyme with unexpected designer collaborations. And this year is no exception: between a Japanese artist reinventing the aesthetic of Louis Vuitton and Jacquemus venturing into the art of living, designers are showing remarkable boldness and creativity.
I have selected four incredible collaborations that, in addition to inspiring you, could very well contain the perfect gift to spoil your loved ones (or yourself)!
Jacquemus & Trudon
It has been a little while since Jacquemus began expanding into the lifestyle domain (and spoiler alert: soon in beauty), and this collaboration with candle maker Trudon is proof of that. Presented as part of his “Winter Retreat” collection, Jacquemus has chosen a candle with the scent of Abd El Kader, which undoubtedly reminds him of the sweet fragrances of his native Provence, with notes of mint, ginger, clove, lemon, and especially blackcurrant. The 270-gram cream-colored candle is available in a limited edition in stores in Paris, New York, and London.
Alongside the candle, Jacquemus offers a range of entry-priced luxury accessories in his “Winter Retreat” collection, ranging from 10 euros for a box of matches to 110 euros for a hot water bottle.
Lacoste & Maison Château Rouge
No need to introduce Lacoste, a brand everyone knows. Maison Château Rouge, on the other hand, is less known to the general public, but it truly deserves attention. Founded in 2015 by Youssouf Fofana, this brand draws its inspiration from African traditions and takes its name from the iconic Château Rouge neighborhood in Paris (which is also a metro station). Maison Château Rouge offers innovative and colorful streetwear collections: it had all the assets for a successful collaboration with Lacoste.
The joint collection consists of four pairs of sneakers and eight exceptional pieces, including a leather jacket, a t-shirt, a cap, socks, and of course, a polo shirt. The clothing, decidedly streetwear, pays homage to tennis while maintaining the iconic lines of Lacoste, which elevates sport to the level of art. A hyper-creative capsule collection that I highly recommend you discover!
Maison Margiela & Dr Martens
First collaboration between Maison Margiela, -which loves to partner with other houses- and Dr. Martens!
An unexpectedly fitting alliance, but it makes perfect sense when examining the shared punk DNA of both brands.
In a limited edition, this collection offers three iconic shoe models that reinterpret the legendary silhouettes of Dr. Martens: the legendary 1460 Boot, the Tall 1490 Boot, the 1461 Derby, and the Penton Loafer.
A collaboration aimed at reinventing the way to wear Dr. Martens while remaining as rebellious as classic, with quality materials and leather that will last for years!
Louis Vuitton & Takashi Murakami
Indeed, the Japanese artist and the luxury house make a wonderful duo! After their first collaboration in 2002, Takashi Murakami and Louis Vuitton are at it again. Starting January 1, 2025, they will unveil a collection reinventing the iconic bag from the 2000s of the brand. It’s safe to say this is one of the most anticipated designer collaborations of the year!
A key figure in contemporary art, Takashi Murakami captivates with his bold, joyful, and vibrant universe. His creations align perfectly with Louis Vuitton’s heritage, offering pieces that are both spectacular and modern.
And honestly, I can’t wait to wear the iconic Louis Vuitton Y2K bag reimagined by this genius duo!
The end-of-year celebrations are inspiring for major brands, and I hope you enjoyed these designer collaborations!
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