The Winner of the Prize Will Be Announced at a Special Event on September 3
The prestigious LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers has unveiled the eight finalists for its 12th edition, following a vibrant semi-final that showcased the talents of twenty emerging designers. The final event is scheduled for September 3, 2025, at the Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris.
The semi-final, held on March 5 and 6, featured a display of diverse and innovative collections by the contestants, spanning womenswear, menswear, and genderless designs. The finalists were chosen by the Prize Experts and public votes and include a diverse group of international designers: Alainpaul by Alain Paul from France, known for its inclusive approach to fashion with womenswear, menswear, and genderless collections; All-In by Benjamin Barron from the United States and Bror August Vestbø from Norway, focusing on womenswear and genderless collections; Francesco Murano by Francesco Murano from Italy, who specializes in womenswear; Soshiotsuki by Soshi Otsuki from Japan, offering exclusively menswear; Steve O Smith by Steve O Smith from the United Kingdom, presenting both womenswear and menswear; Tolu Coker by Tolu Coker, also from the United Kingdom, noted for her womenswear designs; Torishéju by Torishéju Dumi from the United Kingdom, who creates both womenswear and menswear; and Zomer by Danial Aitouganov from the Netherlands, dedicated to womenswear.
Delphine Arnault, a prominent figure in the fashion industry, expressed her admiration for the semi-finalists: “On the occasion of the 12th edition of the LVMH Prize, the collections of the semi-finalists highlighted a rich diversity of backgrounds and creative visions. They each displayed an inspiring level of expertise in tailoring, craftsmanship, as well as great refinement, and I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate them all. I am also very grateful to our committee of Experts for their continued support. I wish all the candidates the best of luck and look forward to seeing them again at the 2025 LVMH Prize final.”
The final event will not only determine the winner of the LVMH Prize but also the recipients of the Karl Lagerfeld Prize and the Savoir-Faire Prize. The latter rewards excellence in craftsmanship, technical innovation, and sustainable practices among the finalists. As the anticipation builds, the fashion industry looks forward to this significant showcase of emerging talent and innovation.
