The fashion world recently gathered in Paris for the 12th edition of the LVMH Prize for Young Designers, held on September 3 at the Foundation Louis Vuitton. The event celebrated rising designers who are shaping the future of fashion with fresh ideas and creativity.
This year’s big honors went to:
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Soshiotsuki by designer Soshi Otsuki, winner of the LVMH Prize.
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Steve O Smith, winner of the Karl Lagerfeld Prize.
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Torishéju Dumi, winner of the Savoir-Faire Prize.
The ceremony included a jury of famous creative directors from LVMH’s fashion houses such as Marc Jacobs, Stella McCartney, Jonathan Anderson, Pharrell Williams, and more. Bollywood star Deepika Padukone also joined the event and presented the LVMH Prize.
Each winner received not only prize money but also a one-year mentorship from LVMH experts, helping them grow their labels and reach a global audience.
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Soshi Otsuki (LVMH Prize Winner): Awarded 400,000€ and mentorship. Known for tailored menswear with Japanese heritage influence. He plans to expand into casual pieces and build a larger team.
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Steve O Smith (Karl Lagerfeld Prize Winner): Awarded 200,000€ and mentorship. His detailed couture designs start from sketches and evolve into unique patterns. He aims to expand production and hire more people to meet demand.
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Torishéju Dumi (Savoir-Faire Prize Winner): Awarded 200,000€, mentorship, and 50,000€ in embroidery embellishments from Maison Vermont. Her designs highlight Nigerian-Brazilian roots, focusing on shape, texture, and timeless style.
Additionally, three fashion graduates were also recognized: Louna Clouzel (La Cambre, Brussels), Sophia Sacchetti (Parsons Paris), and Peiwen Mao (Royal Academy of Fine Arts, Antwerp). Each received 10,000€ and will gain experience at major fashion houses like Kenzo, Louis Vuitton, and Dior.
The event proved that while established brands dominate headlines, the future of fashion is being shaped by bold new voices. These winners are expected to bring fresh perspectives to the industry in the years to come.
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