LVMH announced the finalists for the 2024 Young Fashion Designers Prize on April 23, 2024, selecting eight emerging designers from a pool of over 2,500 candidates. The finalists, including Aubero, Duran Lantink, Hodakova, Marie Adam-Leenaerdt, Niccolò Pasqualetti, Paolo Carzana, Pauline Dujancourt, and Standing Ground, will present their collections to the jury in September. The LVMH Prize offers a 400,000-euro grant and mentorship to the winner, with additional awards for sustainability and craftsmanship. Past winners include prominent names like Marine Serre and Jacquemus. The final recipient will be chosen by a jury featuring fashion luminaries such as Phoebe Philo and Pharrell Williams at the Louis Vuitton Foundation in Paris.
The 2024 LVMH Prize finalists embody a diverse spectrum of talent and innovation within the fashion industry. Among them stands Aubero, a menswear label founded by California-native Julian Louie in 2022. Louie’s background at esteemed brands like Calvin Klein. Abuero infuses his designs with a blend of modern aesthetics and timeless sophistication.
Duran Lantink, another finalist, hails from the Netherlands and is renowned for his sustainable fashion practices. Having previously been a semi-finalist for the LVMH Prize in 2019, Lantink’s eponymous brand pushes the boundaries of fashion with its focus on upcycling techniques and genderless designs, championing environmental consciousness.
The Swedish brand Hodakova, led by designer Ellen Hodakova Larsson, distinguishes itself through its innovative use of deadstock and upcycled materials in womenswear. Larsson’s emphasis on sustainability and physicality in fashion has earned her praise for her creativity and resourcefulness.
Belgian designer Marie Adam-Leenaerdt explores versatility and sustainability in womenswear through her eponymous brand. With a focus on simply constructed pieces that offer endless styling possibilities, Adam-Leenaerdt showcases her technical skill and commitment to conscious fashion practices.
Standing Ground, founded by Irish designer Michael Stewart, has swiftly garnered recognition for its sophisticated womenswear collections. Stewart, a graduate of the Royal College of Art, debuted his brand at London Fashion Week in 2023, showcasing his knack for creating modern and elegant designs.
French designer Pauline Dujancourt is revolutionizing knitwear with her contemporary approach to traditional craftsmanship. Through her brand, Dujancourt celebrates the art of knitting as a symbol of care and love, offering modern interpretations of classic designs that resonate with everyday women.
Welsh designer Paolo Carzana has earned acclaim for his sustainable practices and innovative design techniques. With a focus on plant-based dyes and recycled materials, Carzana infuses his creations with a sense of environmental responsibility while maintaining a high level of craftsmanship.
Italian designer Niccolò Pasqualetti returns to the LVMH Prize with a passion for genderless fashion inspired by his heritage and the art of image-making. With a background in garment and jewelry design, Pasqualetti brings a unique perspective to his work, blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics.
As these talented designers prepare to present their collections, the fashion world eagerly awaits the announcement of this year’s winners, who are poised to shape the future of the industry with their creativity and vision.
