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in 2018 virgil abloh debuted his first runway for louis vuitton in the Jardin du Palais Royal. showcasing the ss19 collection in the centre of paris virgil became the first african-american creative director at a French luxury fashion house. mentor and long time friend kanye west attented the show supporting his prodigy. at the end of the runway the two are seen embracing each other in a historical strong emotional encounter.

FOUNDED IN 1988 BY RICHARD STARK THE HOLLYWOOD BASED BRAND HAS GAINED MASSIVE TRACTION OVER THE LAST YEARS DATING BACK TO THE EARLY 2000'S WHEN BIG NAMES LIKE JAY-Z, LIL WAYNE AND JIM JONES HELPED ESTABLISH CHROME HEARTS AS A CULT BRAND. MOST RECENTLY LUCKI Wore CHROME HEARTS IN HIS "MEET ME THERE" MUSIC VIDEO.

Founded in 1994 as a small skate shop in Manhattan Supreme grew into one of the most successful brands to ever exist. Catering to different subcultures its rebellious ideology and counter culture appeal quickly established Supreme as a true cult brand. Known for numerous collaborations and tons of controversial pieces Supreme is the only streetwear brand of its kind valued over a billion dollars. In 2020 Drake was seen in the SS08 SUPREME x The north face NIGHT SUMMIT for his "when to say when" music video.

Founded by NIGO in 1993 BAPE emerged as a true cult brand in the early 2000's. reaching global popularity amongst world famous Artists BAPE formed a bridge between Japanese fashion and American Pop Culture. the influence of BAPE is undeniably present in modern day culture. In 2022 Nigo released his own Album featuring the song "Heavy" where he made an appearence in the Music Video.

IN 2020 virgil abloh debuted his fall winter 2020/2021 collection for off-white with a custom made arc'teryx dress. the runway was opened by bella hadid featured in the custom made outerwear attire.