All in all, it looks like luxury parent corps are invested in funding the future of fashion—here's hoping the designers will continue to stay their respective creative courses.Watch out, Kering. LVMH is comin' round the bend on the young designer investment front—or it's rumored to be, anyway. Today, WWD reports that LVMH is believed to be in talks with London-based up-and-comer Jonathan Anderson of J.W.Anderson.

The emerging talent, known for his wares' slick cuts and androgynous appeal, has been on the rise for the past few seasons. Earlier this year, he launched his very first ad campaign, which debuted exclusively here. And who could forget his collaboration with Versace's Versus? No doubt, a little help from LVMH would further elevate his line—and his profile. In related news, there have been whispers the past few months that LVMH is looking to invest in accessories designer Nicholas Kirkwood's growing business, too.

This all comes on the heels of Kering's headline-making move to buy a 51 percent stake in Christopher Kane in January, as well as the company's purchase of shares in Altuzarra just last week. All in all, it looks like luxury parent corps are invested in funding the future of fashion—here's hoping the designers will continue to stay their respective creative courses.
POST: 2024-11-24