Authentic Fashion
ELLE Singapore|June 2021
Givenchy welcomes its seventh chief: Matthew M. Williams, who is only 34 years old. From DJ to stylist and now fashion designer, this self-taught “slashie” is adept in the game of trends. Now that he has gained entry into the legendary house of high fashion, taking over the helm from clare waight keller, everyone is waiting to see what this young American will bring to the storied french brand
Mu Yuan
Authentic Fashion

Fashion designers come and go, yet in June last year when Givenchy appointed 34-year-old American designer Matthew M. Williams as its new creative director, it still managed to cause quite a stir. The sensation is perhaps not surprising, considering how this role in the past was filled by legendary designing geniuses such as Hubert de Givenchy, John Galliano, Alexander McQueen and Riccardo Tisci. Williams represents a new breed, one more in line with the likes of Kim Jones, the current creative director for Dior Homme, and Virgil Abloh, the artistic director for Louis Vuitton Menswear. So what kind of transformation will Givenchy, a high fashion brand well-known for its “Hepburn style of elegance” undergo, especially in a time when fashion has never been more unpredictable?

This story is from the June 2021 edition of ELLE Singapore.

Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 8,500+ magazines and newspapers.

This story is from the June 2021 edition of ELLE Singapore.

Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 8,500+ magazines and newspapers.

MORE STORIES FROM ELLE SINGAPOREView All
The Real You
ELLE Singapore

The Real You

Set in a vibrant virtual universe, Coach's latest campaign tells a story about authenticity.

time-read
3 mins  |
April 2024
Girl Power
ELLE Singapore

Girl Power

K-pop group STAYC embodies a "Teenfresh" appeal that sends an uplifting message of self-love and authenticity. We caught up with the six-girl band right after their concert in Singapore in this ELLE Singapore exclusive.

time-read
4 mins  |
April 2024
To The Château!
ELLE Singapore

To The Château!

Roger Vivier melds classic heritage with contemporary flair for its spring/summer 2024 collection.

time-read
2 mins  |
April 2024
On The Road
ELLE Singapore

On The Road

TISSOT's new PR516 chronograph is a great gift for when your significant other has been a good boy.

time-read
1 min  |
April 2024
Dancing With V-Reality
ELLE Singapore

Dancing With V-Reality

Creative visionary Blanca Li brings together dance, technology and fashion in a one-of-a-kind virtual reality live performance show-CHANEL couture included.

time-read
2 mins  |
April 2024
Destination VUITTON
ELLE Singapore

Destination VUITTON

Louis Vuitton transforms its new Bangkok store into an immersive lifestyle destination and multifaceted luxury experience.

time-read
1 min  |
April 2024
ON THE Scent
ELLE Singapore

ON THE Scent

The nose is a peculiar thing; fickle, peculiar, and hard to please. But when a delightfully enchanting scent radiates through the air, we can't help but follow its lead. Here are some fragrances that have us bewitched.

time-read
1 min  |
April 2024
IN Conversation
ELLE Singapore

IN Conversation

Can poetry and romance thrive in our fast-paced digital age with three-second attention spans? Charmaine Ho finds out through her chat with Van Cleef & Arpels president and CEO Nicolas Bos that they can-and they have.

time-read
4 mins  |
April 2024
To the MOON and BACK
ELLE Singapore

To the MOON and BACK

Omega's new Constellation Meteorite collection delivers piece of the universe into your hands.

time-read
1 min  |
April 2024
Mass Attraction
ELLE Singapore

Mass Attraction

From her trailblazing stint at Chloé to designing for Japanese retailer UNIQLO, Clare Waight Keller shows us why she's still a powerhouse to be reckoned with. Here, she shares with us her design philosophy and the power of inclusivity.

time-read
3 mins  |
April 2024