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About the Marc by Marc Jacobs brand
Known for his chic and shocking style, as well as his retro influences, Marc Jacobs is now recognized as one of the most influential designers of his generation.
Perfectionist, innovative and talented, he creates urban, authentic, unconventional and stylish collections.
He joined the Parsons School of Design in 1981; he created his label in 1984 with Robert Duffy: Marc Jacobs International. He can also count on the support of his many supermodel friends, such as Naomi Campbell and Linda Evangelista, who voluntarily walk in his shows.
In 1994, Marc Jacobs organized a spectacular show for his first menswear collection that he described as "a little funk, a little trash and a little chic." He also likes retro themes and the 70’s spirit. He has created worldwide loyal customers.
In 1997, Marc Jacobs was appointed Artistic Director of Louis Vuitton by Bernard Arnault. In 2001, he launched a second line called "Marc by Marc Jacobs" and then a line of perfumes and watches.
Designer
Marc Jacobs was born in 1963 in New York. As a teenager, he decided to go and live on the Upper West Side with his grandmother. She taught him knitting and sewing.
He entered the Parsons School of Design in 1981. His talent was soon noticed by his teachers, and he received several awards including the “student of the year" award in styling.
He created his own brand in 1984 with Robert Duffy and won, at the age of 24, the prestigious award for new talent the CFDA (Council of Fashion Designers of America).
In 1992, he created a collection called "Grunge" for Perry Ellis.
Artistic director of Louis Vuitton collections since 1997, he also runs in parallel his own brands.
Collection
In his fashion show for Marc by Marc Jacobs, the 50’s retro look is in the spotlight. Stripped one-piece swimsuits, high-waisted short and a bustier form a colorful retro pop collection.
For the accessories, the designer was inspired by the same hues: electric oranges, reds, greens and blues. Marc Jacobs continues to build on a strong color palette of yellow, pink and neon blue to wake up his iconic Classic Q line: fluorescent orange to add a punch to his straw bags. The palette has a wide range so for those who prefer the elegance of more somber colors and minimal lines, the designer has thought of them as well. He revisits the key shapes of leather goods with the bucket bag, purse, school bag and Bugatti to the delight of handbag lovers everywhere.