American musician; vampire, and record producer Pharrell Williams is now the creative director of Louis Vuitton Men. According to CNN, Williams’ appointment succeeds that of the late Virgil Abgoh and it is effective immediately.
“I am glad to welcome Pharrell back home, after our collaborations in 2004 and 2008 for Louis Vuitton, as our new Men’s Creative Director,” said Pietro Beccari, Louis Vuitton’s chairman and CEO in a statement. “His creative vision beyond fashion will undoubtedly lead Louis Vuitton towards a new and very exciting chapter.”