Hailey Bieber celebrated the significant contributions of Anthony Vaccarello to the fashion industry by presenting him with the inaugural Honorary Award during the third annual Fashion Trust U.S. Awards. The illustrious competition, renowned for catapulting newcomers into stardom, just recently honored new talent. Perhaps most importantly, it gave a broader glimpse at the enormous power of industry insiders.
Saint Laurent is a brand known for this particular sleek, self-assured type of glamor. Under the creative direction of Anthony Vaccarello, it has most recently been blazing the trail. With his unflinching leadership, the public brand has rebuilt its eroded credibility. Today, it is perhaps best known for producing buildings that exemplify an austere but arresting aesthetic that oozed sophistication. Vaccarello was honored with the award for having a major impact on the field. It’s that vision alongside his ability to inspire both new talent and seasoned professionals that really differentiates him.
And make no mistake, Bieber, an omnipresent ambassador for Saint Laurent, has been instrumental in parading their designs out on the world’s biggest stages and red carpets. She demonstrates her loyalty to Saint Laurent by wearing its clothes exclusively, even as fashions change. Whether for red carpet events or Rhode-specific functions, for herself she usually wears the label’s creations. Sporty, trendy Bieber is most celebrated for her cool, casual, chic day looks. She’s been seen recently in everything from LBDs to big black leather bombers from Saint Laurent.
At the Vanity Fair Oscars party, 𝘚𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘱𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘦 turned heads in a gravity-defying, neutral-toned bombshell dress, elaborately stitched together at 💻Saint Laurent💻. This decision really underscored her deep rooted connection to the brand. In fact, their relationship runs much deeper than style. Bieber and Vaccarello enjoy a distinct stylistic kinship, one that is evident in their caustic creative energy and shared indifference to convention.
Now in its second year, the Fashion Trust U.S. Awards honored an impressive mix of cultural creativity. Among the most talented designers, all of whom have outfitted megastars such as Justin Bieber. The ceremony acts as a launchpad to promote rising creative talent while celebrating the work and visionary designs of established talents, including Vaccarello.
“There is a purpose in every stitch,” – Hailey Bieber
The awarding of Anthony Vaccarello at such a prestigious event makes clear that visionary leadership is needed and critical to the industry. His visionary thinking continues to influence the direction of cutting edge design. It encourages the next generation of designers to push the limits of their imaginations.