This influential designer shook up the course of the fashion world, and in the wake of his unexpected passing, we’ve compiled a list of his best signature pieces to own
Losing a great designer takes a toll on the fashion world, even more so when they’re at the peak of their creative energy. Virgil Abloh had just experienced a couple of spectacular seasons, bringing interesting and innovative designs to his menswear, womenswear and accessories collections.
See more: Rest in Power: Virgil Abloh Dies at 41
His final Louis Vuitton spring/summer 2022 collection was quite possibly his best work, with lots of layering, colour and creative silhouettes. While we wait for those pieces to become available, we look back at his previous releases. These are five essential pieces you should acquire, because when they sell out, they’ll be gone for good.
Louis Vuitton monogram embossed utility jacket
This is a leather jacket done Virgil Abloh’s way—giving a classic piece a modern upgrade. The leather is embossed with the Louis Vuitton monogram as a nod to the designer’s experimental approach to logomania, and his 3D pockets in various sizes feature on the front and back of the jacket. Very visibly him, this is one of his cleanest designs.
