Dapper Dan took to Instagram to share a post regarding musicians and their impact on fashion.
Dapper Dan, the iconic fashion designer, recently took to Instagram to share his thoughts on the appointment of Pharrell Williams as the next Creative Director of Menswear at Louis Vuitton. Dan used a powerful quote to describe his thoughts on the announcement via Instagram sharing an image of Rihanna, Kanye West, Pharrell Williams, Beyoncé, & DJ Khaled stating that “Fashion is not a garment, it’s a ship riding the waves of culture. The winds of music are its sails.”
Dan went on to discuss his own journey in the fashion industry, saying that he built his legacy by navigating the vessel of Hip-Hop on its maiden voyage. He described how this vessel has journeyed from the ports of the streets of New York to every continent, highlighting the global reach of hip-hop culture.
Dan also shared a cautionary message about the journey of fashion and culture, reminding his followers that the fleets of fashion are guided by the stars, and that it’s important to never forget where you were launched. He warned that there are pirates seeking to appropriate the cargo of culture, and that it’s essential to be vigilant and protect it.
Dan’s message is a powerful reminder of the importance of staying true to one’s roots and the cultural origins of fashion. It serves as a call to action for those in the industry to be mindful of the impact that their work has on the broader cultural landscape, and to take responsibility for protecting and preserving the cultural heritage that inspires their work.
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