Pharrell & Marc Jacobs on collaboration, personal style and Louis Vuitton | System stories
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What happens when Pharrell Williams invites Marc Jacobs back to Louis Vuitton HQ to swap stories?
On Friday 15 December 2023, in a VIP suite at the LV headquarters in Paris, just north of Pont-Neuf, Pharrell and Marc Jacobs sit down together to reflect on their 20-year friendship.
It’s the first time Marc has been back in the building since 2013, when he left his post as Louis Vuitton’s first Artistic Director.
Watch as the pair swap stories of presenting their respective visions for the house and look back on their relationship, charting their many memories and collaborations leading up to Pharrell’s appointment as Louis Vuitton Men's Creative Director in 2023.
This is Pharrell & Marc Jacobs: In conversation
00:00 Intro
00:35 Pharrell revisits Marc Jacob’s legacy at Louis Vuitton
09:27 Marc Jacobs on the beginning of his time at LV and his vision for the house
11:13 The story of the ‘Millionaire Sunglasses’
15:23 Pharrell and Marc reminisce about their friendship and working together
18:33 Marc on Pharrell’s fashion trajectory, the iconic Purple Birkin, his pioneering style
20:17 Pharrell and Nigo
25:08 Marc and Pharrell on the nature of collaboration
27:32 Pharrell on how he became Creative Director at Louis Vuitton Men's
32:03 Pharrell's style evolution and Marc’s influence
37:04 Marc on his love for fashion and the definition of ‘chic'
41:34 Behind the scenes of the Vuitton shows
45:40 The energy of Tokyo, living in Paris, Henry Taylor
47:40 Collaboration being the way forward, Marc and Pharrell on their love for one another
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Interview by Charlie Porter
Digital Director Fiona Hartley
Produced by Studio 222 Paris
DOPs Lou Respinger, Ambre Fraisse, Jeremie Levy
Sound Marvin Houziaux
Original music composition by Frédéric Sanchez
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painful to watch how Pharrell just praises and gives compliments and doesn't start a conversation on eye level. Marc tries to intervene this stream of blind praise several times, but Pharrell keeps coming back to that. Real conversation happens when both parties put themselves on the same height.
@FlyYoungIntellectualMedia
2 ай бұрын
Man this is an interesting take. i think I get it for sure & agree to an extent. Pharrell spent so much time giving Marc his praise he never allowed the conversation to develop so that we can get the highest level of conversation and definitely direction. Pharrell is so humble its really one of his superpowers but I think there's a certain level of imposter syndrome being exhibited since becoming CD of LV, and all Marc was trying to say was "Hey you worked your way and positioned yourself, that's why I chose to collaborate with you and that's why since then you've continued to elevate."
@blackstationthree
2 ай бұрын
@@FlyYoungIntellectualMedia let me elaborate on this. being humble is indeed a superpower, but it loses it's splendor when it's being repetitive, and to a certain, very fine degree, it even disrespects the value of what the other person is trying to state and make you realise. Marc is a clean professional in public communication but you could almost consider moments where he is stopping Pharrell to say 'wait a minute, this didn't just all happen by coincidence...' as a loss of patience. On a level that Marc would be trying to communicate (you could check other interviews of his) this is a flat conversation.
@FlyYoungIntellectualMedia
2 ай бұрын
@@blackstationthree agreed very good insight and well articulated thank you
@pjae1076
Ай бұрын
🎯🎯🎯🎯this was exhausting seems a bit disingenuous
@FredyWater
Ай бұрын
Pharrell always does that. Not just this interview but theres not a decent intellectual interview or writings from him. He def has creative abilities though.
49 min of consistent glazing
Legendary conversation! These two shifted culture forever and bridged a gap that had a major impact. P along with Nigo, Ye, Murakami etc all paved the way for Virgil to take the torch and thrive the way he did. To see it all come back around full circle with the two that initially sparked the shift is dope to see. Hate it or love it, history is history. Shoutout to Marc for opening the doors like he did.
@abstudio24
3 ай бұрын
yep!
@ib.2995
3 ай бұрын
Yeeep! 🤎🫶🏽✨✨✨
@nicolemartin1782
3 ай бұрын
Mr stylee” / Mr. Observer ! Loving the humility
@ib.2995
3 ай бұрын
@@nicolemartin1782 Pharrell is puuuure(!) Love and respect. 🤎✨
@kismit100
3 ай бұрын
You are obviously American
Amazing, P did the same thing with Tyler that Marc did for him!
@justgrady
3 ай бұрын
That’s how it’s supposed to go .
@cgb25
3 ай бұрын
Paying it forward ❤
@user-xl7gn1wk5s
3 ай бұрын
So amazing that Man who Goes by Sk8bord P❤️
2:12 Pharrell is one of the most humble human beings to grace this earth, the fact he still pinches himself everyday to remind where he is regardless of his insane career is so beautiful
@guy_this
3 ай бұрын
Don’t forget he was on Epsteins list 🤮
@kay6692
2 ай бұрын
So for you if someone says I’m humble he is humble, easy like that
@secondhandfilm
2 ай бұрын
@@kay6692 The whole interview he expresses gratitude, seems to come from genuine place
The asskissing on behalf of Pharrell is cosmic
Marc Jacobs is the reason I got into fashion designing
@alfacesarus624
3 ай бұрын
😊❤
Two GOATS. I hope Pharrell gives Marc a collab or helps him out on his next LV collection 🔥🐐
@bodelaire6395
3 ай бұрын
Two gay goats, trust!
@yeshuarc
3 ай бұрын
weird ass comment@@bodelaire6395
@danielkidane8695
3 ай бұрын
Huh??!!? P is gay?! Do tell, s.v.p@@bodelaire6395
If pharell allowed Marc to come back and do a capsule would be amazing!
@Lee-vb4vh
3 ай бұрын
May I ask what is a capsule? Thanks
@user-dc7ie6up4b
2 ай бұрын
@@Lee-vb4vh a capsule collection is a mini collection, ranging from 7-10 pieces in a line up. often it's a one off.
@Lee-vb4vh
2 ай бұрын
@@user-dc7ie6up4b great thank you for interesting info! Sounds like a trendy pop up line. All the best!
Marc with LV is what got me into fashion
This is one of the most wholesome conversations I’ve seen where two great creatives pay homage to each other in such a very gracious way. Humility & self deprecation by the finest. I’ll be honest, this video made any doubts I or I’m sure others who were not sure “why Pharrell,” disappear. Incredible full circles reminding me at least, it’s about relationships and asking for what we want to those who have openness …
Only five minutes in and I regret to not have gathered a notepad for insightful quotes from Marc. Anticipating filling a page from both of my favorite visionaries/artists.
@therealcolorguy
Ай бұрын
Just restart the video what are you blabbing about lol
I like how Marc is being genuine and organic about the collaboration and how things evolved into what it became eventually.
mannnn these two guys, legends for real. can’t believe i watch this conversation.
If Marc Jacob’s ever collabs again at LV, I hope collect some pieces. ❤
The majority of this is Pharrell talking and praising Marc, and Marc seems a little uncomfortable/bored throughout the conversation. No hate for either of them love both but I want a real convo lol.
@antoniohussey8936
3 ай бұрын
marc is so uncomfortable
@BabelofaTaurus
3 ай бұрын
A lot of Pharrell convos go this way. He super praises people in humility. Not gonna say it’s fake, but I’m glad Marc was calling him out on it, because it just dries up the convo. You’re great, NO IM GREAT BECAUSE OF YOU
@KillasStayFly
3 ай бұрын
@@BabelofaTaurus seems like he's using it to fill space because he can't go deeper in convo, very off-putting.
Inspired by every context about their conversations. NEXT LEVEL beyond happy to have the both of them as my role models
So happy to witness this in my lifetime 💓
This is a EPIC, I’m so grateful this was documented! THANK YOU 🙏 ❤
if Marc was British he would be a Dame, he's fashion Royalty
Marc’s face when pharrell explained his necklace idea LOL
@Lee-vb4vh
3 ай бұрын
I missed it, may I ask what kind of necklace?
@marcfischetti5490
2 ай бұрын
@@Lee-vb4vhpearl necklace
@Lee-vb4vh
2 ай бұрын
@@marcfischetti5490 okay thanks for info. I'll have to watch again. Cheers
This will go down in history books and be reposted endlessly
@User61918
3 ай бұрын
No one will give af he’s a horrible designer
I have listened to Pharrell talking and find him to be articulate and a clever young man. He is actually the opposite to the previous comment. He encourages the people around him, he is honest and hard working. Who isn't nervous meeting somebody who you look up to. How do you think you would cope with all of Pharrell's success, fame and record greats.
Love the humbleness of this two wonderful human beings. Wishing you both many more success and blessings!!!
THANK YALL FOR EVERYTHING
As a fellow Aries, I felt seen and just so radically inspired by you both. From the beginning of your careers you both were visionaries each of its own and i'm happy to have been able to witness the success you deserved in the fashion industry and beyond, artistically. Thank you System Magazine for this amazing interview, can't wait to get my hands on the print version of it. Much love!
@Lee-vb4vh
3 ай бұрын
Pharrell and Marc are also Aries?
@anano57
2 ай бұрын
Yes both @@Lee-vb4vh
That virginia for lovers, Louie jacket is dope bro, great job changing the game...VA STAND UP WE ALWAYS PUSHING THE CULTURE FORWARD!
@shawnbutts2658
3 ай бұрын
@pharrell I need one of them!
@ahancho
3 ай бұрын
got an ID on the shades?
Heart warming conversation, excited for the future
I was observing the watch, thanks for pointing it out❤
You know you are FUCKING RICH when you have $2,000,000 watch and don't even know that the "tourbillon" is in fact a skeletonised but regular balance wheel escapement. Every mechanical watch has a balance wheel.
Thank you for giving Marc Jacobs his flowers, Pharrell!
This was incredible. Thank you.
I’m glad they weren’t afraid to mention Ye and his impact 💯
Amazing conversation leaned so much about Marc’s contribution to LV and the culture in general
love it so much thank you for posting this talk its so meaningful! Pharrell and MARC JACOBS?! my dream is to interview or doing a podcast with both of them. PHARRELL and Marc Jacobs. can you imagine? love love
Pharrell is super humble and adorable ❤
I was observing the watch, thanks for pointing it out
Lovely interview.
Whew, confirmations so so many confirmations! I pray I get the opportunity to speak with Pharrell one day
Wow this may be naive to say but I feel so grateful to be able to see this! My husband P making history. Two legends indeed.
This is way too good of a video to be sitting under 100k views.
crazy that we get an interview like this in video FOR FREE system is the goat
Hi-Power! The power of collaboration...
Great positive vibes between these two genius artists. I’d like to see another brilliant collection by Marc.
It is a great Video Bringing friends and family to create something beautiful for the graceful earth......
So great to hear the appreciation you have for each other (two visionaries) and for Marc to hear how much he has helped so many people :)
this is beautiful
Watched All Fashion Icons from very beginning. I love seeing it come Full Circle with Marc Jacob's. And Pharrell has been there like a secret weapon. Nicely done. Thanks so much for sharing. ✌️💯
Very sweet interview.
The reference for the glasses
This is how brotherhood should be ❤❤❤❤
Marc seems very humble, non arrogant.
This made my day. Can’t thank these legends enough 🙏
I remember going to fashion school and discussing Marc Jacobs in class I fell in love with his vision when he was the director of LV !! I still love him he’s just dope. I love the chemistry between these 2!! It’s magical
@Lee-vb4vh
3 ай бұрын
May I ask what you love about Marc's style? Thanks
@allisondickerson4753
3 ай бұрын
@@Lee-vb4vh well if we’re talking about his collections today I love the monogram pieces the letters remind me graffiti letters which I love ! I also love his bag’s there affordable without breaking your pocket. I also think when he was the Director of LV those were the best pieces in my opinion.
@Lee-vb4vh
3 ай бұрын
@@allisondickerson4753 Thank you Allison for interesting info. I'm unfamiliar with Marc Jacob's style so learning about his brand and his role at LV. Graffiti on bags and clothing sounds great. Continued blessings!
29 mins of just bragging about marc jacob giving him a chance you can even see it in Marc J face "cmon dude get over it" and MJ is saying it no you had it
very nice conversation!
What a fantastic conversation.
Once Pharrel gets over being Annie, it would be nice to hear what the thinks about Art
Good ideas + gratitude + showing love = ________
This was super epic. Really great seeing yo icons talk it out.
Marc so humble hes like look its was organic our vibes matched so we made dope stuff.
Love this 🫶
Amazing candid conversation. So much history uncovered and touching about Nigo, Virgil and Ye’s influence too
this is surreal af
Wow wow otra gran conversación con Marc Jacobs me enamore de el estos días..... gracias 🫂
I is important to me. A recognition of myself body and mind. I’m greatfull to see one person in this video who has influenced me in an amazing direction and get me to pay closer attention.
Love both 🎉
It's the first time to watch Marc..I didn't know that he's softness of move,voice..i hope to know more about him❤
Amazing, P
Legend to legend❤
In response to 2:15, It had happened before... rappers started ghost designing. French people had to open that door and let music artists in so that they could participate in design too. THat had to happen before rap artists could be creative directors.
This had clear potential, but it fell short of being an engaging interview. Rather than a dynamic exchange of ideas, it feels more like one person, Pharrell, dominating the conversation while Marc Jacobs politely and graciously listens/tolerates. There's a distinct lack of back-and-forth dialogue that would have made it more captivating. A missed opportunity for a truly engaging conversation. Definitely wanted to hear a LOT more from Marc Jacobs.
@user-rj7xp7lc8p
2 ай бұрын
Pharrell sure loves the sound of his over embellished, gushingly embarrassing, hyper emotional, pseudo compliments
I remember when MJ was at LV and Murakami bags were all the rage. The whimsical nature of MJ's creative direction and Murakami's illustration genius really opened up the brand and set the stage for LV's subsequent collabs.
@Lee-vb4vh
3 ай бұрын
Did LV collab before Marc ?
"Something happened in fashion" Ofcourse he is talking the copycat era. When good stealing is better than originality. Wallets and feelings gets hurt. People kept to themselves, so paying it forward was in the backburner. Marc Jacobs is an phenomenal person to embrace another person and recognize talent, to make the other person shine. Miraculeusly make you shine in return. Cos it allows you complement your presence without words. I call it in Dutch ; gunfactor or favourable factor. Thats high level thinking !!!
Legendary legends❤❤🏆🏆
Marc still doing fashion metaphors cool❤❤🎉🎉
Wow this was great. &+ Marc deserves all the fucking flowers!!
One of the greatest powers in the world is the power to say "Yes".
The fashion world is becoming more and more friendly...Pharrell Williams is very humble. He is a little prince who respects the king..
Can‘t take pharell serious
Bravo 🎉
Full circle moment !¡!
Oh boy. It’s time to bring in help.
🎉 Many accolades from the DMV! Contonue shine!
OMG, I love you both immensely, I have the most gorgeous vintage square toe MJ ankle boots, I will never ever not love them.😍
I remember louis vuitton s/s 03 like yesterday, saw those 33 colors on that monogram and never looked back!
Que ❤ tan apreciativo..de HAPPY ....😅 Pharrell.
Pharrell is beautiful! glowing, rich and healthy looking
I love the Birkin on the ground, legendary!
@Lee-vb4vh
3 ай бұрын
May I ask what makes it special? Thanks
AAAAAAAAAAAAAA SO EXCITED
Fashion is a true Mentor and inspiration .
DOPE 🔥
Oh my favorite designer 👩🎨The one and only Mark Jacobs love his stuff specially his perfume and handbags 👜 😍😍
Love
This made me think differently about Pharrell as creative director. I think everyone is harsh with him including me. It’s hard to follow up the brilliance of Marc and Virgil.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 10/10 -OY3AH!
Marc is a true great. Next to Ralph
@PRINCERL
3 ай бұрын
Lauren?
Ballin
MJ using teenager flats is wild
@Lee-vb4vh
3 ай бұрын
What are teenager flats ?
But in 40 years I have seen my designs a world of fashion as a world designer label has recognition of world of fashion by Minah Simone which is me. I have seen you and living in my architectural world of designs, automobile world of designs. I have never seen you saying “ Minah simone hope you doing your good in your 4 decade . Finally I have made a design in the fashion of world I have found myself in the world of fashion. Thankyou for being fashionable. Minah simone says Atleast talk about your designs that you have been fashion designer by showing your designs finally some day....which is now.