5 things to know about Simon Porte Jacquemus: the French fashion designer is an advocate for LGBTQ+ visibility, has a handsome husband, and is loved by Zendaya, Rihanna and Ariana Grande
- Jacquemus kicked off the mini-bag trend with the Instagrammable Le Chiquito and boasts celebrity fans from Beyoncé to Dua Lipa, but what’s his story?
- He grew up in southern France, worked under Rei Kawakubo at Comme des Garçons and debuted at Paris Fashion Week in 2012 – and he’s not afraid to clap back at internet trolls
The fashion industry is a creative playground for young talents everywhere and it can take years for even the most brilliant minds to enter the scene. But these days, social media can give a boost so that creatives can reach wider audiences, faster.
Simon Porte Jacquemus is one of these rising designers who utilises the power of social media and personal branding. His designs have attracted a cult following, including an impressive clientele of Hollywood stars like Dua Lipa, Solange, Beyoncé and Rihanna.
Beyond the talented designer’s passion for fashion, Jacquemus is also making himself known as a vocal advocate for LGBTQ+ visibility through his Instagram.
He recently shared a screenshot of one user’s homophobic comment, which read, “I used to want your bag” with a vomit emoji next to it. The French designer cleverly clapped back and replied, “my bag don’t want you”, adding a note to shut down the troll once and for all: “If you know how many gay[s] are working at Jacquemus. We don’t want you as an homophobic potential clients.”
So, what else do we know about the French self-taught fashion rebel?
His late mother is his eternal inspiration
