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Jaden Smith to Lead Christian Louboutin Men's Line
Jaden Smith, son of Will Smith, is now in charge of the men's fashion line for Christian Louboutin.
Louboutin, the founder of the brand known for its red-soled shoes, is passing the lead to Smith.
Smith, who is 27, will design shoes, leather goods, and accessories for the men's collection.
Louboutin hopes Smith will bring a fresh perspective and energy to the brand.
Smith's first collection will debut in January 2026.
Although new to heading a luxury fashion house, Smith has experience in fashion through his own brand.
Jaden Smith named Artistic Director of Christian Louboutin men's collection.
Smith, 27, takes over from founder Christian Louboutin, 62.
Smith will unveil four collections per year including shoes, leather goods and accessories.
Louboutin aims to bring in Smith's 'intelligent voice' from a different generation.
Smith's first collection will debut at Paris Fashion Week in January 2026.
- Who
- Jaden Smith and Christian Louboutin
- What
- Jaden Smith appointed artistic director of Christian Louboutin's men's line
- Where
- N/A
- When
- Announced on Wednesday, with first collection in January 2026
- Why
- To inject visibility and a new generation's perspective into the line
Key facts
- New Role
- Artistic Director of Christian Louboutin Men's Collection
- Announced On
- Wednesday
- Previous Role
- Actor and Rapper
- Age of Jaden Smith
- 27
- Age of Christian Louboutin
- 62
- First Collection Debut
- January 2026
Quotes
Christian Louboutin
Founder of Christian Louboutin
“I am convinced by his creativity, but I am also happy to have an intelligent voice from a different generation at my side”
CNBC TV 18
“What you cannot learn is enthusiasm and taste and passion. All that, he has”
CNBC TV 18
Jaden Smith
Actor and Rapper
“I feel a lot of pressure to be able to live up to everything that Christian has done for the house, and also stepping into such a serious role”
CNBC TV 18
