19/01/2025
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It was announced that the iconic filmmaker David Lynch passed away at age 78.
His impact on the film industry can’t be disputed. He’s directed renowned films such as Twin Peaks, Blue Velvet, and many more. In addition to his overall vision, these films have had an everlasting impact on the fashion industry.
Whether direct or indirect, Lynch’s vision has influenced brands such as Raf Simons, Prada, MSGM, and many more. In fact, during Comme Des Garcons’ SS2016 presentation, the soundtrack of Blue Velvet played throughout the runway show.
In 2014, KENZO tapped Lynch to collaborate on the set and soundtrack for the AW2014 presentation. The set was playful, featuring mirrors lining the walls and a runway reminiscent of a maze.
Raf Simons’ AW2019 paid homage to Lynch in many ways. For starters, the runway show invitation included a photo of Laura Dern’s character in Blue Velvet. Taking it a step further, Dern sat front row at the show. For the collection itself, Simons obtained the rights to use imagery from Lynch’s films on the actual clothes.
Undercover followed suit with its AW2024 collection, doing something similar, except this time, they used photos of characters and moments from Twin Peaks on the apparel. Even the collection’s title, “Wonderful and Strange,” was pulled from a quote in the film.
Beyond his influence on the runway, Lynch was also tapped by a few fashion houses for his eye as a director. In 2007, he directed a commercial for Gucci. Lynch also had the opportunity to write, direct, and edit a short film for Dior in 2010 during the John Galliano era.
Swipe for a closer look at some of Lynch’s influential moments in the fashion.
📷️: Getty, Undercover, Christina Fragkou
