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Jaden Smith Debuts as Christian Louboutin’s First Men’s Creative Director at Paris Fashion Week
6/26/2026, 12:51:12 PM
Jaden Smith Leads Louboutin Menswear Show
On June 24-25, 2024, Christian Louboutin presented its Menswear 2027 collection at Paris Fashion Week. The runway featured a red foot sculpture and a Stonehenge-inspired installation. Jaden Smith, appointed men’s creative director, showcased his collection, marking the house’s first men’s line.
Background & Context
Jaden Smith was announced as Christian Louboutin’s first men’s creative director in September (sources differ on the year; one cites September 2025). He had collaborated with the brand for years. The press release says he will oversee four men’s collections annually across shoes, leather goods, accessories, and shape the visual identity.
Family Presence & Attire
Will Smith and son Trey wore white tees, black suits and sunglasses. Jada Pinkett Smith wore a black skirt with a gold collar; daughter Willow a black skirt and top; mother-in-law Adrienne Banfield-Norris a gold blouse and black pencil skirt. Jaden appeared in a red outfit with shoulder pads, jeans, cap, jewelry and red face paint.
Official Statements & Responses
Christian Louboutin called Jaden a fit, noting his “rich” world and curiosity. Jaden said his vision merges with Louboutin’s. Will Smith’s Instagram posts expressed pride, calling the collection “insane” and describing a “proud dad moment.” A PEOPLE source said the family’s appearance highlighted their commitment to support others.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Makin' me a proud dad!” — Will Smith, actor, Instagram post, June 25, 2024
- “WOW @c.syresmith this @christianlouboutin collection is insane?,” — Will Smith, actor, Instagram caption, June 25, 2024
- “When I first met Jaden, I saw in him a natural fit for the Maison, his world is rich and multidimensional, his style and cultural sensibility are inspiring, and his curiosity and openness are remarkable,” — Christian Louboutin, founder and creative director, official statement
- “Merging my vision with Christian's comes quite naturally because we see the world in a very similar way,” — Jaden Smith, creative director, press release
Why It Matters
Jaden Smith’s appointment makes Christian Louboutin the first luxury house with a dedicated men’s creative director, indicating a strategic push into menswear under a younger leader. The family’s presence at Paris Fashion Week highlights celebrity influence on fashion and may draw a broader, younger consumer base while shaping the brand’s visual identity.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Sources differ on the timing of Jaden Smith’s appointment as men’s creative director. One source says he was appointed in September without a year, another cites September 2025. No source gives the exact date of the Paris Fashion Week show beyond the family’s Instagram post on June 25, 2024, leaving the collection’s debut schedule unconfirmed.
What’s Next
According to the press release, Jaden Smith will oversee four men’s collections each year for Christian Louboutin, beginning with the Spring/Summer 2027 line presented in Paris. The family’s presence suggests they may attend future runway shows and brand events as the new collections roll out, though no specific dates have been announced.
