PFW: Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell return to catwalk

She arrived in Paris for her 44th birthday this week – yet Kate Moss was rolling back the years on Thursday as she returned to the catwalk with a fellow Nineties icon.

British beauty Kate walked beside old model mate Naomi Campbell, 47, at Louis Vuitton’s Fall-Winter 2019 showcase for Paris Fashion Week Men’s, both sporting matching vinyl trench coats and DM boots.

The vintage catwalk stars were on the arm of English fashion designer Kim Jones when he did a victory lap of the Palais Royal on a presentation that marked the 39-year-old’s departure from the fashion house after seven years.

 

Reunited: Her old mate Naomi Campbell joined her for the Louis Vuitton Fall-Winter 2018/2019 runway

Golden girls: Modelling royalty Kate Moss, 44, (left) and Naomi Campbell, 47, (right) walked for the Louis Vuitton Fall-Winter 2019 fashion collection at Paris Fashion Week Men’s on Thursday

During the show, there were screams of delight as Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell both strutted down the catwalk for their final ode to the influential designer.

Despite turning one year older on Tuesday, Kate was looking more youthful than ever with her hair pulled back into an up-do with soft strands framing her youthful face.

Like Naomi, she was dressed in little more than a Louis Vuitton trench coat, worn with ultra-cool Doctor Martens style boots embellished with the distinctive LV stamp.

The world-famous supermodels also proved that their lean and statuescue figures were still catwalk-ready with belts cinching them in at the middle. 

Fond farewell: Designer Kim Jones did a victory lap of the catwalk to celebrate his last ever show 

Fond farewell: Designer Kim Jones did a victory lap of the catwalk to celebrate his last ever show 

Departing: The designer leaves the Paris fashion house after seven years

Fond farewell: Designer Kim Jones waved to the fans while the models clapped

Fond farewell: Designer Kim Jones waved to the fans while the models clapped

Proud: Kim took to Instagram after the show to say that it was an homage to Marc Jacob's early style

Proud: Kim took to Instagram after the show to say that it was an homage to Marc Jacob’s early style

Victory lap: The models proudly wore the distinctive LV stamp all over their clothing

Victory lap: The models proudly wore the distinctive LV stamp all over their clothing

Front row favourites: On the front row, (left) Neymar joined fashion family David, Victoria and Brooklyn Beckham (right)

Front row favourites: On the front row, (left) Neymar joined fashion family David, Victoria and Brooklyn Beckham (right)

Keen eye: David proved that his keen eye for fashion was posed for a good show

Keen eye: David proved that his keen eye for fashion was posed for a good show

Fancy seeing you here! David bumped into fellow footballer Neymar

Fancy seeing you here! David bumped into fellow footballer Neymar

Nice to see you! The men shared an embrace as they linked up at the event

Nice to see you! The men shared an embrace as they linked up at the event

Special guests: The famous family turned out to see English fashion designer Kim Jones' final show, after seven years 

Special guests: The famous family turned out to see English fashion designer Kim Jones’ final show, after seven years 

Thanks: Kim posted a tribute after the show

Thanks: Kim posted a tribute after the show

Naomi, dressed in black beside her blonde compadre in brown, wore her hair long and glossy at her shoulders while she plastered on her unwavering model pout.

Kate and Naomi have both walked for Louis Vuitton on numerous occasions during their high-flying 20-year careers.

In fact, it was the 2011 show – headed up by Marc Jacobs – at which Kate announced her retirement from the catwalk.

Turning out with a cigarette in hand, Kate famously walked down the runway smoking.

Paying homage: After the show, Kim paid tribute to the models, explaining that he wanted to reference Marc Jacobs' work

Paying homage: After the show, Kim paid tribute to the models, explaining that he wanted to reference Marc Jacobs’ work

Supportive: Kate and Naomi are good friends of the English designer, and were seen acting playful backstage on Thursday

Supportive: Kate and Naomi are good friends of the English designer, and were seen acting playful backstage on Thursday

 Laugh out loud: They have not been on the catwalk together for Louis Vuitton since 2001

 Laugh out loud: They have not been on the catwalk together for Louis Vuitton since 2001

Making a comeback: Kate and Naomi shared a laugh with the designer

Making a comeback: Kate and Naomi shared a laugh with the designer

WHO IS KIM JONES? 

Louis Vuitton’s menswear designer, Kim Jones, is leaving after seven years with LVMH’s biggest fashion label, with speculation as to his next move already underway.

Jones’ exit comes amid a recent merry-go-round of artistic directors at the world’s biggest fashion groups, as some seek to breathe new life into brands with star hires or eye-catching new designs.

Louis Vuitton did not give any reasons for Jones’ departure.

‘His ability to set trends is impeccable,’ Louis Vuitton Chairman and CEO Michael Burke said of the British designer, who is credited with boosting the brand by giving its menswear collections a streetwear edge.

‘All of us who have been fortunate to work with Kim wish him continued success in his next venture,’ he added.

Jones helped develop a hit collaboration in 2017 between Vuitton and skatewear brand Supreme on a collection of branded hoodies, bags and other goods. He has already been linked with several other labels. 

Flashback: Kate doesn't look like she's aged a day

In her youth: Naomi modelled a white bikini at the show

They’re back: Kate (left) and Naomi (right) have not shared the Louis Vuitton catwalk since 2001 (pictured)

Her last hurrah: Kate made her final outing for Louis Vuitton in 2011, (pictured) which was the show that marked her retirement from the catwalk

Her last hurrah: Kate made her final outing for Louis Vuitton in 2011, (pictured) which was the show that marked her retirement from the catwalk

Flawless: Kate looked flawless, with barely a line in sight

Pictured: Kate is pictured 17 years ago walking in Louis Vuitton in 2001

Youthful: Kate looked flawless, with barely a line in sight, 17 years after walking in Louis Vuitton in 2001 (right)

Youthful: Naomi similarly seemed to display the same youthful complexion

Flawless: She had the same youthful complexion, from 17 years ago

How does she do it? Naomi similarly seemed to display the same youthful complexion, from 17 years ago (right)

Though it’s their first time walking in the menswear show, Kate and Naomi last walked in a Louis Vuitton show together in 2001.  

After the show, Kim explained his inspirations and thanked the models in an Instagram picture of the icons side-by-side.

He said: ‘Love you so much thank you so much ! @iamnaomicampbell and @katemossagency, this was really a thank you and reference to @themarcjacobs early 2000s Vuitton and the fact that he was the one that gave me the opportunity to be @louisvuitton love you all xxx’  

Fashion's first family: Victoria, David and Brooklyn Beckham were among the A-list guests

Fashion’s first family: Victoria, David and Brooklyn Beckham were among the A-list guests

Super style: Victoria looked sharp in orange trousers and a long coat, similar to that worn by Gwendoline Christie

Special invite: The trio put in a guest appearance for a very memorable show for Louis Vuitton

Special invite: The trio put in a guest appearance for a very memorable show for Louis Vuitton

Cool looks: David and his son Brooklyn proved that they share a natural flair for fashion

Cool looks: David and his son Brooklyn proved that they share a natural flair for fashion

Turning out; Actor James Marsden has been keen to attend all of the shows this week as his son has been modelling

Turning out; Actor James Marsden has been keen to attend all of the shows this week as his son has been modelling

The models were welcomed back to catwalk to showcase the last men’s collection by Kim Jones, where fashion’s first family, The Beckhams as well as footballer Neymar, actress Gwendoline Christie and musician Joe Jonas were all in attendance.

Jones, a graduate of Central St Martins College of Art and Design, is haled for bringing streetwear to French fashion label Louis Vuitton.

His departure was announced by the brand in statement this week saying: ‘It has been a huge privilege to work with Kim. 

‘His ability to set trends is impeccable and his talent and determination have ensured that Louis Vuitton is firmly placed as the leading brand in luxury menswear today.  

Working it: Naomi looked divine in her vinyl trench and DM boots combination

Working it: Naomi looked divine in her vinyl trench and DM boots combination

Hanging out: Fashionable men (from left) Neymar, Kevin Trapp and David Beckham all sat together

Hanging out: Fashionable men (from left) Neymar, Kevin Trapp and David Beckham all sat together

Watchful eye: The brunette was watching with a keen fashion eye, thanks to her own empire

Watchful eye: The brunette was watching with a keen fashion eye, thanks to her own empire

‘All of us who have been fortunate to work with Kim wish him continued success in his next venture,’ said Michael Burke, chairman and chief executive of Louis Vuitton, in a statement. 

Jones was hired in 2011 by Marc Jacobs, who was artistic director at the time. A successor for the brand has not yet been announced. 

Footballer-turned-fashionista David Beckham said of the move: ‘I can’t wait to see what he’s going to do next. But it’s been an amazing journey for him.’

David and his wife Victoria were among the A-listers on the front row for the prestigious event, joined by their 18-year-old son Brooklyn.  

Splashing out: David and Victoria Beckham were seen leaving The Ritz Hotel in Paris on Thursday with their eldest son Brooklyn

Splashing out: David and Victoria Beckham were seen leaving The Ritz Hotel in Paris on Thursday with their eldest son Brooklyn

Individual flair: The fashionista and mum-of-four lead the group out of the £800-per-night establishment

Individual flair: The fashionista and mum-of-four lead the group out of the £800-per-night establishment

Individual flair: The fashionista and mum-of-four lead the group out of the £800-per-night establishment

 Stylish: She looked suave in a pair of flared orange trousers and a long coat

Bold: Between them, they displayed a very bold choice colour palette

Bold: Between them, they displayed a very bold choice colour palette

Earlier that day, the couple – who have a combined estimated worth of £337million – were seen leaving The Ritz Hotel in Paris, where they are staying during the French fashion week.

The couple have been in town for a couple of days but seemed to have splashed out around £800-per-night on the night before of the Louis Vuitton show.

Business mogul Victoria certainly showed independent flair as she led David and Brooklyn out of the 5-star establishment. 

She was dressed in sharp orange trousers and a striped shirt, with a long camel overcoat layered on top. 

Family outing: The parents were taking Brooklyn to the Louis Vuitton show

Family outing: The parents were taking Brooklyn to the Louis Vuitton show

Representing: Brooklyn was proudly wearing a Louis Vuitton Paris shirt

Representing: Brooklyn was proudly wearing a Louis Vuitton Paris shirt

Looking cool: Brooklyn followed the famous couple, looking cool in his boots and shirt

Looking cool: Brooklyn followed the famous couple, looking cool in his boots and shirt

Causing a stir: Fellow guests at the hotel stopped to stare at the fashionable display

Causing a stir: Fellow guests at the hotel stopped to stare at the fashionable display

Though absent for their trip to the French capital, David and Victoria are also parents to Romeo, 15, Cruz, 12, and six-year-old Harper.

Now 18, Brooklyn may live away from home in New York City but noticeably still followed his parents’ fashionable influence in a Louis Vuitton red shirt.

Only the day before, David was seen collecting an outrageous haul from the fashion house’s Supreme collaboration, ahead of Kim Jones’ final menswear show.

David and Victoria are enjoying the ‘City of love’ together and relishing time where they are not engrossed in individual projects.  

Still saving the pennies? David only said this week that he could not afford to be 'extravagant'

Still saving the pennies? David only said this week that he could not afford to be ‘extravagant’

Leaders of the pack: While their youngest children Romeo, Cruz and Harper are absent, the pait spent time with Brooklyn

Leaders of the pack: While their youngest children Romeo, Cruz and Harper are absent, the pait spent time with Brooklyn

Slick: The whole family looked suited and booted for the stylish outing

Slick: The whole family looked suited and booted for the stylish outing

Roll out the red carpet: It certainly seemed like a plush overnight stay

Roll out the red carpet: It certainly seemed like a plush overnight stay

Stepping out: Victoria's bright trousers could be seen for miles around

Stepping out: Victoria’s bright trousers could be seen for miles around

Red carpet comes out: They were on their way to a very star-studded show

Red carpet comes out: They were on their way to a very star-studded show

Dark and distinguished: Brooklyn's hair was much darker than his father's

Dark and distinguished: Brooklyn’s hair was much darker than his father’s

Spotted: They were seen departing the extravagant 5-star establishment

Spotted: They were seen departing the extravagant 5-star establishment

Family resemblance: Brooklyn looked more like his father than his dainty mother

Family resemblance: Brooklyn looked more like his father than his dainty mother

All eyes on them: The family caused quite a commotion outside the hotel

All eyes on them: The family caused quite a commotion outside the hotel

Special guests: They expected the best for their stay in the French capital

Special guests: They expected the best for their stay in the French capital

Time together: David and Victoria have spent the time together in Paris

Time together: David and Victoria have spent the time together in Paris

 



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