LaQuan Smith
FOUNDER AND CREATIVE DIRECTOR, LAQUAN SMITH
WHAT’S ONE BOOK, WORK OF ART, ALBUM, OR FILM THAT GOT YOU THROUGH AN IMPORTANT MOMENT IN YOUR LIFE?
The book Clarity & Connection by Yung Pueblo has helped me grow tremendously.
WHAT IS YOUR CALLING CARD?
The LaQuan Smith woman is not afraid to be the center of attention. When you wear one of my designs, you know that the whole room will be drawn to you, and that is the goal. My calling card is one of exuberant and unabashed glamour and sensuality.
““When you wear one of my designs, you know that the whole room will be drawn to you, and that is the goal.””
WHO DO YOU CALL THE MOST?
My grandmother, who is my rock and such a big inspiration in my life, and my business partner Jacqui [Jacqueline Cooper].
WHAT DO YOU THINK IS YOUR BIGGEST CONTRIBUTION TO CULTURE?
The LaQuan Smith brand has always been about building community. From the beginning, we were dressing artists on the rap and R&B scene before they blew up. Our connection to the music industry is important to us because it allows us to be a bigger part of cultural conversations. If you have ever been to our shows, or to one of our epic after-parties, you know the music is going to be amazing, that you will be with an interesting mix of people, and that you will have a great time. Recently, Babyface performed at our Fall/Winter 2024 show. It was such an iconic moment. Everyone, from my mom to the VIPs to the press, was vibing.
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