On the Friday evening of Men’s Fashion Week, Jackson Wang diverted eyes from the shows for an intimate preview of his collection for Pharrell Williams’ Joopiter, an innovative, digital-first luxury auction house. It’s no secret that the global superstar, athlete, and fashion icon has many memorable looks and memorabilia. Titled “Metamorphosis,” the collection pays tribute to Wang’s multifaceted career and style by showcasing significant items from every phase of his life.
As a brand ambassador for Louis Vuitton, Wang has been working with Williams since his appointment at the French house. Evolving from collaborators to close friends, this dynamic duo is a formidable team, making Wang’s curation of a collection for Joopiter almost inevitable.
From an Allstar fencing helmet to a “Team Wang” diamond pendant, the pieces are exceptionally unique and reference a specific chapter of Wang’s life. “The items in the auction include pieces that are authentic and honest to me,” Wang told Vogue. “They are highlights from the most memorable chapter of my life from a professional athlete to an artist and to fashion.”
Other highlights include a microphone from Wang’s Magic Man tour, Panthere De Cartier sunglasses, a fencing glove, and, of course, a selection of custom Louis Vuitton looks.
“Jackson’s journey is nothing short of inspiring,” Williams noted in his foreword for the collection. “Transitioning from a promising sports career to becoming a celebrated recording artist. He embodies the spirit of innovation and reinvention that Joopiter champions. Much like myself, Jackson’s interests span across music, the arts, and design, making him a perfect fit for our community.”
At Shang Palace, which is conveniently William’s favorite restaurant in Paris, Wang gathered an elite group of friends and fashion folk for a decadent dinner party. Glasses of Champagne were flowing throughout the cocktail hour, where guests, including Eric Nam, Pusha T, Rauw Alejandro, Big Matthew, Chitose Abe, Matias Solari, and GQ’s Mobolaji Dawodu could discover select pieces from the collection before a feast of classic Chinese dishes. Placed on each table, the Lazy Susans proved to be the best centerpiece to ensure everyone was enjoying the endless courses of dumplings, beef fillets, deep-fried sea bass, and a chilled mango cream for dessert.
The evening was a moment to honor Wang’s achievements while envisioning the future ahead. Wearing a complete Team Wang outfit from his own brand, it’s evident that Wang shows no signs of slowing down; in fact, he’s just getting started on his next chapter.