Since its inception in 1947, H&M has defined itself as a go-to brand for many looking to add to or revamp their wardrobes, no matter the time of year. From stylish sneakers to classic blouses that can be worn year-round and everyday wear staples like tops and jeans, the Swedish fashion label has everything one can possibly need and desire when it comes to their specific fashion tastes. H&M caters to this notion by continuously striving to break through the noise and offer styles that anyone can wear during any season.
Over the years, H&M has also become known for its signature collaborations with brands and designers that are otherwise unexpected and arrive as a stunning surprise each time. H&M has notably joined forces with the likes of Moschino, Mugler, Donatella Versace, Balmain’s Creative Director Olivier Rousteing, Stella McCartney and many more to create limited-time-only collections that embody each fashion house’s and designer’s brand ethos
In April of this year, H&M teamed up with Rokh, founded by Korean designer Rokh Hwang and unveiled a curated assortment of styles ranging from an elevated trench coat to a Jacquard set and a flowing maxi dress filled with floral prints.
Now, H&M has continued this brand tradition by coming together with Ev Bravado and Téla D’Amore, a New York-based fashion design duo and founders of the brand Who Decides War. Ev Bravado and Tela D’Amore are notably 2024 LVMH Prize semi-finalists and finalists of the 2023 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund.
Their new collection with H&M, which includes styles such as jackets, skirts, jeans and accessories spotlight the legacy of the legendary 20th century artist Jean-Michel Basquiat and the lasting impact he left on young Black creatives. To embrace this design angle, the line features meticulously crafted prints and appliqués of his artwork delicately designed across each look.
“For us, Basquiat has always been an influential and larger than life figure. To be able to comb through his archives and select rarely referenced artworks is a blessing,” shared Ev Bravado and Téla D’Amore in a statement. “The Basquiat estate has been super supportive of our unique vision. Providing this collection on a worldwide scale with H&M makes it ten times more special because it will be largely accessible.”
“Ev and Téla have quickly become some of the most exciting voices in fashion, and we knew that they would honor Jean-Michel’s vision while adding their own distinct style to his work,” said the Basquiat estate, run by Lisane Basquiat and Jeanine Heriveaux, sisters of Jean-Michel Basquiat. “A central tenet of his legacy is to empower and amplify young black creatives, and through H&M’s global platform, we hope to inspire a new generation of artists to carry on his creative spirit.”
Ev Bravado and Téla D’Amore’s new collaborative collection with H&M is now available to shop on H&M’s official website and in select stores.
