Demna Gvasalia

Demna Gvasalia has been an influential figure in the fashion industry, holding prominent roles such as the creative director of Gucci since March 2025 and the co-founder of the fashion brand Vetements. His tenure of ten years as the creative director of Balenciaga further emphasizes his significant contributions to the world of high-end fashion. In addition to his leadership roles, Gvasalia was involved in a variety of projects, including designing costumes for the production of "The North Wind" and serving as the creative director for Kanye West's second and third "Donda" album listening events. His first Gucci campaign, "La Famiglia", debuted in early 2026, showcasing his continued innovation in the fashion industry.

Over the course of his career, Gvasalia has received numerous accolades recognizing his unique talent and vision. He received the International Award for Vetements and Balenciaga at the CFDA Fashion Awards in 2017 and the Accessories Designer of the Year award at the Fashion Awards 2018. Additionally, he was the recipient of the Global Women’s Designer award at the CFDA Fashion Awards in 2021. He was honored by his home country when Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili awarded him with the Order of Honor in September 2021 for his contributions to the popularization of Georgia abroad.

Gvasalia has used his platform to champion various causes and raise awareness on important issues. He has notably raised awareness of war crimes against Georgians and supported Ukraine through his role as an ambassador for the United24 fundraising platform.