Lewis Hamilton’s success, talent and hard work continue to inspire many.
Whether at a fashion event or making his way through the paddock, it is LHFW ( Lewis Hamilton Fashion Week, as it is known) all year round. A seven-time world champion, the British Formula One driver never fails to impress with his authentic style and groundbreaking fashion statements.
Over the years, Sir Lewis Hamilton has established himself as one of history’s greatest Formula One drivers, breaking countless records and holding numerous accolades in the racing world. In addition to his thriving career in Formula One, Lewis has established himself as an influential person and has fused the worlds of sports and fashion.
Take a look at some of Lewis Hamilton’s most memorable moments in fashion :
1) Tommy Hilfiger
In 2018, Hamilton collaborated with Tommy Hilfiger, marking the release of their first collection together. ‘I believe in the power of fashion and innovation to celebrate individuality and break conventions’, said Lewis, now a Global Ambassador of the American Fashion house.
Brought to life through the amalgamation of the style of Tommy Hilfiger and Lewis Hamilton, the collection featured a range from apparel to footwear. Since their first collection in 2018, TOMMYXLEWIS has dropped four collections together.
Tommy Hilfiger is also an official partner of the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One team, which is the team Lewis currently races for. “As Official Apparel Partner of the team, they’re supplying us with brand-new race, travel, factory, office and hospitality clothing to make sure we look super-smart and sharp in 2018.”, said Mercedes.
2) The MET Gala:
On Fashion’s most glamorous night out, Lewis Hamilton is no stranger to the infamous red carpet on the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. With the gala being one of the biggest fashion events of the year, Lewis Hamilton used his power and influence to uplift and recognise black talent at the 2021 MET Gala.
At the 2021 Gala, Lewis bought a table, hosting emerging black designers, Jason Rembert, Kenneth Nicholson and Edvin Thompson. The table’s group also comprised celebrity stylist Law Roach, singer Kehlani, model Alton Mason, athlete Sha’Carri Richardson and fencer Miles Chamley-Watson.
“The goal is, and always will be, to open doors for young Black creatives”, said Lewis in an Instagram post praising Jason Rembert, Kenneth Nicholson and Edvin Thompson, and went on to describe the night as ‘Pure Magic’.
Lewis is also the founder of ‘Mission 44’, an organisation that strives to reimagine the future through empowering young minds and bringing together a more inclusive education system. Advocating for diversity and inclusivity, with a focus on education, employment and empowerment, Mission 44 works toward creating a world that allows young people to grow and flourish no matter their background.
3) Rimowa
When he is travelling all over the globe, you best believe that Lewis Hamilton does it in style. In his most recent collaboration with Rimowa, Lewis Hamilton says, “Home is where I reflect, but it is through travel that I’m truly inspired”. The Rimowa “Never Still” series explores the stories of three stars, “sharing the stories not of where they travel, but why.”
Alongside football player Kylian Mbappé and Singer Rosé, Lewis Hamilton embraces a ‘New Point of View’. The campaign elucidates the three stars’ transformative journeys that embrace travelling as a lens to explore different perspectives and unique points of view ‘as they move around the world, and move the world around them’.
4) Valentino
“Great things happen when we embrace our authentic selves, but even greater things happen when we come together to exchange our visions, values and creativity” – Lewis Hamilton
In June 2022, Lewis announced that he would be joining Valentino Creative Director Pierpaolo Piccioli in celebrating the ‘Valentino Pink PP Collection’. “I always strive to collaborate with like-minded teams who are committed to making the world a better place, regardless of the barriers that stand in our way.”, said Lewis in an Instagram post.
An ambassador of the Italian Fashion house and one of the faces of the campaign alongside Zendaya, Lewis donned a hot pink ensemble in baggy trousers, an oversized jacket and pink sneakers ( All in true Lewis Fashion!).
Lewis also arrived at the Valentino show at Fashion Week decked out in a black monochrome look.
From Formula One to fashion, Lewis Hamilton’s success, talent and hard work continue to inspire many. With his unwavering drive and passion for standing up for the causes he believes in, Hamilton uses his voice and platform to uplift, support and encourage others to create their own journeys and make a difference.
