The iconic "One-Winged Angel" soundtrack from Final Fantasy 7 made a surprising yet thrilling appearance at this year's Louis Vuitton Men’s Fall-Winter Fashion Show. Delve into the details of this unique collaboration between video game culture and high fashion!
The legendary soundtrack "One-Winged Angel," the character theme for Final Fantasy 7’s notorious villain Sephiroth, graced the opening of Louis Vuitton's Men’s Fall-Winter Fashion Show. Performed live by an orchestra, the majestic tune accompanied male models as they showcased luxurious apparel on the runway.
Pharrell Williams, the creative director for the show, curated the soundtrack. While the choice of "One-Winged Angel" might seem unexpected amidst a lineup of more contemporary pop tracks from artists like The Weeknd, Playboy Carti, Don Toliver, SEVENTEEN, and BTS’ j-hope, it's noteworthy that Pharrell contributed to the composition of all other tracks except for this iconic piece, crafted by the renowned Nobuo Uematsu. The selection might reflect Pharrell's personal appreciation for the sound or perhaps a nod to his affinity for the Final Fantasy series.
For those intrigued by the fusion of fashion and video game music, the full livestream is accessible on the official Louis Vuitton YouTube channel.
Square Enix expressed their delight at the unexpected inclusion of "One-Winged Angel" in the fashion show through a post on the official Final Fantasy 7 X (Twitter) account. "We're more than happy to hear music director Pharrell Williams and team have included One-Winged Angel in the Louis Vuitton Men Fall-Winter 2025 Fashion Show!" they exclaimed, also sharing a link to the video.
Final Fantasy 7 stands as one of the most beloved entries in the storied franchise, captivating players with the tale of Cloud Strife and his companions as they battle against the megacorporation Shinra and the once-celebrated SOLDIER, Sephiroth. Launched in 1997, it has left an indelible mark on gamers worldwide.
The game experienced a resurgence nearly two decades later with a surprise announcement at E3 2015, followed by a gameplay reveal at PlayStation Experience 2015. The Final Fantasy 7 Remake Project, envisioned as a trilogy, is currently in development, offering a fresh take on the classic with updated graphics, new content, dynamic combat, and additional storylines.
The first installment, "Final Fantasy 7 Remake," is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC. The sequel, "Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth," is playable on PlayStation 5, with a PC version set to launch on Steam on January 23rd.