HENNESSY X.O X KIM JONES

FEATURE STORY
ARTIST
COLLABORATION
COLLECTION
SNEAKER
SAVOIR-FAIRE
DESIGN
STORIES

FEATURE STORY

HENNESSY X.O X KIM JONES

Embarking on a futuristic odyssey, Kim Jones explores the convergence of man and machine through a bold collaboration that transcends time, bridging the gap between cognac and couture and bringing new life to the legacy of Hennessy X.O.

ARTIST

A MASTER OF HIS TIME

Amongst the most celebrated fashion talents of his generation, Kim Jones has time and time again reinvented some of fashion's most prestigious houses, placing them at forefront of culture. He has become one of the most innovative and sensational designers to date.

TRANSLATING THE PAST TO FORM THE FUTURE

Exploring the convergence of technology and craftsmanship, Kim Jones draws inspiration from the savoir-faire and history of Hennessy X.O and how each generation of artisans has dedicated their time to perfecting their craft.

“I was particularly touched by their history, and the sense of how generations have dedicated their time to making each step of the process better and better.”– Kim Jones.

PUSHING THE BOUNDARIES OF LUXURY

In a daring and bold approach, Kim Jones challenges the status quo, always looking to disrupt and spearhead trends. His capability of pushing boundaries in unconventional ways is what makes him the acclaimed designer he is.

“Looking at what is the brand DNA and then giving a twist to it so that it’s appealing to a new audience is always the challenge for me and something I like to rise to."– Kim Jones.

COLLABORATION

TWO ICONS COLLIDE

Translating the intricacies of couture fashion into the heritage cognac brand, this collaboration ushers a new direction for Hennessy X.O. Through the lens of contemporary design, Kim Jones reinterprets the brand’s 150-year history whilst protecting the complex art form passed down through eight generations of master blenders.

COGNAC MEETS COUTURE

Interweaving the heritage and savoir-faire of Hennessy X.O with the elegance of couture, Kim Jones approaches this bold collection the same way he would making clothes, with the decanter’s iconic shape being the vessel to build upon.

INSPIRED BY TRADITION

“When I saw the paper wrapped bottles in Cognac, I immediately thought of a couture dress, and this is something we do in fashion as a limited, ready-to-wear piece,”– Kim Jones. A tradition that became the inspiration for his collection.

COLLECTION

HENNESSY X.O X KIM JONES

THE X.O MASTERPIECE

Designed exclusively for the Maison, the sculptural Hennessy X.O x Kim Jones Masterpiece is the ultimate expression of this collaboration. Produced using 3D printing technology and finished by hand, the specially developed titanium casing embraces the iconic shape of Hennessy X.O while evoking a couture silhouette reminiscent of a fashion garment.

“When I saw how the vintage Hennessy bottles were wrapped, it spoke volumes to me about how precious each one is and how they were handled.”– Kim Jones.

THE X.O LIMITED EDITION

The collaboration also features a limited edition ‘ready-to-wear’ version of the carafe specially imagined by Kim Jones. The Hennessy X.O bottle, encased in an aluminum second skin, is an elegant representation of fashion, culture, and the excellence of this iconic blend.

“I looked at this the same way as I would approach a collection and making clothing. The decanter being the vessel and building around it.”– Kim Jones.

SNEAKER

HNY LOW BY KIM JONES

True to the codes of Hennessy X.O, Kim Jones reveals a limited-edition HNY low sneaker designed to transcend time.

ON HBX

SAVOIR-FAIRE

CRAFTMANSHIP

ATTENTION TO DETAIL

“I was particularly touched by their history, and the sense of how generations have dedicated their time to making each step of the process better and better.”– Kim Jones.