THE “HENNESSY VERY SPECIAL IN MOTION” COLLABORATION WITH LES TWINS INTRODUCES THE MAISON’S FIRST-EVER FASHION CAPSULE

For the latest Hennessy Very Special limited edition, French urban movement creators Laurent and Larry Bourgeois front a vibrant, street-led platform featuring dance, original music, and an exciting unisex fashion capsule produced with designer Stéphane Ashpool.

Maison Hennessy is pleased to unveil an exciting new facet of the Very Special limited edition in collaboration with Laurent and Larry Bourgeois. For the first time in Hennessy’s history, the urban movement creators known as “Les Twins” have redefined the brand’s artistic collaboration platform, pushing it into visionary new territory.

In addition to innovative Hennessy Very Special by Les Twins carafes — produced for the first time in two technology-led versions — this collaboration also showcases a music video starring Les Twins and their anthemic, original composition, and a collection of elevated streetwear developed with the prizewinning independent fashion designer Stéphane Ashpool, the founder of Pigalle Paris.
“Stéphane Ashpool expresses himself with color and materials the way we do with dance — with lots of energy and flair. Hennessy really let us put it together as we wanted, with great cuts, discreet twists and some pieces that are more ‘Laurent’ or more ‘Larry’ but that will always fit perfectly with every wearer’s style.”

The Hennessy Very Special by Les Twins fashion capsule presents 15 unisex pieces reflecting the performers’ taste and keen eye for luxurious streetwear. Each item, from leather statement pieces to caps and jerseys, was produced using the finest materials and in cooperation with the most reputable ateliers in France, Portugal and the US.

Essentials include the must-have white t-shirt, in 100% Egyptian cotton jersey emblazoned with a modernized iteration of Hennessy’s emblematic bras armé revisited in dual especially for Les Twins, and the Hennessy Very Special three-star signature discreetly placed in back. On a complementary version, in black, the double bras armé appears encircled by the tagline “Hennessy in Motion by Les Twins” in black foil.

The indispensable hoodie, in American 100% cotton fleece, comes in two styles. A black vegetal-dye pullover sports the “Les Twins” bras armé. A lightly distressed zip-up hoodie comes in two versions, in soft grey or caviar black, and is embellished with raised embroidery, the Hennessy bras armé customized for Les Twins, and the artists’ nicknames — ‘Lil Beast’ (Laurent) and ‘Ca Blaze’ (Larry) — in black or white lettering along each sleeve. A subtly distressed oversized t-shirt is printed with Les Twins' nicknames.

Tailored pieces include a not-so classic button-down shirt, revisited for day and night with an oversized cut, twin patch pockets and asymmetrical “high-low” cut that is shorter in back. Like the collection’s t-shirts, the button-down shirt pairs easily with statement-making outerwear.

Special pieces include a sleeveless vest in glossy, supple lambskin with a unique lining printed with the dynamic motion capture motif and colors used in the visuals for this collaboration. Two jackets likewise offer a fresh twist on perennial favorites: A distressed denim jacket in gunmetal gray features the customized Hennessy dual bras armé in contrasting stitching on the back, while a bomber jacket — in dipped lambskin lined with the same motion capture print — fuses streetwear style and a couture sensibility. A classic cargo pant, also in leather, is cut generously through the leg and incorporates savvy design details to allow for a full range of movement.

A selection of accessories rounds out the collection: the timeless cap in gunmetal denim pops with contrasting cognac-colored embroidery, while a trendy bucket hat in black nylon presents a new variation on a street favorite. A unique colorful bandana made of 100% silk reprises the signature print for Hennessy Very Special by Les Twins. A sleek black belt bag in dipped lambskin makes a fashion-forward statement while keeping all the essentials to hand.

Styles are unisex and sizes range from XS to XL for most pieces. Prices for the Hennessy Very Special by Les Twins fashion capsule span both accessible and luxury positionings, ranging from 109 euros to 2,003 euros (recommended retail prices) for some pieces in lambskin.

Available in an extremely limited edition, the Hennessy Very Special by Les Twins fashion capsule will launch on March 9th, 2022, exclusively on HBX.com.

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ABOUT LES TWINS

Identical twins Laurent and Larry Bourgeois, 32, were born and raised in the projects in Sarcelles, outside Paris. Self-taught talents, they made a splash by dancing on the Champs-Elysées to earn pocket money while still in their teens. Drawing inspiration from what was in the air and on the airwaves, they picked up classical moves, incorporated it into their improv repertoire, and lit up dance floors around the French capital. Soon, their renown as creators of urban movement spread well beyond the Parisian underground, and in 2008 they shot to fame as finalists on the TV show Incroyable Talent, the French version of the “Got Talent” franchise. A breakout in the US followed two years later, when a video of their World of Dance performance in San Diego went viral, earning more than 50 million views to date. Tapped to participate in consecutive world tours with Beyoncé (2013, 2014), the duo also swept the World of Dance competition produced by Jennifer Lopez in 2017. Today, their flair for freestyle dancing, acting and producing have garnered international renown, yet Les Twins continue to hone their art as they always have — together, blending street culture and intuition, and inventing new moves with every appearance. 

ABOUT STÉPHANE ASHPOOL

The independent designer Stéphane Ashpool creates fashion at the nexus of music, sports and art. Less a brand than a movement, his Pigalle line speaks to a global audience with street-forward pieces that reflect the trendy, eclectic spirit of the Paris neighborhood for which it is named. Pigalle has been worn by celebrity fans including Rihanna, Drake, and A$AP Rocky.
The son of a professional ballet dancer and a sculptor, Ashpool in 2008 started Pigalle a men’s wear brand; in 2015 he won the prestigious ANDAM Fashion Award. Today, fans from all over the world flock to the 9th arrondissement to take part in an authentic creative community spanning multiple categories. Pigalle fashions range from streetwear to high-end pieces blending unusual fabrics and unexpected colors, produced at Ashpool’s Design & Craft Studio in Paris. These creations are prized by fashion lovers — men and women alike — who appreciate Ashpool’s craft and sense of color, and especially his values of community.

ABOUT HENNESSY VERY SPECIAL

Since its founding, in 1765, the Maison Hennessy has upheld a tradition of supporting avant-garde artists. Today, the Maison celebrates urban culture and contemporary creation through artistic partnerships for the Hennessy Very Special Limited Edition.
Hennessy V.S has a unique style, passed down through generations, that makes it a reference in the art of blending. Demanding in its creation, yet immediately satisfying in its tasting, Hennessy Very Special marks its inimitable style across time. Its audacious personality is the result of carefully selecting only the most expressive and distinctive eaux-de-vie. After several years of maturation in French oak casks, the eaux-de-vie are then blended with the mastery and consistency unique to the Maison Hennessy. Enjoyed neat, on ice, or in cocktails, V.S is a cognac appreciated by tastemakers the world over.