Not only did Lewis Hamilton bid farewell to Mercedes and jump over to Ferrari in one of the biggest surprises in recent memory, but the most decorated F1 driver of all time is now the ambassador of Dior’s latest capsule, and it couldn’t be more aptly fitted.
Created by mastermind Kim Jones (with guest designer, Hamilton), the collection is a dedicated homage to winter sports such as skiing and snowboarding, those that require the wearer to dip into something a bit more snug as they challenge nature’s frostiest elements.
Reflecting the passions of Hamilton himself, the capsule dares to push the internal boundaries of oneself while saluting the flat of creative fluidity, resulting in a fusion of sports, winter, agility, and fashion.
Against a backdrop of snowy, misty mountain tops (obscure Led Zeppelin reference, come on) in shades of metallic blue, the seven time Formula 1 World Champion stands as the personification of athleticism and design as one.
The entire collection will make you as desperate to get on the ski lift as it will make you want to find your biggest pair of VIP sunglasses, subsequently strolling into your local 5-star restaurant and asking for a secluded table away from the paparazzi. But if you’re not a celebrity, and you’re not a skier or a snowboarder, well, at least you’ll get a small taste of orbiting those two domains.
Hamilton’s daredevil athleticism has made him the most decorated racecar driver of all time, and his zest for sartorial innovation and curiosity continue to dazzle the world around him. Lucky for you, you get to tag along for the ride.
Find the collection at Dior flagship stores. Follow @dior and @LewisHamilton on Instagram.