“This is my opportunity to have my fashion show in my way.” That’s the way Usher described the eclectic and eye-popping wardrobe that was created for his European tour, which kicked off at the O2 Arena in London on Saturday. More from WWD Called “Past Present Future,” the entertainer will be sporting a wide range of looks custom designed for him by both established and emerging designers.
That includes Willy Chavarria, Robert Wun, Celine, Marni, Missoni, David Koma, 3.Paradis, Mowalola, Dingyun Zhang, Who Decides War, Ralph Lauren and Burberry. The tour is designed to be a celebration of Usher’s 30-year career — and ninth studio album, “Coming Home” — and follows his Super Bowl halftime performance last year; a sold-out, 100-show Las Vegas residency, and 10-night residency at Paris’ La Seine Musicale.
After the 10 sold-out shows in London , he will set out for Paris, Amsterdam and Berlin for another 10 shows through May 7. The show is broken down into 10 acts and there are seven full costume changes with some additional “mini” changes as well. The looks include a faux fur coat from David Koma , a sequined cape from Willy Chavarria , a feather scarf from Marni and a bedazzled double-breasted suit from Burberry — all of which were chosen specially to tell a story.
“Usher goes runway,” the singer said with a flourish. “For me, every album starts with the fantasy,” Usher continued in an interview from London, where he was rehearsing. “I’m a.
