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Maximilian Davis Pulls Out of LVMH Prize

Davis withdrew from the competition on Thursday. (Courtesy)

Daniel-Yaw Miller

03 March 2022

The London-based designer was shortlisted as one of 20 semi-finalists for this year’s LVMH Prize for Young Designers but has withdrawn from the competition, a spokesperson for the brand confirmed Thursday.

The remaining semi-finalists will present their collections on Mar. 4 and 5 at a showroom in Paris.

LVMH did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Davis showcased his namesake brand’s latest collection at London Fashion Week in February.

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