It's hard to do, but Kylie Jenner stunned the usually unflappable New York Fashion Week crowd with her front row appearance at Prabal Gurung's show this weekend. Channeling Brigitte Bardot hair and wearing a paint-splattered pantsuit by the designer himself, Jenner wasn't there to watch big sister Kendall (who did not walk the runway), but to make a bold fashion statement of her own.
At the Prabal Gurung Spring/Summer 2016 show
Does the 18-year-old have industry aspirations? "I do," she told Marie Claire. "My sister and I are working on a new clothing line, which will launch the beginning of next year."
The new line represents Jenner's latest foray into fashion, following her recently launched website (opens in new tab), which features outfit analysis, makeup tutorials, and plenty of NYFW photos. The two sisters had previously collaborated on labels with Topshop and PacSun, but Jenner told us she's "very excited" about her new venture because unlike their prior collaborations, this new eponymous line gives them unfettered creative freedom.
I think acting would be really, really fun.
Kylie Jenner
Even as she joins the family business, Jenner has bigger goals: "I think acting would be really, really fun," she says.
In that case, she was in good company on Gurung's always-popular front row, which included Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson, Oscar nominee Hailee Steinfeld, Emmy nominee Laverne Cox, and Being Mary Jane star Gabrielle Union.
The front row at Prabal Gurung's show
"This is only my second show this week—I really love Prabal," Jenner told us. And there was much to love about Gurung's show, which featured a series of exquisite, ephemeral dresses inspired by the robes worn by Buddhist monks of Gurung's beloved homeland, Nepal.
In fact, the show opened with dozens of monks gathered on the runway to chant a deeply moving prayer of gratitude to the United States and the fashion industry for supporting the reconstruction and humanitarian efforts led by Gurung's foundation (opens in new tab) after the country's devastating earthquake earlier this year.
"We raised over a million dollars and have started building shelters, hospitals, and schools," Gurung told Marie Claire. "It's a lifelong commitment for me. The fashion industry has given me a platform to talk about Nepal and the people in it were the first ones to come to our aid. This was our way of thanking them."
Follow Marie Claire on Instagram (opens in new tab) for the latest celeb news, pretty pics, funny stuff, and an insider POV.
-
The Rise of Scandinavian BeautyHydrated-focused and conscientious, Scandinavian beauty philosophies are more popular—and timely—than ever.
-
This Luxe Serum Soothed My Rosacea-Prone Skin Instantly
Gucci Westman knows what she's doing.
-
Princess Kate Gave a Masterclass in Business-Casual Dressing in Latest Royal Appearance
As per.
-
Sarah Hyland and Adam Devine Play 'How Well Do You Know Your Co-Star?'
The 'Modern Family' stars reunited for the 'Pitch Perfect' spinoff series.
-
The 78 Best Celebrity Couple Halloween Costumes of All Time
Honestly, we're impressed.
-
Super Rare Photos of Queen Elizabeth as a Young Woman
From childhood snapshots to portraits as a young princess, beautiful and rare photos of the late Queen Elizabeth as a young woman.
-
King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla's Relationship: A Timeline
With the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, Charles has ascended to the throne as king.
-
Who Is Next in Line for the British Throne, Explained
And yes—Harry and Archie are still in the line of succession.
-
Who Is Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's Fiancé Riley Roberts?
AOC's husband-to-be is an "easygoing redhead" who lives with her in D.C.
-
Zendaya Got the Memo in Head-to-Toe Pink at the Valentino Show in Paris
MA'AM
-
68 Times the Kardashians Posed Fully Nude and Owned It
And we mean fully nude—as in, not a shred of clothing.
