With an affinity for all things denim, 'Next in Fashion' contestant Nigel Xavier without a doubt has an cutting edge eye. Details on the up-and-coming designer.
Spoiler Alert: This article accommodates spoilers for Season 2 of Next in Fashion.
Hosted by fashion designer and stylist Tan France (Queer Eye) and supermodel Gigi Hadid (who replaced clothier and type Alexa Chung), the second one installment of Netflix's pageant collection Next in Fashion sees up-and-coming style designers compete head-to-head for a money prize of $200,000 and a coveted Rent the Runway line release.
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"You'll create the next iconic trends in fashion, all under the watchful eyes of fashion royalty," Tan and Gigi relay. Said royalty includes the likes of Balmain designer Olivier Rousteing and the Donatella Versace.
After whittling down 12 fierce contestants, the Season 2 finale sees Nigel Xavier face off against fellow designers Bao Tranchi and Deontré Hancock.
In the tip, the Atlanta-based fashion designer takes home the win.
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"The world is seeing my vision, and this is really going to change my life," Nigel says following his triumph. "I don't know where it's gonna go, but I know that I have what it take to be next in fashion. I am next in fashion."
Read on for details on the Next in Fashion Season 2 champion, who Netflix's Tudum dubbed "the wizard of denim."
Meet 'Next in Fashion' Season 2 winner Nigel Xavier.
Known for his "patchwork and textile manipulation," Nigel Xavier's recognizable style mimics ’90s and early-2000s type. Over the years, he is accrued esteemed clients from around the song sphere, together with "It's a Vibe" rapper 2 Chainz.
He also appears to the music industry for model inspo, viewing artists like A$AP Rocky, Playboi Carti, and Travis Scott as his muses, consistent with MEAWW.
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As reported by way ofTudum, Nigel — a former highschool football participant — pulls inspiration from “materials, materials, tradition, and nostalgia." Additionally, he finds that “adapting and observing all of the different cultures" makes him a "versatile and open-minded" artist.
Of his many blue-hued creations (we are living for his denim Ugg boots), Nigel prides himself on his oversized patchwork denim pants, which, according to Netflix, "can fit five to six people in them." The exaggerated piece "symbolizes togetherness."
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Nigel Xavier were given candid about how Atlanta influences his clothes designs.
In a feature from luxury style retailer Farfetch, Nigel opened up about his love for the Peach State's capital city.
"I moved to Atlanta in 2010, and I spent most of my time in Summerhill. This city has opened so many doors that I would have never experienced if I didn't live here," he informed the platform. "Also, I've been able to call it home after moving around all my life."
He went on to plug his buddy's circle of relatives's Mexican eating place, Mi Barrio, deeming it one of his favourite native spots. He claimed the eatery "will take you to Mexico as soon as you see it."
During the 'Next in Fashion' finale, Nigel Xavier presents audience with a profound message of belonging.
"Being able to win this whole thing, I just want people to remember that if you don't feel like you belong, just make space, because there's room, you know?" Nigel says, providing tidbits of wisdom.
"I'm just super grateful. I can't wait to show the world what I got next."
For a peek inside of Nigel Xavier's denim-infused vision, watch Season 2 of Next in Fashion, which is lately streaming on Netflix. We also can not wait to peer the Rent the Runway collection he releases following his Next in Fashion win.
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