One-Winged Angel Soars onto the Louis Vuitton Runway
The iconic Final Fantasy VII soundtrack, "One-Winged Angel," made a surprise appearance at the Louis Vuitton Men's Fall-Winter 2025 Fashion Show, creating an unforgettable fusion of high fashion and video game music.
A Live Orchestra Performance
The show opened with a powerful rendition of "One-Winged Angel," performed live by an orchestra as models showcased the latest Louis Vuitton menswear collection. This unexpected choice, orchestrated by creative director Pharrell Williams, stood out amongst the predominantly pop-focused soundtrack featuring artists like The Weeknd, Playboy Carti, Don Toliver, SEVENTEEN, and BTS' j-hope. While Williams composed or co-wrote the other tracks, the inclusion of Nobuo Uematsu's masterpiece, "One-Winged Angel," remains a captivating mystery – perhaps a testament to Williams' personal appreciation for the iconic score.
The full show is available to view on the official Louis Vuitton YouTube channel.
Square Enix's Delightful Surprise
Square Enix expressed their excitement on the official Final Fantasy VII X (Twitter) account, stating, "We're more than happy to hear music director Pharrell Williams and team have included One-Winged Angel in the Louis Vuitton Men Fall-Winter 2025 Fashion Show!" The tweet included a link to the livestream video.
Final Fantasy VII: A Timeless Classic
Final Fantasy VII, originally released in 1997, holds a cherished place in the hearts of gamers worldwide. The story of Cloud Strife and his companions' battle against Shinra and Sephiroth captivated a generation.
The resurgence of Final Fantasy VII began with a surprise trailer at E3 2015, followed by a gameplay reveal at PlayStation Experience 2015. The Final Fantasy VII Remake project, a multi-part reimagining of the classic, is currently underway, with the third installment in development. The remake features updated graphics, expanded storylines, and engaging combat.
Final Fantasy VII Remake is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, the second installment, is available on PlayStation 5, with a PC release via Steam on January 23rd.
