Charles Jeffrey The Lore of LOVERBOY has just opened at Somerset House. In this landmark exhibition, Charles Jeffrey – one of Somerset House Studios’ original artist residents gives a glimpse into his fashion brand LOVERBOY as well iconic collaborations. On display are some of his earliest works inspired by style icons such as Andy Warhol and Vivienne Westwood, and outfits worn by the famous such as Harry Styles, Charli XCX, Tilda Swinton, Faris Badwan of The Horrors and K-pop star Mino.
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WATCH: An exclusive ‘How to’ from Charles Jeffrey himself, taking inspiration from early 90’s and 00’s TV shows, Charles plays the esoteric guest presenter of the show, taking us on an illuminating quest through the world of LOVERBOY to answer the question: What do you do with that spark of inspiration, that burning desire, that…white…heat? WATCH HERE
The exhibition has been co-curated by Charles Jeffrey LOVERBOY, Jonathan Faiers, Bunny Kinney and Somerset House. The exhibition designer is David Curtis-Ring.
Charles Jeffrey – The Lore of LOVERBOY, 8th June – 1st September 2024, Somerset House
Tickets for the exhibition will operate a ‘pay what you can’ scheme to ensure accessibility.
About the artist
LOVERBOY is a creative force springing forth from the mind of Scottish Creative Director and Designer, Charles Jeffrey. Based in London – in the catacombs of historic Somerset House, to be exact – LOVERBOY continues to build on its stellar start in the fashion industry, taking on new challenges and reaching new customers year on year. From humble beginnings in Charles’s East London bedroom, LOVERBOY is now an international fashion powerhouse, carried in over 90 stores across the world, and employing a team of ten full-time staff. Drawn to the inherent magic in queerness, Charles and his collaborators create fashion dreamscapes, adding new layers to the brand’s story with each passing season. Together they weave the folkloric thread of Scottish history into the rich tapestry of London’s queer nightlife and music scenes.
A radical sensibility informs all LOVERBOY’s output, and the brand is proudly committed to making clothes that can be worn by anyone, in any conceivable way. With LOVERBOY entering its tenth year, Charles and his team of fashion visionaries are taking this approach to new heights, drawing inspiration from art, music and unconventional sources of queer joy. Renewed connection to nature, the body and notions of queer wellness are all key creative stimuli in LOVERBOY’s current future-facing phase. The brand will also continue to renew its focus on collaboration through partnerships with artists in residence who act as contributors to the design process. @charlesjeffreyloverboy
