As one of the first-generation international supermodels, LV Yan’s experiences are often talked about with great interest. In the eyes of her friends, she is a very powerful person. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she provided a lot of help to her neighbors, and became a core of the community. As the manager of COMME MOI, she has spared no effort to create unforgettable fashion shows combined with art and music.
LV Yan started her modeling career in 1999, and soon rose to prominence on the international stage. Collaborating with numerous top domestic and foreign brands as well as master-level figures, she has created many classic works.
In 2013, she founded the brand COMME MOI and serves as its chief manager, reshaping the image of contemporary new women through urban fashion. After her career transition, she has also won many awards successively, such as being listed in the BOF 500 (the 500 most influential people in the global fashion industry) and being shortlisted for the Annual Most Influential Business Women in China (Future List), etc.
In 2015, COMME MOI opened its first flagship store on Donghu Road in Shanghai.
In 2023, COMME MOI held a grand show celebrating its 10th anniversary in Shanghai, joining hands with 22 cross-era supermodels to create a rare and famous scene in the fashion industry, which also marked the brand's entry into a more modern and lightweight new stage. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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