Leather and shearling jacket, 44.

From its first women's collection presented in Paris, the brand has stood out for a unique combination of dark romanticism, rigorous tailoring, and military sensibility. Corsetry, layering, fluid silhouettes, and deconstructed details become part of their language, as well as the constant alternation between strength and fragility, masculine and feminine, protection and vulnerability.

The duo is also known for the scenographic attention to their runway shows: artistic performances, installations, and theatrical sets that transform each collection into a narrative. The visual imagination of A.F. Vandevorst has often engaged with art, cinema, and dance, making their shows among the most evocative of Paris Fashion Week.

In 2009, the brand launched the A.F.V. footwear collection, soon acclaimed for its artisanal quality and sculptural approach to design. Concurrently, the maison also developed a menswear line and a wide range of accessories, maintaining a consistent and recognizable identity.

Over the years, A.F. Vandevorst has received numerous awards and accolades, consolidating its reputation as one of the most creative brands in the European avant-garde. However, in 2020, after over twenty years of activity, An and Filip announced the suspension of the brand, while remaining active in artistic projects and collaborations.

Today, A.F. Vandevorst is remembered as one of the most influential brands in Belgian conceptual fashion, known for its emotional imagery, sartorial experimentation, and artistic approach to creation.