Arfaq Hussain
Michael Jackson's Designer and creator of the most expensive perfume in the world, V1
Michael Jackson is synonymous with popular music's most triumphant moments. His achievements serve as testament to his domination of the industry throughout his career. But it seems as though this perfectionist is always trying to surpass himself.
The superstar's list of credits read like no other artist in history, he has broken every record in music entertainment. He doesn't make pop videos: instead he creates short films, pieces of celluloid that serve as images, inspiring generation after generation, growing up listening to his music. The music that Michael Jackson creates has no single appeal: race, colour or creed are of no consequence: his music crosses all boundaries, appeals to all ages.
And therefore, it seems that the collaboration between Michael Jackson and Arfaq Hussain is a natural one.
Arfaq Hussain's designs are quite simply the most advanced and ground-breaking garments ever created. Who better to wear such works of fine art & technical wizardry than the king of pop himself, Michael Jackson.
Michael Jackson Design - Collection
The collaboration that has existed between Arfaq Hussain and Michael Jackson since 1994 has inspired a string of unique designs: the first of these being the 'Fashion or Art' collection.
Comprising thirteen designs, from handmade shoes to spectacular 'Healing hands' crystal glove.
Michael Jackson Design - Crystal
The collection was followed by the worlds first crystal jacket in 1995. 1996 saw the arrival of 'FEII', a short box jacket and 'Alone II', a satin military shirt and in 1997 Michael Jackson received 'AC 7', the worlds most advanced garment, featuring air-conditioning.
Created in a distinctive military style, the Crystal jacket is a captivating combination of Capri Blue with a sash of Light Amethyst.
Specially created stones dramatically recreate the effect of the Aurora Borealis enhanced throughout with glorious pulsating rainbow colours. One arm simply shimmers in a torrent of clear crystal droplets. In excess of 275,000 crystal stones, each cut with eight facets, were utilised in the production of this jacket.
A team of acknowledged experts took a full two months to research and develop the AC-7 project. Countless hours blending state-of-the-art technology and cutting edge design expertise have resulted in a worlds first: the unique micro air-conditioning and purifying system incorporated into the garment. A garment designed and fitted to the cast of one person.
Michael Jackson Design - Thunder
The creation of 'Thunder' marks an unprecedented event in that it is the world's first jacket to be entirely crafted from crystal mesh.
Consisting of 136,000 stones, this ground-breaking crystal mesh garment is totally handmade.
Initially produced as a single sheet, the largest ever undertaken, the panels were then carefully cut and pieced together as if conventional fabric. Amazingly, the 12 panels that make up the jacket feature totally invisible seams.Topaz black crepe silk was chosen for the luxury lining and the finished item enhanced with titanium plates on the breast and along one sleeve of the jacket.
At the personal request of Michael Jackson, black titanium epaulettes were added.