FF7's Iconic Soundtrack Soars on 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! Let's delve into this unexpected collaboration.

A Live Orchestra Performance

The show opened with a live orchestra performance of "One-Winged Angel," Sephiroth's dramatic theme. Male models showcased the latest luxury designs as the powerful music filled the runway.

Creative director Pharrell Williams curated the soundtrack. While the rest of the playlist leaned towards pop artists like The Weeknd, Playboy Carti, Don Toliver, SEVENTEEN, and BTS' j-hope, the inclusion of this epic video game track stands out. The livestream description credits Pharrell with composing the other pieces, but "One-Winged Angel," composed by Nobuo Uematsu, remains a testament to either Pharrell's personal taste or a hidden love for Final Fantasy.

The full fashion show livestream is available on the official Louis Vuitton YouTube channel.

Square Enix's Delightful Surprise

Square Enix expressed their delight at the unexpected inclusion, tweeting from the official Final Fantasy VII X account: "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 video.

Final Fantasy VII: A Timeless Classic

Final Fantasy VII, the story of Cloud Strife's fight against Shinra and Sephiroth, remains a beloved title in the franchise. Initially released in 1997, it holds a special place in the hearts of many gamers.

The surprise announcement of the Final Fantasy VII Remake Project at E3 2015, followed by a gameplay trailer at PlayStation Experience 2015, reignited the game's popularity. Now a multi-part project, the remake trilogy is modernizing the classic with updated graphics, expanded storylines, and engaging combat.

Final Fantasy VII Remake is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is available on PlayStation 5, with a PC release on Steam slated for January 23rd.