Henry Levy is the American avant-garde designer behind the luxury fashion house Enfants Riches Déprimés (which translates to “Depressed Rich Kids”). Recently, he has been in the spotlight as the current boyfriend of Demi Lovato. His brand is described as “elitist, nihilist couture,” deliberately shunning the mainstream by creating expensive, limited-edition clothing featuring controversial words and imagery aimed at a select, niche clientele. Despite this exclusive approach, Levy’s designs have attracted a significant, cult-like following among major celebrities like Kanye West, Beyoncé, and Justin Bieber. Levy claims the brand’s themes represent a powerful “revolt against aristocratic social and political norms.”
Rise to Stardom
Henry Levy’s fashion brand, Enfants Riches Déprimés (established in 2012), was conceived during his troubled teenage years while he was in various rehab facilities. The brand concept was fueled by his experiences sleeping in a bunk bed with recovering addicts and observing other wealthy peers who were also in rehab. Levy’s personal angst—directed at his parents, principals, and the rehab system—resonated with the defiant lyrics of punk music, which became a core influence.
After being mentored by artists like Rodney McMillian and Barbara Kruger at a UCLA art program, Levy launched the French punk street-wear line. Drawing on influences from punk rockers, Japanese designers, and historical sources, he deliberately made the products extremely expensive and controversial to “eliminate the masses” and those he didn’t want as customers. This exclusionary strategy has successfully attracted an elite clientele, with many top Hollywood celebrities seen wearing his clothes. His recent surge in public visibility, however, is largely attributed to his relationship with actress and recovering addict Demi Lovato.
Controversies & Scandals
Beyond the high price points and dark themes, Levy and his brand have been embroiled in several scandals. Levy frequently uses concepts of deconstruction in his designs, which has controversially included the Nazi insignia and pornographic images featuring cartoon characters. He has marketed contentious accessories, such as narcotic spoons and a $7,000 cashmere noose. His actions have also drawn personal criticism, including an offensive Facebook post stating, “If I wasn’t Jewish I would kill myself. Because I wouldn’t be rich,” and a public, insulting dispute with the punk band Black Anvil on Instagram in 2016.
Family & Personal Life
Henri Alexander Levy was born on July 14, 1991, in Atlanta, Georgia, to wealthy Jewish parents who made their fortune in the water filtration business. His upbringing was affluent, including attendance at exclusive institutions like Institut Le Rosey in Switzerland (the world’s most expensive boarding school) and Leysin American School. However, he succumbed to drug addiction in high school.
Starting at age 15, he was sent to multiple rehab centers, including Visions Adolescent Treatment, Cirque Lodge, Promises, and the Betty Ford Center in Hazelden, Oregon, where he achieved positive results. He later enrolled in an art program at the University of California, Los Angeles, but ultimately dropped out.
Relationship with Demi Lovato
Levy and singer Demi Lovato were first linked on November 3, 2018, shortly after her release from rehab following her July 2018 drug overdose. They were seen together at a posh sushi restaurant and later at an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting. It was reported that they had met years earlier in rehab and were supporting each other’s sobriety. Despite initial fan concern and reports that Lovato’s mother wanted her to avoid him, they were spotted again in early December 2018. Later that month, they made their relationship official on Instagram by sharing a video of them kissing.
Net worth of Henry Levy
The estimated net worth of Henry Levy is about $2 million.