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Louis Vuitton: History Meets Future Fashion
17 May
Summary
- Designer Ghesquière finds inspiration in historic trunks.
- Louis Vuitton's innovative spirit began with a flat trunk.
- A new collection features a collaboration with Keith Haring.
Inside a discreet Parisian facility, Nicolas Ghesquière, the creative force behind Louis Vuitton, uncovers inspiration from over a century of the brand's history. He describes the archives as holding "secrets" vital to his design process.
The legacy began with Louis Vuitton's revolutionary flat trunk in 1821, transforming travel and establishing luggage as a luxury status symbol. This fusion of function and exquisite craftsmanship remains central to the brand's identity.
Descendants, like Pierre-Louis Vuitton, continue this tradition, ensuring original trunks are made to last lifetimes. The iconic "L-V" monogram, a symbol of luxury, is now globally recognized.
Ghesquière approaches each season like opening a trunk, imagining the stories and memories within. His Petite Malle clutch reimagines the iconic trunk for contemporary use.
This week, a new collection launching in New York will feature an exciting collaboration with the estate of artist Keith Haring, promising unexpected and experimental designs.
