Travel to Louis Vuitton’s new collection at Paris Fashion Week, where style intertwines with the spirit of exploration
Where will you travel next? Nicolas Ghesquière’s Louis Vuitton Spring/Summer 2024 presentation at Paris Fashion Week was a departure from the brisk breeze that permeates the atmosphere of the city, going through the voyage in the spirit of travel. Ghesquière’s vision led him to reimagine the Champs-Elysées, resulting in a show that defied airy convention.
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Travel symbolism was prevalent, with the building’s scaffolding cleverly resembling a Louis Vuitton steamer trunk. Ghesquière, with his own fascination for travel, emphasized the brand’s commitment to function and mobility.
The central theme of the collection was air—its lightness, its unpredictability, and its power to shape the very essence of style. The vintage aura enveloped the majority of the looks, with soft, muted shades seamlessly coexisting with extravagance, and shoulders that exuded the confidence of a seasoned traveler. This theme permeated every aspect of the voyage that Ghesquière took us on.
Throughout the collection, the motif of air shaping the very essence of style was unmistakable. Jackets sported buoyant hems, reminiscent of floating clouds. Relaxed leather bombers and hip-hugging skirts, their lines askew and daring, shattered the conventional balance of fashion, echoing the whimsical sway of a balloon caught in the capricious breeze.
Blouses featured sleeves inspired by parachutes, descending gracefully like gentle breezes, while skirts flowed with the fluidity and grace of a summer zephyr. Layered prints intersected and mingled, evoking a sense of convergence, like travelers meeting at a bustling crossroads.
The theme of wanderlust pervaded every detail. Accessories played a pivotal role in conveying the theme of travel. They were like souvenirs from distant lands, reminders of adventures past and dreams of journeys yet to come. Leather camera bags swung with the ease of gondolas suspended from the hands of select models. They carried chic satchels that resembled passports, symbolizing the power of fashion to transport us to new destinations, including new interpretations of the Papillon and the Soft Trunks.
Footwear, on the other hand, took on multifarious guises—from shoes with intricate leather artistry to audacious peep-toe pumps that opened literally just the toe, mirroring the delightful unpredictability of a balloon’s journey through the boundless skies.
The runway unfurled like the interior of a magical balloon, setting the scene for Ghesquière’s creativity. His creations were an ode to weightlessness, with flowing skirts resembling the wisps of clouds, gracefully partnered by airy bomber jackets and satin blouses that billowed like silk in the breeze. Bold silhouettes emerged, such as off-the-shoulder corset tops paired with high-waisted trousers, illustrating Louis Vuitton’s craftsmanship.
Louis Vuitton’s Spring/Summer 2024 unveiling transformed into an interesting voyage, an homage to wanderlust, and an artistic triumph that echoed the siren song of exploration. It invites us to embark—literally—on the river of creativity, setting sail on the ocean of imagination. It reminded us that fashion is a passport to a world of endless possibilities, a world where the spirit of travel is alive in every stitch and every design.
Photos: LOUIS VUITTON
