Yesterday, Louis Vuitton closed Paris Fashion Week with a proverbial bang, and while the Spring 2020 collections are the start of a new era for fashion, Nicolas Ghesquiere’s Spring 2020 bags also celebrate the past. Louis Vuitton is an accessories first business, so naturally there was no shortage of bags on this runway. The show began with a model clutching a cassette shaped purse, called the Video Tape Clutch, that read ‘A Trunk to the Future’. Symbolizing both the future of fashion as well as the past, this bag was the perfect show opener. What followed was a mix of both new designs as well as futuristic takes on current favorites like the Mini Dauphine bag, the Egg Bag, and the Petite Malle. There were some glimpses of classic Louis Vuitton monogram, though this collection was not as monogram heavy as collections of the past.
The most striking bags in the collection are structured bags with a frame-like shape. Called the Blade Bag, this sleek bag is both classic with its prim shape, and modern at the same time. The bags feature gold hardware, a hanging leather key tag and dual straps. Another notable new bag, called the Vanity Bag, is a reworked version of a house classic, but presented as an everyday fashion-forward city bag. An all-leather, mini Speedy bag appeared as well, offering wearers the option of tiny top handle straps, or a longer chain cross body strap.
Overall, this collection showcased Ghesquiere’s incredible talent. The bags were fresh, and innovative, yet still posses an everyday, wearable vibe. View the collection below and get an exclusive glimpse of the new collection on the brand’s instagram.
My gosh, I find this new collection simply awful. Besides the petite boite, train case and the egg, which have been around, the rest are really bad. Those VHS tapes look like something Moschino would do to much better effect
Designer handbags have gone too far – outrageous prices and ridiculous designs which make them unwearable. My late mother had LV, Gucci and CD bags (which thankfully, I inherited) – with logos – but they were classic in design and were functional and never gaudy. Other than the classic lines (Speedy, Alma, etc.) I think I’ll pass on all of these. I’m now focusing on more understated bags (Acne Studios), or new, affordable designers (Aurora London comes to mind).
Best show ever! I love almost everything here. Amazing amazing talent.
So many beautiful bags! #10 and #12 are amazing, but then I love suede.
This collection looks luxurious and detailed. Can’t wait to see the bags in the boutiques. When will they be arriving?
I love the egg bag and am so happy to see it in a larger version 🙂
Sadly, bank account still safe.
Maybe I’m getting too old for designer bags.
No one’s talking about that gorgeous little Speedy. Looks to be about a 25? Anyone know if it’s made of vachetta?
It’s adorable!
I didn’t even notice it. It got lost in that ugly tacky dress. An all leather speedy isn’t a bad idea but I’d hope the price isn’t something crazy like $10k
You use the term “genius” very lightly..
Nothing amazing here.
A handbag genius is one Who creates that classic silhouette that makes a lasting impact and other designers inevitably produce their version of..
C’mon, really? This collection is dreadful! The VHS tape bag? The original VHS was retired in 2016 and that’s where it should remain. Louis Vuitton should be embarrassed, but are driven by profits vs. common sense.
Nope!
Many (most) of these bags and outfits are so ugly that it is mind boggling.
It says “A Trunk To The Future” not “A Truck”
Not just the bags, the clothes in this collection also are a hot mess. Do people really fork over small fortunes to buy them? This is a cult, where they can do no wrong, I tell you.
Genius? Bag 6 gives me Chanel vibes while bags 21-25 look very Hermes-esque.
Really? I think all the bags are amazing
It’s a shame Marc Jacobs is such a problem child because his bags were actually good. These are just what I’m calling “trendy tacky” let’s just say these bags wont be as wearable as the monogram watercolor is ten years later.
The top handle bag with the strange floral print looks like a copy of the 2019 fall winter coach tote… seriously not feeling it at all.
Love #5 and #13 bags. I’ve always loved handbags made on a “frame”, so ladylike from the 50’s era! My Mom carried them always.
That speedy bag beautiful. Love it.
I steer away from multi colored bags like the red, white and blue egg bag. I feel that it limits my outfit options, but maybe I’m just not very creative.
mhmmm… and when are we going to see the bags of the genius? clearly his dull brothers ones were posted here.
I long for Marc Jacobs and the collabs with Murakami, Sprouse, etc. Since NG has taken the reins, I haven’t spent nearly as much, which is probably a good thing.