While the House of Louis Vuitton carries a storied history and timeless designs, its collaborations are one of the most coveted and sought after drops from the brand. Louis Vuitton released its latest collaborative collection with Swiss contemporary artist Urs Fischer on January 1st. This collection, aptly named Louis Vuitton x Urs Fischer, introduces a range of products that have been given Urs Fischer’s artistic touch, with a large focus on his new rendition of the LV Monogram. Fischer joins a small group of artists who have refashioned Louis Vuitton’s Monogram since its creation.
Urs Fischer’s Monogram is a new hand-drawn version that he calls a “memory sketch”. Fischer shared: “Given the Louis Vuitton Monogram’s ubiquitous status, I chose to hand-draw it in a really spontaneous way, almost like sketching it from memory.” While his Monogram employs a sort of free flow, the incredibly interesting finish to it is the material used. Each LV Monogram and flower is completed using an impressive effect of tuffetage treatment with a velvet-like material, truly giving the bag tactile visual perspective.
When it comes to the bags, there are two colorways – black and red and black and white – and Fischer’s new Monogram is the collaboration’s key decorative motif. The seven special edition bags included in this collaboration are the Keepall, Cabas, Onthego, two Neverfulls, Speedys, Pochettes Accessoires, and a hard-sided beauty case. There are more items in the collection, from ready-to-wear to shoes and accessories, but the bags are always our focus.
I was able to see a couple of the bags in person, and let me tell you that they are one of my favorite collaborations to date. I find myself favoring the black and white designs, there’s a modern edginess to each bag in this color duo. Of course white bags (these are coated canvas) need to be given more cautious wear as they can pick up other colors or yellow a bit (a few SAs have informed our forum members to store the bags in their dust bags, not boxes). The black and red is equally as alluring, and will be able to be carried more easily as far as wear and tear goes.
The Louis Vuitton LVXUF Speedy Bandoulière 25 is $2,630 while the Louis Vuitton LVXUF Cabas is $3,450. The Speedy 25 is a great, recognizable staple with the added bonus of a long shoulder strap for easy carrying, while the Cabas is a nice alternative to larger totes like the Neverfull or Onthego.
I told myself I didn’t need a new bag, but it seems I may want to break my ban early into 2021, and leave it to Louis Vuitton to do that to me. This collaboration is the next exciting chapter in Louis Vuitton’s longstanding commitment to the arts and gives Urs Fischer a large audience to showcase his works to, from the creative world to fashion lovers alike. The collection is now available in Louis Vuitton stories worldwide.
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HATE this SOOO much. Monograms are not refined as it is, but this is even worse than the usual monogram.
I agree with you. Big “NO” from me. Short life and am sure anyone won’t keep any of those pieces for a long time.
It’s kinda unique idea but looks so cheap and don’t feel sense of luxury at all.
I love it in black and white, but the red is a little too busy for me. Also, I read that LV is raising their prices today? Has anyone else heard this? Thx.
Even the heat stamp is low quality. Talk about quality lol
I was about to say! That heat stamping looks like it belongs on a fake!
I agree. It looks super crappy.
THESE ARE NOT LEATHER. Coated canvas. Please correct.
Yes, changed that text! What I meant was white (canvas or leather) is far more susceptible to showing wear, stains, discoloration than darker colors. The bags are coated canvas with leather trim 🙂
My point was in really underscoring this was that people (clearly) think it’s leather. Prices are high for sure, so for people clamoring to get one of these pieces, only to realize they are canvas, would be such a disappointment.
they are leather, and they are also lined in leather. this is not a canvas line.
Please look at the actual website, with the description. These are again, NOT LEATHER.
they actually really must have changed it. I was told they were leather, but when they came they came in canvas. quite disappointing 🙁 I was excited for the leather
The official description on the LV website states that this is coated canvas, with leather trims (straps, trims).
Thought it had a cool animal print vibe until I saw the close up. They are fuzzy! Hard pass.
LOOOOOVE THIS! ?
ME TOO
These look much better IRL than they do in press photos. Not my taste but they’re definitely fun and a bit edgy.
These are the photos we took of the bags, but I truly think they look great in person – I am half tempted to see if I can grab one myself!
I love the red ones, especially the Speedy and the Neverfull!
I’m not a Louis Vuitton fan, but I really like this collaboration. It’s a cool, fresh, and edgy take on the classics.
I completely agree. I immediately scooped one up and mine was made in Paris. For those poo-pooing the brand, what did it do to you for you to hate so? Yes I agree it may not be for everyone but beauty is in the eye of the beholder and think its quite lovely. There are only a handful left in the US and for those who were lucky enough to scoop theirs up, wear it in good health. I think its fabulous and what we need to start off the year on a good foot.
This is refreshing ? and fun. I like it