Louis Vuitton is in an interesting spot right now. Even though the brand has long wanted to put more of an emphasis on its leather goods and deflect a bit of attention from its iconic monogram and Damier canvases, monograms are gaining popularity, and now it has to find a way to both stoke its leather business and capitalize on a conflicting trend in which it already fits perfectly.
On the whole, Vuitton is doing a strong job in finding new ways to use its monogram, and one of those is with new, slightly more subtle versions like the Monogram Eclipse that debuted at the brand’s Fall 2016 men’s show in Paris. The greyscaled version was developed under the oversight of men’s creative director Kim Jones, and it provides a muted, sporty option for those who aren’t into the traditional brown.
The collection also included navy and olive leather, plus some new bag shapes; one of particular note reminds me a lot of a luxury leather version of the canvas messengers Manhattan bike couriers frequently use. You can check out all the show’s accessories below.
[Photos via Vogue Runway]
LOVE!!!
if only the bags were cute TwT I LOVE the new monogram!!!
Soooo hot!
I loved this collection!! Even the ready-to-wear was exquisite! Kim Jones is doing a great job at LV.
I wish they’d introduce dark grey and olives for women. I never liked the iconic monogram – too girly girly. I’d buy a monogram pattern if its VERY subtle. I love the graphite Damier for men and always think “why not use that same pattern for women”. I’d like to see more masculine/sporty styles for women from LV. I’ve often looked at their men’s collection wondering if I could get away with any of it.
Question: if a woman bought any of the bags above, would she look silly? Thoughts? Votes?
No. I’m thinking about buying some of them myself, too! 🙂
There’re a few pieces I think I could buy for myself. I like this color way more than the original brown.
I completely agree with you. I’m not a fan of the LV monogram but it looks much more tasteful in this color. This isn’t just for guys. I could see myself buying this for me.
I really like the grey/black monogram. Might have to get a piece.
Any idea when these bags will be in stores?
I called my local store – Chicago, Michigan Ave – and was told it would be probably August
What’s the bag in nr. 14 called? What is it for?
What is bag #4 called?
I like this pattern, like the dark damier. Not in your face, and the leather won’t be fragile like the regular mono.
Oh my, I LOVE the bag in photo #6!!! I think this is a great idea, I do like the monogram and would definitely buy something in a olive or navy shade!!
I love the black/grey combo! I want to get the Neverfull bag in this color variety. So nice!
Make the speedy in the black damier and I’d buy it in a heartbeat!