Louis Vuitton’s Nicolas Ghesquière infuses sporty chic with aristocratic high fashion in Paris
Louis Vuitton’s show at the Louvre had models under the gaze of the Great Sphinx of Tanis
The show took place at the Louvre’s newly opened Pavillon de l’Horloge, which was once part of a medieval fortress. Models were followed by the gaze of the Great Sphinx of Tanis a sculpture dating back to 2600BC.
Inspired by 18th-century French aristocratic garments Ghesquière gave Brocade riding jackets, leg-of-mutton tops, and hook-and-eye closure a modern treatment, creating a dynamic yet casual collection with abundant intricate details.
Youthful elements are aplenty in the collection: embroidered jacquard riding jackets were matched with sporty silk boxers in pastel pink or blue, elaborately embellished brocade vests were matched with patent leather trousers with hems rolled up, while skirts adopted a bell shape silhouette with dropped waistline for a more casual look.
An avid science fiction fan, Ghesquière also referenced pop culture influences by featuring Netflix’s Stranger Things on a T-shirt.