Louis Vuitton Fall 2025-26 Bags Shoes “L’Express”. Story by RUNWAY MAGAZINE. Photo Courtesy: Louis Vuitton.
Louis Vuitton’s Fall-Winter 2025-2026 collection pulls into the station like a long-anticipated departure, where time, emotion, and craftsmanship converge. Set against the evocative backdrop of rail travel, this season explores the poetry of movement—capturing the thrill of adventure, the comfort of return, and the silent, unspoken emotions exchanged on the platform.
At the heart of this collection is the House’s most enduring signature: travel. More than just a setting, the station represents Louis Vuitton’s origins—its mastery in luggage making and the evolution of accessories designed to move with elegance. This season, that legacy finds new expression in soft-sided silhouettes, refined details, and an effortless sense of sophistication.
Bags in Motion
A Louis Vuitton bag has always been more than a companion; it is a vessel for experience, a keepsake of every journey taken. This season, the House reinterprets its classic shapes through the lens of transit, introducing L’Express, a new soft-sided bag inspired by the timeless Keepall. Defined by fluid lines and a palette of hushed tones, it embodies the quiet elegance of travel. Supple yet structured, it mirrors the movement of a train gliding along the tracks—purposeful, seamless, and utterly sophisticated.
Other bags in the collection pay homage to the golden age of railway travel, with top-handle trunks reimagined in sleek modern formats. Leather and canvas are softened for ease, while metallic accents nod to the mechanical precision of vintage locomotives. The contrast of fine craftsmanship and functional design reflects the essence of Louis Vuitton: luxury built to move.
Shoes: The Sound of Steps
If train stations set the rhythm of travel, this collection’s shoes echo its movement. Inspired by the speed and industrial beauty of rail transport, the footwear lineup merges structure with agility. Polished leather boots feature metallic trim reminiscent of railcar hardware, while streamlined loafers and pointed-toe heels take cues from the precision of conductor uniforms. The standout? A series of futuristic ankle boots, designed with aerodynamic curves and industrial-inspired fastenings, evoking both efficiency and elegance.
Each pair is crafted with the traveler in mind—built for motion, designed for presence. Whether stepping onto the platform or through the doors of a grand arrival hall, these shoes move with intention, capturing the energy of departure and the certainty of arrival.
The Soundtrack of Travel
Adding a sonic dimension to the collection, Louis Vuitton collaborates with Kraftwerk, the legendary electro group whose influence on contemporary sound remains undeniable. The Trans-Europe Express album cover appears on select garments, weaving music and motion into the collection’s DNA. This fusion of sound and style transforms the runway into a sensory experience, where each step, each glance, each accessory becomes part of an orchestrated journey.
A Final Destination
Louis Vuitton’s Fall-Winter 2025-2026 collection is a testament to travel—not just the places we go, but the emotions that move with us. Through exquisite craftsmanship, refined accessories, and the unmistakable rhythm of movement, the Maison continues to redefine the art of luxury in motion. Whether carried by hand or worn with confidence, these bags and shoes are more than just pieces; they are passports to elegance, stamped with the essence of adventure.
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