Every time during Paris Fashion Week, Louis Vuitton's big show always sparks a wave of hot topics, from the design itself to the lineup and set-up inside and outside the runway, no one wants to miss Louis Vuitton's "travel invitation".
At 21:30 Beijing time on March 6, 2023, Louis Vuitton's Fall/Winter 2023 Women's Show officially opened in Paris.
Nicolas Ghesquière, artistic director of the brand's womenswear, presents Louis Vuitton's Fall/Winter 2023 womenswear collection at the Musée d'Orsay in Paris. This is Nicolas Ghesquière's 10th year as artistic director of womenswear. This coincides with the brand show held in the "most beautiful museum in Europe", where a multi-dimensional sensory journey begins.
Fall/Winter 2023 returns to the Musée d'Orsay's dome, where artist Philippe Parreno and art director James Chinlund once again work together to create a runway set that brings Nicolas Becker's sound concept to life, reinforcing the mystery of the art style and composing an ode to French fashion.
The recognizable Parisian streetscape was restored to the show, and you can even hear the sounds of everyday Parisian streets, such as the sound of high heels stepping on the floor, car horns and dogs barking. Nicolas Ghesquière's Parisian and French flair can be seen in these details.
What is French style? The question itself is puzzling, but it contains endless charm. Perhaps, it is a fashion that is difficult to characterize, above the basis of bold and traditional contradictions.
An evolving fashion that is like a manuscript that brings together the diversity of ideas around the world, in which haute couture is infused with an astonishing blend of cultures that give rise to a unique French style. This indescribable charm has captivated the world to this day, and its paradoxical beauty lies in its elegant and stylish comfort.
Also looking for answers with us on this journey are Louis Vuitton brand spokespersons Liu Yifei, Zhou Dongyu, and "our friend" Gu Ailing.
Looking back 10 years back to Nicolas Ghesquière's tenure, he has gradually branded his and Louis Vuitton womenswear with his shoulder line jackets, straight-leg pants and A-line miniskirts. So this season's runway, these classic "LV LOOK" are still the workhorses that cannot be ignored.
On this season's Louis Vuitton runway, French charm presents a trompe l'oeil effect, and the French style exudes a casual atmosphere.
And the "symbol game" in the pattern has always been Nicolas Ghesquière's particular tactic. In the new series, the oversized lapels, like unfinished clothes front films, a little bit of banter bring a touch of relaxed atmosphere to the whole show. Fashion really doesn't have to be "carried around" all the time.
The dress design in the form of an evening dress reflects Nicolas Ghesquière's own obsession with delicate artistic tailoring and exquisite craftsmanship rather than a sleek androgynous look. Extremely thin suspenders, slightly pop-inspired beads, and elements of beads and filigree fabrics show another side of feminine chic beauty.
In terms of details, the red, white and blue V logo is widely used in this season's gloves, hems and bags, and Nicolas Ghesquière continues the brand's classic luggage logo born in the 1900s.
Also used are Louis Vuitton's flagship store on Place Vendôme, as well as the traditional white street signs on a blue background that represent the Parisian landscape, all of which have been made into handbags of different sizes this season, which are both interesting and very personal.
French flair and the heritage of the Louis Vuitton brand DNA are the "perfect answer" given by Nicolas Ghesquière, artistic director of womenswear, in her Fall/Winter 2023 collection.
The playfulness of bags is also carried over to the design of shoes. The bulky pillar heel and toe cap seem to clash in appearance, but in fact highlight the creative play of modernity and tradition.
As for the models who appear in cool glowing glasses, you must feel the endless imagination of Nicolas Ghesquière. As a well-known "future warrior" in the fashion industry, Nicolas has always been able to integrate his imagination of the future world into the creation of fashion art.
After watching the show, let's go back to the question at the beginning - what is French style? Nicolas Ghesquière's answer is that every season we try to answer that question, but the French style belongs to everyone. During the 10 years of collaboration with Louis Vuitton, Nicolas herself has also been on a journey of self-discovery, finding that the artistic concept and the brand spirit can complement each other.
Nicolas Ghesquière greeted after the show
The process of exploring art and self always requires bold breakthroughs and ideas, which is undoubtedly in line with the spirit of Louis Vuitton. Since its founding in 1854, Louis Vuitton has continuously pursued the quality of ingenuity, bringing creativity to fashion, bringing unique design to the world, and thus creating a true "art of travel".
The courageous spirit of travel has permeated Louis Vuitton's unique history. The brand is like a giant ship that travels through time, guided by exquisite craftsmanship, excellent craftsmanship, bold exploration and artistic ideas.
When Louis Vuitton's "light of the future" shines on this season's runway, it may also trigger a new round of discussion about French style. So, what does the French style look like in your mind?
Source: Oriental IC, officially provided by Louis Vuitton, part from Weibo