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Louis Vuitton is pleased to announce the launch of its first-ever rugby ball, the result of a close collaboration between the House’s artisans and the legendary former fly-half. The rugby ball will be released exclusively in Japan – where Dan Carter now plays rugby – in a limited edition of 112, the same number of appearances he made for New Zealand between 2003 and 2015.

The rugby ball is made in the contemporary Monogram Eclipse canvas, chosen by Carter both for its sophistication and its black and silver colourway, reminiscent of the New-Zealand rugby team’s world-renowned uniforms. Created 120 years after the House’s classic Monogram pattern, the Monogram Eclipse canvas contrasts with the ball’s traditional lacing – once a feature of all rugby balls – which is integrated into an oval patch, along with Dan Carter’s signature, both made in Louis Vuitton’s tanned cowhide leather. Each ball is accompanied by its own carrying harness and tee, also in black cowhide leather and with Monogram Eclipse details.

The Louis Vuitton and Dan Carter rugby ball will be available in selected Louis Vuitton stores in Japan from September 20, 2019.

The Asnières atelier is a pivotal location. Barely five years after founding Louis Vuitton, Louis himself began to outgrow his Parisian headquarters. In 1859, he relocated the new workshop to Asnières, a village a few kilometers northwest of Paris. 

This new atelier was built in the ethereal Eiffel style, combining glass and steel. The exceptional savoir-faire of the Asnières artisans is such that, even today, key pieces are created here: rigid trunks, designs in rare or exotic leathers, special orders. 

Visit Asnières to discover the intimate aspects of Louis Vuitton’s history, its ties with the ateliers, and admire in detail the presence of the Louis Vuitton universe in every creation.

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The Maison's signature Spirit of Travel is on display during this special event featuring a stunning collection of iconic hard-sided trunks, each of which is an ode to the principles of craftsmanship and quality that form the pillars of Louis Vuitton since 1854.  

At the same time, this event marks the return of Objets Nomades Collection of design objects and furniture to Milan, with even more new pieces than were presented at this year's Salone Del Mobile. This luxurious range embodies Louis Vuitton's commitment to design and innovation by bringing to life the creations of world-renowned designers.  Alongside these pieces is a selection of iconic accessories in crocodile that further highlight the exceptional craftsmanship at the heart of Louis Vuitton.

SAVOIR FAIRE MILAN
September 19th to September 29th, 2019
Monday - Sunday  10:00 am - 8:00 pm

Palazzo Clerici
Via Clerici, 5
Milan, Italy

Presentation by appointment only.

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From the Ha Long Bay to Ninh Binh and its temples, the Campaign expresses both the magic and the serenity found in travel, as represented by the most iconic designs from the Louis Vuitton leather goods collection. Amongst these icons are the emblematic Steamer bag, the latest On The Go shopper, the Alma in Epi leather and the Petite Malle from the New Classics range. Since 1854, this Spirit of Travel endures as Louis Vuitton’s most essential and timeless guiding principles.

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The Campaign unfolds as a travelogue: photographer Angelo Pennetta captured the models Rianne van Rompaey, Fei Fei Sun and Kit Butler in sublime landscapes of Vietnam, from Ha Long Bay to Ninh Binh and its temples. Against these evocative backdrops, each shot expresses the serenity and magic of travel, embodied by Louis Vuitton’s iconic leather goods.

As if suspended in time, the new campaign expresses the importance of imagination and escapism, two values that are at the heart of Louis Vuitton, while also inviting us to slow down and refocus on what is essential. Through the spectacular landscapes of Vietnam, Pennetta’s images along with styling by Fran Burns capture a sense of the eternal that can be found in even the most fleeting of moments.

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