From Stars to Show: Inside the Louis Vuitton Women's Pre-Fall 2024 show in Shanghai
Shanghai was clamouring with excitement for the Louis Vuitton Women's Pre-Fall 2024 show where megastars descended to celebrate Nicolas's ten years of creativity with the House.
Setting the stage in Shanghai, Nicolas Ghesquiere journeys on with his storytelling to recap his ten years of brilliance at Louis Vuitton with a new Voyager show for the Women's Pre-Fall 2024 collection.
And like all shows, the stars worldwide flew into Shanghai to join in the merriment, where Louis Vuitton collaborates with young contemporary artist Sun Yitian to create a series of adorable animal motifs and characters for the collection.
From Cate Blanchett and Chloe Grace Moretz to Jackson Wang, Xu Minghao, Jung Hoyeon and Du Juan, the front-row was a captivating line-up that has the internet raving with excitement.
For the past decade, Nicolas Ghesquière has captivated the fashion world with his innovative cruise collections for Louis Vuitton, often showcasing them in exotic destinations around the globe. This year, Ghesquière broke new ground by debuting his pre-fall offerings in Shanghai, marking his first show in China.
Collaborating with Chinese artist Sun Yitian, Ghesquière infused his collection with whimsical charm, featuring the artist's cartoon-like animals adorning garments and accessories.
At the heart of Ghesquière's collection lies a fusion of his signature style with renewed creativity that is quirky and joyous. From sporty florals silhouettes to nostalgic nods to his iconic past collections, each piece exudes a sense of assuredness amidst a shifting fashion landscape. Notably, Ghesquière's exploration of skirts, juxtaposed with his mastery of pants, highlights his versatility and willingness to evolve.
The collection's finale, featuring voluminous bubble dresses, showcases Ghesquière's ability to balance drama with elegance. While scaling back on prints and embellishments, he delivers a striking silhouette that speaks volumes.
