More than twenty years after their first collaboration, the Louis Vuitton house and the Japanese artist Takashi Murakami return with an exclusive collection embodied by Zendaya. Discover among 7 already cult pieces among the two hundred bags, belts, sandals, silk squares decorated with the Monogram Multicolore, Panda Superflat and Jardin Superflat patterns.
Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami, a collaboration that brings together fashion and art
It is October 6, 2002, and Marc Jacobs unveils a new collection for Louis Vuitton which will cause a sensation during Spring-Summer 2003 Fashion Week in Paris. In addition to a wardrobe intended “for a two-dimensional woman-doll: insolent, sexy, seductive”, according to the words of Marc Jacobsthis collection Louis Vuitton unveils an exclusive collaboration with Takashi Murakami.
Passionate about contemporary art, the American designer, appointed in 1997, launched the French leather goods manufacturer’s ready-to-wear from scratch. Thanks to its visionary leadership, the most iconic leather goods brand in the world is making a sensational entrance into the world of fashion. And under his leadership, there are numerous ready-to-wear collections Louis Vuitton which will leave an impression.
After a first fall-winter 1998-1999 fashion show which struck people with its radical approach, marked by the total absence of emblematic bags and accessories; a collaboration with Stephen Sprouse for spring-summer 2001 and the British illustrator Julie Verhoeven the following year; the duo he formed with the Japanese artist will appeal to critics and the public.
On the occasion of this memorable parade, the New York Times wrote: “Not only the latest trendy accessory, but also a collection which, with its tangy colors and ruches, promises much more than novelty: a real breath of optimism.” And at the end of 2024, this surge of hope and lightness resonates more than ever.
The return of a fun and iconic collaboration
More than twenty years after their first meeting, romance is rekindled between Takashi Murakami and Louis Vuitton. To the delight of fans of this fun collaboration between the Japanese superstar of contemporary art and the French leather goods house.
At the origin of the artistic movement Superflatinspired by manga, Japanese and pop culture, Takashi Murakami has long had a special relationship with fashion. If we perhaps forgot the caps New Era or even Hublot watches, its collection with the Suprême label and its famous t-shirts decorated with flowers remain engraved in memories.
As surprising as they are attractive, the first models Louis Vuitton x Murakami initiated by Marc Jacobs are among the most desirable creations of the early 2000s and are still coveted by collectors today.
With this reissue, Louis Vuitton and Murakami wish to pay tribute to their legendary collaboration and are launching nearly two hundred new models – including iconic accessories – such as the Keepall or Capucines bags, adorned with the motifs Panda Superflat, Jardin Superflat or even the famous Monogram Multicolore.
Zendaya, works of art and short films
For the launch of this collection Louis Vuitton the French brand sees things big, even very big.
Thus for the campaign video, the facetious Japanese artist appears alongside actress Zendaya, idol of Gen Z and Louis Vuitton muse since 2023. In addition to a golden and monumental work of art by Takashi Murakami called “Flower Parent and Child” installed at Jardin d’Acclimatationa statue of the Panda Superflat will welcome customers in front of the Louis Vuitton boutique in Courchevel 1850.
Finally, from January 3, 2025, two films entitled Superflat Monogram et Superflat First Lovefrom the first collaboration and remastered for the occasion, will be projected on cinema screens in stores Louis Vuitton Champs-Elysées et Vendôme.
Within the latter, a vending machine will allow customers to win goodies Louis Vuitton x Murakami by inserting a token, obtained following a purchase in store.
7 cult pieces spotted in the Louis Vuitton x Murakami collection
While waiting to discover this reissue of the collection in store Louis Vuitton x MurakamiNuméro has selected 7 essential pieces for 2025.
The Keepall in Monogram canvas Multicolor
The Capucines Jardin Sueprflat bag
The trio of Toilette pockets in Monogram canvas
The Panda Superflat key ring
The Monogram Panda Superflat canvas pouch
The Monogram canvas card holder
Monogram Multicolor leather mules
The Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami collection will be available from January 3, 2025 in Louis Vuitton boutiques and on louisvuitton.com. The Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami campaign with Zendaya will go live on January 1, 2025. The films Superflat Monogram and Superflat First Love will be screened in the Louis Vuitton Champs-Elysées and Louis Vuitton Vendôme boutiques from January 3, 2025.
