{FASHION NEWS} | “Volez, Voguez, Voyagez – Louis Vuitton”

Every fashion girl and guy knows the name Louis Vuitton! It is synonymous with everything classic and luxurious. Since 1854, the house has provided the world with beautiful, unique designs; combining innovation, quality and comfort with style.

Photograph : PATRICK DEMARCHELIER

This year, Louis Vuitton celebrates “Volez, Voguez, Voyagez – Louis Vuitton” in a carefully curated exhibition at the Grand Palais in Paris.

Photograph : JULIA HETTA

The exhibition is put together by Olivier Saillard, and retraces Louis Vuitton’s great journey from 1854 till today, through depictions of the Maison’s founding members and those who create the Louis Vuitton of tomorrow.

The Grand Palais, constructed in 1900, holds great history with Louis Vuitton. George Vuitton was in charge of the "Travel & Leather goods” section during the spectacular Universal Exhibitions in Paris which welcomed 48 milllion visitors. The Louis Vuitton booth, shaped like a merry-go-round, boasted inventive luggage and elegant handbags and was the centre of attention.

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This year, the magical journey through the exhibition was conceived and designed by Robert Carsen and follows nine chapters. At the very beginning is the absolute symbol of Louis Vuitton: an antique malle. This modern design is the epitome of Louis Vuitton’s daring spirit, still felt in the Maison until today. The exhibition also presents entities and documents from Louis Vuitton’s Patrimony as well as a selection of pieces lent by Palais Galliera, Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris. The exhibition closes with a section dedicated to craftsmanship.

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The exhibition opens this Friday. If you are in Paris between 4th December 2015 and 21st February 2016 I highly recommend you take the time out to visit. Entrance is free and it is a once in a lifetime experience. It’s easy to just wear fashion and look pretty and stylish. To love and appreciate every detail, every piece of history and everything that made a brand what it is; that is what is special to me!

I don’t know where I will be for the next few months but my heart will be in Paris!

Until next time

Love and sparkles

Zaakira xox