one last Damier Graphite entry before they finally hit the shelves in less than a month *YIPEE!!!* the new Damier Graphite canvas will become part of LV's permanent collection roster. a perfect counterpart to the mainly feminine Damier Azur line introduced as part of the 2006 Cruise Collection. these new masculine models were named after the some of the most prominent and celebrated men in the field of modern architecture. come meet the bags...
Jørn
this soft briefcase is named after Jørn Utzon, the creator of the iconic Sydney Opera House.
Ieoh
the Nil reporter's darker twin honours the architect behind the world famous glass pyramids of the Louvre, I.M. Pei.
Renzo
architect Renzo Piano, best known for the truly unique Centre Pompidou in Paris shares his name with the newly reworked Bastille messenger.
Tadao
this brand new shopper is named after Tadao Ando, one of Japan's most celebrated architects. he is best known for the minimalistic and highly spiritual Church on the Water in Hokkaido, Japan.
Rem
this new incarnation of the Amazone camera bag is named after Rem Koolhaas. an example of his work can be seen in the Prada flagship store (the one with the undulating "skateboard" ramp) in New York City.
other LV classics include the Keepall bandouliere 55
Grimaud
Pegase 60
they are also introducing a new overnight duffle bag named Roadster:
while the strictly limited F/W 2008 Runway (Defile) Collection distinguishes themselves from the permanent collection with their removable white handle covers and trim. only two models are being made:
Sac DeVoyage
and Porte-Document (Soft Briefcase)
in stores worldwide 15 August.
with thanks to bagaholicboy for supplying the photos =)
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