The Yayoi Kusama for Louis Vuitton Collection is Spunky
Shiori Mine — May 24, 2012 — Art & Design
References: yayoi-kusama.jp & highsnobiety
If you are a fan of the now-infamous striking dotted motifs, the Yayoi Kusama for Louis Vuitton collection is a must-see preview. The collaboration between the acclaimed Japanese artist and the luxury fashion house is set to launch October 2012.
Although this is only a sneak peek into the collection, it will undoubtedly be filled with Kusama’s characteristically vibrant and graphic patterns. The collaboration will result in two series of works: one focused on LV’s luxury attire and another on its iconic monogrammed bags. Harlequin heels, dynamic day dresses and statement-worthy trench coats are just some of the items ready to hit stores. The Yayoi Kusama for Louis Vuitton monogrammed bags will focus more on the artist’s illustrative sketches.
Kusama will join the ranks of Takashi Murakami and Stephen Sprouse as Louis Vuitton continues to work with evocative artists and designers.
Although this is only a sneak peek into the collection, it will undoubtedly be filled with Kusama’s characteristically vibrant and graphic patterns. The collaboration will result in two series of works: one focused on LV’s luxury attire and another on its iconic monogrammed bags. Harlequin heels, dynamic day dresses and statement-worthy trench coats are just some of the items ready to hit stores. The Yayoi Kusama for Louis Vuitton monogrammed bags will focus more on the artist’s illustrative sketches.
Kusama will join the ranks of Takashi Murakami and Stephen Sprouse as Louis Vuitton continues to work with evocative artists and designers.
Trend Themes
1. Collaborative Designer Collections - The trend of fashion houses collaborating with artists to create unique collections offers opportunities to disrupt the traditional luxury fashion industry.
2. Graphic Printed Attire - The graphic pattern trend seen in the Yayoi Kusama for Louis Vuitton collection offers a disruptive opportunity for designers and retailers to experiment with bold prints and patterns in fashion outside of traditional luxury brands.
3. Monogrammed Bags by Artists - As demonstrated by the Yayoi Kusama for Louis Vuitton collection, collaborating with artists to create monogrammed bags offers a disruptive opportunity for luxury brands to offer unique and collectible items to their customers.
Industry Implications
1. Luxury Fashion - Established luxury fashion brands can leverage the trend of collaborating with artists to create new and unique collections that differentiate themselves from other luxury fashion houses.
2. Retail - Retailers can experiment with graphic prints and bold patterns in fashion beyond traditional luxury brands, capitalizing on the trend seen in the Yayoi Kusama for Louis Vuitton collection.
3. Art & Design - Collaborating with luxury fashion brands to design unique collections can provide exposure and new opportunities for artists, as seen in the Yayoi Kusama for Louis Vuitton collection.
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