Worth Avenue and its surrounding streets have enjoyed an ongoing retail evolution over the years, with new and often bigger boutiques adding to Palm Beach's reputation as a designer enclave. As testament to the continued clout the area wields among global luxury brands, four beloved labels recently opened their doors on "the island," as residents discreetly refer to this town. Here, a look at the new kids on the block, arriving just in time for the season.
First introduced in 1934, the curved trapezoidal legacy bag is easily the style that's most synonymous with the French label. That's thanks, in no small part, to all the it girls who carried the bag to superstardom in the early aughts, including Paris Hilton, Kim Kardashian, and Rihanna (repeatedly), as well as fictional fashionistas such as Gossip Girl 's Serena van der Woodsen. Despite its decadeslong story, interest in the bag hasn't waned, and it's still as coveted as ever.
Elite Traveler recently flew to Korea to accompany Pietro Beccari on a madcap 24-hour dash through his latest project, a super-concept 'retailtainment' store in Seoul, and we were left floundering in his wake. No sooner was he off the corporate jet than Beccari was inspecting the premises - a blend of VIP rooms, a chic café, a Michelin-starred restaurant and countless pieces of almost priceless art amid the myriad monograms.
While Louis Vuitton bags have become more commonplace these days, there is no denying what they represent: wealth, quality, and (generally) a fashion statement. While the BFW fashion team hasn't been able to investigate this matter to uncover the exact make and model of the bags in question, what we do know is that Kingsley Coman gifted his former Bayern teammates LV bags as a farewell present per Tz's Philipp Kessler and Vinzent Tschirpke (via @iMiaSanMia):
Escorted by her husband, Jay-Z, Bey stole the show on Saturday, Nov. 22, when she strolled in wearing a matching set made to look mimic a racer's catsuit uniform. The top was a zip-up moto jacket that she unfastened real low to show off her décolletage. The "ALIEN SUPERSTAR" songstress paired it with matching high-waist pants. Designed by Louis Vuitton, the predominantly white leather set featured black and red accents and was covered in patches that bore the French label's name, resembling racers' patch ornamentations.
The secondhand market is a bright spot for luxury. The global resale market is growing three times as fast as the firsthand market and is expected to reach as high as $360 billion by 2030 - up from between $210 billion and $220 billion today - according to a report by BCG and Vestiaire Collective released this month. Handbags reliably drive luxury secondhand sales.
Louis Vuitton began his journey in 1854 by crafting train cases, which laid the foundation for an empire. His unique designs revolutionized travel cases with rectangular shapes and airtight compartments, making them popular among royalty.
The exhibition offers a comprehensive spatial narrative of the Maison's 170-year creative legacy, articulated through zones dedicated to history, craftsmanship, iconic design codes, and cultural exchange.
Our installation uses iconic Louis Vuitton trunks in a playful display that intuitively and instantly communicates the Maison's heritage and spirit of innovation.
"I can't believe I'm goin' dumb again, so many people tryna phone a friend, but I'm chillin' deep in the sauna/ Tryna get right (Tryna get right), I gotta get right (I gotta get right)."
"What he did that was so unusual is normally a company starts out with a garment and they build a brand around the garment. Virgil created a brand and then he proceeded to put products underneath the brand."
Real Madrid and Louis Vuitton's partnership embodies elegance and innovation, merging the worlds of sports and luxury fashion through their meticulously designed collection.
Titled the Louis Vuitton Virtuosity Collection, the new campaign is more than just a celebration of fine jewelry - it's a statement on creativity, precision, and evolving artistry.
"Saint-Tropez represents where it all began for us. The Culinary Community lets each chef thrive independently while upholding Louis Vuitton's high standards of care, creativity, and innovation."
...the capsule isn't simply about rebranding sportswear with high-end logos-it's a focused and cohesive range of apparel, accessories, and equipment crafted with an eye for detail and a nod to performance.