The collection played with the idea of making traditionally "pretty" or "sweet" elements, like bows and lace, feel powerful and "tough". Men’s Collection: A "Magnified Playground" for Virgil
A massive "monster flower" installation, designed by artist Philippe Parreno and production designer James Chinlund, dominated the runway with red petals and golden stamen. Louis Vuitton Spring/Summer 2023
Designed by Nicolas Ghesquière, the women’s show focused on "disrupting the codes of femininity" by manipulating scale. The collection played with the idea of making
Ghesquière zoomed in on the "infinitely small" details of garment construction—zippers, snaps, locks, and buckles—and blew them up to "infinitely large" proportions. Key Design Elements: Ghesquière zoomed in on the "infinitely small" details
Gigantic zippers and snaps became central design motifs rather than just functional closures.
Supersized leather name tags were reimagined as entire bags, and kilt folds were enlarged into flat pleated dresses.