First LVook: Louis Vuitton & Yayoi Kusama

As most of you know, Marc Jacobs enjoys working with contemporary artists in his creative work at Vuitton.  I first learnt of Yayoi Kusama in the 2007 Prigent documentary where MJ met the Japanese artist and poet (photo above).  I am excited to see that a collaboration will soon be released so here's a First LVook of what to expect.  LVoe, LVoe, LVoe it!!!

Special thanks to lvj12!

Louis Vuitton Pre-Fall 2012

Yup, they're coming!!!  After the summer fanfare has all been released, it's time to turn to the Pre-Fall 2012 Collection and the Vert has got to be my favourite.  I know, I know, it very much LVooks like the Paris-Bombay of H but LVook at that colour!  It's simply to die for! I see that a pailletes miraudiere with lizard detail is also going to be released.  It's gonna be exciting!  Stay tuned for more.  Thanks lvj12!  

Louis Vuitton Tricolor Epi Eden

Slated to be released this June, the tricolor Eden is part of the Epi Rainbow Collection.  With its fun mix and match of colours,  it's a the perfect accessory for a lazy summer stroll.  LVoe, LVoe, LVoe it!

Louis Vuitton Women's Fall Winter 2012 2013

Photos: randomnoise

Special thanks to a special reader. LVoe it!

Louis Vuitton Crocodile Old Speedy Flap

One thing that I wanted to see in NYC that I didn't was the Old Speedy in Croc. Part of the Les Extraordinaires Collection, this extremely limited and numbered piece is priced at around $30,000.  I guess that's the reason why it wasn't just sitting on a shelf.  

Louis Vuitton Avalon

Nothing beats a shiny red bag!  So the Avalon, one of the latest in the Vernis Collection, get's my vote as this season's hottest arm candy. The GM ($1530) comes in Rouge Fauviste, Amarante and Rouge Grenadine (as shown).  The MM ($1300) comes also in all three colours plus Blanc Corail.  

For those who are all about security, a zippered version of the Avalon is available at $1690.  Currently, it  only comes in Rouge Fauviste and Amarante.  

Louis Vuitton Mahina Collection Selene

Removable chocolate coloured handles!  I LVoe this feature for the newest of the Mahina Line, the Selene.  Soft pleats does not take away the practicality of this city bag.  It comes with a cute pochette both in PM and MM size.  The colours are Sandy, Black and Lagon (shown here).  Priced at $3350 and $3750 according to size.  LVoe it!!!

Louis Vuitton Monogram Idylle Neverfull

 Featured here are the latest from the Monogram Idylle Collection, the classic and ever dependable Neverfull. Crafted out of the same linen blend with calfskin trimmings, it is true to the original Monogram by having a striped interior lining.  Only made in the Moyen Modele (MM), I  would have to pull a GoldiLVocks since I prefer the GM size.  $1030 in the US.

Louis Vuitton SC Bag

OOOOOHHHH!!! Is that a Croc SC Bag that I see?! An understated Louis Vuitton but is fast becoming one of the hottest especially for celebs, the SC bag will be coming out in these new colours for Spring 2012. LVoe, LVoe, LVoe it!!!

Louis Vuitton Epi Collection: Eden

Part of the rainbow of colours that comprise the Epi collection, this new shoulder bag, Eden affords one to be carefree not only because of its shoulder strap but due to the fun colours that it comes in.  Shown here is the fuchsia but trust me, there's even going to be a tricolor version.  LVoe it!!!

Louis Vuitton Plein Soleil Summer 2012 Totes

Ooooohhhh...Summer is almost here and what better way to enjoy the outdoors than to be carrying the latest that Louis Vuitton has to offer.  Crafted out of the trustee ol' Damier Azur as well as Denim canvas, these totes are just perfect for the beach or a nice stroll on a balmy night.  LVoe, LVoe, LVoe it!!!

Damier Azur $1550 PM and $1960 GM

Denim Canvas comes only in the large size at $1780

Louis Vuitton Cirrus in Python

Wow, Vuitton is really rolling out the exotic skins. I've noticed it in the past seasons.  I guess it's a way to lure in the super "high-end" consumers.  Featured here is the Cirrus in luxurious black python.  Priced at $8050, the shape that used to belong to the Mahina has now acquired a reptilian LVook.  

Louis Vuitton Speedy Bandouliere (Speedy B) in Damier Ebene

There were so many things that were in the press photos that I didn't even notice the Speedy Bandouliere  in Damier Ebene.  Much awaited by many, the new Speedy DE B has a slated release date here in the US of early June.  Estimated price will be at the current Monogram prices 25cm $1065, 30cm $1090, 35cm $1115. Customer service was not sure if there would be a 40cm.  Now, I wonder if LV pushed the release date so that it will be included in the price increase...hmmm.

Louis Vuitton Monogram Etoile Exotique Tote

Already released in the US with only a handful of stores carrying it, the Monogram Etoile Exotique Tote is truly a marvelous piece of arm candy. Measuring 37 x 24 x 19cm, it is crafted with quilted Monogram canvas with snakeskin and ostrich trim. Currently priced at $5400 for the MM and $5850 for the GM, (the GM having a Bordeaux colour), better call your SAs before the price increase. LVoe it!!!

Louis Vuitton Sully

An early 2012 addition to the core collection is the Sully. Classic in shape with a lone strap of vache leather, this ample sized Monogram canvas is perfect as a go-to-bag. It comes in PM and MM. A word of caution though, the strap is quite thick so I would suggest going into the store to try it on first.

Speaking of Colour...the New Epi Colours

Comprising of 15 new colours, I pity the woman or man that would have to choose between all these LVoelies. The colours are
Citron, Ivoire, Fuchsia, Carmin, Gres, Cyan, Piment, Cacao, Noir, Figue, Indigo, Menthe, Amande Electric, Prune Electric, Noir Electric