A New Folklore Shaped by Nature: Louis Vuitton Fall/Winter 2026 Women’s Collection

Mar 16, 2026
Louis Vuitton unveiled its Fall/Winter 2026 Women’s Collection, with Nicolas Ghesquière presenting a vision shaped by what he calls “Supernature.” The collection explores how the architecture of clothing can be informed by the natural world and reinterpreted for the 21st century.

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Mountains, forests, and open plains serve as conceptual starting points. Throughout history, garments have evolved in response to wind, rain, and sunlight—functional adaptations that gradually become fashion. Ghesquière revisits these primal relationships between environment and clothing, transforming them into a contemporary design language.

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The collection also introduces the notion of “traverse and transverse,” suggesting movement across places and perspectives. By crossing boundaries—cultural, geographic, and aesthetic—Ghesquière proposes a new kind of folklore for the modern era. Silhouettes and details evoke memories of traditional garments and ways of living in nature, yet appear strikingly futuristic at the same time.

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Traces of the natural world appear throughout the collection. Reinterpreted animal patterns are woven into canvas and denim, while leather-crafted flowers emerge as both ornament and protective elements. The idea of collage becomes a “journey through fabric,” connecting disparate materials and references to map the body like a shifting landscape.

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At the heart of the collection lies the concept of “hypercraft.” Rather than simply imitating nature, Louis Vuitton combines technological innovation with artisanal savoir-faire. 3D-printed elements and resin components resemble mineral formations, appearing as sculptural buttons or antler-like heels, while plant-based fur introduces new textures. Traditional craftsmanship and futuristic materials converge to create forms that feel simultaneously natural and surreal.

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The Maison’s travel heritage also plays a key role. The iconic Noé bag, first introduced in 1932, returns with proportions and colorways inspired by its original design. Rooted in Louis Vuitton’s expertise as a trunk maker, the bags evoke a nomadic spirit—objects designed to accompany journeys while carrying a sense of home.

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The runway presentation took place at the Cour Carrée of the Louvre, where production designer Jeremy Hindle—known for his work on the series Severance—created an abstract landscape. Blurring the boundaries between interior and exterior, the scenography transformed the space into a living pastoral tableau. As models moved through this environment, the show unfolded like a contemporary allegory—part science fiction, part poetic reflection on nature and modern life.

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Nature and technology, folklore and futurism.
With its Fall/Winter 2026 collection, Louis Vuitton proposes a new landscape for fashion—one shaped by the dialogue between the natural world and human imagination.





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