From the historic Asnières atelier to the latest High Trunks collection, the Maison offers a closer look at a savoir-faire that bridges tradition and contemporary design.

Just beyond Paris, along the banks of the Seine, sits the Asnières workshop, a place closely tied to the history of Louis Vuitton.&nbsp;
Established in 1859, it was built to accommodate the growing demand for the Maison's trunks. More than a century later, the atelier remains active, with artisans continuing the work that first made the House known for its approach to travel.
Its proximity to the Seine made transporting materials such as poplar wood easier, while the railway provided convenient access to Paris. What began as a space for trunk production eventually became the centre of Louis Vuitton's specialised craftsmanship, taking on everything from classic luggage to bespoke commissions.

Inside, the scent of freshly cut wood fills the rooms, accompanied by the sound of hammers and sewing machines. Artisans work across different stations, each responsible for a particular part of the process. Many of the techniques they use have changed very little over the years, with skills passed down through generations.

Trunk-making begins with carpentry, where wood is shaped into the basic structure. Cotton canvas is then applied to reinforce the frame, before the exterior is covered in canvas or leather. A rigid border known as lozine is nailed along the edges, followed by the installation of locks, metal corners, handles and other fittings.&nbsp;
That history of experimentation carries into Louis Vuitton's latest High Trunks collection. Introduced by Men's Creative Director Pharrell Williams for Spring-Summer 2027.
One of its most notable pieces is the Mother of Pearl Marquetry Courrier Lozine 110. Created in collaboration with a French marquetry artisan, the trunk reworks the familiar Louis Vuitton Monogram using the natural iridescence of sustainably sourced mother-of-pearl from large oysters. Its&nbsp;

More than 2,000 individually cut pieces of mother of pearl are hand-inlaid into smoked larch wood, selected for its durability and natural grain. The wood undergoes a smoking process that changes its tone throughout, before being sanded, finished and varnished. Matching slats, rivets and metallic details carry the design across the trunk's structure, making the craftsmanship visible well beyond its surface.

The collection also includes the Chrome Wave Courier Lozine 110, whose sculpted acrylic panels create a wave-like silhouette with a reflective chrome finish.

At Asnières, the work continues through the people who build, assemble and finish each piece by hand. The workshop remains a reminder that behind Louis Vuitton's most elaborate creations is a practice refined over generations, one trunk at a time.

Louis Vuitton Trunk Heritage: Inside the Asnières Workshop

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Louis Vuitton Trunk Heritage: Inside the Asnières Workshop

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