Louis Vuitton has long been synonymous with luxury and innovation, and the Resort 2025 collection, staged in Barcelona, is no exception. Nicolas Ghesquière, the creative visionary behind the brand, chose the iconic Hypostyle Room of Antoni Gaudi’s Park Güell to debut his latest designs. This stunning location, known for its mosaic ceilings and Gaudi's architectural flair, provided a mesmerizing backdrop for a collection that weaves together the rich tapestry of Spanish culture with Ghesquière's distinctive, forward-thinking style. Drawing inspiration from Spanish art, cinema, and even contemporary events like the America’s Cup, this collection is a testament to Ghesquière’s ability to blend historical references with modern elegance, all while celebrating a decade of his innovative influence at Louis Vuitton.
Park Güell's whimsical atmosphere aligns perfectly with Ghesquière’s penchant for blending eras and styles, a hallmark of his tenure at Vuitton. However, the collection itself drew more from Spanish cultural icons than Gaudi’s architecture. In a pre-show interview, Ghesquière cited influences from painters Velazquez, Goya, and Zurbarán, to filmmaker Luis Buñuel, the 2022 film As Bestas by Rodrigo Sorogoyen, and the upcoming America’s Cup in Barcelona, for which Vuitton is the main sponsor.
The collection kicked off with tailored, neutral ensembles accessorized with straw gaucho hats and mirrored racing shades. Ghesquière explained that these looks were inspired by the traditional sailor’s vareuse, characterized by wide collars, but with a twist of 1980s broad-shouldered silhouettes. As the show progressed, the structured jupe tailleurs and coat dresses gave way to flowing silk skirts and trousers, reminiscent of the Spanish masters’ chiaroscuro techniques. A standout piece was an ultramarine one-sleeved bubble dress, striking in its simplicity and color.
Ghesquière also introduced equestrian elements like glossy riding boots and jodhpurs with faux fur cuffs. He played with polka dots and ruffles without resorting to clichés like flamenco dresses or references to Cristobal Balenciaga, despite his own history with the house. Instead, he reconstructed a white lace skirt with wire hooks, nodding to Paco Rabanne. Friends Julien Dossena and Natacha Ramsay-Levi, along with LV A-listers Jennifer Connelly, Regina King, and Sophie Turner, were present to witness the blend of past and present in his designs.
Unique techniques, such as boiling silk and wool dresses to shrink the wool, highlighted Ghesquière’s innovative process. Like Gaudi, he thrives on audacity and originality. As the sun set, celebrities like Sophie Turner, Ana de Armas, Jaden Smith, Phoebe Dynevor, Naomi Osaka, and K-pop star Felix gathered for cocktails, soaking in the vibrant atmosphere of the hillside venue, known for its serpentine, mosaic-covered benches.
For more casual yet elegant occasions, Ghesquière offered tailored jackets with power shoulders, sleek jumpsuits with crisscross pocket belts, and riding pants paired with draped tops and fringed boots, promising to top stylists’ wish lists. This collection not only celebrated the rich cultural heritage of Spain but also reaffirmed Ghesquière’s mastery in creating timeless, boundary-pushing fashion.
As the show concluded, the sun set over Park Güell, casting a warm glow on the mosaic ceilings and whimsical architecture that perfectly mirrored the creativity and audacity of Nicolas Ghesquière's Resort 2025 collection for Louis Vuitton. The fusion of Spanish cultural icons with Ghesquière’s innovative designs highlighted his exceptional ability to blend history with modernity. From the tailored vareuse-inspired looks to the flowing silk skirts and striking ultramarine bubble dress, the collection was a testament to his vision and skill.
