Within a train station in Paris, Louis Vuitton showcases a collection of traveling figures.

      "The fall-winter 2025-2026 collection arrives at a destination where all emotions intersect," noted the show materials at Louis Vuitton yesterday. Nicolas Ghesquière, the brand's creative director for womenswear since 2013, drew inspiration from the idea of a lively train station in Paris, where people are both arriving and departing, traveling to distant places and returning to the familiarity of home. "At the end of the same platform lies the optimism of love or the sadness of parting," the notes elaborated. The French fashion house gathered its roster of A-list ambassadors, including Sophie Turner and Emma Stone, at L'Étoile du Nord, a "hidden station" that once served as the headquarters of a 19th-century railway company. This venue is conveniently situated near one of Paris's major train stations, Gare du Nord, lending a sense of reality to Ghesquière's imaginative journey. Louis Vuitton described the recently renovated venue as coming "to life anew to narrate a story about transport and the captivating dual meaning encapsulated in that term: adventure and enchantment."

      The show space commenced in total darkness before various characters climbed a staircase, emerging onto the runway as light illuminated the multistory location. The music from the electro group Kraftwerk filled the air, drawing everyone’s focus to the 61 unique ensembles showcased. Some outfits reflected an '80s aesthetic, while others leaned towards a sportier vibe. Alongside a mix of bohemian dresses and comfort-first sets, models displayed both new and vintage Louis Vuitton luggage, with one even adorned with a luxurious throw (presumably for napping during travel). Elements such as plaid, velvet, ruffles, and fur were also featured in the fall collection. For further highlights from the show, continue scrolling.

      If you find yourself unable to make connections between Louis Vuitton's F/W 25 collection as a whole, you're not alone. This is because Ghesquière intended for the models in his latest showcase to embody a collection of characters found in a train station. Some are commuters heading to and from work, while others are on their way to distant locations, prepared for a hike, business trip, or sporting event. "The concourse becomes the backdrop for a range of stylistic narratives," the show materials stated.

      Louis Vuitton's presentation during Paris Fashion Week consistently offers prime celebrity sightings, and this season was no exception. The audience yesterday included musicians like Lisa and Haim, as well as actors Saoirse Ronan, Sophie Turner, Ava DuVernay, Emma Stone, Phoebe Dynevor, and Adria Arjona, the cover star for Who What Wear’s August 2024 issue.

      Luggage has always been a key element for Louis Vuitton, so it’s no surprise that a travel-themed collection would feature a wide selection of both new and vintage luggage options for fall 2025. Throughout the show, models showcased various bags ideal for travel, including the classic Keepall in updated colorways and the brand-new L'Express, a more adaptable version of the Keepall, characterized by soft hues and sleek lines. A friendly reminder: These bags are intended for carry-on only, not to be checked.

      Over the past few seasons, discreet nods to '80s fashion have made appearances at Louis Vuitton, but for fall 2025, the decade's influence was markedly more pronounced in the prints, necklines, slouchy boots, and oversized silhouettes. Cinched waists contrasted against ruffled A-line skirts and chunky printed knitwear, while patterned skirt suits with padded shoulders paired with brightly colored handbags were prominently featured.