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Louis Vuitton’s mascot sets off on a seasonal getaway, and the best of it fits in the palm of your hand. The Vivienne Winter Holiday collection builds a wintry world around the playful figurehead through bags, SLGs and charming accessories. Already available online ahead of its official boutique launch, it brings a festive polish to everyday looks.
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Small bags with big personality set the tone. Rather than one hero bag, the maison presents a family of miniature silhouettes. Each in variations of the Monogram canvas, easy to slip into a party-season wardrobe. The iconic Speedy shrinks to charming proportions in the Nano Speedy (from SGD3000), measuring 16 cm wide and 10 cm high. Another is the top-handle carryall Nano Madeleine (SGD3700). At 21 cm by 12.5 cm, it hits the sweet spot for day-to-night meetups.
Louis Vuitton’s pochette is the quiet workhorse of a refined wardrobe, and the Vivienne Winter Holiday collection offers two. Both suit the person who wants to travel light, with space for a phone, lipstick and a few small essentials. The Pochette Félicie (SGD2700) works crossbody, whereas the Pochette Hills (SGD3350) is best tucked under an arm. Either style makes a simple outfit look considered.
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Beyond bags, the SLGs are the real heart of the collection, pieces most likely to end up beneath a tree. The range spans cardholders, coin purses, wallets and travel accessories like passport covers and cosmetic cases. Three colourways run across the leather goods. Monogram Ebene sits closest to the OG, while Monogram White and Monogram Night play on white and navy respectively. For this season, Vivienne illustrations and Vivienne-shaped hardware add a whimsical edge to the classic canvas.
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Of course, Vivienne herself appears in a series of bag charms and figurines, easily the most fun part of the lineup. For those who prefer their whimsy in silk, the Vivienne Sweet BB Bandeau (SGD365) and the Vivienne Sweet Square 90 (SGD740) carry the mascot’s winter escapes onto fabric. Tie the bandeau on a bag handle, wear it in the hair or loop it around the neck; it takes little effort but adds a lot of polish.
The Vivienne Winter Holiday collection is currently part of an online pre-launch from Louis Vuitton, giving early shoppers first access before it reaches boutiques. It certainly makes a strong case for finishing off a holiday gift list in style.
