Nestled within the historic grandeur of the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Louis Vuitton has opened the doors to a world of luxury and refined taste. The ground floor of this iconic hotel now houses a newly redesigned Louis Vuitton store, a beacon of high fashion and timeless design in the heart of Vancouver's vibrant city center.
The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, with its original Chateauesque-style façade dating back to 1939, stands as a testament to Canada's rich architectural heritage. Louis Vuitton has chosen to showcase its commitment to craftsmanship and innovation in this setting. The store itself is a travel destination, offering visitors an immersive experience into the Maison’s diverse range of métiers.
Upon entering, guests are greeted by a grand circular staircase, a marvel of local carpentry that spirals up to connect the Women’s and Men’s universes on separate floors. This central feature exemplifies the store's dedication to celebrating local artisans and their exquisite workmanship.
The interior design pays homage to the Art of Travel, a core value shared by both Louis Vuitton and the storied hotel. Each section of the store is adorned with fine art and design elements from around the globe, creating a luminous display of colors that echo Vancouver's natural splendor.
Among these curated pieces are several commissioned artworks, including a captivating painting by Italian artist Isadora Capraro. This piece, crafted with innovative technique to grace a curved wall, is complemented by an amber Hélène de Saint Lager coffee table and a dreamlike Henri Bursztyn chandelier.
Canadian talent is also prominently featured, with Montreal-based artist Heidi Spector contributing a bold, striped composition on Russian birch, finished with a glossy resin for a candy-like sheen.
Additionally, Vancouver's own Scott Sueme presents a geometric, three-dimensional canvas that delves into the nuances of color perception, a reflection of his upbringing on the traditional territory of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations.
The store's offerings are as diverse as they are luxurious, encompassing men’s and women’s leather goods, accessories, connected objects, fragrances, ready-to-wear, shoes, jewelry, watches, and the Maison’s iconic hardsided pieces. The exclusive Objets Nomades collection is not to be missed, which further underscores Louis Vuitton's dedication to innovative design.
The grand opening spotlights the stylish LV Ski collection for both men and women and a special Lunar New Year themed capsule. Visitors can marvel at exclusive creations like the Bomboca sofa and Cocoon chair from Studio Campana's Objets Nomades line, as well as Marcel Wanders' Diamond Screen, crafted in an imposing scale specifically for this venue.
The store's diverse range includes Tambour watches and Capucines bags, available in a dazzling array of hues and luxurious finishes.
Upholding Louis Vuitton's heritage of personalized craftsmanship, the store features hot-stamping services for leather goods customization and showcases a skilled artisan trained in Paris to adorn the brand's iconic hardsided trunks with bespoke designs.
Additionally, the fragrance counter offers custom engraving, adding a personal touch to the Maison's enchanting array of perfumes and colognes.
