High Fashion Meets High Altitude in This Louis Vuitton Ski Capsule

The frost is starting to form, Mariah Carey is warming up her vocals and the slopes are calling. This can only mean one thing, 'tis the season for a skiwear drop and Louis Vuitton is coming through with the goods.

Unveiling a sophisticated and high-performance collection, the technical pieces include graphic coats and salopettes crafted with ultra-lightweight fabrics that are ideal for hitting the mountains looking chic, yet warm. Taking the House's Art of Travel to new heights (literally and figuratively), recycled nylon jackets are adorned with quilted topstitching as a nod to the brand's signature Malletage quilting, inspired by the same material that once embellished the interior of LV trunks.

A ski collection wouldn't be complete without something to wear to the après, and Louis Vuitton is offering knitwear with Norwegian motifs, Monogram stitched flowers and sequin-embroidered denim. Designed to reflect the energy of mountain peaks and the fashion of the chalets, we might cop this one for the colder city breaks too.

And of course, LV does what LV does best: bags. Sporty silhouettes like the Speedy and the High Raise belt bag have been updated in denim-look nylon, the perfect companions for all kinds of adventures. Alongside these, you'll find the Monogram Miroir canvas, a tribute to the metal trunks from 1891 that were reworked in the 2000s. Inspired by glaciers, the bag offers a futuristic aesthetic in silver and copper offerings. To complete the collection, the now signature ski mask with Monogram lenses adds that fresh sporty touch.

If you're not much of a skier, fear not, as the collection is also designed for those who prefer to simply soak up the atmosphere, with plenty of offerings far from the discomfort of a ski boot.

Check out the icy campaign above and pre-order the collection via the Louis Vuitton website.

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