Louis Vuitton’s Fall-Winter 2025 menswear collection, dubbed “New Formal,” introduces a fresh approach to formal dressing, blending classic tailoring with modern-day versatility. Under the creative direction of Pharrell Williams, this collection reinterprets timeless business cuts, formal evening wear, and sporty silhouettes with luxurious fabrics, innovative construction, and a modern flair.
The color palette for the collection is a mix of classic tones, ranging from shimmering silvers to deep navy blues, punctuated by pops of periwinkle and monochromatic black-and-white ensembles.
With branded motifs woven throughout, the collection showcases the brand’s expert savoir-faire. From embossed leather to jacquard silk linings, to finely detailed carved horn buttons and cutout cufflinks, every detail adds to the collection’s dedication to artisanal craftsmanship.
Mr. Williams’ modern approach to tailoring is evident in the refreshed shapes of the collection. Traditional business attire is given a new spin with flared trousers and sharp double-breasted suits – somewhat returning to a vintage era, but with modern style.
Reversible designs, like the double-front padded gilet, bring a new level of versatility, allowing items to move between the office, casual outings, or formal events with ease.
One of the standout pieces, a zip-front wool tweed tailored tracksuit, exemplifies this flexibility, pairing elegant materials with an athletic-inspired cut. By reimagining classic suiting with sporty elements, Mr. Williams creates a seamless balance between formality and comfort.
The collection’s suiting range includes sleek, refined cuts, such as the Napolitana and Pont Neuf fits, along with a new, straighter waist option in the Gaston, which brings a stronger, more substantial profile to the wearer.
Details like the LV fishnet, Damier Heritage design, and vertical pinstripes in matching trousers and jackets elevate each look, blending the old with the new while maintaining Louis Vuitton’s signature high-end appeal.
Louis Vuitton’s dedication to material excellence is on full display. Crisp virgin wool trousers in a cigarette style or with adjustable drawstring waists provide a contemporary twist to the classic silhouette, while silk popeline and Monogram silk shirting take looks from everyday to elevated evening wear.
Accessories and luggage in the “New Formal” collection reflect Louis Vuitton’s commitment to both style and functionality. New luggage pieces, like the squared-off aluminum-reinforced rolling trunk, bring an industrial edge to business travel, while classic bags like the Keepall 50, Mini Soft Trunk, and Sac Plat 24h are updated with bold monochromes and subtle Monogram patterns.
The addition of the LV Aerogram line, designed for airport and office needs, includes the Fastline Backpack and Pilot Tote, perfect for the modern traveler.
Footwear is equally impressive, with a range of options suited for both business and leisure. From the Auteuil Moccasin in Damier-patterned patent leather to the more rugged Bastille Derby and Combat Boot, each style brings its own interpretation of formal and casual wear.
The collection also includes leather and python belts, and silver jewelry, including pointillist-inspired Damier pattern cufflinks and earrings.
This collection comes on the heels of LV’s Fall-Winter 2025 collection, for which Mr. Williams partnered with Nigo. Louis Vuitton’s Fall-Winter 2025 “New Formal” collection will be available in stores starting February 20, 2025.
