A New Chapter in Travel-Inspired Design

Louis Vuitton Launches the Express Bag:

A New Chapter in Travel-Inspired Design

For Fall/Winter 2025, Louis Vuitton introduces the Express bag, a new signature that pays homage to the house’s deep-rooted connection to travel. Artistic director Nicolas Ghesquière drew inspiration from the golden age of train journeys, revisiting the origins of the Speedy, first known in the 1930s as the “Express.” The result is a design that combines heritage with modern versatility — a celebration of adventure and elegance.

Inspired by Travel

Debuting at the Louis Vuitton Fall/Winter 2025 womenswear show, the Express reflects Ghesquière’s fascination with the art of travel. Its name recalls both the Speedy’s original identity and the mystery of Agatha Christie’s Orient Express. In this sense, the bag embodies both history and narrative — not just an accessory, but a story of movement and discovery.

A Contemporary Travel Silhouette

The Express takes its cues from the iconic Keepall travel bag, but distills the design into a more compact, everyday silhouette. Crafted in supple grained calfskin, the body is soft yet structured, reinforced with Monogram straps that run across the length of the bag. These details recall both train tracks and racing circuits — subtle nods to the bag’s name and theme.

Handles in Monogram canvas and a matching clochette with padlock highlight the craftsmanship, while a double zip closure ensures both elegance and security.

Versatility in Carrying

The Express has been designed with modern life in mind. It offers multiple carry options: hand-held, over the arm, on the shoulder, or crossbody. Tubular top handles ensure comfort, while two adjustable shoulder straps provide flexibility. The effect is a bag that transitions effortlessly from daily commuting to weekend travel.

Everyday Functionality

At a compact yet practical size, the Express opens wide thanks to a dual zip closure, making it easy to access essentials. Inside, a Monogram jacquard lining adds refinement, with a flat pocket for organisation. The bag is sized to carry everyday items — notebook, phone, wallet, fragrance, lipstick, even small tech accessories — striking the balance between elegance and utility.

Seen on Icons

Even before its official release, the Express has been spotted in the hands of Louis Vuitton’s muses: Emma Stone, Cate Blanchett, Alicia Vikander, Léa Seydoux, and more. Their styling demonstrates the bag’s range — equally at home paired with sharp tailoring as with casual daytime looks.

At KYM, we see the Express as an exciting evolution of Louis Vuitton’s travel DNA. Just as the Speedy and Keepall became timeless icons, the Express is poised to carry that legacy into a new era.

“The Express bridges past and present — it speaks of heritage, but its design feels resolutely modern. For collectors, it’s a piece that marks a milestone: the revival of an archival name, reinterpreted for today’s lifestyle.”

 

This is precisely the type of bag that grows in value and cultural significance over time: rooted in history, tied to narrative, and designed for versatility.

With the Express, Louis Vuitton reinforces its position as the ultimate maison of travel-inspired design. By blending heritage details with a contemporary silhouette, Ghesquière has created a bag that feels both familiar and fresh.

Explore KYM’s curated Louis Vuitton collection and discover icons — from the Speedy to the Express — that embody the art of travel in every detail.