Cover Elva Ni attends Louis Vuitton's newest Hong Kong showcase (Photo: Courtesy of Louis Vuitton)
Elva Ni attends Louis Vuitton's newest Hong Kong showcase (Photo: Courtesy of Louis Vuitton)
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The Maison’s latest Hong Kong exhibition, held at a private villa on 28 Po Shan Road, reimagined travel through a lens of innovation with cultural flair; Pharrell Williams’ crocodile leather designs and Hong Kong-exclusive pieces were among the pieces on display, all set within an immersive, travel-inspired backdrop
Louis Vuitton’s Savoir Rêver 2025 exhibition, which this year featured the theme L’Âme du Voyage, or “The Spirit of Travel”, concluded in Hong Kong on June 22 after an 11-day showing.. The exhibition took place at a private villa on 28 Po Shan Road, the same location that hosted the maison’s exclusive Takashi Murakami party during Art Basel in March. Much like the party, the residence was transformed—this time into a dreamscape of travel through the ages. Guests stepped aboard a glamorous ocean liner, soared through a private aircraft cabin and arrived at a 19th-century French railway station. Within these immersive settings, the maison showcased its collections, including leather goods, furniture, jewellery and timepieces.
Elva Ni (Photo: Courtesy of Louis Vuitton)
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The first section, named Sail on the Ocean, showcases pieces from the maison’s Home Collection. It opened with the Brazilian design studio Estúdio Campana’s Kaléidoscope cabinet, constructed from 500 Louis Vuitton leather inlays and assembled over 200 hours. The Cocoon Chair, also by the studio, appeared in a new black-and-white iteration featuring hand-sewn sequins and glass beads. The Signature Collection furniture line made its Hong Kong debut, presenting designs by Cristián Mohaded, Patricia Urquiola and Patrick Jouin. The Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami Cherry Blossom Trunk and the newly released Malle Sake from the Men’s Fall-Winter 2025 collection were among the prized trunks on display. Louis Vuitton evening wear also had its moment, featuring pieces previously worn by A-listers on display.
The Fly Through the Sky zone spotlighted an exotic collection in ivory white and silver colourways. Local celebrities and KOLs were particularly drawn to this section, with Elva Ni, Chris Tong and Faye Tsui posing for photos. Also on display were designs by Louis Vuitton men’s creative director Pharrell Williams, including the Speedy P9, reimagined in crocodile leather with monogram screen printing—a new technical innovation for the maison. Selected handbags were available for immediate purchase, while larger items such as trunks and furniture required pre-orders.
Faye Tsui (Photo: Courtesy of Louis Vuitton)
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Next, the Stroll on the Land section transported guests to a 19th-century French train station platform. A Hong Kong-exclusive trunk tower referenced local landmarks, including the Kowloon Walled City and Lion Rock. The journey concluded with the Hong Kong debut of the Awakened Hands, Awakened Minds high jewellery collection, unveiled within the train carriage setting and presented across four themes: Phenomenal, Vision, Frequency and Splendour.
The experience wrapped with a playful nod to Hong Kong culture—a cha chaan teng with elevated versions of classic comfort dishes: think Angus satay beef sandwiches, golden pineapple buns still warm from the oven and delicate mini egg tarts that melted on the tongue. Across five sessions each day, guests were treated to guided storytelling and personalised exploration—an opulent affair that served up glamour and left Hong Kong’s tastemakers well-dressed, well-fed and dreaming of their next departure.
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Photography: Courtesy of Louis Vuitton
As Content Director at Tatler Hong Kong, Tara shapes the brand's editorial vision across social, digital and print, and reports on Asia's most influential figures — from CEOs and leaders across business, style and the arts. In her dual role as Head of VIP, she also drives the planning and execution of Tatler's flagship IPs, curating star-studded events and building the relationships and communities that define the brand. Born and raised in the Middle East, she honed her craft in Dubai, crafting communication strategies for luxury brands across the Gulf. Follow her on Instagram @tarasobti.
