WORDS Annemarie Meintjes
The Louis Vuitton Objets Nomades collection features limited -edition travel -inspired lifestyle pieces created in collaboration with designers from all over the world. First introduced in 2012, the range has grown to include 25 items – these are some of our favourites.
CONCERTINA SHADE – Raw Edges
The translucent paper in this eye-catching lampshade by London design studio Raw Edges creates a gentle glow while its thin metal structure, covered with delicate caramel leather, generates a play of shadows and light. The generous volume of the lamp collapses when opening the gilded zip and the central magnetic leather belt.
TOTEM FLORAL & VALET – Damien Langlois-Meurinne
Interior architect and designer Damien Langlois-Meurinne drew inspiration from Louis Vuitton’s iconic trunks when he imagined the designs for the Totem Floral pot plant stand and Valet. In the case of the Valet, gilded brackets are used to attach dressing room essentials such as a mirror and even a Murano glass lamp to the leather-covered pole. Inspired by the Noé bag, the Totem Floral is like a delicate tree, wrapped in Nomade leather, with gold-plated brass branches on which to hang flower- or plant-filled ceramic pots in leather holders.
SURFACE LAMP – Nendo
This simple portable lamp consists of a thin steel chassis surrounded by a leather sheet, which shades the LEDs and conceals the USB-rechargeable battery. The leather sheet is hand-perforated so it resembles Louis Vuitton’s signature Damier pattern when lit. When the time comes to move on, the lamp can easily be taken apart, rolled up and packed in a harness to take with you.
BELL LAMP – Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby
This modern-day lantern is practical, cordless and solar-powered. A handcrafted frosted Murano glass “bell” surrounds LED lighting with four brightness settings, and a silicone ring on its base allows the lamp to be placed safely on any surface. Use the Nomade leather strap to carry the lamp into the garden or out into the wild.
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