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The exhibition, free to canada goose outlet reviews visit and on display in Lower Manhattan through Jan. 7, canada goose clearance is called Voguez, Voyagez, which means fly, sail, travel. It showcases the company history, products and craftsmanship, demonstrating how designs changed with the evolution of travel. Luggage was designed first for transport by wagon, then for travel by sea, on trains, in cars and planes.
Trunks and bags are behind glass like works of art in a series of museum like galleries. Lids open to reveal intricate compartments as if they were the contents of treasure chests. Included are cases and carriers designed canada canada goose coats on sale goose outlet online uk for everything from toiletries to hats, from picnics to art supplies. Trunks with small drawers protected fragile objects; standing trunks had roll out wardrobe racks so clothes could be hung, not folded. A plane is on display, along with a boat.
There even a room where human artisans show how they cut leather and snip threads for luggage tags and canada goose outlet new york city handles, living proof of the craftsmanship behind the brand.
The company history begins with Louis Vuitton himself. He started a trunk making business in Paris in 1854 after leaving his village in eastern France and working for a box maker. His designs were strong but light, distinguished by patterned motifs. Morgan. John Wanamaker began to sell Vuitton luggage in his American department stores after meeting Louis canada goose outlet store uk son at the 1893 Chicago World Fair. The brand remains a favorite today among celebs from the worlds of fashion and Hollywood.
The exhibition timing coincides with the holiday shopping season, and the location is in New York financial district. But many visitors will likely lack the means to buy Vuitton products, which can run in the thousands of dollars.