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Louis Vuitton’s Autorickshaw Handbag Steers Couture Toward Indian Street Culture

Its Instagram debut from a re-see session highlights luxury fashion’s embrace of playful, culturally rooted accessories.

Louis Vuitton blends high fashion and street culture with autorickshaw handbag.
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Overview

  • The autorickshaw bag first surfaced during an early-July re-see session and was shared on Instagram by fashion commentator Diet Paratha.
  • Crafted entirely in Louis Vuitton’s Monogram canvas and buttery leather, the sculptural piece features miniature wheels, handlebars and three-dimensional detailing.
  • The handbag’s viral spread generated thousands of humorous social media reactions that celebrated its whimsical nod to everyday Indian life.
  • Positioned as a limited-edition collector’s item, the bag is expected to carry a hefty luxury price tag and serve more as art than a daily accessory.
  • The design underscores a growing movement of global luxury houses integrating Indian street culture and craftsmanship into high-fashion innovations.