Last Updated:July 02, 2025, 08:43 IST
Louis Vuitton’s new autorickshaw-shaped bag turns Indian street style into high-fashion whimsy.
LV’s autorickshaw bag is steering fashion in a bold new direction
Louis Vuitton’s Men’s Spring/Summer 2026 collection has the fashion world buzzing and this time, India takes center stage. The luxury house has drawn inspiration from Indian craftsmanship, but the pièce de résistance? A handbag shaped like an autorickshaw, blending kitsch with couture in the most unexpected way.
LV’s Autorickshaw Bag Goes Viral
Unveiled during a re-see session and not on the official runway, the bag was first spotted and shared by anonymous fashion commentator Diet Paratha, who posted photos on Instagram with the cheeky caption: “Did this bag just colonise me? Jokingggggg… NRIs are gonna go crazy for this one tho.” He added, “Really wish they had showcased this on the runway last night. I spotted it on top of a shelf during the re-see this morning.”
Crafted in Louis Vuitton’s signature monogrammed leather, the bag reimagines India’s iconic three-wheeled auto in buttery textures, complete with miniature handlebars and wheels. It’s a sculptural piece that blurs the line between high fashion and street nostalgia — a whimsical nod to the chaos and charm of Indian roads.
A History of Playful Silhouettes
Louis Vuitton is no stranger to novelty shapes from airplanes to lobsters, the maison has long leaned into unexpected accessories. But this autorickshaw version hits differently, thanks to its cultural specificity and bold visual storytelling. While pricing details remain under wraps, the bag is expected to come with a hefty luxury price tag, making it more of a collector’s art piece than an everyday carryall.
Social Media Reacts with Humor and Sass
The bag set Instagram ablaze, with fashion lovers and meme-makers alike weighing in. “Middle-class struggle is high-class couture,” one user quipped. Another joked, “If I see a South Delhi aunty stepping out of her Audi with this, I will become violent.”
Some couldn’t resist the punchlines: “NEED! But I’ll wait for the Chandni Chowk version,” said one commenter. “Is an auto now cheaper than this bag?” asked another. Someone even suggested, “So are they going to price it by the meter?” while a final user deadpanned, “Can someone put a hamster in it?”
India in the Fashion Spotlight
With this daring design, Louis Vuitton joins a growing list of global fashion houses drawing from Indian aesthetics and street culture. Whether you see it as a celebration, a gimmick, or both one thing’s for sure: this autorickshaw bag is driving fashion conversations worldwide.
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