{"id":1871,"date":"2022-05-16T10:36:27","date_gmt":"2022-05-16T02:36:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/shopping\/louis-vuitton-capucines\/"},"modified":"2026-11-10T22:24:09","modified_gmt":"2026-11-10T14:24:09","slug":"louis-vuitton-capucines","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/preview.itp.luxury\/baz-my-2\/shopping\/louis-vuitton-capucines\/","title":{"rendered":"The Makings of an Icon"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"bz-embed\"><p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xLBEBd6Un0U\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap wp-block-paragraph\">When it comes to handbags of exceptional quality, Louis Vuitton\u2019s Capucines remains a highly covetable must-have in one\u2019s fashionable wardrobe. Seen on the arms of many celebrities, the bag first made its debut in 2013 and since its introduction, its steady rise to prominence within the industry grew at an extraordinary pace. Its revered status as an It bag is hardly surprising: its structured yet feminine silhouette and versatile temperament provides a polished finish to any outfit, making it a reliable everyday companion that will see you through seasonal trends no matter the time and occasion.<\/p>\n<div class=\"px-4 md:px-8 max-w-[1100px] mx-auto\">\t<figure class=\"my-10  max-w-[560px] mx-auto\">\n\t\t<div class=\"relative  bg-stone overflow-hidden\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1000\/1230\"><img width=\"1000\" height=\"1230\" src=\"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/4-rue-Neuve-des-Capucines_first-LV-store-1854.jpg\" class=\"absolute inset-0 size-full object-cover\" alt=\"\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1024px) 960px, 100vw\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/4-rue-Neuve-des-Capucines_first-LV-store-1854.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/4-rue-Neuve-des-Capucines_first-LV-store-1854-244x300.jpg 244w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/4-rue-Neuve-des-Capucines_first-LV-store-1854-833x1024.jpg 833w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/4-rue-Neuve-des-Capucines_first-LV-store-1854-768x945.jpg 768w\" \/><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With its perfectly balanced design that marries practicality with a striking silhouette, the bag embodies the Maison\u2019s rich heritage and timeless ethos. In fact, the bag borrows its christened name from Louis Vuitton\u2019s very first store at 4 <em>Rue Neuve-des-Capucines<\/em>. Situated at the heart of a historical location dedicated to artisanal craftsmanship and luxury goods, the Maison\u2019s exclusive address\u2014<em>Rue Neuve-des-Capucines <\/em>is adjacent to <em>Place Vend<\/em><em>\u00f4<\/em><em>me<\/em>, <em>Rue Saint Honor\u00e9 <\/em>and the Imperial residence, <em>Palais des Tuileries<\/em>\u2014was without a doubt, <em>the<\/em> place to be. The area was often frequented by French aristocracy and the wealthy who indulged themselves in Louis Vuitton\u2019s highly sought-after trunks and immaculate services.<\/p>\n<div class=\"px-4 md:px-8 max-w-[1100px] mx-auto\">\t<figure class=\"my-10  \">\n\t\t<div class=\"relative  bg-stone overflow-hidden\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1000\/648\"><img width=\"1000\" height=\"648\" src=\"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Arrondissement-de-Paris-map.jpg\" class=\"absolute inset-0 size-full object-cover\" alt=\"\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1024px) 960px, 100vw\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Arrondissement-de-Paris-map.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Arrondissement-de-Paris-map-300x194.jpg 300w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Arrondissement-de-Paris-map-768x498.jpg 768w\" \/><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to its name, the Capucines incorporates the \u201cfounding spirit of Louis Vuitton\u201d through minute and meaningful touches peppered throughout its understated yet sophisticated fa\u00e7ade. Firstly, the bag utilizes one of the most emblematic leathers at Louis Vuitton: the Taurillon leather. The leather\u2019s unique texture, softness and suppleness are achieved through an ingenious process that results in a rich and even colour throughout. Over time, the leather gains an \u201cinimitable patina\u201d that enhances its richness and depth even further.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Maison\u2019s \u201chistorical design heritage\u201d is also represented through the metal hardware that punctuates the bag\u2019s flawless fa\u00e7ade. The brass rivets on the handle rings recall designs made by Georges Vuitton (Louis Vuitton\u2019s eldest son) in 1896, while the protective studs at the bottom of the bag exemplify the Maison\u2019s trunk making profession. Finally, the emblematic LV monogram is referenced through a petal-shaped flap that is elevated with a petite monogram flower and of course, the distinctive LV initials that sit proudly at the centre of the bag.<\/p>\n<div class=\"px-4 md:px-8 max-w-[1100px] mx-auto\">\t<figure class=\"my-12 md:-mx-16\">\n\t\t<div class=\"grid grid-cols-2 gap-3 md:gap-6 relative items-start\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"relative aspect-[3\/2] bg-stone overflow-hidden\"><img width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Capucines-Sketch.jpg\" class=\"absolute inset-0 size-full object-cover\" alt=\"Louis Vuitton Capucines\" sizes=\"50vw\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Capucines-Sketch.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Capucines-Sketch-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Capucines-Sketch-768x512.jpg 768w\" \/><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"mt-2 max-w-xs\"><span class=\"caption\"><\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"relative aspect-[3\/2] bg-stone overflow-hidden\"><img width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Assembling-the-bag_more-than-250-handcrafted-operations.jpg\" class=\"absolute inset-0 size-full object-cover\" alt=\"Louis Vuitton Capucines\" sizes=\"50vw\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Assembling-the-bag_more-than-250-handcrafted-operations.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Assembling-the-bag_more-than-250-handcrafted-operations-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Assembling-the-bag_more-than-250-handcrafted-operations-768x512.jpg 768w\" \/><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"mt-2 max-w-xs\"><span class=\"caption\"><\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/figure>\n<\/div><div class=\"px-4 md:px-8 max-w-[1100px] mx-auto\">\t<figure class=\"my-12 md:-mx-16\">\n\t\t<div class=\"grid grid-cols-2 gap-3 md:gap-6 relative items-start\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"relative aspect-[3\/2] bg-stone overflow-hidden\"><img width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Capucines-11.jpg\" class=\"absolute inset-0 size-full object-cover\" alt=\"Louis Vuitton Capucines\" sizes=\"50vw\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Capucines-11.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Capucines-11-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Capucines-11-768x512.jpg 768w\" \/><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"mt-2 max-w-xs\"><span class=\"caption\"><\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"relative aspect-[3\/2] bg-stone overflow-hidden\"><img width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Brass-nail-heads-rivetd-on-the-handle-ring.jpg\" class=\"absolute inset-0 size-full object-cover\" alt=\"\" sizes=\"50vw\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Brass-nail-heads-rivetd-on-the-handle-ring.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Brass-nail-heads-rivetd-on-the-handle-ring-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Brass-nail-heads-rivetd-on-the-handle-ring-768x512.jpg 768w\" \/><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"mt-2 max-w-xs\"><span class=\"caption\"><\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/figure>\n<\/div><div class=\"px-4 md:px-8 max-w-[1100px] mx-auto\">\t<figure class=\"my-12 md:-mx-16 grid grid-cols-12 gap-3 md:gap-6 items-start\">\n\t\t<div class=\"col-span-7\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"relative aspect-[4\/5] bg-stone overflow-hidden\"><img width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Monogram-flower-on-the-flap.jpg\" class=\"absolute inset-0 size-full object-cover\" alt=\"Louis Vuitton Capucines\" sizes=\"40vw\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Monogram-flower-on-the-flap.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Monogram-flower-on-the-flap-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Monogram-flower-on-the-flap-768x512.jpg 768w\" \/><\/div>\n\t\t\t<p class=\"mt-2 max-w-sm\"><span class=\"caption\"><\/span><\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"col-span-5 flex flex-col gap-3 md:gap-6 md:pt-10\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"relative aspect-square bg-stone overflow-hidden\"><img width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Attaching-the-LV-insignia.jpg\" class=\"absolute inset-0 size-full object-cover\" alt=\"\" sizes=\"25vw\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Attaching-the-LV-insignia.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Attaching-the-LV-insignia-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Attaching-the-LV-insignia-768x512.jpg 768w\" \/><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"relative aspect-square bg-stone overflow-hidden\"><img width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Dyeing-the-edges.jpg\" class=\"absolute inset-0 size-full object-cover\" alt=\"\" sizes=\"25vw\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Dyeing-the-edges.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Dyeing-the-edges-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Dyeing-the-edges-768x512.jpg 768w\" \/><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Blending modern design with heritage notes seamlessly, the Capucines is a true testament to Louis Vuitton\u2019s DNA and savoir-faire. Its unassuming simplicity belies a complex architecture and process that requires 250 different steps to create. Assembled and stitched by the most experienced of artisans in the Maison\u2019s ateliers, the bag\u2019s creation is an amalgamation of creativity, highly skilled techniques and years of know-how resulting in a clean canvas that is perfect for seasonal variations and experimentation. Indeed, the bag has since inspired many fanciful iterations seen through the eyes of renowned artists from around the world. Through the <a href=\"https:\/\/harpersbazaar.my\/fashion\/louis-vuittons-limited-edition-artycapucines-returns\/\">ArtyCapcucines<\/a> project, Louis Vuitton\u2019s signature bag has been transformed into contemporary pieces of art further cementing its iconic status.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s no denying the appeal of the Capucines and its enriching narrative. A symbol of contemporary femininity and elegance, the Louis Vuitton Capucines is the very embodiment of the Maison\u2019s quest for longevity and finesse, steeped in excellence, creativity and artisanal craft.<\/p>\n<div class=\"px-4 md:px-8 max-w-[1100px] mx-auto\">\t<figure class=\"my-10  \">\n\t\t<div class=\"relative  bg-stone overflow-hidden\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1000\/667\"><img width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Capucines-6.jpg\" class=\"absolute inset-0 size-full object-cover\" alt=\"\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1024px) 960px, 100vw\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Capucines-6.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Capucines-6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Capucines-6-768x512.jpg 768w\" \/><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2013 \u2013 \u2013 \u2013 \u2013<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>This article originally appeared in Harper\u2019s BAZAAR Malaysia May 2022 issue, out now on newsstands.<\/em><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>More on the Capucines <a href=\"https:\/\/harpersbazaar.my\/fashion\/louis-vuittons-capucines-makes-an-appearance-in-cruella\/\">HERE<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Louis Vuitton Capucines handbag encapsulates the Maison\u2019s rich heritage entrenched in exceptional craftsmanship.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":1882,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"bzd_title_left":"","bzd_title_right":"","footnotes":"","bz_kicker":"","bz_opener":"classic","bz_photographer":"","bz_hero_caption":"","bz_hero_credit":"","bz_hero_clip":0,"bz_inset":0,"bz_tile_image":0,"bz_clip":0,"bz_tile_dek":"","bz_reading_time":"","bz_duration":"","bz_feature_small":0,"bz_feature_medium":0,"bz_feature_quote":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[698,46],"bz_slot":[],"class_list":["post-1871","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-shopping","tag-capucines","tag-louis-vuitton"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/preview.itp.luxury\/baz-my-2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1871","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/preview.itp.luxury\/baz-my-2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/preview.itp.luxury\/baz-my-2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/preview.itp.luxury\/baz-my-2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/11"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/preview.itp.luxury\/baz-my-2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1871"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/preview.itp.luxury\/baz-my-2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1871\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3393,"href":"https:\/\/preview.itp.luxury\/baz-my-2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1871\/revisions\/3393"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/preview.itp.luxury\/baz-my-2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1882"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/preview.itp.luxury\/baz-my-2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1871"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/preview.itp.luxury\/baz-my-2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1871"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/preview.itp.luxury\/baz-my-2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1871"},{"taxonomy":"bz_slot","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/preview.itp.luxury\/baz-my-2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/bz_slot?post=1871"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}