Louis Vuitton - Stephen Sprouse launch party

Now Louis Vuitton is not the first name that springs to mind when you mention the words ‘urban' and ‘skateboarder', but they've gone all downtown on us to launch a new collection in tribute to the late graffiti artist and fashion designer, Stephen Sprouse. The façade of the boutique store in New York's SoHo got a graffiti artists' once-over in neon shades, accompanied by a six foot light installation of the Sprouse rose motif. All this acted as a backdrop for cocktails and canapés to launch the Louis Vuitton collection of graffiti inspired printed T-shirts and accessories. A designer wearing their heart on their hoody? Whatever next?! Grace Cowlard

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