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The ‘It’ Pieces: Filipino Style Stars Mond, Gabbie, and LA Spotlight Their Louis Vuitton Men’s S/S ’26 Faves

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<p>Shown at the <strong>Centre Pompidou</strong> in Paris, <strong>Louis Vuitton </strong>presented their latest S<strong>pring/Summer Men’s 2026 </strong>collection in Paris Fashion Week. Influenced by Indian sartorialism, tradition, and modernity—and quite surprisingly, Snakes and Ladders. Joining this star-studded show was our very own style stars <strong>Mond Gutierrez</strong>, <strong>Gabbie Mariano</strong>, and <strong>LA Aguinaldo</strong>,<strong></strong> who each shared their favorite bits about the show. </p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Behind The Vision </strong><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/175084292448710.png" style="width:1000px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></strong><br/></div><p><strong>Pharrell Williams</strong>, current Louis Vuitton’s Men’s Creative Director, blends Indian tradition, nature, and craftsmanship with Parisian elegance and relaxed streetwear.</p><p>Architect <strong>Bijoy Jain </strong>of <strong>Studio Mumbai </strong>crafted a life-size game of Snakes and Ladders as the runway of the show. The board game that originated in India was hand painted on wood transforming the audience into players of the game. Inspired by the relationship between man and nature—and the highs and lows of life—the collection fused refined tailoring, outdoor wear, and earthy, Indian-inspired fabric tones.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Collection in Color and Harmony </strong><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/175084293752711.png" style="width:1000px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></strong><br/></div><p>The color scheme of the men’s collection is deeply influenced by the fabric’s organic responses to the dyes-brining sun-faded colors: beige, purples, and blues.</p><p>The collection is brought to life by an original soundtrack composed and produced by Pharrell Williams, enhancing the experience with rhythm and emotion. Through both music and design, Pharrell channels his spirit as a storyteller of the collection—blending creativity and vision into every detail. </p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Style Stars at Louis Vuitton</strong></div><p>Metro spotted at the Fashion show: La Aguinaldo, Gabbie Mariano, and Mond Gutirrez, all decked in Louis Vuitton, described their favourite pieces and looks from the collection.  </p><div><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17508426702877.png" style="width:1000px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p>LA Aguinaldo, a model and social media content creator, treasures the green duffle bag embellished with multicolored rhinestones: “The bejeweled bag reminds me of an heirloom—like something you’d pass down to the next generation,” he shares. The bag was styled with a green knit sweater and brown slacks, creating a cohesive, earthy palette.</p><p>As for his favorite look, LA chose a pink wool sweater paired with light beige pants and the iconic Speedy P9 bag—an ensemble that perfectly captures the tone of relaxed elegance.</p><div><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17508426970869.png" style="width:1000px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p>Social media content creator <strong>Gabbie Mariano </strong>had a different take on what he enjoyed from this show. “The relaxed tailoring paired with the chunky flip flops screams effortless! A little boho chic yet with a preppy flair,” he says on his favorite look. The plaid jacket layered over a grey shirt, paired with uniquely cut beige jeans that strike a balance between a relaxed yet refined look. Brown slippers complete the outfit and reflect the show’s sun-worn, laid-back theme.</p><div><br/></div><p>His favorite piece is the Speedy P9 duffle bag, featuring a soft, faded blue shade—almost purple—with light brown leather straps, capturing the collection’s worn-in elegance.</p><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17508427106458.png" style="width:1000px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p><strong>Mond Gutierre</strong>z also shares his standout look from the Louis Vuitton Spring-Summer 2026 show: “One of my favorite looks from the Louis Vuitton S/S ‘26 show is this terracotta leather trench, cut from supple leather and styled with silky pajama  pants and elevated flip-flops. There’s an ease to it that feels effortless and modern. The contrast between structure and softness is what made this look stand out to me.”</p><p>The look reflects the collection’s recurring theme of balance—pairing bold, architectural outerwear with relaxed silhouettes and sun-softened textures. For Mond, the refined interplay of luxury and ease made it both striking and wearable.</p><p>When it came to accessories, Mond was especially drawn to the structured top-handle bags crafted from exotic skins. Their classic, elegant appearance—stripped of flashy logos and overt hardware—stood out to him as a symbol of a “new era of statement-making,” one rooted in craftsmanship, materiality, and timeless design.</p><div><br/></div><p>Louis Vuitton Men’s S/S ‘26 collection beautifully captures a sense of harmony through its inspiration drawn from Indian culture and nature. With standout moments from Filipino style stars LA Aguinaldo, Gabbie Mariano, and Mond Gutierrez, the show proved that true style lies in the details, and storytelling is woven into every fashion piece. Every detail of the collection ties up the theme from the color scheme, stage, fabrics, and tailoring. </p><div><br/></div><div><em>Banner photos by Joel Camacho courtesy of Mond, Gabbie, and LA</em></div><div><em>Photos courtesy of Louis Vuitton</em></div>

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The ‘It’ Pieces: Filipino Style Stars Mond, Gabbie, and LA Spotlight Their Louis Vuitton Men’s S/S ’26 Faves

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The ‘It’ Pieces: Filipino Style Stars Mond, Gabbie, and LA Spotlight Their Louis Vuitton Men’s S/S ’26 Faves

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Published June 25, 2025 05:17 PM PHT

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