The Louis Vuitton: Virgil Abloh Ultimate Edition is now available on Complex, offering one of the most comprehensive and beautifully crafted tributes to one of fashion’s most influential figures. More than a coffee table book, this Assouline release stands as a cultural artifact — documenting how Virgil Abloh reshaped luxury, streetwear, and creative leadership in the 21st century.
When Virgil Abloh was appointed Men’s Artistic Director at Louis Vuitton in 2018, the moment instantly became fashion history. He was the first Black American to lead a major European luxury house, and his arrival marked a clear shift in what luxury could represent. Abloh didn’t just design collections — he built bridges between worlds that had long existed separately. Streetwear met couture. Hip-hop met heritage. Youth culture met a centuries-old fashion institution.
Across his tenure, Abloh transformed Louis Vuitton’s menswear into a global cultural platform. His runway shows felt closer to immersive art installations than traditional fashion presentations, often layered with themes of identity, belonging, and accessibility. From the rainbow-colored debut collection in Paris to his emotionally charged final shows, Abloh consistently blurred the lines between fashion, music, architecture, and art.
The Ultimate Edition captures this legacy in a way few fashion books ever do.
Published by Assouline and made in Italy, the book arrives housed in a luxurious clamshell case wrapped in printed silk with elegant foil stamping. It also includes white cotton gloves and a signature Louis Vuitton canvas tote, reinforcing that this isn’t just a book — it’s a collector’s object designed for archival display.
Inside, the volume documents Abloh’s complete creative journey at Louis Vuitton, featuring:
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Full runway imagery
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Behind-the-scenes sketches and concepts
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Campaign visuals and collaborations
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Personal notes and design philosophy
It’s a visual narrative of how Abloh used fashion as a language to speak about culture, power, and imagination — all while keeping one foot firmly planted in the streets.
For collectors, creatives, and anyone invested in fashion history, this edition functions as both inspiration and documentation. It preserves a moment when luxury stopped talking at culture and finally started listening to it.
Where to Buy Louis Vuitton: Virgil Abloh Ultimate Edition
The Louis Vuitton: Virgil Abloh Ultimate Edition is available now via Complex. Given its limited nature and high demand among fashion collectors, availability is expected to fluctuate.
This isn’t just a book you flip through — it’s a piece of modern design history. A reminder that Virgil Abloh didn’t just change Louis Vuitton. He changed how an entire generation sees creativity, access, and what it truly means to belong in luxury.
