You’re no doubt fully aware that (just like any other major fashion brand), Louis Vuitton likes to take full advantage of their brand ambassadors. Subsequent to signing on the dotted line with the storied French fashion house in 2023, Zendaya has since fronted advertising campaigns for the Capucines handbags and worked looks designed by Louis Vuitton creative director Nicolas Ghesquière like there’s no tomorrow. As a result, it comes as no surprise to see Zendaya become the face and embodiment of the Louis Vuitton x Murakami collection for 2025. The multi-faceted American actress teams up with Inez van Lamsweerde & Vinoodh Matadin for the occasion, captured with their photographic studio and super-imposed onto various cityscape backdrops. The kitschy campaign imagery is complete with styling from Law Roach.

Zendaya for the 2025 Louis Vuitton x Murakami Campaign:

Read below the reactions of theFashionSpot’s forum members:

“I&V have gone so downhill and pedestrian with their photography. Everything they shoot screams cheap,” immediately criticized Gabriel29.

“It’s flat and bland in the worst possible way,” Norden chimed in.

“Really not loving the America’s Next Top Model style of posing and photography,” voiced GivenchyHomme.

Yet not everyone was left so disappointed. “Love it! I love how unapologetically in your face the Murakami illustrations are and I love how it harkens back to I&V’s earlier 90s work with the superimposed backgrounds,” admired forum member mikel.

“I love it! So tacky, so purposefully cheap, so pop,” GivenchyAddict enthused.

Fashionsavvvvvy commented: “It’s very youthful and in the Y2K trend. I think it represents the mood of the collaboration well.”

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Welcome back to theFashionSpot’s Top Picks shopping series, where we shine a spotlight upon the collections of just about every major fashion house. For our first installment of 2025, we’re taking a deep dive into the highly-anticipated Louis Vuitton x Murakami collection. Two decades have passed since the sought-after and iconic collaboration with Takashi Murakami in 2003. Louis Vuitton and the celebrated Japanese artist present a striking re-edition for 2025, unveiling over 200 pieces and the return of beloved LV icons.

From the Speedy Bandoulière adorned with the multi-colored motif to the signature Horizon 55 suitcase is joyfully uplifted in vibrant multicolored coated canvas – shop theFashionSpot’s top picks from the 2025 Louis Vuitton x Murakami collection:

#1 Speedy Bandoulière 25:

A classic design detailed with two top handles and a removable adjustable strap. Golden padlock and corner details nod to Louis Vuitton’s emblematic travel trunks (Priced at $3,200.00).

#2 Romy Card Holder:

The Romy card holder is both practical and playful in a fresh colorway inspired by the Japanese artist’s go-to rainbow palette. Subtly signed all over in Monogram Empreinte leather. Flat pocket vibrantly highlighted with multicolored Monogram coated canvas. Coin pocket secured with a golden zipper trimmed with a Panda-shaped pull as a final seasonal flourish (Priced at $630.00).

#3 Iconic Superflat Key Holder:

A multi-use piece composed of Murakami’s unique interpretation of the House logo: LV Hands. Executed in meticulously crafted brass. The LV is attached by a gold-tone chain to an engraved snap hook, accented with two Superflat floral motifs (Priced at $470.00).

#4 Monogram Superflat Square 90 Scarf:

Elegance and whimsy combine in the LV x TM Monogram Superflat square scarf. Printed in vibrant colors against an all-over tonal Monogram background. Generous dimensions this versatile, pure-silk scarf invites a host of creative styling options (Priced at $515.00).

#5 Alma BB:

Originally inspired by a 1930s Art Deco design, this edition of the Alma BB has a celebratory spirit in the Louis Vuitton x Murakami collection’s multicolored Monogram coated canvas, which draws on the Japanese artist’s playful palette. The House’s natural cowhide leather adds an emblematic touch to the refined Toron top handles, the bottom, the removable strap, and the exclusive LV x TM keybell (Priced at $2,830.00).

#6 6AM Flat Mule:

Chic and cheerful. The 6AM flat mule signed all over with the iconic Monogram motif in upbeat rainbow tones as part of the re-edition of the Louis Vuitton x Murakami collection. Strap detailed with studded bands of natural cowhide leather and trimmed with bows for a final flourish (Priced at $970.00).

#7 Superflat Necklace:

Designed to create a fashionable layered effect. Features the whimsical LV Hands emblem, executed in meticulously detailed colored enamel. Murakami’s playful Panda accompanies a dainty cluster of gold-tone Monogram charms (Priced at $1,070.00).

#8 Nice Mini:

Rounded boxy shape finished with a top handle and a double zipper fastening. Crafted from Monogram coated canvas. Playfully accented with vibrant rainbow tones inspired by the signature palette of renowned Japanese artist Takashi Murakami. An inside flat pocket organizes essentials. A washable lining completes the design with a practical touch (Priced at $1,610.00).

#9 LV x TM Horizon 55:

The signature Horizon 55 suitcase joyfully uplifted in vibrant multicolored Monogram coated canvas. Crafted in a convenient cabin size with compact wheels. Adjustable Trolley system and a secure zipper closure complete with a TSA combination lock (Priced at $4,150.00).

#10 LV x TM Venice:

Crafted from coated canvas. Slim shoulder straps highlighted in natural cowhide leather. Scaled-up golden tuck locks add a chic metallic accent to the flap and two outside pockets (Priced at $4,300.00).

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