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If life is a journey, then our most interesting stories come from traveling. Such was the case with Welsh former model and creative director-at-large, Grace Coddington. From a convent-educated teen who never had holiday excursions, her deep interest in style made her venture beyond her comfort zone until she became one of the most well-known names in the fashion industry (notably remembered for her flaming red hair and profound fondness for felines).
It’s no coincidence that Louis Vuitton’s new collection is an ode to Coddington. After all, what would a free-spirited adventurer be without the right travel companions? It’s a sentiment these voyage-experienced local celebrities agree with. Going on a trip, they believe, has to be both practical and stylish.
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Gabbi Garcia
Gabbi Garcia is all about that chill-but-chic life. Barcelona, Spain, is her capital of choice for the art, culture, and food. For a city so vibrant and demanding, you need a bag that can keep up without missing a beat. Her pick is the Louis Vuitton Neverfull Inside Out GM, which she says is spacious enough that “you can basically dump everything inside and it still looks the best.”
Bela Padilla
You can tell a lot about a traveler by what they carry, and Bela Padilla is certainly a study of sweet efficiency. Her top picks? A versatile maroon Louis Vuitton jacket that’s perfect for layering, and the Louis Vuitton Grace Coddington Passport Cover since the design reminds her of her own cat. While she loves traveling back to London, she also finds beauty in the landscapes of Zurich, Switzerland.
Janine Gutierrez
When you think of a fun but elegant explorer, you think of Janine Gutierrez. Her luggage of choice is the Louis Vuitton Horizon 55 Business. She says it has that “classic sophistication that LV is known for,” and the fun designs of Grace Coddington make it even more exciting to travel. For her, a little bit of luxury can go a long way, hence her belief that her most functional gear is also a statement of her personal style.
Camille Co-Koro
There’s a reason the Louis Vuitton Speedy has been an icon for decades, and Camille Co-Koro knows this better than anyone. A fun fact is that her first one had been her mom’s. She feels that the Grace Coddington Speedy 20 Bandoulière is the most “forgiving” out of all the styles because when you travel, you need a piece that works with everything. She’s not wrong in this.
Mond Gutierrez
Mond Gutierrez shares his love for the Louis Vuitton Keepall with a fond anecdote. He remembers saving up and using his first paycheck in show business at nineteen to get himself one. And with the Grace Coddington Keepall Bandoulière 45, he admits he’s happy to see a new reiteration of the timeless bag that he has a personal connection with.
The Cat’s Out of The Bag
A great journey, at its heart, is as much about the stories you collect as it is about the places you see. With the right companions, these expeditions can become even more memorable. Just as Grace Coddington turned her curiosity into a lifelong adventure, these traveling stars move through the world with intention and a touch of personal flair. Ultimately, the art of stylish travel is in how you carry yourself and your most treasured essentials along the way.
Photographed by SANDRO PAREDES
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