Louis Vuitton presented its Fall/Winter 2017-18 women's collection at the Marly Courtyard of the Louvre in Paris on March 7th at 6:30 PM (March 8th, 2:30 AM Japan time). Since its founding, Louis Vuitton has continued to approach "borders" through design and savoir-faire. This theme also seems to be a major theme for Artistic Director Nicolas Ghesquière. What does this mean in a globalized world? In a world where everything has become borderless, his answer was the "nomad" style, where travel is at the core of life. This collection presented a mixed style born from such obscure concepts as the fusion of modern cities and faraway lands, the boundary between masculine and feminine, the moment when day and night slowly blend, and the encounter between the Maison's tradition and the future. The collection was based on Ghesquière's signature authentic sporty style. Classic American sportswear was enhanced with Slavic accents, while jackets and blousons with voluminous sleeves and urban silhouettes incorporated a nostalgic folklore element. A traditional houndstooth-patterned jacket featured contrasting elements made of leather and jersey, while skater-style chains around the pants added a rock element. Feminine miniskirts and cropped pants were the foundation of the collection. Menswear-inspired square-toe side-gored boots were worn. Evening dresses featured distinctive floral prints on patterns that mixed materials like silk, organza, and lace. This season, the Maison's sophisticated techniques and skillful expression explored a new style that transcends borders, cultures, and time. While it was a bit disappointing that the Maison's signature leather bags didn't make a big impact, Ghesquière's vision of style was clearly conveyed to the audience. As a Japanese person, it was also interesting to see new model Miki Ehara making her Paris Fashion Week debut.