A collaboration with Virgil Abloh, the Louis Vuitton Upcycle Trainer, released in 2021, features designs created from pre-existing LV trainers. This is seen in the mix and match of colors and materials. The limited colorway features a blue and white calfskin upper, suede tongue and contrasting teal shoelaces. The shoe creatively integrates Louis Vuitton and Virgil Abloh’s signatures, including handwritten annotations, loose sewing threads and an iridescent tag accessory.

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Louis Vuitton Upcycled LV Trainer Sneakers - Black Sneakers, Shoes - LOU793523

This first eco-designed version of the lv trainer sneaker is made with 90% sustainable materials, including recycled polyester and bio-based materials for the upper, and recycled polyurethane for the outsole. The lv upcycling logo is used as a print on the upper, which is also signed with the lv initials in recycled polyurethane. This iconic model was designed by virgil abloh, who drew inspiration from vintage basketball sneakers.