Whereas their characteristic line is certainly timeless, Stephen Sprouse’s touch was much appreciated by the crowd that’s looking to stand out a bit, definitely drawing attention to individuality. Set against the classic Louis Vuitton print, Sprouse and Jacobs added neon graffiti and rose prints to these classic bags.  They produced not only Louis Vuitton handbags from this collection, but scarves, accessories, shoes, and a number of gimmick items, each greeted with equally overwhelming enthusiasm and dismay.

Even LV handbags most loyal customers can’t seem to make up their mind if they love the Louis Vuitton Stephen Sprouse line, or deplore it.  Some say it’s kitsch, some say it’s art.  There are even those fashionistas on the hottest LV bag blog spots not really knowing how to digest the whole thing. The 2001 line certainly brought equally its share of criticism with the accolades, with many accusing Louis Vuitton as being kitschy and trying to appeal too much to the pre-teen crowd.  Is it for people who like to play with their fashion, refusing to make fashion a chore, or for those so snobby they’ll only wear the bag once to a movie premier and then donate it to charity?  What’s for sure is that the LV bags, clothes and accessories in the collection were an instant sold-out, acquainting a different-minded LV clientele with the classic label. Some swear by the romantic rose pattern, others by the carefree feeling of the graffiti.  Others see the design simply as a breath of fresh air and promoting individualism.  No matter what your stance, the Sprouse-inspired, Jacobs-designed line is back, reminding us that fashion doesn’t have to be stodgy, and keeps us dreaming of a better world.