Louis Vuitton has created a monogram rugby ball in honor of the 2019 Rugby World Cup. For the design, Louis Vuitton collaborated with Dan Carter, a prominent New Zealand All Blacks player. The specialty monogram rugby ball will be available to customers on September 20th at certain Louis Vuitton locations.
The designer rugby ball will be a limited edition make, with only 112 pieces going into production. The rugby ball's design features a gray 'Monogram Eclipse' canvas, as well as black leather and black stitching. The rugby ball also comes with a carrying strap that displays Louis Vuitton's branding.
The carrying strap holds both points of the ball and has an extending loop for the owner to carry the ball with, with the strap to be be signed by Dan Carter. The Rugby ball also comes with a t-shirt, which is also a limited edition.
Commemorative Designer Rugby Balls
Louis Vuitton Created a Monogram Rugby Ball for the World Cup
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