
31 Jan 2025
When two icons collide, the result is nothing short of extraordinary. In an audacious fusion of high fashion and luxury travel, RIMOWA has joined forces with Rick Owens to unveil the limited-edition RIMOWA x Rick Owens Original Cabin Bronze—a masterpiece that reimagines mobility with a dark, raw, and unapologetic edge.
Since 1898, RIMOWA has pushed the boundaries of craftsmanship, and this latest collaboration is no exception. Infused with Owens’s avant-garde aesthetic and RIMOWA’s heritage of aluminium mastery, the Original Cabin Bronze is more than just a suitcase; it is an extension of the modern nomad’s artistic identity. Crafted in Germany, this luggage piece embodies the essence of resilience and individuality, standing as a bold statement of travel redefined.
Owens, known for his dystopian elegance, envisioned a piece that would evolve with its owner. The suitcase’s patinated aluminium finish, meticulously hand-applied, ensures no two pieces are identical. With time, its surface deepens, much like a cherished bronze sculpture, drawing inspiration from Giacometti, Brâncu?i, and Richard Serra. Inside, the reinvention continues—marking a first for RIMOWA, the entire interior is wrapped in sumptuous leather, sourced directly from Rick Owens. The brand’s signature Flex Dividers, usually a hallmark of structured organisation, take on a new identity in this reimagined luxury cocoon.
Adding an unexpected touch, each suitcase is accompanied by an exclusive luggage tag crafted from genuine hair-on cowskin, developed in Italy under Owens’s visionary direction. Its natural coarse texture juxtaposes the sleek minimalism of RIMOWA’s industrial design, reinforcing the collection’s theme of duality—where art meets utility, and chaos meets control.
True to both brands' ethos, the branding remains deliberately discreet. A subtle emblem on the exterior logo badge, embossed leather detailing inside, and refined leather straps bearing both names speak volumes in hushed luxury. Limited to only 500 numbered pieces, this covetable collector’s item is backed by RIMOWA’s unconditional Lifetime Guarantee, ensuring that while trends may fade, its presence endures.
The RIMOWA x Rick Owens Original Cabin Bronze has already landed in select RIMOWA and Rick Owens boutiques worldwide, including South Korea and Singapore, as well as online at RIMOWA.com and RickOwens.eu. For those seeking a suitcase that is not just luggage but a declaration of style, this is the ultimate travel companion—one that doesn’t just carry essentials but embodies them.