Rimowa and Maison Margiela Explore the Beauty of Wear and Time

Rimowa and Maison Margiela partner for a trip across time and use. A limited-edition collection reimagines the Classic Cabin suitcase and Maison Margiela’s 5AC XL bag through a fusion of the two brands’ distinct design philosophies—time becomes visible, use becomes beauty, and lived experience becomes a design concept. 

Both pieces pair the luggage maker’s aviation-inspired grooves with Bianchetto, the Paris house’s white overpainting technique. The paint cracks with use, giving each piece a patina of its own. Both come with a bespoke leather tag that combines a luggage address tag with the 5AC’s key bell.

The Classic Cabin is that rare suitcase that gets more interesting once you open it. A white lining, leather details, exposed stitching, and overlocked edges give the interior the inside-out look of a Margiela garment. On the exterior, four slanted white stitches finish the aluminum logo badge. The suitcase retains its stepless telescopic handle, Multiwheel system, and TSA-approved locks.

 

 

The 5AC XL takes its cues from the suitcase’s exterior, with grooves sculpted directly into the leather using a high-frequency technique. A leather crossbody strap lets you carry the bag on its own, while removable leather loops secure it atop the Classic Cabin so the grooves on the two pieces line up.

 

The Rimowa x Maison Margiela collboration will be available November 19, 2026, at select stores from both brands and online at rimowa.com and maisonmargiela.com.