What measures did Louis Vuitton take to manage the extreme heat during the show?

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Louis Vuitton ramped up water supplies and added breaks to manage extreme heat during the show
Louis Vuitton said it took steps to manage the conditions during Pharrell Williams’ Louis Vuitton Men’s Spring-Summer 2027 collection show in Paris, which took place while parts of France were experiencing record-breaking heat. The company ramped up water supplies and increased breaks ahead of the show to improve working conditions for those involved.
Water supplies were increased for the show
A Louis Vuitton spokesman said the brand ramped up water supplies ahead of Williams’ show. This was stated in the context of the extreme temperatures in Paris during Men’s Fashion Week.
Breaks were increased to improve working conditions
The same spokesman said Louis Vuitton also increased breaks ahead of the show. The measure was framed as part of improving working conditions as people worked and watched during the event.
The show continued despite heat levels above 30°C
The show was held outside the Cité Universitaire, with temperatures remaining well above 30°C around 9pm local time. Even with widespread heat that saw parts of France near 40°C, the show was not cancelled.
Other labels adjusted timing, while Louis Vuitton focused on supplies and breaks
While some labels such as Dior and Rick Owens changed their schedules to hold shows in the morning, Louis Vuitton’s stated actions focused on water and breaks. FHCM said the heat had not led to cancellations, even as other scheduling changes were made.

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