Louis Vuitton and Le Café Cyril Lignac Take Flight at Heathrow
The latest collaboration between Louis Vuitton and celebrated chef Cyril Lignac brings a fusion of high fashion and gourmet dining to London Heathrow’s Terminal 2. This unique space offers travellers an exceptional experience, combining luxury shopping with elevated French cuisine.
Louis Vuitton continues to expand its luxurious footprint with the unveiling of a new store and Le Café Cyril Lignac at London Heathrow’s Terminal 2. This latest venture combines high-end fashion and exceptional dining, bringing together the craftsmanship of Louis Vuitton with the culinary brilliance of renowned French chef Cyril Lignac.
The new store, a striking architectural marvel, was designed in collaboration with Marc Fornes, founder of THEVERYMANY, a New York-based art and architecture studio. Known for its innovative, flowing structures, the studio has created a futuristic, aerodynamic façade that immediately draws attention within the bustling airport environment. This architectural collaboration with Fornes is not the first of its kind—Louis Vuitton previously worked with him to design a show-stopping pavilion for the 2023 Salone Internazionale del Mobile in Milan.
As travellers approach the store, they are met with a design that exudes motion, reflecting Louis Vuitton’s heritage of travel and exploration. The sleek, wave-like exterior creates a visual dialogue with the transient nature of the airport, providing a moment of calm and luxury amidst the hurried pace of international travel.
Upon entering, visitors are greeted by an interior that is as fluid and elegant as its exterior. The store predominantly features Louis Vuitton’s women’s collections, alongside a carefully curated selection of men’s accessories and leather goods. Every element, from the layout to the décor, has been meticulously designed to embody Maison’s timeless luxury while offering a sense of openness and tranquillity.
Beyond the shopping experience, Louis Vuitton introduces another layer of luxury with the launch of **Le Café Cyril Lignac**. This café marks the first collaboration between Louis Vuitton and chef Cyril Lignac in the UK, offering a sophisticated yet approachable dining experience for travellers. Known for his renowned restaurants, patisseries, and chocolate shops in Paris, Saint-Tropez, and London, Lignac brings his culinary expertise to this unique airport setting.
Le Café Cyril Lignac is a true extension of Louis Vuitton’s lifestyle philosophy, seamlessly integrated into the store’s open and futuristic design. The café provides both counter services for those on the go and a sit-down dining experience for travellers with time to enjoy a meal. The interior is warm and inviting, with vibrant orange and gold tones that contrast with the sleek store aesthetic, creating a lively and welcoming atmosphere.
Overhead, a collection of Quetzal Mobiles from Atelier oï, part of Louis Vuitton’s Objets Nomades collection, adds a whimsical touch to the space. These sculptural pieces depict birds in flight, further emphasizing the themes of travel and exploration that are woven throughout the store and café.
The menu, crafted by Cyril Lignac, caters to the needs of global travellers with a variety of options that range from healthy bites to indulgent dishes. Early morning travellers can enjoy a selection of Royal Eggs, freshly baked croissants, fruit plates, and avocado toast. For lunch and dinner, the menu includes Lignac’s signature dishes such as crab salad, lobster rolls, Croque Monsieur, beetroot salad with goat cheese, and Caesar salad. To top it off, guests can indulge in creative Louis Vuitton-inspired pastries, as well as a refreshing mango Eton Mess.
This new store and café represent a continuation of Louis Vuitton’s expansion into the world of fine dining and hospitality. Since 2020, the brand has opened over 20 restaurants, cafés, and airport lounges around the globe, each carefully designed to reflect the Maison’s unique blend of craftsmanship and innovation. From the **Le Café V** in Tokyo’s Ginza district to the seasonal restaurant in St. Tropez and the exclusive lounge at Doha International Airport, Louis Vuitton’s culinary ventures bring a new dimension to the luxury shopping experience.
Le Café Cyril Lignac at Heathrow is the latest addition to this growing portfolio and the first to open in the United Kingdom. It brings together the brand’s commitment to excellence in both fashion and dining, offering travellers a moment of indulgence before their next flight.
The opening of Louis Vuitton’s new store and Le Café Cyril Lignac at Heathrow Terminal 2 is more than just a retail space—it’s a destination. With its futuristic architecture, luxurious shopping experience, and world-class dining, this new addition to Heathrow elevates the airport experience to a new level.
Whether you’re stopping in for a quick bite before boarding or looking to browse the latest Louis Vuitton collections, the combination of high fashion and gourmet cuisine creates a space where travellers can immerse themselves in Maison’s world of elegance and innovation. Louis Vuitton and Cyril Lignac have once again proven that luxury is not just about what you wear—it’s about how you live, even while on the move.
