Since 1946, Vespa has moved through the world with a grace that no other vehicle has matched, and now Assouline celebrates that singular spirit with a gift set conceived for the connoisseur who understands that the most iconic things in life are never merely functional.
The set brings together the Vespa book and an Assouline limited-edition helmet, each a collector's acquisition in its own right. Written by Michael Köckritz, award-winning publisher and editor in chief behind some of the world's most celebrated design and lifestyle publications, the volume captures Vespa's cultural portrait across eight decades: its deep roots in Italian life, its prominence across subcultures, its enduring relationship with fashion, film, and sport. Structured thematically and enriched with rare archival material drawn from the Vespa archive, including vintage brochures, original global advertisements, and historic calendars, it is not a technical manual. It is a story.
The helmet that accompanies it is rendered in Assouline's signature red and adorned with motifs from the beloved Travel Series, arriving in a distinguished presentation box. Wearable and collectible, it stands at the intersection of Italian design heritage and Parisian editorial vision.
Together, they are a celebration of adventure, beauty, and the art of moving through the world with elegance. For those who travel not simply to arrive, but to experience.
PAGE COUNT
292 pages
NUMBER OF ILLUSTRATIONS
188
LANGUAGE
English
RELEASED ON
June 2026
DIMENSIONS
W 25 x L 33 x D 4 cm
COVER MATERIALS
Matt coated hardcover with gloss lamination
ISBN
9781649806390
WEIGHT
2.799 kg
AUTHOR
Michael Köckritz
SIZE GUIDE
Finding your fit
- Wrap a flexible tape measure around your head approximately one inch above your eyebrows and ears.
- Use this measurement to find your size in the chart below.
- The helmet should sit comfortably around the crown of your head with no pressure points; cheek pads should fit firmly against your face.
- Between sizes, choose the larger; the inner padding can be adjusted for a closer fit.
| Size | Centimeters | Inches |
|---|
| S | 55–56 cm | 21 5/8 – 22 in |
| M | 57–58 cm | 22 3/8 – 22 3/4 in |
