Question 1

Can you return Louis Vuitton?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you typically can return items purchased directly from Louis Vuitton online or in a brand-owned retail store, provided you didn't use or damage them. Normally, Louis Vuitton places a limit on how long you have to return items. Check the information included with the item for specific return policies. You’ll find a large selection of Louis Vuitton on 1stDibs.

Question 2

Are Louboutins from Louis Vuitton?

Accepted Answer

No, Louboutins are not from Louis Vuitton. The French luxury fashion house Christian Louboutin produces the pumps with the iconic red bottoms. Designer Christian Louboutin founded the brand in 1992. Louis Vuitton is a separate fashion house based in Paris, France. Designer Louis Vuitton established the luxury brand in 1854. Find a range of Christian Louboutin shoes and accessories on 1stDibs.

Question 3

What is the Louis Vuitton Vivienne?

Accepted Answer

The Louis Vuitton Vivienne is the mascot of the luxury brand. She is a playful character fashioned in the likeness of Louis Vuitton’s popular floral motif. Vivienne appears in a range of colors and prints on Louis Vuitton clothing and accessories. Shop a wide range of Louis Vuitton garments and accessories on 1stDibs.

Question 4

Why is Louis Vuitton so expensive?

Accepted Answer

Louis Vuitton bags are so expensive due to their exquisite craftsmanship and durable materials. Additionally, the production of Louis Vuitton products is limited, which also increases the brands prices.

Question 5

What are Louis Vuitton trunks for?

Accepted Answer

What Louis Vuitton trunks are used for today differs from their original purpose. Today, most people use the sturdy, hard-sided trunks as decorative storage furniture in their homes. However, 19th-century versions were for travelers taking long trips, usually by ship. The size and durability of the trunks made them ideal for safely transporting personal items. Find a diverse assortment of Louis Vuitton trunks on 1stDibs.

Question 6

What is a Louis Vuitton trunk?

Accepted Answer

The Louis Vuitton trunk is a hard-sided piece of luggage with a rectangular shape and a hinged lid. During the 19th and early 20th centuries, the French luxury fashion house's trunks saw use as travel accessories, with people using them to carry their personal belongings on long voyages via ship. Today, Louis Vuitton trunks are more commonly used as decorative storage solutions in homes. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Louis Vuitton trunks.

Question 7

Is Louboutin the same as Louis Vuitton?

Accepted Answer

No, Louboutin is not the same as Louis Vuitton. Although their names do sound similar, Christian Louboutin and Louis Vuitton are different fashion houses, both based in Paris. Designer Louis Vuitton founded Louis Vuitton in 1854, while designer Christian Louboutin established Christian Louboutin in 1992. Shop a diverse assortment of Christian Louboutin and Louis Vuitton pieces on 1stDibs.

Question 8

What is Louis Vuitton known for?

Accepted Answer

Louis Vuitton is renowned for its luxury products, from bags and shoes to scarves and fashion. The brand is famous for durability, exceptionally high-quality materials and its unmistakable logo and patterns. Find a wide range of expertly authenticated Louis Vuitton pieces on 1stDibs.

Question 9

What is Vachetta on Louis Vuitton?

Accepted Answer

Vachetta is a kind of leather used by Louis Vuitton. It is cowhide leather that has been left untreated, and gains a luxurious patina over time when cared for properly. Browse an assortment of authentic Louis Vuitton products crafted from Vachetta leather on 1stDibs.

Question 10

What is the history of Louis Vuitton?

Accepted Answer

The history of Louis Vuitton began in 1854 when Louis Vuitton opened a shop on rue Neuve des Capucines in Paris. He started off packing valuables for wealthy clients and went on to design steamer trunks for travel. In 1896, the company introduced its still-famous monogram print, and it continued to produce bags and luggage for the next 100 years. When Marc Jacobs took over as creative director in 1997, he created the first ready-to-wear line for Louis Vuitton. During the 2000s and 2010s, the brand introduced a number of iconic handbag designs, including the Multicolore and the Twist. Shop a collection of Louis Vuitton pieces from some of the world's best boutiques on 1stDibs.

Question 11

Is Louis Vuitton Italian?

Accepted Answer

No, Louis Vuitton is not Italian. The iconic luxury brand is French.

The company's modest origins can be traced back to when its founder, Louis Vuitton, wishing to free himself from the conventional lifestyle in his provincial French city of Anchay as well as a difficult stepmother, left in the early 1830s to make a new life in Paris. When he arrived in the capital city, Vuitton made a living with his hands. He toiled as a box maker and packer for more than a decade and built relationships with royals and members of the upper class while working for the empress of France, Eugenie de Montijo. In 1854, Vuitton launched his namesake company.

The French corporation LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton is the owner of Louis Vuitton.

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Question 12

Who is the owner of Louis Vuitton?

Accepted Answer

Bernard Arnault is the Chairman and CEO of Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy, commonly referred to as LVMH. The luxury empire also includes the fashion houses of Christian Dior, Fendi and Givenchy. Arnault was born in Roubaix, France in 1949 and has been the Chairman and CEO of LVMH since 1989.

Question 13

Who is the CEO of Louis Vuitton?

Accepted Answer

The current CEO of Louis Vuitton is Bernard Arnault. He has been the chief executive of Louis Vuitton as well as several other major luxury brands since 1989. Browse the large collection of authentic Louis Vuitton products on 1stDibs.

Question 14

Does Louis Vuitton have sales?

Accepted Answer

No, Louis Vuitton products are never marked down — and unless they are secondhand, any discounted Louis Vuitton items are likely to be counterfeit. To ensure you purchase authentic, high quality Louis Vuitton products, look for a reputable seller. Shop authentic Louis Vuitton handbags and purses, clothing and accessories from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.

Question 15

Is Supreme owned by Louis Vuitton?

Accepted Answer

No, Supreme is not owned by Louis Vuitton. VF Corporation, which is based in Denver, Colorado, owns Supreme. A company called LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, which is headquartered in Paris, owns Louis Vuitton. However, Louis Vuitton x Supreme bags, clothing and accessories are the product of one of the most influential Louis Vuitton collaborations.

For many years, luxury and street were totally separate domains. But a bridge joining them developed steadily during the first decades of the 21st century. Vuitton x Stephen Sprouse edged the legacy brand toward the street, while Supreme's 2012 collaboration with Comme de Garçons married street cred to high style.

The Louis Vuitton x Supreme collab hit the runway in 2017. "Come all ye hypebeasts," announced Office magazine. "Today's Louis Vuitton Fall/Winter menswear show featured official Supreme x LV items, and the internet is freaking out."

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Question 16

Is Louis Vuitton real leather?

Accepted Answer

Yes, nearly all Louis Vuitton bags are genuine leather at least along the handles and trim. The remainder of their coated canvas bags is PVC-coated cotton canvas, but leather is the sole material used to make some Louis Vuitton handbags, wallets and luggage pieces. You’ll find a large selection of Louis Vuitton bags on 1stDibs.

Question 17

Is Louis Vuitton haute couture?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Louis Vuitton is haute couture. The iconic French luxury brand is a member of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body of haute couture as an art form.

Founded in 1868 as the Chambre Syndicale de la Couture and renamed FHCM in 2017, the organization has around 100 members — and Sidney Toledano, the CEO of Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH), sits on its executive committee. "Haute couture" is a legal term that, literally translated, means "high sewing" and refers to innovative, hand-crafted garments created for private clients and presented to the public every January and July.

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Question 18

How can I protect Louis Vuitton canvas?

Accepted Answer

Louis Vuitton recommends protecting its canvas products by keeping them away from water, oil, perfume, alcohol-based solutions, direct heat and light, humidity, or environments that are too hot or cold. Prolonged exposure to any of the elements or environments listed above may cause premature wear. It should also be noted that repeated contact with hard or rough surfaces may cause a worn appearance. You’ll find a variety of Louis Vuitton canvas products from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Question 19

Do all Louis Vuitton products have numbers?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if they’re post-1980. Modern Louis Vuitton products have date codes that indicate the country of manufacture and the time of year it was made. The date codes are usually tucked away in seams or pockets. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a large collection of authentic Louis Vuitton products from some of the world’s top sellers.

Question 20

Where does Louis Vuitton get its leather from?

Accepted Answer

Louis Vuitton’s leather is sourced worldwide and manufactured in France, Spain and the U.S. The high-fashion retailer has pledged to source responsibly as part of its sustainability program. Find leather looks from Louis Vuitton from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.

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