Louis Vuitton College Bag

Louis Vuitton handbags are handmade with expert craftsmanship and only the finest, highest quality materials and hardware that never compromises on quality. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of authentic Louis Vuitton handbags from some of the world’s top sellers.

You can sell your Louis Vuitton bag in a variety of ways, and where you choose to do so is largely a matter of personal preference. Options include direct sales through social media marketplaces, thrift and resale shops, auction houses and online reselling platforms. You're likely to need the original Certificate of Authenticity to sell your bag regardless of the platform you choose. You’ll find a large selection of Louis Vuitton bags on 1stDibs.

The first Louis Vuitton bag was the Steamer bag. Released in 1901, the bag fit inside of the larger steamer trunks produced by the luxury French fashion house. Find a collection of Louis Vuitton bags on 1stDibs.

While the opinion of the most iconic Louis Vuitton bag is largely contested, one bag has stood the test of time. The Speedy bag, originally made in the 1930s, was designed in response to advances in transportation and was a departure for the fashion house from its usual steamer trunk collection. Shop a variety of vintage and modern Louis Vuitton bags on 1stDibs.

To reshape a Louis Vuitton bag that has creases or is slouching, you can use stuffing and warmth to coax it back into shape. Stuff the bag with soft fabric to straighten it out and recreate the shape you want. Then hold a cloth over the area you’re working on to protect it and apply heat from a blow dryer or steamer to the bag. Do not apply direct or high heat—the key is to work slowly and always protect the exterior of the bag. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Louis Vuitton bags from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.

Two of the most rare Louis Vuitton handbags include the limited edition Alma Panthere bag in monogram canvas and leather, which was a collaboration with Azzedine Alaia, and another collaboration bag, this time with Richard Prince on the iconic Speedy bag in Aquarelle monogram canvas. Shop a collection of authentic Louis Vuitton purses from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Louis Vuitton uses only the finest materials to create its iconic leather handbags and small leather goods. Epi leather, Vachetta, Empreinte leather, Taiga leather, and python, crocodile and ostrich leathers are just some of the materials used in the house’s workshops, which are based in Spain, France and the United States. The iconic Louis Vuitton canvas bags and trunks are made from cotton canvas that’s been treated with a durable derivative of PVC. Shop a collection of Louis Vuitton from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Louis Vuitton makes bags out of a variety of materials. The brand's legendary coated canvas bags feature a layer of cotton fabric coated with PVC and genuine cowhide leather trim. In addition, the brand produces bags entirely out of cowhide, lambskin and exotic leathers like crocodile and snake. Shop a large selection of Louis Vuitton bags on 1stDibs.

Louis Vuitton bags are made of genuine leather or canvas. Consult the brand’s website for information on specific products. Find authentic vintage and modern Louis Vuitton bags from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

The Speedy is a popular Louis Vuitton bag that was first introduced in 1985. This handbag was made of Epi leather to be more durable than other leather bags Louis Vuitton was known for at the time. It quickly became a hit. On 1stDibs, find authentic Louis Vuitton Speedy bags from some of the world’s top sellers.

The best Louis Vuitton bag for you to buy will always be a matter of personal needs and preferences. Louis Vuitton offers a wide variety of bags, from spacious Neverfull and Keepall designs, to more compact statement Twist and Boite Chapeau styles, and even more in between. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of authenticated Louis Vuitton bags.

Yes, the popular Louis Vuitton Speed bag was discontinued in 2012. First introduced in 1985, this handbag was made of Epi leather to be more durable than other leather bags that Louis Vuitton was known for at the time. It quickly became a hit. On 1stDibs, find authentic Louis Vuitton Speed bags from some of the world’s top sellers.

Yes, Louis Vuitton repairs vintage bags at all of their retail locations. Unless the product is under warranty or is defective,however, the repair will come at a price.

No, Louis Vuitton bags do not have serial numbers. Instead, the bags feature date code stamps. In most bags, the stamps are on leather tabs attached to the lining or the seam of the pocket. Bags made after 2021 have microchips instead of date codes. Shop a wide range of Louis Vuitton bags on 1stDibs.

No, Louis Vuitton handbags do not have gold metalware. Louis Vuitton handbags use brass for their metal hardware and that brass is often plated, brushed or polished to have a golden or a silver appearance. Find vintage and contemporary Louis Vuitton bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Dating your Louis Vuitton bag can be as easy as finding the date code on the bag. Since the early 1980s Louis Vuitton has included date codes in their bags and on most of their accessories. The date code tells you where the bag was made and the month and year. Because it’s a code there’s a trick to reading it. The manufacturing site will have a two letter code which you’ll have to research to translate. Then there will be four numbers: the first number and the third will give you the month and the second and the fourth number will tell you the year. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Louis Vuitton handbags from some of the world’s top sellers.

The smallest Louis Vuitton Speedy bag is Speedy 25. The dimensions of this bag are 25 x 19 x 15 cm.