Louis Vuitton Cotteville Monogram Hard Case Trunk, 19.5" Brown Vintage
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Louis Vuitton Cotteville monogram hard case trunk. Would make quite the statement piece in a home, office, business window, etc. Made in France SIZE 19.5"L x 5.5"W x...
Vintage Louis Vuitton 50 cm Duffel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic vintage 1950s Louis Vuitton duffle bag. Perfect for weekend trips, this LV monogram print duffle is made with saddle leather and brass hardware and wrapped in the iconic Loui...
Rare Louis Vuitton Travel Bag, 1950s USA
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Louis Vuitton cosmetic bag, 1960s. Perfect for toiletries while traveling or for money and important documents. Also, great little accessory for storing makeup in your purse. Comes w...
Brass
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H 14.5 in D 10 in L 17.5 in
Rare Louis Vuitton Doctors Bag Steamer Tote Keepall Vintage 50s Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This fabulous doctors bag or steamer tote was made by Louis Vuitton, most likely in the 1950s. We've only seen this model a few times over the years, especially in this condition! M...
1950s Louis Vuitton Duffel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic vintage Louis Vuitton duffle bag. Perfect for weekend trips, this LV monogram print duffle is made with saddle leather and brass hardware and wrapped in the iconic Louis Vuit...
Brass
1950s Louis Vuitton 50 cm Duffel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic vintage Louis Vuitton 50 cm duffle bag. Perfect for weekend trips, this LV monogram print duffle is made with saddle leather and brass hardware and wrapped in the iconic Loui...
Brass
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H 15.5 in D 9.5 in L 16 in
Vintage Louis Vuitton Steamer Bag Carry All Monogram Canvas 1950s Doctors Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned, vintage Louis Vuitton monogram canvas steamer carry all doctors-style bag, circa the late 50s. Hard to find in this style nowadays, and is the perfect accent fo...
Louis Vuitton Boite Flacons Monogram Train Trunk Hard Case Brown
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic, pre-owned Louis Vuitton brown monogram Boite Flacons beauty train trunk case. The original square shape of this beauty case in monogram canvas is reinforced with golden br...
Vintage Louis Vuitton Duffle Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage Louis Vuitton Duffle suitcase with wheels, top handles and shoulder strap, monogram canvas with leather straps.
Rare Louis Vuitton Doctor's Bag
Located in New York, NY
In the Gladstone style. This bag is awesome, and great for everyday or travel.
Brass
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram President Hard Case Briefcase Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
This gorgeous vintage Louis Vuitton "President" hard-side briefcase is a true collector's item, a symbol of both luxury and functionality that only gets better with age. Crafted from...
Louis Vuitton Brown Deauville Monogram Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, FR
Louis Vuitton brown Deauville handbag featuring two rounded top handles, top zip fastening, internal slip pocket, camel leather details. In good vintage condition. Made in France. ...
$4,770
H 4.34 in W 16.93 in D 13.39 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton "President" Briefcase In Monogram Canvas, France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A charming Louis Vuitton hard-sided case, late 20th century, the exterior finished in the famous monogram canvas with brass fittings. This beautiful example is in fantastic condition...
Brass
$990
H 20.08 in W 25.6 in D 9.45 in
Vintage Louis Vuitton Monogram Overnight Case Trunk Luggage, circa 1980
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Krefeld, DE
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Travel Trunk. Brown monogram canvas, leather base and top. The key is missing and the trunk comes with patina :- Nice for decoration or trave...
Brass
LOUIS VUITTON Sirius 70 brown LV monogram canvas large travel bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON Sirius 70 brown LV monogram canvas large travel bag Reference: AEMA/A00080 Brand: Louis Vuitton Model: Sirius 70 Material: Canvas, Leather Color: Brown, Beige Pattern: ...
Leather suitcase with LV Monogram pattern Louis Vuitton
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Leather suitcase with LV Monogram pattern. Zip closure all around. Name tag in leather + one short leather belt. Locker but no more key. Cotton lining. One flat pocket inside the top...
LOUIS VUITTON Vintage Pégase 55 brown monogram canvas rolling carry on luggage
By Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON Vintage Pégase 55 brown monogram canvas rolling carry on luggage Reference: JHDN/A00139 Brand: Louis Vuitton Designer: Marc Jacobs Model: Pegase 55 Collection: 2000's M...
LOUIS VUITTON brown Monogram canvas COFFRET TRESOR 24 Trunk Case Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Louis Vuitton Coffret Trésor 24 treasure case in Ebene brown Monogram canvas. Features hard shell, logo stamped leather trim with brass rivets and corner reinforcement...
LOUIS VUITTON VIntage Alize brown monogram leather trim 2 compartment bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON VIntage Alize brown monogram leather trim 2 compartment bag Reference: AEMA/A00078 Brand: Louis Vuitton Model: Alize Material: Canvas, Leather Color: Brown Pattern: Sol...
LOUIS VUITTON brown Monogram Canvas TRAIN VANITY CASE Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Louis Vuitton Train Vanity Travel Case is a luxurious and practical accessory for organized travel in signature style. Crafted from the iconic Monogram canvas, it...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Cotteville Hard Case Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic, pre-loved investment Louis Vuitton Cotteville monogram hard case trunk. Would make quite the statement piece in a home, office, business window, etc. The photo of the trun...
$1,895
H 18 in W 23 in D 8 in
Vintage Louis Vuitton Pullman Suitcase Louis Vuitton x The French Company
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rochester, NY
A vintage Louis Vuitton x French Luggage Co. soft sided suitcase. This exclusive luggage collaboration spanned the 1970s-80s. DIMENSIONS L23” x H18” x D8” Also known as a Pullman ...
Leather, Canvas
$1,204Sale Price|20% Off
Louis Vuitton 1970s Monogram Canvas Unisex Suitcase with Vintage Label
By Louis Vuitton
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
This rare and exceptional Louis Vuitton suitcase is crafted in the iconic Monogram canvas, featuring an original vintage label. No LV stamps on the hardware yet, highlighting its aut...
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Neo Eole 55 Duffle Roller Suitcase
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Neo Eole 55 Duffle Roller Suitcase seamlessly combines practicality and luxury, making it an essential travel companion. Crafted from iconic Monogram...
LOUIS VUITTON VIntage Alize brown monogram leather trim 2 compartment bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON VIntage Alize brown monogram leather trim 2 compartment bag Reference: AEMA/A00077 Brand: Louis Vuitton Model: Alize Material: Canvas, Leather Color: Brown Pattern: Sol...
$4,740
H 7.75 in W 8.5 in L 15.5 in
Louis Vuitton Boite Vanity Trunk Train Case Lv Logo Brown Tan Monogram
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Miami, FL
- Brown monogram exterior - Leather handle - Brass colored hardware Condition: The trunk is in overall great condition there are small markings in the interior and faint scrat...
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful stretch silk leopard print dress from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice has adjustable straps, functional and adjustable side lacing through to the hips plus rows of top st...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful blush pink silk dress with green and bright pink flowers by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has ruched straps forming a front V, the skirt falls in gentle folds to ...
Hermes Birkin 25 Bag Aubergine Crocodile Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Birkin 25 bag featured in rich, saturated Aubergine crocodile. Rarely produced this exquisite jewel toned beauty is a must have for any Hermes aficionado...
HERMES Havane brown Clemence leather BOLIDE 45 Travel Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
Hermes "Bolide" travel bag in Havane (chestnut brown) Taurillon Clemence leather. Open with a zipper on top. Lined in leather and beige cotton. Has been carried with two small black ...
New in Box Vuitton Limited Edition Camo Mini Palm Springs Backpack Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Louis Vuitton limited edition camouflage mini backpack. Monogram signature canvas with black leather straps. External zipped pocket, internal open pocket. Comes with serial number, d...
Versace Silk Cut out Back Dress
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful pink silk dress from Versace. It is is a simple sleeveless sheath from the front. The back is exposed from the shoulders to low back with the exception of draping framin...
Giorgio Armani Vintage Dress Hand Beaded Fleurette on Tulle Formal Gown 40
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare and vintage Giorgio Armani gown so divinely exquisite that it can take you from the Red Carpet to the White House. Breathtaking and the epitome of the Giorgi...
Chanel Rare Purple Vintage 1990 Weekend Duffel Overnight Duffle Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Purple Vintage 1990 Weekend Duffel Overnight Duffle Tote 1992 {VINTAGE 30 Years} White lamb "CHANEL" lettering stitched on both sides Quilted supple purple lambskin-like...
$4,895
H 35.44 in W 14.97 in D 11.03 in
Extra Large Louis Vuitton Marin Bag Louis Vuitton Bag, Louis Vuitton Duffle Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-ouen, FR
This impressive 1970s Louis Vuitton bag features monogram canvas in very good condition, its leather part has very few stains and scratches. Its interior is in very good condition to...
$92,920
H 10 in W 4.75 in L 9 in
Chanel 2015 Paris Dubai Night Gas Tank Jerry Can Statement Bag Collector's Item
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 2015 Paris Dubai Night Gas Tank Jerry Can Statement Bag Collector's Item Cruise 2015 Paris-Dubai Collection. Gold hardware Single padded top handle Gold quilted lambskin leat...
$490
Size: Medium - Large
Rozae Nichols Charcoal Gray Ombre Sequins A - Line Silk Trapeze Top / Blouse
By Rozae Nichols
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic Rozae Nichols charcoal gray ombre trapeze top! 100% silk, with hundreds of sequins encrusted throughout the entire blouse. Adjustable straps, so you can make shorter or longer. ...
Chanel 90s Vintage Canvas & Leather Duffle Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel late 80s early 90s canvas and leather quilted duffle bag. Gold tone hardware. Handle drop 6.5". Detachable strap measures 44". Small glue residue on top, interior smell due to...
Jean Paul Gaultier New Hourglass Jacket 1980s
By Jean Paul Gaultier, Junior Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous leopard print denim sleeveless vest, jacket, top from Jean Paul Gaultier's Junior Gaultier line. It is sleeveless with a collar, button chest pockets, gold Gaultier inscri...
Jean Paul Gaultier Sweater with Belt 1990s
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous rust orange striped wool sweater from Jean Paul Gaultier. It has long sleeves, a standup collar with functional silver buttons closure along it's side and one shoulder and...
Rare Yves Saint Laurent Jeweled Velvet Evening Dress in Book Collectors Museum
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One of the most famous dresses designed by Tom Ford, for YSL 2002 collection. In addition to all the fashion magazines it is also featured in Tom Ford's book "Tom Ford" in a full pag...
Hermes Birkin HSS 35 Dewdrop Roses One of a Kind Poussiere Porosus Crocodile Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an extraordinary one of a kind Hermes Birkin 35 HSS bag featured in unicorn Poussiere. Exquisite neutral no longer produced Poussiere porosus crocodile appliqued w...
The story behind iconic luxury brand Louis Vuitton — best known for its esteemed handbags, crossbody bags, leather goods, ready-to-wear clothing and more — is one of craft and innovation in the worlds of fashion, jewelry and furniture.
The company’s modest origins can be traced back to when its founder, Louis Vuitton (1821–92), 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. The young Vuitton was 13 at the time and would need to travel on foot to get to the capital, which was hundreds of miles away. With stops along the way to make money so that he could forge ahead, the journey took a couple of years, but reward was close at hand.
When he arrived in Paris, 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 craftsman opened a humble workshop on rue Neuve des Capucines and advertised his services with a small poster that read: “Securely packs the most fragile objects. Specializing in packing fashions.”
Long before his brand would become known globally for its exemplary top-handle bags and stylish totes, Vuitton produced stackable and rectangular trunks. The most common trunks of the era were round, which weren’t ideal for toting and storing. In 1858, Vuitton debuted his lightweight, handcrafted canvas trunks, which were sturdy, rugged and equipped with convenient compartments. Travel’s popularity broadened in the late 19th century, and Vuitton’s trunks could easily be packed into train cars and ships — upright trunks meant hanging wardrobe storage that would allow his clients to transport their sophisticated garments without worry. Demand increased and the company grew. When Louis Vuitton died in 1892, control of the luxury house was passed onto his only son, Georges Vuitton.
In 1914, a Louis Vuitton store opened at 70 Champs-Élysées. The largest travel-goods store in the world at the time, it became the company’s flagship.
The Louis Vuitton brand embodies all the attributes of luxury, from the craftsmanship, exclusivity and relevance to heritage. It’s only appropriate that it boasts one of the most recognizable insignias — the imaginative interlocking of letters and fleurettes — in the fashion world. The famous LV monogram was first used in 1896 as part of an initiative by Georges to prevent counterfeiting of his coveted new line of travel trunks. It’s one of the earliest examples of fashion branding.
The LV monogram would soon appear on everything from bags and various fashion accessories to alligator-skin champagne cases, from stylish apparel and earrings to teddy bears and airplane models.
On 1stDibs, the unmistakable insignia can be found on both modern and vintage Louis Vuitton shoulder bags, suitcases, original 19th-century trunks, jackets and more.
Diamonds and sapphires still played a starring role, but less popular stones popped up too.
The Japanese artist is one of many creators with whom the French fashion house has partnered to impressive effect.
The late designer created an iridescent, irreverent take on the nearly century-old travel staple.
What are the telltale signs that you're holding a real Louis Vuitton and not a knockoff? We spoke with expert Diane D’Amato to find out. Of course, you don't have to worry about fakes on 1stDibs, where every seller is highly vetted.
The venerable brand has earned accolades (and gained new fans) for partnerships that meld fashion with art.
From Chanel to YSL, the logos of some legacy fashion houses spark instant brand recognition and have come to symbolize a kind of luxury that feels at once aspirational and attainable.
1stDibs dealers discuss the challenges of this unprecedented time, and the signs of hope.
When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.