A 2001 Louis Vuitton Red Vernis Patent Leather Houston Tote Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This classic Louis Vuitton Houston tote bag is crafted from striking red Monogram Vernis patent leather, beautifully embossed with the iconic monogram motif that catches the light wi...
2001 Louis Vuitton Marie Navy Blue Monogram Canvas and Leather Hand Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This elegant Louis Vuitton Marie handbag is crafted from navy blue and beige Monogram Mini jacquard canvas, offering a refined and lightweight alternative to traditional coated canvas.
A 2001 Louis Vuitton Green Vernis and Vachetta Reade GM Tote Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This sophisticated Louis Vuitton Reade GM handbag is a stunning example of the French luxury house's Monogram Vernis line. The tote features a structured, vertical shopper silhouette...
2001 Louis Vuitton Damier Sauvage calf hair tiger handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Beautiful Louis Vuitton Damier Sauvage Tiger handbag, produced in Italy in 2001 ( serial number CE 1001 ).
Louis Vuitton Alma PM Monogram Top Handle Handbag, France 2001.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
The Louis Vuitton Alma is a classic closet staple, first introduced and inspired by the architect of the Art Deco era of the early 1930's. Originally designed by Gaston-Louis Vuitton...
2001 Louis Vuitton Brown Coated Monogram Canvas Deauville
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"LOUIS VUITTON Brown Coated Monogram Canvas Deauville This LOUIS VUITTON Deauville is in Very Good Pre-Owned Condition accompanied by Louis Vuitton Dust Bag. Circa 2001. Primarily m...
2001 Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Canvas Looping MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Our reference is HB074 should you need to quote this. This Louis Vuitton handbag has been fully inspected in house.
2001 Louis Vuitton Brown Classic Monogram Looping Mm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON BROWN CLASSIC MONOGRAM LOOPING MM This ladies Louis Vuitton Looping MM is primarily made from brown canvas complimented by gold hardware. This bag is in very good p...
2001 Louis Vuitton Brown Classic Monogram Looping Mm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON BROWN CLASSIC MONOGRAM LOOPING MM This ladies Louis Vuitton Looping MM is primarily made from brown canvas complimented by gold hardware. This bag is in very good p...
Louis Vuitton 2001 LV Montsouris Mini Sac dos Back Pack Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in PARIS, FR
Louis Vuitton backpack, Montsouris model, Mini format, year 2001, in monogram canvas and natural leather, interior compartment lined with canvas, closed with a natural leather drawst...
Louis Vuitton Mustard Vernis Reade MM Long Tote - circa 2001
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Louis Vuitton Mustard Vernis Reade MM Long Tote - circa 2001 . This bag is in very good condition with minor wear on the patent and leather. The bag has 2 luggage leather handles and...
2001 Louis Vuitton Brown Coated Monogram Canvas Alma PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"LOUIS VUITTON Brown Coated Monogram Canvas Alma PM This LOUIS VUITTON Alma PM is in Very Good Pre-Owned Condition accompanied by Louis Vuitton Dust Bag, Padlock & Keys. Circa 2001....
2001 Louis Vuitton Brown Coated Monogram Canvas Alma PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"LOUIS VUITTON Brown Coated Monogram Canvas Alma PM This LOUIS VUITTON Alma PM is in Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Circa 2001. Primarily made from Coated Canvas, Vachetta Leather c...
2001 Louis Vuitton Brown Coated Monogram Canvas Speedy 25
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"LOUIS VUITTON Brown Coated Monogram Canvas Speedy 25 This LOUIS VUITTON Speedy 25 is in Very Good Pre-Owned Condition accompanied by Padlock & Key. Circa 2001. Primarily made from ...
Louis Vuitton Brown Damier Ebene Coated Canvas Broadway Bag, 2001
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Brown Damier Ebene Coated Canvas Broadway Reference: HB2206 Serial Number: TH1011 Age (Circa): 2001 Authenticity Details: Date Stamp (Made in France) Gender: Unisex T...
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H 8.27 in W 11.82 in D 6.7 in
2001 Louis Vuitton Canvas Stephen Sprouse Khaki Graffiti Monogram Speedy 30
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON Canvas Stephen Sprouse Khaki Graffiti Monogram Speedy 30 This LOUIS VUITTON Speedy 30 is in Excellent Pre-Owned Condition accompanied by Louis Vuitton Dust Bag, Lock, ...
Louis Vuitton Taupe Epi-Leather "Honfleur Pouivre" Clutch/Shoulder Bag - 2001
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Louis Vuitton Taupe Epi-Leather "Honfleur Pouivre" Clutch/Shoulder Bag - circa 2001. This beautiful bag is brand new with tags. It features a gorgeous taupe epi-leather, ...
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H 11.42 in W 21.66 in D 9.85 in
2001 Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Vintage Keepall 55
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Vintage Keepall 55 Xupes Reference: HB3582 Serial Number: FL1011 Age (Circa): 2001 Accompanied By: Handle Keeper, Lugga...
Louis Vuitton 2001 Perforated Brown & Red-Orange Monogram Case
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Louis Vuitton 2001 Perforated Brown & Red-Orange Monogram Case. This case is in very good condition with the only issues being very slight wear on the inside and one pen mark seen on...
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H 7.88 in W 11.82 in D 7.09 in
2001 Louis Vuitton Hand-painted Cherries Brown Monogram Coated Canvas Speedy 30
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON X Year Zero London Hand-painted ‘Cherries’ Brown Monogram Coated Canvas Speedy 30 Serial Number: TH1001 Age (Circa): 2001 Authenticity Details: Date Stamp (Made in F...
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H 7.88 in W 11.82 in D 7.09 in
2001 Louis Vuitton Hand-painted Cherries Brown Monogram Coated Canvas Speedy 30
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON X Year Zero London Hand-painted ‘Cherries’ Brown Monogram Coated Canvas Speedy 30 Xupes Reference: HB3092 Serial Number: TH1001 Age (Circa): 2001 Authenticity Detail...
LOUIS VUITTON S/S 2001 White Translucent Epi Baia Plage Top Handle Tote Bag
By Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs
Located in Thiensville, WI
Brand / Manufacturer: Louis Vuitton Collection: Spring 2001 Designer: Marc Jacobs Manufacturer Style Name: Translucent Epi Baia Plage Style: Tote bag Color(s): Shades of white, iride...
LOUIS VUITTON 2001 Monogram Ellipse Backpack
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Louis Vuitton '01 Monogram Ellipse Backpack Features Louis Vuitton padlock Made in: France Year of Production: 2001 Color: Brown and tan Hardware: Brushed gold...
Louis Vuitton Brown Damier Backpack - Circa 2001
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Louis Vuitton Brown Damier Backpack - Circa 2001 Backpack is in great condition. Height- 12.5" Width- 9.25" Depth- up to 7" Strap Length- 32-35" (distance from top to the exi...
2001 Louis Vuitton x Stephen Sprouse Graffiti Pochette Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Iconic Louis Vuitton x Stephen Sprouse collaboration collection pochette bag with tan graffiti. In very good vintage condition, this bag shape is still manufactured but the Sprouse g...
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H 9.85 in W 12.21 in D 5.91 in
Louis Vuitton 2001 Black Epi Leather Alma PM Tote with Padlock & Keys
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Vintage Alma PM Product Details Xupes Ref: HB6080 Brand: Louis Vuitton Model: Alma PM Type: Tote Serial Number: AR0041 Age: 2001 RRP: £1,890 Accompan...
2001 Louis Vuitton Brown Classic Monogram Canvas Vintage Speedy 25
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON BROWN CLASSIC MONOGRAM CANVAS VINTAGE SPEEDY 25 This ladies Louis Vuitton Speedy 25 is primarily made from brown canvas complimented by gold hardware. This bag is i...
LOUIS VUITTON c.2001 Black Epi Leather Vertical Checkbook Holder Bifold Wallet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Thiensville, WI
LOUIS VUITTON c.2001 Black Epi Leather Vertical Checkbook Holder Bifold Wallet Brand/Manufacturer: Louis Vuitton Circa: 2001 Style: Bifold wallet/checkbook holder Color(s): Black L...
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H 11.42 in W 19.69 in D 9.85 in
2001 Louis Vuitton Brown Coated Canvas Khaki Graffiti Stephen Sprouse Keepall 50
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON Brown Monogram Coated Canvas Khaki Graffiti Stephen Sprouse Keepall 50 Xupes Reference: HB3100 Serial Number: FL0031 Age (Circa): 2001 Authenticity Details: Date Stamp...
LOUIS VUITTON c.2001 "Tribeca Mini" Brown Damier Ebene Flap Top Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Thiensville, WI
Louis Vuitton c.2001 "Tribeca Mini" brown damier ebene fold top shoulder bag. Two-tone brown damiere ebene coated canvas exterior with smooth brown leather piping. Structured style. ...
2001 Louis Vuitton Looping Monogram canvas handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in PARIS, FR
2001 Louis Vuitton Monogram canvas handbag - Very good condition.
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H 4.5 in W 7.9 in D 1.6 in
Louis Vuitton Lexington Flower Black Vernis Leather Handbag - 2001 Limited
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Lexington Pochette in vernis leather with flowers. This is a limited edition which was introduced in the year 2001 and it is hard to get. Made in: Spain Serial Numb...
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H 4.5 in W 7.9 in D 1.6 in
Louis Vuitton Red Vernis Leather Flower Lexington 2001 Limited Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Lexington in red vernis leather with flowers. This is a limited edition which was introduced in the year 2001 and it is hard to get. Made in: France Serial Number...
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H 4.5 in W 7.9 in D 1.6 in
Louis Vuitton Beige Vernis Leather Flower Lexington Handbag - 2001 Limited
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Lexington in vernis leather with flowers. This is a limited edition which was introduced in the year 2001 and it is hard to get. Made in: France Serial Number: V I...
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H 4.5 in W 7.9 in D 1.6 in
Louis Vuitton Beige Vernis Leather Flower Lexington Handbag - 2001 Limited
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Lexington in vernis leather with flowers. This is a limited edition which was introduced in the year 2001 and it is hard to get. Made in: France Serial Number: V I...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Pochette Accessories Bag 2001
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This bag is made with brown canvas with Louis Vuitton's monogram print with leather details. Featuring a leather strap with lobster clamp attachment, top zip closure and brown woven ...
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Vernis Houston Tote 2001
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Vernis means varnish in French, which explains the shiny and sparkly effect of the Vernis leather bags. This bag is made with monogram embossed leather, dual natural leather shoulder...
Louis Vuitton mini long Alma limited edition 2001
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Verviers, BE
Gorgeous Louis Vuitton mini Alma long special edition handbag. Made of monogram fabric and burgundy leather. Created in 1992, the Original Alma model has been, for more than 20 y...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Speedy 25 (2001)
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This bag is made of monogram coated canvas and features vachetta leather details and trim, top zip closure, gold tone hardware, brown woven fabric interior lining and an interior sli...
2001 Louis Vuitton Epi Saint Jacques PM Short Strap
By Louis Vuitton
Located in PARIS, FR
2001 Louis Vuitton Epi Saint Jacques PM Short Strap - Very good condition.
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Pochette Accessories Graffiti Green (2001)
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This bag is made of coated canvas with monogram and signature Graffiti print. The bag feature a flat natural leather removable top handle, top zip closure and brown woven fabric inte...
Louis Vuitton 2001 Made Canvas Monogram Ellipse Pm Brown Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Louis Vuitton 2001 Made Canvas Monogram Ellipse Pm Brown Additional information: Interior pocket x1 Accessories: Padlock x1, key x2, 2001 Made in France Measurements: 32 W x 7 D x 2...
Louis Vuitton 2001 Made Graffiti Alma Pm White/Beige Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Louis Vuitton 2001 Made Graffiti Alma Pm White/Beige Additional information: Interior pocket x1 Year: 2001 Made in France Measurements: 25 W x 9 D x 12 H cm Handle: 28 cm Condition...
Vintage 2001 Louis Vuitton x Stephen Sprouse Monogram Graffiti Pochette
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Malibu, CA
This dreamy LOUIS VUITTON limited edition leather pochette bag is as stunning as they come. A coveted collectors piece. From the Steven Sprouse collaboration this bag is to die for! ...
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Cabas Mezzo Alto Tote Bag (2001) GM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This tote is made of classic Louis Vuitton monogram coated canvas with vachetta leather shoulder straps, a matching base, and polished brass hardware. The top zipper opens the bag to...
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H 4.5 in W 7.9 in D 1.6 in
Louis Vuitton Lexington Flower Black Vernis Leather Handbag - 2001 Limited
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Lexington Pochette in vernis leather with flowers. This is a limited edition which was introduced in the year 2001 and it is hard to get. Made in: Spain Serial Number:...
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.
An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.
Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bag — Birkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”
First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.
They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”
From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.
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.
When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.