2002 Louis Vuitton City Guide French Edition Amsterdam Stockholm Copenhagen
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
2002 Louis Vuitton City Guide French Edition - Amsterdam Stockholm Copenhagen Helsinki, Pastel
2002 Louis Vuitton City Guide French Edition Amsterdam Stockholm Copenhagen
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
2002 Louis Vuitton City Guide French Edition - Amsterdam Stockholm Copenhagen Helsinki, Pastel
2002 Louis Vuitton City Guide French Edition Rome Florence Milan Venice
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
2002 Louis Vuitton City Guide French Edition -Rome Florence Milan Venice, Pastel Lime Green Paper
2002 Louis Vuitton City Guide French Edition London Dublin Brussels Antwerp
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
2002 Louis Vuitton City Guide French Edition - London Dublin Brussels Antwerp, Pastel Lime Green
2002 Louis Vuitton City Guide French Edition - Madrid Barcelona Grenada Seville
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
2002 Louis Vuitton City Guide French Edition - Madrid Barcelona Grenada Seville Lisbon, Pastel Lime
2002 Louis Vuitton City Guide French Edition Berlin Hamburg Munich Geneva Zurich
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
2002 Louis Vuitton City Guide French Edition - Berlin Hamburg Munich Geneva Zurich, Pastel Lime
2002 Louis Vuitton Bagatelle - Razzia Original Vintage Poster
By Razzia (Gérard Courbouleix–Dénériaz)
Located in Winchester, GB
The Louis Vuitton Bagatelle Concours d'Elegance is an annual event held in the Parc de Bagatelle in
Linen, Paper
Louis Vuitton Vernis Conte de Fees Frog Pochette Bag, 2002
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Limited edition Spring 2002 Louis Vuitton Vernis Conte de Fees Frog Shoulder Bag in Sapin. This
Vintage Louis Vuitton Y2K Monogram Canvas Looping PM Shoulder Bag Made in USA
By Louis Vuitton
Located in San Diego, CA
Looping PM Hardware: Gold-tone brass Lining: Beige microfiber ⸻ Louis Vuitton Looping PM, 2002 Louis
$1,084
H 31.5 in W 23.63 in
2002 original poster titled Louis Vuitton Classic - Parc de Bagatelle by Razzia
By Razzia (Gérard Courbouleix–Dénériaz)
Located in PARIS, FR
The 2002 original poster titled Louis Vuitton Classic - Parc de Bagatelle was created by the
Paper
Vintage Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas 2002 Cabas Piano Tote Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rochester, NY
timeless and nabbing a vintage piece with proper patina is pure heaven! Authentic Louis Vuitton vintage
Leather, Canvas
Vintage Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas 2002 Cabas Piano Tote Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rochester, NY
timeless and nabbing a vintage piece with proper patina is pure heaven! Authentic Louis Vuitton vintage
Leather, Canvas
Louis Vuitton Golf Cup 2002 Japan Sac Polochon Duffle Damier
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Louis Vuitton Golf Cup Sac Polochon Duffle Damier. Louis Vuitton 2002 Golf Damier Ebene Cup Sac
Louis Vuitton Cité MM Shoulder Bag Monogram Canvas Brown 2002
By Louis Vuitton
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
. Date code FL1002 (2002), France. Condition: excellent. Dimensions: 37 × 21 × 10 cm.
Louis Vuitton Sac Deauville 2002 LV Monogram Canvas Deauville Hand Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in PARIS, FR
Louis Vuitton Deauville model bag in monogram coated canvas, natural leather and gold metal, 1
$4,216
H 7.09 in W 7.49 in D 1.19 in
Louis Vuitton Small Bag in Copper and Gold Monogram Ribbed Knit, 2002
By Louis Vuitton
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Louis Vuitton - (Made in USA) Small bag in copper and gold monogram ribbed knit. Fall-Winter 2002
$903
H 23.63 in W 15.75 in
2002 original poster by Razzia - Louis Vuitton classic
By Razzia (Gérard Courbouleix–Dénériaz)
Located in PARIS, FR
original 2002 poster "Louis Vuitton Classic" epitomizes timeless sophistication and luxury. Born in 1950
Paper
Louis Vuitton Nolita GM Damier Ebene Weekender Bag 2002
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bala Cynwyd, PA
This Louis Vuitton Nolita GM bag is in excellent pre-owned condition. It features a single zippered
2002 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
2002 Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas Pochette Florentine
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"LOUIS VUITTON Brown Monogram Coated Canvas Pochette Florentine This LOUIS VUITTON Pochette
2002 Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas Marly Bandouliere
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"LOUIS VUITTON Brown Monogram Coated Canvas Marly Bandouliere This LOUIS VUITTON Marly Bandouliere
2002 Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Canvas Ellipse Sac A Dos
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This unisex Louis Vuitton Ellipse Sac A Dos is in good pre-owned condition. Circa 2002. Primarily
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H 9.85 in W 14.97 in D 7.09 in
2002 Louis Vuitton White Multicolor Monogram Coated Canvas Courtney GM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON White Multicolor Monogram Coated Canvas Courtney GM Reference: HB1674 Serial Number
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H 14.57 in W 20.48 in D 5.52 in
2002 Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Hunting
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Hunting Xupes Reference: CB429
2002 Louis Vuitton Cup 2002 Auckland - Razzia Original Vintage Poster
By Razzia (Gérard Courbouleix–Dénériaz)
Located in Winchester, GB
2002 to promote the Louis Vuitton Cup event that year. The Louis Vuitton Cup was a competition where
Linen, Paper
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H 9.85 in W 14.97 in D 7.09 in
2002 Louis Vuitton White Multi Colour Monogram Coated Canvas Courtney GM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"LOUIS VUITTON White Multicolor Monogram Coated Canvas Courtney GM This LOUIS VUITTON Courtney GM
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H 14.57 in W 21.66 in D 9.85 in
2002 Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas 3 Compartment Alize 55
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"LOUIS VUITTON Brown Monogram Coated Canvas 3 Compartment Alize 55 This LOUIS VUITTON Alize 55 is
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H 17.72 in W 22.05 in D 9.85 in
2002 Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Garment Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Age (Circa): 2002 Accompanied By: Louis Vuitton Dust Bag, Shoulder Strap Authenticity Details: Date
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H 14.97 in W 14.38 in
2002 Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Sac Plat
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Serial Number: MI0052 Age (Circa): 2002 Accompanied By: Louis Vuitton Dust Bag Authenticity Details: Date
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H 10.63 in W 15.36 in D 1.58 in
2002 Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Croissant GM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Croissant GM Xupes Reference: HB3825
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H 7.09 in D 4.34 in L 9.85 in
Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Robert Wilson Fluo Rose Monogram Vernis Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
In 2002, Louis Vuitton collaborated with Robert Wilson to create a line of bags visually striking
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H 7.88 in W 11.82 in D 7.09 in
2002 Louis Vuitton Hand-painted Love is Love Monogram Coated Canvas Speedy 30
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON X Year Zero London Hand-painted ‘Love is Love’ Brown Monogram Coated Canvas Speedy
Louis Vuitton Orange Vernice Flower Lexington Handbag 2002 (Spain)
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Louis Vuitton Orange Vernice Flower Lexington Handbag 2002 (Spain) Length 8" Height 5" Depth
Louis Vuitton Speedy 30 Monogram Canvas Handbag, France 2002.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Vintage Louis Vuitton “Speedy 30" Monogram Handbag, France January 2002. This iconic speedy was
Louis Vuitton Vintage 2002 Brown Leather Monogram Sarah Wallet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Louis Vuitton designer resale item. Details Vintage 2002 Sarah model Brown Coated canvas Wallet LV
Louis Vuitton Speedy 25 Black EPI Leather Handbag, France 2002.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Vintage Louis Vuitton “Speedy 25" EPI Leather Black EPI Handbag, circa 2002. This iconic speedy was
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H 8 in D 1.5 in L 9.5 in
Louis Vuitton Musette Patchwork Conte De Fees handbag Limited Edition 2002
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This limited edition bag is from Louis Vuitton and was designed by Marc Jacobs and Julie Verhoeven
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H 12.6 in D 6 in L 15 in
Louis Vuitton Denise Messenger Shoulder Bag in Monogram Idylle, France 2002.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Louis Vuitton Denise Messenger Shoulder Bag in Monogram Idylle, France 2002. This incredibly
Louis Vuitton 2002 Golf Damier Ebene Cup Sac Polochon Duffle 34lv223s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: France Measurements: Length: 20" Width: 11" Height: 11" Shoulder Handle Drop: 7" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Canvas: Very Minor...
Louis Vuitton Cup 2002 Auckland - Razzia Original Vintage Poster
By Razzia (Gérard Courbouleix–Dénériaz)
Located in Winchester, GB
2002 to promote the Louis Vuitton Cup event that year. The Louis Vuitton Cup was a competition where
Linen, Paper
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H 60.24 in W 48.04 in D 0.4 in
Razzia, Original Louis Vuitton Trophy Cup, Auckland New Zealand, Sailboat, 2002
By Razzia (Gérard Courbouleix–Dénériaz)
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Razzia, Original Louis Vuitton Boat Poster,Auckland, New Zealand, Sailing Ship, 2002 Artist
Paper
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H 60.24 in W 48.04 in D 0.4 in
Razzia, 2002, Original Louis Vuitton Cup Sailing Poster, Auckland New Zealand
By Razzia (Gérard Courbouleix–Dénériaz)
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Original and Hand Signed Louis Vuitton Cup Sailing Poster Auckland New Zealand 2002 by Razzia
Paper
LOUIS VUITTON Natural Vachetta Leather Vintage Alma PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON Natural Vachetta Leather Vintage Alma PM Serial Number: FL0032 Age (Circa): 2002
LOUIS VUITTON Brown Monogram Leather Vintage Pochette Accessories
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Reference: HB4343 Serial Number: YI 0022 Age (Circa): 2002 Accompanied By: Louis Vuitton Dust Bag
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H 8.67 in W 14.57 in D 4.73 in
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Cite GM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Serial Number: FL1012 Age (Circa): 2002 Accompanied By: Louis Vuitton Dust Bag Authenticity Details: Date
LOUIS VUITTON Damier Ebene Coated Canvas & Calfskin Leather Nolita GM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Serial Number: SP0042 Age (Circa): 2002 Accompanied By: Louis Vuitton Dust Bag Authenticity Details: Date
LOUIS VUITTON Damier Ebene Coated Canvas & Calfskin Leather Nolita GM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Serial Number: SP0042 Age (Circa): 2002 Accompanied By: Louis Vuitton Dust Bag Authenticity Details: Date
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H 5.91 in W 11.82 in D 5.91 in
LOUIS VUITTON Brown Monogram Coated Canvas Vintage Papillon 30 Set
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Number: SP1012 Age (Circa): 2002 Accompanied By: Louis Vuitton Dust Bag, Invoice Authenticity Details
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H 5.12 in W 8.67 in D 1.38 in
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Vintage Pochette
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Serial Number: BJ0052 Age: 2002 RRP: £1,210 Accompanied By: Louis Vuitton Dust Bag Colour: Brown Hardware
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H 10.04 in W 9.06 in D 6.3 in
LOUIS VUITTON Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Vintage Bucket Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Xupes Reference: CB653 Serial Number: AR0062 Age (Circa): 2002 Accompanied By: Louis Vuitton Dust Bag
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H 8.67 in W 11.82 in D 7.09 in
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Vintage Speedy 30
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Xupes Ref: HB5709 Brand: Louis Vuitton Model: Speedy 30 Type: Tote Serial Number: TH0012 Age: 2002
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H 8.67 in W 11.82 in D 7.09 in
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Vintage Speedy 30
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Xupes Ref: HB5709 Brand: Louis Vuitton Model: Speedy 30 Type: Tote Serial Number: TH0012 Age: 2002
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H 8.67 in W 11.82 in D 7.09 in
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Vintage Speedy 30
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Xupes Ref: HB5709 Brand: Louis Vuitton Model: Speedy 30 Type: Tote Serial Number: TH0012 Age: 2002
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H 14 in W 11 in
Cartoon style small painting of colorful flowers smiling. In stock.
By Laurence de Valmy
Located in New York, NY
Murakami for Louis Vuitton in 2002 likes the post. Sources: The Murakami Method, Arthur Lubow, The New York
Acrylic
2002 Louis Vuitton Brown Classic Monogram Speedy 30
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This ladies Louis Vuitton Speedy 30 is primarily made from brown canvas complimented by gold
2002 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
2002 Louis Vuitton Red Epi Leather Vintage Pochette Accessoires
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
: AR0042 Age (Circa): 2002 Accompanied By: Louis Vuitton Dust Bag Authenticity Details: Date Stamp (Made in
2000s LOUIS VUITTON Conte De Fees Musette Bag Limited Edition
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bangkok, TH
2002 LOUIS VUITTON Conte de Fees Musette bag in monogram black satin decorated with patent leather
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H 4.75 in W 8 in D 1.5 in
LOUIS VUITTON ROBERT WILSON Fluo Orange Monogram Vernis LEXINGTON POCHETTE Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
In 2002, Louis Vuitton collaborated with American artist and director Robert Wilson to create a
Louis Vuitton Periwinkle 2002 Vernice Kelly Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Louis Vuitton Periwinkle 2002 Vernice Kelly Handbag Length 7.5" Height 7" Depth 3.5" Handle
Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Conte De Fees Frog Crossbody Bag c. 2002
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Limited edition. Hunter green and yellow monogram vernis leather Louis Vuitton Conte De Fees Frog
LOUIS VUITTON S/S 2002 Damier Geant America's Cup Convertible Cube Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Thiensville, WI
Brand / Manufacturer: Louis Vuitton Collection: S/S 2002 Style: Travel Bag Color(s): Shades of
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H 8 in D 1.75 in L 9.5 in
LOUIS VUITTON Black Mini Lin 'Conte Des Fees" Musette Satin Flap Bag c. 2002
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
LOUIS VUITTON Black Mini Lin 'Conte Des Fees" Musette Satin Flap Bag c. 2002 Age: 2002 Made in
LOUIS VUITTON Musette Patchwork Conte De Fees handbag limited edition 2002
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
with Louis Vuitton to create the Conte de Fees ( Fairy Tale ) limited edition line of bags for the
LOUIS VUITTON c. 2002 “Viktor” Black Green Taiga Leather Messenger Bag
By Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs
Located in Thiensville, WI
LOUIS VUITTON c. 2002 “Viktor” Black Green Taiga Leather Messenger Bag Estimated Retail: $1410
LOUIS VUITTON F/W 2002 “Frances” Metallic Monogram Metal Mesh Crossbody Handbag
By Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs
Located in Thiensville, WI
LOUIS VUITTON F/W 2002 “Frances” Metallic Monogram Metal Mesh Crossbody Handbag Brand
LOUIS VUITTON 2002 “Etui Lunettes Rabat” Brown Monogram Flap Top Eyeglasses Case
By Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: LOUIS VUITTON c.2002 “Etui Lunettes Rabat” Brown Monogram Flap Top Eyeglasses
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Keepall 50 Duffle Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
. Authenticated by Entrupy, it's a coveted piece from February, 2002 in France. Designer: Louis Vuitton Material
Louis Vuitton Monogram Glace Bobby Messenger Cross-body Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Louis Vuitton Monogram Glace Bobby Messenger Cross-body Bag, France February 2002. This limited
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H 5.52 in W 7.49 in D 1.97 in
LOUIS VUITTON Black Monogram Satin & Black Calfskin Leather Mini Boulogne
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
: CB603 Serial Number: SR0032 Age (Circa): 2002 Accompanied By: Louis Vuitton Dust Bag, Louis Vuitton
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H 5.52 in W 10.63 in D 1.58 in
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Croissant PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
: HB3947 Serial Number: SP1022 Age (Circa): 2002 Accompanied By: Louis Vuitton Dust Bag Authenticity
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H 8.27 in W 9.85 in D 3.94 in
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Vintage Looping MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
: FL0012 Age: 2002 Accompanied By: Louis Vuitton Dust Bag Colour: Brown Hardware: Golden Brass Material(s
2002 Louis Vuitton X Takashi Morikami Monogram Buterfly Bag with Flowers
By Louis Vuitton
Located in PARIS, FR
2002 Louis Vuitton X Takashi Morikami Monogram Butterfly Bag with Flowers - Good condition, has
Louis Vuitton "Musette" salsa bag 2002
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Verviers, BE
Great Vintage Louis Vuitton Musette Salsa handbag, 2002. Serial Number: LM1002. Timeless and so
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.