Louis Vuitton Navy Monogram Leather Empreinte Audacieuse PM 2way Hobo Artsy
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Navy Monogram Leather Empreinte Audacieuse PM 2way Hobo Artsy 24lv127s Date Code/Serial Number: AR4111 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 16.5" Width: 5.5" Height:...
Louis Vuitton Empreinte Suede Audacieuse GM Infini Hobo Bag
By Marc Jacobs, Louis Vuitton
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Color: Black Material: suede with empreinte leather Date code: SR0123 Year: 2013 vintage Comes with: Dust bag Condition: Very good. Light patina to suede is shown in areas with ligh...
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H 11.42 in W 16.93 in D 6.7 in
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Empreinte Leather & Black Suede Audacieuse GM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Empreinte Leather & Black Suede Audacieuse GM Brand- Louis Vuitton Model- Audacieuse GM Product Type- Crossbody, Shoulder, Top Handle Serial Number- SP*...
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H 11.82 in W 13.39 in D 5.91 in
2012 Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Empreinte Leather & Suede Audacieuse Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON Black Monogram Empreinte Leather & Suede Audacieuse Bag Reference: HB2307 Serial Number: SP1102 Age (Circa): 2012 Accompanied By: Louis Vuitton Dust Bag, Clochette, ...
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H 11.5 in W 5.5 in L 14.5 in
Louis Vuitton Purple Monogram Empreinte Audacieuse MM Hobo 2way Artsy 42lv217s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: SP5101 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 14.5" Width: 5.5" Height: 11.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 16"-18.5" Handle Drop: 3.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDIT...
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H 10 in W 4.5 in L 11.5 in
Louis Vuitton Purple Aube Suede x Empreinte Audacieuse PM 2way Hobo 72lu629s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: SP4181 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 11.5" Width: 4.5" Height: 10" Shoulder Handle Drop: 14.5"-18.5" Handle Drop: 3.5" OVERALL GOOD+ CONDITION ...
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM, crafted from navy monogram empreinte leather and suede, features a flat leather handle, protective base studs, an...
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather GM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather GM, crafted in brown monogram empreinte leather, features a flat leather handle, protective base studs, and gold-tone...
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM, crafted from blue monogram empreinte leather, features a flat looped leather handle and gold-tone hardware.
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather GM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather GM, crafted in brown monogram empreinte leather, features a flat leather handle, protective base studs, and gold-tone...
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM, crafted from brown monogram empreinte leather and suede, features a flat leather handle, protective base studs, a...
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM, crafted from purple monogram empreinte leather, features a flat looped leather handle, protective base studs and ...
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM, crafted in navy monogram empreinte leather, features a flat leather handle and gold-tone hardware.
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM, crafted from blue monogram empreinte leather, features a flat looped leather handle, protective base studs and go...
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM, crafted from blue monogram empreinte leather, features a flat looped leather handle and gold-tone hardware.
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather PM, crafted from brown monogram empreinte leather and suede, features a flat looped leather handle, protective base s...
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM, crafted from navy blue suede and monogram empreinte leather, features a flat looped leather handle, protective ba...
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM, crafted from purple monogram empreinte leather and suede, features a flat looped leather handle, protective base ...
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM, crafted from purple monogram empreinte leather and suede, features a flat looped leather handle, protective base ...
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather PM, crafted from purple monogram empreinte leather, features a flat looped leather handle, protective base studs and ...
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Monogram Empreinte Leather PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Monogram Empreinte Leather PM is a stylish and functional must-have for LV lovers.
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Monogram Empreinte Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Monogram Empreinte Leather MM is a stylish and functional must-have for LV lovers.
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM, crafted from navy blue monogram empreinte leather, features a flat tall looped leather handle, protective base st...
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM, crafted from navy blue monogram empreinte leather, features a flat tall looped leather handle, protective base st...
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Monogram Empreinte Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Monogram Empreinte Leather MM is a stylish and functional must-have for LV lovers.
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM is a stylish and functional must-have for LV lovers.
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather PM is a stylish and functional must-have for LV lovers.
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM is a stylish and functional must-have for LV lovers.
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather PM is a stylish and functional must-have for LV lovers.
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM is a stylish and functional must-have for LV lovers.
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather PM is a stylish and functional must-have for LV lovers.
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather PM is a stylish and functional must-have for LV lovers.
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM is a stylish and functional must-have for LV lovers.
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM is a stylish and functional must-have for LV lovers.
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM is a stylish and functional must-have for LV lovers.
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather PM is a stylish and functional must-have for LV lovers.
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM is a stylish and functional must-have for LV lovers.
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather GM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather GM is a stylish and functional must-have for LV lovers.
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM is a stylish and functional must-have for LV lovers.
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Navy Blue Suede Empreinte Leather Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Louis Vuitton Handles: Navy Blue Suede and Leather Short Handle; Drop: 10" Long Navy Blue Leather Adjustable Strap; Drop: 22" Measurements: 17" x 6" x 12" Materials: Navy Blue...
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Lock, Clochette, Dust Bag, Keys, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 12", Width 13", Depth 5.5", Strap Drop 15-17" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Audacieuse ...
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Keys, Dust Bag, Lock, Clochette Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 12", Width 13", Depth 5.5" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Lea...
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Lock, Clochette, Keys, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 3.5", Height 10", Width 11.5", Depth 4.5", Strap Drop 14-17" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Audacieuse Handba...
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather GM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Keys, Lock, Clochette, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 14", Width 16", Depth 6", Strap Drop 16-18" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Audacieuse Handbag Mon...
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Keys, Lock, Clochette, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 12", Width 13.5", Depth 6", Strap Drop 15-17" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Audacieuse Handbag Mo...
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Keys, Lock, Clochette, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 12.5", Width 13.5", Depth 5.5", Strap Drop 15-17" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Audacieuse Handb...
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Empreinte Leather Audacieuse GM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Irvine, CA
Black Infini monogram Empreinte leather Louis Vuitton Audacieuse GM with brass hardware, tonal suede trim and piping, removable single flat shoulder strap featuring buckle adjustment...
Louis Vuitton Ombre Monogram Empreinte Leather Audacieuse MM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Flaunt this Louis Vuitton Audacieuse MM bag like a fashionista!
Louis Vuitton Terre Monogram Empreinte Leather Audacieuse PM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Flaunt this Louis Vuitton Audacieuse PM bag like a fashionista!
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H 10.44 in W 4.73 in L 11.82 in
Louis Vuitton Ombree Monogram Empreinte Leather Audacieuse PM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Flaunt this Louis Vuitton Audacieuse PM bag like a fashionista!
Louis Vuitton Brown Calfskin Audacieuse Hobo Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Irvine, CA
louis vuitton brown calfskin audacieuse hobo bag with embossed calfskin and brown suede exterior, brown fabric lining, brown leather top handle, adjustable and detachable long strap,...
Louis Vuitton Brown Audacieuse Empreinte GM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Antwerp, BE
Very good condition Retail price: €2270 Louis Vuitton Brown Audacieuse Empreinte GM Bag The Audacieuse captures the essence of everyday refinement.
Louis Vuitton Ombre Monogram Empreinte Leather Audacieuse PM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A practical and stylish creation from the house of Louis Vuitton, the Audacieuse seizes the essence of everyday elegance.
Louis Vuitton Aube Monogram Empreinte Leather Audacieuse PM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Louis Vuitton handbags are known for their unique designs that emanate the label's elegant flair, and the label's immaculate craftsmanship makes their creations last season after sea...
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H 14.77 in W 6.3 in L 16.74 in
Louis Vuitton Bleu Infini Monogram Empreinte Leather Audacieuse GM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A practical and stylish creation from the house of Louis Vuitton, the Audacieuse seizes the essence of everyday elegance.
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W 13.78 in D 5.91 in L 11.42 in
Vintage Authentic Louis Vuitton Monogram Empreinte Audacieuse MM France MEDIUM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Orlando, FL
Inclusions: This item does not come with inclusions. Louis Vuitton pieces do not come with an authenticity card please refer to the production date code within the bag for its age...
Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Keys, Clochette, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 3", Height 9.5", Width 11", Depth 5", Strap Drop 16-18" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Audacieuse Handbag Monogram ...
Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Keys, Clochette, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 3", Height 9.5", Width 11", Depth 5", Strap Drop 16-18" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Audacieuse Handbag Monogram ...
Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather GM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Audacieuse Handbag Monogram Empreinte Leather GM is a stylish and functional must-have for LV lovers.
Louis Vuitton Monogram Empreinte Montaigne GM Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Houston, TX
Fresh and artistic, Louis Vuitton remains one of the world's most coveted symbols of status and sophistication. The Damier pattern was designed in 1888 and the Monogram, in 1896. Ove...
Louis Vuitton Palermo Monogram handle shoulder bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Capri, IT
Louis Vuitton Palermo Monogram GM handle shoulder bag
Louis Vuitton Monogram Empreinte Maida Hobo
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Houston, TX
Fresh and artistic, Louis Vuitton remains one of the world's most coveted symbols of status and sophistication. The Damier pattern was designed in 1888 and the Monogram, in 1896. Ove...
$1,398
H 10.24 in W 14.57 in L 14.18 in
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 canva...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Delightful PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Delightful PM SKU: 156783 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: Since Louis Vuitton crafted his first trunk in Paris in 1854, the ...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Rivage BB
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Rivage BB SKU: 154880 MSRP: 4050.00 USD Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Excellent Condition Comments: Item is in excellent condi...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Galleria PM Hobo
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stylish shoulder bag is finely crafted of classic Louis Vuitton monogram on toile canvas. It features an adjustable vachetta leather shoulder strap, vachetta leather piping and ...
LOUIS VUITTON Nano Speedy Empreinte Leather Black Crossbody Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Condition Minor signs of use. Size Width: 16cm, Height: 7.5cm Designer LOUIS VUITTON Model Nano Speedy Exterior Material Leather Exterior Color Black Interior Material Suede Interio...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Petit Sac Plat
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Petit Sac Plat SKU: 154886 MSRP: 2000.00 USD Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Good Condition Comments: Item is in good condition ...
Louis Vuitton Mahina Flight Mode Muria Navy Blue Bucket Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Louis Vuitton Mahina Flight Mode Muria Navy Blue Bucket Bag encapsulates sophistication and contemporary style with its striking navy blue muria leather, adorned with the iconic ...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Graceful MM Hobo Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Graceful MM hobo in classic Monogram canvas is an extra-roomy yet lightweight bag to carry every day. Natural cowhide leather detailing and shiny golden hardware add a refined, s...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Graceful MM Hobo
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Houston, TX
Fresh and artistic, Louis Vuitton remains one of the world's most coveted symbols of status and sophistication. The Damier pattern was designed in 1888 and the Monogram, in 1896. Ove...
Louis Vuitton Navy Monogram Mini Lin Josephine GM Boston Speedy Bag 910lv4
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: VI0092 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 13.5" Width: 6.5" Height: 9" Handle Drop: 6" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Signs of Wear: E...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Artsy MM Hobo Braided Handle 96lk33s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Monogram Artsy MM Hobo Braided Handle 96lk33s Date Code/Serial Number: CA0133 Made In: Spain Measurements: Length: 16" Width: 7" Height: 12.5" Handle Drop: 2.5" OV...
Louis Vuitton Navy Giant Monogram Empreinte Carryall MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Louis Vuitton Navy Giant Monogram Empreinte Carryall MM SKU: 156368 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: Since Louis Vuitton crafted his first trunk in Paris i...
Louis Vuitton Aube Monogram Empreinte Leather Lumineuse PM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Amman, JO
Louis Vuitton Aube Monogram Empreinte Leather Lumineuse PM Bag A sophisticated Louis Vuitton Lumineuse PM bag crafted from supple black Monogram Empreinte leather. The leather is em...
LOUIS VUITTON Ombre taupe Mahina leather SELENE MM Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Louis Vuitton Mahina Selene MM Bag in Monogram taupe Mahina calfskin featuring a espresso brown top handle. Opens with a double-zip on top and is lined in back microfi...
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.