Louis Vuitton Taiga Grizzli Vitktor Crossbody 867642 Brown Leather Messenger Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 12.9 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 33 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 12.2 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 31 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.11 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 13 cm(approx) ...
Louis Vuitton Brown Trousse Monogram Pouch Blush Case 868082 Cosmetic Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 8.46 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 21.5 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 3.93 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 10 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 2.55 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 6.5 cm(appro...
Louis Vuitton Spontini Monogram 2way 868798 Brown Coated Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 7.87 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 20 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 7.87 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 20 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 3.14 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 8 cm(approx) H...
Unavailable|$1,095
Louis Vuitton Vavin Monogram Gm 227590 Brown Coated Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
This item will ship out immediately. Previously owned, unless otherwise stated. Date Code/Serial Number: SR0072 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 11.5" Width: 4.25" Height: 12.25...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Macassar Torres Messnger 869186 Brown Cross Body Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 14.1 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 36 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.84 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 25 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 4.33 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 11 cm(approx) ...
Louis Vuitton Lockit Monogram Horizontal 228805 Brown Coated Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: VI0096 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 14.76" Width: 5" Height: 11.02" Shoulder strap drop: 7.5" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Retail $1090 Sign...
Louis Vuitton Bosphore Monogram 2way 226566 Brown Coated Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: CA1057 Made In: Spain Measurements: Length: 13.5" Width: 3.25" Height: 10" Shoulder strap drop: 16" Handle drop: 6" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.25/10 or ...
Louis Vuitton keepall 50 Travel bag in brown canvas and natural leather, GHW
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, IDF
Very chic Louis Vuitton Keepall 50 shoulder strap travel bag in coated monogram canvas and brown leather, with gold metal trim, double bro...
LOUIS VUITTON Pegase 60 LV Monogram Camouflage Gold Roller Bag Travel Suitcase
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Chicago, IL
Pre-Owned Vintage Condition From 2021 Collection Monogram Canvas Leather Trim Gold Tone Hardware Nylon Lining Measures 21.25" W x 14.25" H x 7" D Handle Drop 0.75" Includes Dust Bag...
Louis Vuitton X Supreme Keepall 45 Camo Camo Keepall Bandouliere 45 Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Louis Vuitton X Supreme Keepall 45 Camo Camo Keepall Bandouliere 45 Travel Bag Limited Edition Louis Vuitton X Supreme Additional information: Material: Fabric Color: Green NEW With...
Unavailable|$1,519
Very Chic Louis Vuitton Keepall 55 Travel bag in Mocha epi leather, BPHW
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, IDF
Rare and very chic Louis Vuitton Keepall 55 cm in mocha epi leather, matte silver metal trim, double handle in cocoa leather allowing a...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Neverfull Mm V Blue Limited Edition Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Miami, FL
The Never-full MM Monogram V is inspired by a famous Louis Vuitton ad from the 1960's. Monogram canvas easily mixes with the stylish "Volez, Voguez, Voyagez avec les Valises Louis Vu...
Unavailable|$8,135
Louis Vuitton (Ultra Rare) Abloh Ss19 Soft Trunk 5lz1023 Cross Body Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
THIS IS MUCH MORE RARE THAN SUPREMExLV and NOT COMING OUT UNTIL 2019 CELEBRITY CLIENTS (The version that will come out will have different hardware, this is a special release version...
Unavailable|$1,360
Louis Vuitton Empreinte Suede Audacieuse GM Infini Hobo Bag
By Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs
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...
Louis Vuitton Chain Bag Limited Edition with designer Jeff Coons - Da Vinci
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dover, DE
CONDITION: B SET: Keychain, dustbag SIZE: 19 x 12 x 3.5 cm; Chain length 120 cm COLOUR: Multicolour / Orange Leather material INSIDE COLOR: Orange INSIDE MATERIAL: Leather HARDWARE: ...
Unavailable|$5,500
Louis Vuitton X TM Monogram Panda Pochette Accessoires Bag
By Louis Vuitton, Takashi Murakami
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Color: Brown monogram print Material: Coated canvas with vachetta leather details Microchipped Year: 2025 Comes with: dust bag, chain strap, leather strap & box Made in France Measu...
Louis Vuitton Keepall 60 with Strap 870161 Brown Coated Canvas Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
EXCELLENT VINTAGE CONDITION (7.5/10 or B+) Includes Strap, Luggage Tag and Poignet Retail $1860 Outside The surface of bag : Has dirts,stains,light scratches. Form bag : Has out of s...
Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Windows Ce Computer 6lz0810 Brown Plastic Laptop Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
LVJ 25th Anniv. 1978- 2003 Measurements: Length: 8" Width: 1.25" Height: 3.75" OVERALL EXCELLENT VINTAGE CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Includes LV Gift Bag, Stylus and Charger Signs of We...
Louis Vuitton Keepall Monogram 50 2lz0928 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: SD3104 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 22" Width: 9.5" Height: 11.5" Handle drop: 5" OVERALL EXCELLENT- CONDITION ( 8.5/10 or A- ) Includes Dust Bag, C...
Louis Vuitton Garment Cover Rolling Luggage with 870298 Brown Canvas Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 14.5 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 37 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 21.2 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 54 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.90 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 15 cm(approx) ...
Louis Vuitton Vavin Gm Tote 870646 Brown Canvas and Calfskin Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 11.6 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 29.5 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 12.9 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 33 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 4.13 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 10.5 cm(appr...
Louis Vuitton Odeon Monogram Pm 870651 Brown Coated Canvas Cross Body Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 10.6 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 27 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 11.0 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 28 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 1.96 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 5 cm(approx) S...
Louis Vuitton Bagatelle Hobo (Ultra Rare) Zip 870653 Brown Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 11.8 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 30 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 11.0 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 28 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 3.54 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 9 cm(approx) S...
Louis Vuitton (Ultra Rare) Windows Pc 13lz0720 Damier Ebene Plastic Laptop Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 00399 Measurements: Length: 3.75" Width: 1.25" Height: 8" Shoulder strap drop: 18" OVERALL EXCELLENT VINTAGE CONDITION ( 9/10 or A ) NO BATTERY CHARGER COMES...
Louis Vuitton Messenger Saumur 43 10lr0219 Brown Coated Canvas Cross Body Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 883 V.I. Measurements: 17" L x 8.5" W x 12" H Interior Pockets: Two compartments on either side, one large flat pocket, two flat pockets Handles: Flat leathe...
Louis Vuitton Eva Damier Ebene Sophie 2way Crossbody Eva) 867019 Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 9.84 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 25 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 5.11 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 13 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 1.57 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 4 cm(approx) H...
Louis Vuitton Waist Bosphore Monogram 227801 Brown Coated Canvas Cross Body Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: SP1006 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 6.5" Width: 6.5" Height: 1.5" OVERALL GOOD+ CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Includes LV Care Tag Belt length: 31.5" -...
Louis Vuitton Pochette Bum Pouch Waist Pack 870391 Brown Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 4.92 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 12.5 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 8.66 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 22 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 1.96 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 5 cm(approx)...
Louis Vuitton L Suhali Le L'imprevisible Tote 32lvty51717 Leather Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
OVERALL CONDITION #/# = 3.50 Signs of Wear: Exterior shows little to no wear. Interior shows light scratches. Hardware shows minimal to no wear. Handle shows tiny light marks. Scale:...
Louis Vuitton Neverfull Damier Ebene Mm 870446 Brown Coated Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 12.5 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 32 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 11.4 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 29 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 6.69 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 17 cm(approx) ...
Louis Vuitton Ebene Mini Lin Samur Saddle 870251 Brown Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 11.8 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 30 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 7.87 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 20 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.51 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 14 cm(approx) ...
Louis Vuitton Pegase 45 Rolling Luggage 870224 Brown Coated Canvas Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 14.1 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 36 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 18.5 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 47 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 7.48 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 19 cm(approx) ...
Unavailable|$1,073
Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Pm 870040 Brown Coated Canvas Cross Body Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 11.8 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 30 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 10.6 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 27 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 1.18 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 3 cm(approx) H...
Louis Vuitton Xl Monogram Sac Promenade 866720 Brown Coated Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 18.5 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 47 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 12.2 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 31 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 3.93 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 10 cm(approx) ...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Boulgone 50 Hobo 867277 Brown Coated Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 18.5 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 47 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 15.7 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 40 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 3.54 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 9 cm(approx) S...
Louis Vuitton Josephine Mini Lin Gm 867235 Navy Coated Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 13.7 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 35 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.84 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 25 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.11 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 13 cm(approx) ...
Louis Vuitton Ellipse (Ultra Rare) Gm 866913 Brown Coated Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 17.3 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 44 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 12.9 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 33 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.51 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 14 cm(approx) ...
Louis Vuitton Garment Cover And Hanger 868120 Brown Nylon Weekend/Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 20.4 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 52 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 39.7 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 101 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 6.69 inch(approx) Color : Browns Material :N...
Louis Vuitton Boulogne Monogram 50 Sac Ballad 867432 Brown Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 18.5 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 47 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 12.2 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 31 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 11.8 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 30 cm(approx) ...
Louis Vuitton Keepall Monogram Sac Polochon 70 869077 Brown Weekend/Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 27.5 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 70 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 15.7 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 40 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 16.1 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 41 cm(approx) ...
Louis Vuitton Extra Large Sac Ballade Promenade Zip Hobo 868941 Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 14.1 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 36 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 14.9 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 38 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 3.14 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 8 cm(approx) S...
Louis Vuitton Portobello Damier Ebene 867998 Brown Coated Canvas Cross Body Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 6.49 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 16.5 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.84 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 25 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 1.57 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 4 cm(approx)...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Vivacite Pm 869074 Brown Coated Canvas Cross Body Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 7.48 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 19 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 5.11 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 13 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 3.54 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 9 cm(approx) S...
Louis Vuitton Porte Epicea Taiga Documents Lozan 868154 Green Leather Laptop Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 16.5 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 42 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 12.2 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 31 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 3.14 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 8 cm(approx) H...
Louis Vuitton Musette Monogram Salsa Long 868900 Coated Canvas Cross Body Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 8.26 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 21 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.05 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 23 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 0.78 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 2 cm(approx) S...
Louis Vuitton Bloomsbury Damier Ebene Pm 868703 Coated Canvas Cross Body Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 11.8 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 30 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 10.6 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 27 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 1.18 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 3 cm(approx) S...
Louis Vuitton Totally Monogram Pm Zip Tote 868759 Coated Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 15.3 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 39 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.44 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 24 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.51 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 14 cm(approx) ...
Louis Vuitton Musette Monogram Salsa Gm 868520 Brown Coated Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 12.5 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 32 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 14.1 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 36 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 1.57 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 4 cm(approx) S...
Louis Vuitton Hampstead Damier Ebene Pm 230090 Brown Coated Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: VI 2057 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 11.22" Width: 7" Height: 9.25" Shoulder strap drop: 6.5" OVERALL EXCELLENT+ CONDITION ( 9.5/10 or A+ ) Retail $...
Louis Vuitton Damier Geant Conquerant 65 Rolling 229518 Grey Weekend/Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: FL1013 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 18.89" Width: 11.81" Height: 25.59" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Retail $3520 Signs of Wear: Exter...
Unavailable|$13,425
LOUIS VUITTON x Comme Des Garçons Monogram Top Handle Loop Mini Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Chicago, IL
Pre-Owned Vintage Condition From 2008 Collection Monogram Canvas Woven Linin Gold Tone Hardware Measures 6.75" W x 6.25" H x 0.25" D Handle Drop 8" Includes Dust Bag 100% Authentici...
Louis Vuitton Evasion Eva 2way Cross Body 15lz0125 Coated Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: SD1144 Made In: USA Measurements: Length: 9.5" Width: 1.5" Height: 5.25" Shoulder strap drop: 25" Handle drop: 8" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Includ...
Louis Vuitton Keepall Duffle Monogram 60 869085 Brown Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 23.6 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 60 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 12.9 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 33 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 10.2 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 26 cm(approx) ...
Louis Vuitton Sac (Limited) Ultra Rare Lv Cup Antigua 868996 Weekend/Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 14.9 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 38 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.84 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 25 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 7.87 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 20 cm(approx) ...
NEW-FW 2022 Virgil Abloh- Louis Vuitton keepall 50 strap Travel bag Mirror Mono
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, IDF
ULTRA EXCLUSIVE - SOLD OUT - LAST VIRGIL ABLOH COLLECTION From the LV Mirror Capsule of the Fall-Winter 2021-2022 collection, this Keepall Shoulder Strap 50 bag is made from the new...
Louis Vuitton Bum Waist Pouch 870583 Brown Damier Ébène Canvas Cross Body Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 4.52 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 11.5 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 7.48 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 19 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 1.96 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 5 cm(approx)...
Louis Vuitton Alize Monogram 2 Poches with Strap 870354 Brown Canvas Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 21.6 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 55 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 16.5 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 42 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 8.26 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 21 cm(approx) ...
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.