Louis Vuitton Monogram My LV World Tour Bumbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Hotel Stickers that Nicolas Ghesquiere embellished are inspired by Gaston-Louis Vuitton (the son of the
Louis Vuitton Monogram My LV World Tour Bumbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Hotel Stickers that Nicolas Ghesquiere embellished are inspired by Gaston-Louis Vuitton (the son of the
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Alma PM Bag Satchel M53151
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
1930s by Gaston-Louis Vuitton himself, the Alma has gracefully stood the test of time, becoming a
$14,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in Dm 44 in
Louis Vuitton Iron and Marble Dining or Center Table, 1930s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Culver City, CA
business and continued to expand the brand's offerings. Louis Vuitton's grandson, Gaston-Louis Vuitton
Marble, Iron
$22,547
H 4.34 in W 11.03 in D 5.71 in
Antique Rare 20thC Louis Vuitton "Malle Fleurs" Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
are one of the rarest of trunks in circulation. Gaston Louis Vuitton had a company policy whereby no
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Louis Vuitton White Gold Diamond Les Gastons Large Ring
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Louis Vuitton White Gold Diamond Les Gastons Large Ring PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: Z146143 Listing Title
White Gold
Louis Vuitton Men's XL Blue Denim Gaston V Button Down Shirt 120lv31
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Men's XL Blue Denim Gaston V Button Down Shirt 120lv31 Men's XL Made In: Italy
Louis Vuitton Amarante Monogram Vernis Alma GM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Introduced by Gaston Louis Vuitton in 1934 the Alma is defined by elegant curves and notable
Louis Vuitton Flower Trunk, circa 1930
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Aspen, CO
. In order to find another way to thank their most loyal clients, Georges and Gaston-Louis Vuitton
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Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk, circa 1925
Located in Aspen, CO
World Wars. "Gaston-Louis Vuitton recalled Lily Pons ordered a desk trunk for her shoes in 1925. Her
Leather, Canvas
Louis Vuitton Gaston Wearable Wallet Monogram Eclipse Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Height 5.75", Width 8.5", Depth 2", Strap Drop 18-25" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Gaston
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H 6 in W 8.5 in D 2 in
Louis Vuitton Gaston Wearable Wallet Limited Edition Wild Animals Damier
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Gaston Wearable Wallet Limited Edition Wild Animals Damier Graphite Exterior
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H 11.8 in W 11.8 in L 24.4 in
Louis Vuitton Duffle Lv Cup Gaston V Boston 870305 Blue Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Serial number: BA1026 Size in inches (approx.):W 24.4 x H 11.8 x D 11.8 Handle Drop 7.1 Shoulder Strap Drop 26(max) Size in cm (approx.):W 62 x H 30 x D 30 Handle Drop 18 Shoulder St...
Unavailable
H 11.8 in W 7.87 in L 16.5 in
Louis Vuitton Duffle 2007 Lv Cup Gaston V Gm with Strap 870636 Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 16.5 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 42 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 11.8 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 30 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 7.87 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 20 cm(approx) ...
Louis Vuitton Alma BB epi leather handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Inspired by art deco the iconic Louis Vuitton Alma bag was created in 1934 by Gaston-Louis Vuitton
Louis Vuitton World Tour Monogram Neverfull Pochette Clutch Wristlet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
playful take on classic hotel stickers, which Gaston-Louis Vuitton used to collect during his travels. The
Louis Vuitton Monogram NeoNoe MM Drawstring Bucket Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A true House icon, the NéoNoé bucket bag revisits a 1932 design by Gaston-Louis Vuitton. The
Louis Vuitton Dune Monogram Vernis Alma GM Handbag Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Louis Vuitton handbags, the Alma was originally designed in the 1930s by Gaston-Louis Vuitton. Named
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H 18.9 in W 24.41 in D 12.6 in
Antique 20th century Extremely Rare Louis Vuitton Hemingway Trunk, circa 1935
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
custom trunk designed by Gaston-Louis Vuitton. Hemingway’s library trunk was a mish mash of shelves and
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H 18.9 in W 24.41 in L 18.9 in
20th Century Extremely Rare Louis Vuitton Hemingway Trunk, circa 1935
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
own custom trunk designed by Gaston-Louis Vuitton. Hemingway’s library trunk was a mish mash of
Canvas
Louis Vuitton Monogram NeoNoe MM Drawstring Bucket Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
House icon, the NéoNoé bucket bag revisits a 1932 design by Gaston-Louis Vuitton. The original was
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H 27.56 in W 43.31 in D 23.63 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton "Lily Pons" Trunk in Monogrammed Canvas, circa 1940
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 20th century wonderful Louis Vuitton “Lily Pons” trunk dating to the circa 1930s covered in
Leather, Canvas
Louis Vuitton Alma PM Monogram Top Handle Handbag, France 1995.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
of the Art Deco era of the early 1930's. Originally designed by Gaston-Louis Vuitton, the bag was
Louis Vuitton Alma PM Monogram Top Handle Handbag, France 1996.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
of the Art Deco era of the early 1930's. Originally designed by Gaston-Louis Vuitton, the bag was
Louis Vuitton Alma PM Monogram Top Handle Handbag, France 1995.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
of the Art Deco era of the early 1930's. Originally designed by Gaston-Louis Vuitton, the bag was
Louis Vuitton Alma PM Monogram Top Handle Handbag, France 1994.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
of the Art Deco era of the early 1930's. Originally designed by Gaston-Louis Vuitton, the bag was
Louis Vuitton Alma PM Monogram Top Handle Handbag, France 1994.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
of the Art Deco era of the early 1930's. Originally designed by Gaston-Louis Vuitton, the bag was
Louis Vuitton Alma PM Monogram Top Handle Handbag, France 1997.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
of the Art Deco era of the early 1930's. Originally designed by Gaston-Louis Vuitton, the bag was
Louis Vuitton Alma PM Monogram Top Handle Handbag, France 1995.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
of the Art Deco era of the early 1930's. Originally designed by Gaston-Louis Vuitton, the bag was
Louis Vuitton Monogram NeoNoe Bucket Shoulder Bag Black M44020
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
was reinterpreted in a contemporary way. First created in 1932 by Gaston-Louis Vuitton and originally
Louis Vuitton Alma PM Monogram Top Handle Handbag, France 1994.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
of the Art Deco era of the early 1930's. Originally designed by Gaston-Louis Vuitton, the bag was
Louis Vuitton Alma PM Monogram Top Handle Handbag, France 2001.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
of the Art Deco era of the early 1930's. Originally designed by Gaston-Louis Vuitton, the bag was
Louis Vuitton Monogram NeoNoe Bucket Shoulder Bag Pink M44022
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
certificate will be provided at no further cost. Louis Vuitton NéoNoé MM bucket bag, "Rosa Cipria", mod
Louis Vuitton Red Monogram Vernis Alma BB Bag Handbag with Strap
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Vuitton Alma BB, where heritage meets modern chic. First designed in the 1930s by Gaston-Louis Vuitton
Louis Vuitton Red Monogram Vernis Alma BB Bag Handbag with Strap
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Vuitton Alma BB, where heritage meets modern chic. First designed in the 1930s by Gaston-Louis Vuitton
Louis Vuitton Red Monogram Vernis Alma BB Bag Handbag with Strap
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Vuitton Alma BB, where heritage meets modern chic. First designed in the 1930s by Gaston-Louis Vuitton
Louis Vuitton Alma Vernis PM Monogram Top Handle Handbag, France 2011.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
of the Art Deco era of the early 1930's. Originally designed by Gaston-Louis Vuitton, the bag was
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Vernis Alma BB Bag Handbag with Strap
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Alma BB, where heritage meets modern chic. First designed in the 1930s by Gaston-Louis Vuitton, the
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H 45.28 in W 24.02 in D 15.75 in
20thC Louis Vuitton "Lily Pons" Show Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1930
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
renowned French-American opera singer Lily Pons, who asked Gaston-Louis Vuitton to design a bespoke travel
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Louis Vuitton Ivory EPI Leather Alma PM Top Handle Bag, 2008
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
. Originally designed by Gaston-Louis Vuitton, the bag was originally named “Champs-Elysées” after the famous
Louis Vuitton Mimosa Yellow EPI Leather Alma PM Top Handle Bag, 1996.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
1930's. Originally designed by Gaston-Louis Vuitton, the bag was originally named “Champs-Elysées
Louis Vuitton Vintage Brass Gaston V Keychain Bag Charm Pendant 81lz52s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Measurements: Length: 1" Width: .1" Height: 3.2" OVERALL GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear: Hardware: Minor Scratches, Minor Tarnish sku : 81lz52s
Louis Vuitton Vintage Rare Gaston V Keychain Bag Charm Pendant 72lk429s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Measurements: Length: 1" Width: .1" Height: 3" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear: Hardware: Very Minor Scratches, Very Minor Tarnish SKU : 72lk429s
Louis Vuitton Men's 40 US Black Denim Gaston V LV Jeans 118lv45
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Men's 40 US Black Denim Gaston V LV Jeans 118lv45 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length
Louis Vuitton LV Americas Cup Gaston V Whale Keychain Bag Charm 2lk412s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton LV Americas Cup Gaston V Whale Keychain Bag Charm 2lk412s Date Code/Serial Number
Louis Vuitton Navy Blue Gaston V Line Long Zippy Bifold Wallet 122lv728
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: SP2175 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 7.75" Width: .3" Height: 4" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Leather and ...
Louis Vuitton Navy Blue Zippy Organizer Lv Cup Long Leather Gaston V 872734
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
: Navy Blue Material : Vuitton Cup Country of Manufacture : France Code, Number etc. : TH0027
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H 6.5 in W 2.5 in L 14.5 in
Louis Vuitton LV Cup Gaston V Mizan Bumbag Bum Belt Pack Waist Pouch 45lz413s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton LV Cup Gaston V Mizan Bumbag Bum Belt Pack Waist Pouch 45lz413s Date Code/Serial
Louis Vuitton Bumbag Gaston V Line Fast Fanny Pack Banana 237494 Grey Weekend
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: BA2195 Made In: France Measurements: Width: 3" Height: 6.5" Length:Fits any waist up to 42" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Signs of...
Louis Vuitton Dark Brown Soana Leather Gaston V Runway Sac Plat Tote 484lvs64
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: FO1016 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 14" Width: 4" Height: 15" Shoulder Handle Drop: 7.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or 7.5 ) Accesso...
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H 1.2 in W 0.1 in L 45 in
Louis Vuitton Limited Men's 100/40 Navy Blue LV Cup Gaston V Belt 1126lv4
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: M9220 Made In: Spain Measurements: Length: 45" Width: .1" Height: 1.2" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Accessories: Care Booklet, Blank LV...
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H 6.5 in W 2.5 in L 12 in
Louis Vuitton Grey-Black Gaston V Line Fast Waist Bag Fanny Pouch Bum Pack 1122l
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: BA2195 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 12" Width: 2.5" Height: 6.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 29"-41" Handle Drop: 2" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7...
LOUIS VUITTON Vintage Brown MONOGRAM Canvas ALMA Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Inspired by the shape invented in the 30s by Gaston Vuitton, the ALMA by LOUIS VUITTON is a classic
Louis Vuitton Purple Amarante Monogram Vernis Alma GM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
. Inspired by the shape invented in the 30s by Gaston Vuitton, the ALMA by LOUIS VUITTON is a classic of the
Louis Vuitton Purple Amarante Monogram Vernis Alma GM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
. Inspired by the shape invented in the 30s by Gaston Vuitton, the ALMA by LOUIS VUITTON is a classic of the
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Alma PM Handbag M53151
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Inspired by the shape invented in the 30s by Gaston Vuitton, the ALMA by LOUIS VUITTON is a classic
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Alma Top Handle Bag M51130
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Inspired by the shape invented in the 30s by Gaston Vuitton, the ALMA by LOUIS VUITTON is a classic
Louis Vuitton Yellow Epi Leather Alma Nano Mini Crossbody Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
certificate will be provided at no further cost. Inspired by the shape invented in the 30s by Gaston Vuitton
Louis Vuitton Vintage Brown Monogram Canvas Alma Top Handle Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
certificate will be provided at no further cost. Inspired by the shape invented in the 30s by Gaston Vuitton
Louis Vuitton Vintage Black Epi Leather Alma Top Handle Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Inspired by the shape invented in the 30s by Gaston Vuitton, the ALMA by LOUIS VUITTON is a classic
Louis Vuitton Poppy Epi Leather Alma BB Bag Handbag with Strap
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
certificate will be provided at no further cost. Inspired by the shape invented in the 30s by Gaston Vuitton
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Alma PM Top Handle Bag M53151
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Inspired by the shape invented in the 30s by Gaston Vuitton, the ALMA by LOUIS VUITTON is a classic
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Alma PM Top Handle Bag M53151
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Inspired by the shape invented in the 30s by Gaston Vuitton, the ALMA by LOUIS VUITTON is a classic
Louis Vuitton Red Pomme D'Amour Monogram Vernis Alma GM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
. Inspired by the shape invented in the 30s by Gaston Vuitton, the ALMA by LOUIS VUITTON is a classic of the
$15,439 / item
H 32.68 in W 110.24 in D 40.56 in
Art Deco Sofa by Munna Design Studio with Velvet Upholstery
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa features a wonderfully elegant fan-shaped motif, with its accentuated curvy lines with decadent and lavish finish. The feminine curves are ravishingly enhanced by the diffe...
Velvet
Louis Vuitton 1984 Monogram Canvas Keepall 55 Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stylish duffel is crafted of monogram coated canvas with vachetta leather wrap around detailing and rolled top handles with brass hardware. The top zippers open to a cocoa brown...
$14,500 / set
H 30 in W 31.5 in D 33 in
Pair of 1940's Style Classic Club or Lounge Chairs in Amber Color Shearling
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful exuberant pair of new Danish modern lounge chairs of our own design. The design is inspired by the classic designs from the 1940s but with our own design variations and up-...
Sheepskin, Beech
1990’s Moschino Vintage Red Leather Heart Bag seen on The Nanny
By Moschino
Located in Concord, NC
Iconic rare Moschino Redwall vintage rare patent leather red heart shoulder bag from 1995 as seen on Fran Dresher from The Nanny. Made in Italy Features bright red leather with gold...
Fendi Sac Beige Noir Moyen Peekaboo Medium Leather and Suede Hand Bag
By Fendi
Located in PARIS, FR
Fendi Peekaboo Medium bag, in lightly grained natural leather, suede interior on one side and natural water snake, gold and silver metalwork, matte and shiny and partially enameled (...
LOUIS VUITTON black Epi leather SPEEDY 30 Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Louis Vuitton Speedy 30 Handbag in black Epi leather is a timeless and versatile piece. Crafted from durable Epi leather, it features a sleek, structured design w...
Circa 1880 Italian Large Gilt wood LXV Style Confidente Sofa
Located in London, Park Royal
A rare antique find from Tuscany Italy. This 'Confidante' sofa, circa 1880, is in beautiful condition. The large frame is finely carved in the LXV style, with its original water gild...
Gold, Gold Leaf
$4,087
H 13.39 in W 18.51 in D 10.63 in
Large Louis Vuitton Bag, Large Louis Vuitton Duffle Bag, Vuitton Boston Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-ouen, FR
This bag is a very unusual model. Horizontally, it opens on a rigid compartment to put fragile items like make up, perfume bottles, after shave and so on. There is a separation betwe...
'Daffodil' Table Lamp by Tiffany Studios
By Tiffany Studios
Located in London, GB
‘Daffodil’ table lamp by Tiffany Studios American, c. 1910 Height 56cm, diameter 40cm Designed and hand-made by the artisans from the renowned Tiffany Studios (1902-1932), this ‘Daf...
Bronze, Lead
$308,411 / set
H 75 in Dm 29 in
Monumental Pair of Louis XV Style Ormolu and Crystal Girandoles by Baccarat
By Baccarat
Located in London, GB
A magnificent pair of Louis XV style Ormolu and crystal girandoles Probably by Baccarat Constructed from finely cast and chased ormolu, the imposing floor candelabra—almost 2-me...
Crystal, Ormolu
$13,794 / item
H 33.08 in W 115.36 in D 61.82 in
Beige Velvet Curved Sofa with Fumed Eucalyptus Base from Portugal
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Olympia projects pure haute couture from this two-piece suite, with its sensuous feminine outline and voluptuous shape. Each exquisitely curved design features detailed seaming to th...
Velvet, Wood
Hermes Birkin 30 Bamboo Green Shiny Porosus Crocodile Bag GHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Birkin 30 Bamboo Green Shiny Porosus Crocodile Bag GHW. C stamp. A stunner from Hermès. An extremely rare find. A statement piece, collector worthy - Investment Bag. Conditio...
$32,897Sale Price|20% Off
H 28.35 in W 30.32 in D 12.21 in
Antique Tiffany Studios Adjustable Lamp Base with Later Stained Glass Shade
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Tiffany adjustable bronze lamp base, stamped "Tiffany Studios, New York, 7984", circa 1915. The base was acquired with its current Tiffany Style stained glass shade with Dragonfly mo...
Bronze
LOUIS VUITTON black & brown Monogram Canvas GAIA Hobo Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Louis Vuitton Gaia hobo bag is crafted from classic Ebene brown Monogram canvas with black leather gussets and trims, complemented by a natural vachetta handle fo...
Hermès Horseshoe Birkin 25 cm Sellier Biscuit Craie Epsom Leather
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Birkin Bag "Sellier Version" Made in France Stamp K Made of epsom leather and permabrass hardware (yellow gold tone but less bright) Colorway: Ouside i...
$4,790
H 4.34 in W 16.93 in D 13.39 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton "President" Briefcase In Monogram Canvas, France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A charming Louis Vuitton hard-sided case, late 20th century, the exterior finished in the famous monogram canvas with brass fittings. This beautiful example is in fantastic condition...
Brass
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.