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.
Louis Vuitton Les Gastons Vuitton Trunk Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold Diamond
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Pay tribute to the adventurous spirit of the Maison with this sophisticated Les Gastons Vuitton Trunk necklace. Part of the latest fine jewelry collection inspired by Gaston-Louis Vu...
White Gold
Signed Louis Vuitton 18K White Gold & Gemstone Spaceman Robot Pendant Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Louis Vuitton necklace. In 18 karat white gold. Designed as a spaceman or robot with articulating arms & legs and a turning head. Set with white brilliant cut diamonds, yel...
Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Louis Vuitton Gold Heart Locket Charm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Feasterville, PA
Louis Vuitton heart locket charm pendant in 18k yellow gold with an iconic "LV" monogram on the front surrounded by an intricate garnish design with...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Louis Vuitton 18K Takashi Murakami Diamond Panda Pendant Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Miami, FL
This Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami Panda Pendant and Chain Necklace is a playful, collectible masterpiece crafted in 18K white gold. Featuring a whimsical panda character encruste...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Louis Vuitton x Murakami Tricolor Vivienne Pendant Necklace #5048
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Southampton, PA
On this Louis Vuitton necklace, Japanese artist Takashi Murakami adds his bold signature to one of the luxury brands most iconic characters. The Maisons emblematic mascot Vivienne co...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Louis Vuitton French 2017 Runway Brass Woven Knot Open Collar Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a woven strap terminating with knots and frayed ends Strap is depicted as wrapping around neck and is open in the front Hinged for easy application - designed to resemble...
Gold, Brass
Louis Vuitton Idylle Blossom Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This authentic Louis Vuitton Idylle Blossom LV pendant necklace is a stunning example of the iconic French fashion house's mastery of understated luxury, featuring the instantly reco...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Louis Vuitton Travel Charms Collection Hot Air Balloon Pendant Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Louis Vuitton Travel Charms Collection Hot Air Balloon Pendant. Pendant official price: 190,000 RMB. Necklace official price: 35,000 RMB. Total set price: over 225,000 RMB. Limited e...
18k Gold
Louis Vuitton Heart Locket Charm Gold Pendant
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Feasterville, PA
A luxurious Louis Vuitton heart pendant crafted in 18k white gold with etched borders and the iconic “LV” symbol. This heart locket pendant...
18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Louis Vuitton Rose Gold Dog Tag Pendant Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Feasterville, PA
Elevate your style to new heights with the Louis Vuitton Dog Tag Square Pendant Necklace—a luxurious blend of tradition and modernity. Crafted f...
Rose Gold
Louis Vuitton Heart Locket Charm Gold Pendant
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Feasterville, PA
A luxurious Louis Vuitton heart pendant crafted in 18k white gold with etched borders and the iconic “LV” symbol. This heart locket pendant...
18k Gold, White Gold
Louis Vuitton Snowman Onyx 18k Two-Tone Gold Charm Pendant Vintage Limited
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Louis Vuitton Snowman Onyx 18k Two-Tone Gold Charm Pendant. It is a rare, collectible piece of fine jewelry from the French luxury fashion house. Key Features Materials: Crafted fr...
Gold
Louis Vuitton Diamond 18K White Gold Snowflake Charm Pendant
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Simpsonville, SC
Introducing the Louis Vuitton Diamond 18K White Gold Snowflake Charm Pendant, an exquisite embodiment of luxury and sophistication. Crafted with precision and elegance, this pendant ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Louis Vuitton Diamond Idylle Star Blossom Pendant Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your jewelry collection with the refined elegance of the Louis Vuitton Idylle Blossom Pendant. Crafted in 18 karat white gold, this exquisite piece is inspired by the iconic ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
LOUIS VUITTON gold & silver metal MY EPI Cuff Bracelet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Louis Vuitton 'My Epi' cuff in gold and silver-tone metal. Opens with a magnetic closure. Has been worn and shows wear and scratches allover. Overall in good condition...
Louis Vuitton Signature Diamond Gold Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Feasterville, PA
Louis Vuitton Signature Diamond necklace in 18k yellow gold set with 2 glistening round brilliant cut diamonds dotting each "i". Dimensions: ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Louis Vuitton 18k Rose Gold Heart Pendant Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Feasterville, PA
Elegance and modern sophistication meet in this Louis Vuitton 18k rose gold heart pendant necklace, a stunning piece that showcases the maison's timeless design philosophy. Crafted w...
Rose Gold
Louis Vuitton Paris 18 Karat Yellow Gold Logo Dog Tag Unisex Pendant Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a yellow gold dog tag suspending from a black twisted rope silk cord Tag is pierced with logo style diamond and dashed line motif Engraved with logo flower, number, and b...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Brass
Louis Vuitton Flower Gold Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Feasterville, PA
A fabulous authentic Louis Vuitton Flower necklace crafted in shimmering 18k white gold set upon a leather necklace adjustable up to 32" ...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Louis Vuitton Steamer Bag 18k Yellow Gold Onyx Charm Pendant
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Louis Vuitton Steamer Bag 18k Yellow Gold Onyx Charm Pendant is a luxurious and stylish accessory crafted from high-quality materials. The pendant features a stunning black onyx ...
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Louis Vuitton Signature Diamond Gold Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Feasterville, PA
Louis Vuitton Signature Diamond necklace in 18k yellow gold set with 2 glistening round brilliant cut diamonds dotting each "i". Dimensions: ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Louis Vuitton Signature Diamond Gold Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Feasterville, PA
Louis Vuitton Signature Diamond necklace in 18k yellow gold set with 2 glistening round brilliant cut diamonds dotting each "i". Dimensions...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Louis Vuitton Flower White Gold Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Feasterville, PA
A fabulous authentic Louis Vuitton Flower necklace crafted in shimmering 18k white gold set upon a leather necklace adjustable up to 32" ...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Louis Vuitton Large Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Large Pendant Necklace by Louis Vuitton. Details: Length: Silk Cord Adjustable up to 32" Weight: 27.8 grams Pendant: 35mm x 36.5mm Stamped Hallmarks: Louis Vuitton 750...
Yellow Gold
Vintage Boho Brass & Wood Bib Necklace
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage boho brass and wood bib necklace is a unique, statement-making piece of jewelry that combines natural materials with a bold, artistic design, embodying the free-spirited...
Sterling Silver, Brass
18k Gold Diamond Cross Necklace Cross Pendant Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Cross Necklace is made of 18k solid gold available in three colors:- White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Lightweight and gorgeous natural genuine round cut diamond. Each d...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Floral Heart Mourning Locket #22363
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Floral Heart Mourning Locket - Elegant and timeless, this 14K yellow gold mourning locket is a heartfelt keepsake designed to hold a cherished memory close. Featurin...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 18K Gold Rose Cut Diamond Encrusted Heart Locket
Located in Venice, CA
Circa 1880, this heart shaped locket is encrusted with rose cut diamonds, held up by tall buttercup prongs. The prongs are connected as a mount, separate from the locket, which has b...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Tricolor Gold Cross Pendant #19662
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Tricolor Gold Cross Pendant- This elegant cross pendant is crafted in beautifully detailed 14K yellow, white and rose gold. Size: 25 mm x 18.5 mm Weight: 3.3 dwt/ 5.1 gr ...
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier “Le Baiser Du Dragon” Diamond Pendant Necklace – 18K White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
A bold expression of Cartier’s iconic design language, this Le Baiser Du Dragon pendant necklace blends architectural elegance with a rich cultural motif. Crafted in 18K white gold, ...
Diamond, White Gold
Treasured Heart Locket In 18ct Gold Vermeil
Located in London, GB
Celebrate your precious stories with our timeless, classic 'Treasured Heart' locket, suspended on our beautifully-textured, adjustable millie-grain chain and finished with our signat...
Vermeil
Louis Vuitton Diamond Idylle Star Blossom Pendant Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your jewelry collection with the refined elegance of the Louis Vuitton Idylle Blossom Pendant. Crafted in 18 karat white gold, this exquisite piece is inspired by the iconic ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 18K White Gold Heart Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Estate Cartier 18K White Gold Pave Diamond Heart Necklace. This elegant piece features the original heart pendant and chain, both signed Cartier with proper hallmarks and serial numb...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$572 / item
H 0.44 in W 0.56 in
18k Solid Gold Diamond Crab Pendant Necklace Cancer Zodiac Pendant Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Crab Pendant Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold / White Gold / Rose Gold. Delicate dainty crab charm necklace with natural diamond set in 18k solid gold a...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,285
H 0.5 in W 0.33 in L 16 in
Tiffany & Co Diamond Love Pendant & Necklace 18k White Gold Signed Jewelry
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed pre-owned Tiffany & Co diamond "Love" pendant & necklace crafted in 18k white & yellow gold. Diamonds total an estimated 0.12 carats (estim...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 9ct Gold Ruby & Pearl Heart Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Heart Locket 9ct Gold Stamped Hallmarked Birmingham 1980 Makers Mark C & F Beautiful, vintage heart shaped locket. Decorated with natural rubies & seed pearls. The insid...
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold
Louis Vuitton 18k White Gold Diamond Girl Pendant Charm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Product Details Brand: Louis Vuitton Material: 18 kt White Gold (as indicated by the "750" hallmark visible in your image) Accents: Pink and purple lacquer with a belt of brilliant-c...
White Gold
Louis Vuitton 18k yellow gold hot air balloon pendant charm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Design: Features a 3D hot air balloon with a small "LV" monogram basket.
Yellow Gold
Louis Vuitton Blossom Fashion Pendant in 18k Rose Gold 0.5 CTW
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Louis Vuitton Blossom Fashion Pendant in 18k Rose Gold 0.5 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 139386 Listing Title: Louis Vuitton Blossom Fashion Pendant in 18k Rose Gold 0.5 CTW Condition De...
Diamond, Rose Gold
LOUIS VUITTON 2022 Year of Tiger Limited Edition gold blue eyes lock necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON 2022 Year of Tiger Limited Edition gold blue eyes lock necklace Reference: TGAS/E00841 Brand: Louis Vuitton Collection: 2022 Year of TIger Material: Metal Color: Gold, ...
Louis Vuitton Empreinte 18K Rose, White, and Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Southampton, PA
Round out your jewelry collection with this necklace from Louis Vuitton's Empreinte collection. It features a rose gold chain with a lobster clasp and a trio of rings as pendants. Th...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Louis Vuitton 18ct White Gold Idylle Blossom Diamond Necklace 4.36g
By Louis Vuitton
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
This exquisite Louis Vuitton Idylle Blossom LV Pendant Necklace is crafted in 18ct white gold, weighing 4.36 grams. The pendant features the iconic LV monogram, beautifully accented ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Louis Vuitton 18K White Gold 1.30ct Diamond Large Monogram Pendant Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Southampton, PA
This Louis Vuitton necklace beautifully showcases the luxury brand's instantly recognizable logo. Crafted from 18K White Gold, it shines to life thanks to inset Diamond accents with ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Louis Vuitton Blossom Fashion Pendant in 18k Rose Gold 0.5 CTW
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Louis Vuitton Blossom Fashion Pendant in 18k Rose Gold 0.5 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 139386 Listing Title: Louis Vuitton Blossom Fashion Pendant in 18k Rose Gold 0.5 CTW Condition De...
Rose Gold
Louis Vuitton Collier DJ Trunk Monogram Eclipse Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Louis Vuitton Collier DJ Trunk Monogram Eclipse Necklace Black, canvas trunk pendant with signature Louis Vuitton monogram set on silver frame. Detailed with pin-lock ...
Louis Vuitton 18k Rose Gold Diamond Lv Pendant Adjustable Link Chain Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set Material: Solid 18k Rose Gold Weight: 4.06 Grams Chain Type: Cable Link Chain Length: Adjustable at 15 & ...
Diamond, Rose Gold
LOUIS VUITTON Roulette Wheel Good Luck 18k Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous authentic Louis Vuitton charm features white gold a roulette game wheel set in a round yellow gold frame enclosed with a sapphire crystal cover. The back us completed w...
White Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 1.25 in W 0.32 in L 0.94 in
Louis Vuitton Pink Tourmaline 18k Yellow Gold Alma Bag Charm Pendant
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Simpsonville, SC
Introducing the Louis Vuitton Pink Tourmaline 18K Yellow Gold Alma Bag Charm Pendant, a luxurious and sophisticated jewelry piece that combines the iconi...
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold