LOUIS VUITTON Vintage Saint Jacques Toledo Blue Epi Leather Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Nice, FR
LOUIS VUITTON Saint Jacques Toledo Blue Epi Leather Handbag. Bag features : - Iconic Louis Vuitton Saint Jacques design - Rich Toledo blue Epi leather with the House's distinctive t...
Louis Vuitton Toledo Blue Epi Leather Saint Jacques Hand Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This striking vintage Louis Vuitton Saint Jacques handbag in Toledo Blue Epi leather is a masterpiece of architectural design, instantly recognizable by its elegant, structured fan s...
Louis Vuitton Toledo Blue Epi Leather Saint Jacques PM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Designer bags are ideal companions for ample occasions! Here we have a fashion-meets-functionality piece crafted with precision. It has been equipped with a well-sized interior that ...
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H 9.75 in W 3.75 in L 9.25 in
Louis Vuitton Saint Jacques Epi Toledo Zip 231681 Blue Leather Tote
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: VI 1924 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 9.25" Width: 3.75" Height: 9.75" Shoulder strap drop: 5.75" OVERALL GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION ( 6.75/10 or B- ) Re...
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H 11.8 in W 6.69 in L 17.3 in
Louis Vuitton Saint Jacques Epi Toledo Zip 870209 Blue Leather Tote
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 17.3 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 44 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 11.8 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 30 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 6.69 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 17 cm(approx) ...
Louis Vuitton Bleu Nuit Monogram Vernis Wilshire PM Tote Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Arnhem, NL
A Louis Vuitton Wilshire PM tote bag crafted from Bleu Nuit (dark green/blue color) Monogram Vernis leather. The interior is lined with a fabric and next to the major compartment it ...
$664Sale Price|31% Off
Miu Miu Blue Matelasse Nappa Leather Shoulder/Hand Flap Bag
By Miu Miu
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Mui Mui blue matelasse nappa quilted leather flap bag features a slim, adjustable leather crossbody strap. Silver hardware lock closure with keys and a leather tag with a hidden mi...
Hermès Blue Jean Clemence Leather Lindy Bag with Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Absolutely Stunning Authentic Hermes blue jean Lindy bag in excellent condition. Classic blue jean clemence leather exterior trimmed with shining silver palladium hardware. Two side ...
Bottega Veneta Veneta Hobo Misty Blue Intrecciato Leather Bag Medium 47cm
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Bottega Veneta Veneta Hobo Misty Blue Intrecciato Leather Bag Medium 47cm These are professional photos of the actual bag. This Bottega Veneta Veneta Bag is an exceptional piece of...
HERMES Blue Jean Clemence leather PICOTIN 22 Bag Palladium
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Picotin 22 bag in Bleu Jean (jeans blue) Taurillon Clemence leather featuring contrasting white stitching and Palladium hardware. Unlined. Has been carried and ...
Louis Vuitton Varenne EPI Leather Satchel Tote Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Louis Vuitton black and red Epi leather Varenne satchel-style tote bag. This super chic Louis Vuitton Varenne tote bag comes to you in luxurious black and red epi leather. ...
$1,595
H 10 in D 5.75 in L 13 in
Early Jason Wu Blue Leather Structured Tote Handbag with Shoulder Strap
By Jason Wu
Located in Morristown, NJ
A striking and architecturally refined example of early Jason Wu handbag design, this rare two-handle tote from the designer’s Pre-Fall 2012 collection exemplifies the polished sophi...
Louis Vuitton Blue Toldeo Epi Noe Drawstring Bucket Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Louis Vuitton Blue Toldeo Epi Noe Drawstring Bucket Bag in good condition. Blue epi leather exterior trimmed with golden brass hardware and smooth leather. Top drawstring closure ope...
LOUIS VUITTON Indigo Coquelicot blue Epi leather NEONOE MM Bucket Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Louis Vuitton NéoNoé MM Bucket Shoulder Bag in navy Epi leather combines style and sophistication in a versatile design. Crafted from iconic Epi textured leather,...
Louis Vuitton Noe Bucket Bag in Epi Leather Myrtille (Blue)
By Louis Vuitton
Located in COLLINGWOOD, AU
• Model: Petit Noé • Product Number: M5901G • Material: Epi Leather • Color: Myrtille (Blue) • Dimensions: 24 × 27 × 18 cm • Style: Shoulder / Bucket Bag • Closure: Drawstring
Louis Vuitton Navy Epi Alma BB
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Louis Vuitton Navy Epi Alma BB SKU: 155315 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: Since Louis Vuitton crafted his first trunk in Paris in 1854, the maison has be...
Louis Vuitton Melie Empriente Leather Satchel in Navy, 2017
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Louis Vuitton Empreinte Melie in Navy. Features Louis Vuitton monogram embossed leather in dark navy, zipper top closure, gold hardware, two front zipper pockets, leather h...
Louis Vuitton Takeoff Sling Body Bag blue calf leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Louis Vuitton Takeoff Sling Body Bag Blue calf leather Its spare design and rich grained calf leather make the LV Aerogram Takeoff Sling a practical hands-free accessory for the fas...
LOUIS VUITTON navy blue / pink Taurillon leather CAPUCINES MM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Louis Vuitton Capucines MM Taurillon Leather Bag is crafted from supple navy Taurillon leather, finished with pink edge detailing and a pink interior lining for a...
Louis Vuitton Cyan Blue Epi Leather Neverfull Pochette Wristlet Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Louis Vuitton Teal Neverfull Pochette Wristlet Bag Made In: France Year of Production: 2013 Color: Cyan teal blue Hardware: Silvertone Materials: Epi leather Lining: Pink canvas Clo...
Roger Vivier XXL Blue Shopping Large Soft Bag
By Roger Vivier
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
XXL Bag Soft leather Blue color Two handles Double internal compartment divided by zip pocket Iternal zip pocket Cm 46 x 28 x 18 (18,11 x 11 x 7 inches) Free Express shipping via Fe...
Missoni Colorful Silk Halter Dress
By Missoni
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous colorful fine silk knit halter dress from Missoni in a red, orange, blue, yellow, white, lavender and black abstract pattern. It slips on over the head and has 2 black str...
7.55 Carat Peach Tourmaline Emerald Cut Platinum Diamond Ring By Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A 7.55 carat peach tourmaline emerald cut platinum diamond ring, handcrafted by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills as a romantic collector jewel and meaningful alternative engagement ring...
Diamond, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$35,000
H 2.76 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Haircomb Necklace, ca. 1880s A very unusual and stunning Victorian crown, set with fiery opal cabochons and old-mine cut diamonds, from the 1880s. T...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
GIA Certified 7.0 Carat Heart Shape Pink Diamond Cocktail Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
Heart Shape Diamond weighing 7.0 Carat with GIA certificate stating the Diamond is of Fancy Pink color and VS2 Clarity. Surrounded by reverse set White Diamonds weighing 5.02 Carats....
Pink Diamond, Platinum
GUCCI by Tom Ford Pink GG Monogram Logo Satin Lizard Barbiecore Horsebit Bag
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
A stunning Gucci clutch Made of finest pink satin Ruched style, with the famous GUCCI GG Monogram stamped on silk Exotic Lizard Skin Trimming Mat-gold hardware Horsebit detail Fully ...
$850
H 1.19 in W 0.28 in L 1.07 in
Hermès Curiosity Kelly Bag Charm Pendant Necklace Guilloche Permabrass
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Adorable Authentic Hermès Pendant In shape of a "Kelly" Bag The smallest version ever of the Iconic Kelly Bag It even has the padlock and clochette-tirette ! Made in France Made...
Cartier Gold Retro Box with Sapphire Clasp
By Cartier
Located in Darnestown, MD
Elegant 14 karat gold minaudiere by Cartier from the 1940's. This Retro piece has a double zig zag design on all surfaces. The clasp is a cabochon sapphire. The box measures 2 7/8 i...
Sapphire, 14k Gold
$2,836
H 5.52 in W 1.19 in L 8.86 in
Hermès Padlock Bag Clutch Purse Doblis Leather Purple and Golden Hdw RARE
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Lovely and Rare Authentic Hermès Clutch Called "Padlock" due to the Padlock Shaped clasp Very rare ! A-line shape of the purse and asymmetrical cut of the flap for a chic and eleg...
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 4mm Band Ring 5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 4mm Band Ring 5 Metal: 18K Gold Size: 5 Band Width: 4mm Diamond: 10 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .22 Hallmark: TIFFANY&...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Hermes Kelly 35 Malachite Shiny Crocodile Porosus Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the epitome of luxury and sophistication, the Hermes Kelly 35 Malachite Shiny Crocodile Porosus Gold Hardware handbag. Crafted in 2018, this iconic handbag is a testament...
$975Sale Price|23% Off
H 4.25 in D 1.25 in L 7 in
Opulent Amethyst Semi precious Sliced Inlay Gilt Trim Minaudiere' Clutch 21st c
Located in University City, MO
Opulent amethyst sliced inlay clutch is framed with a textured gilt metal clasp frame Carried with a string of purple color resin beads that is detachable By detaching the purple res...
GUCCI Limited Edition Exotic Lizard Satin Flora Print Horsebit Bag Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
RARE GUCCI FLORAL FLORA PRINT SIGNATURE HORSEBIT BAG DETAILS: A GUCCI signature piece that will last you for many years Timeless classic - a true beauty! Loved by many celebritie...
Louis Vuitton Sac Alma MM Cuir Epi Noir LV Alma Medium Black Leather Hand Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in PARIS, FR
Louis Vuitton Alma Medium handbag in black Epi leather, with a double-slider zip closure, gray-black suede interior with two slip pockets and one zipped pocket, padlock and key, pull...
Chanel 90s Vintage Canvas & Leather Duffle Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel late 80s early 90s canvas and leather quilted duffle bag. Gold tone hardware. Handle drop 6.5". Detachable strap measures 44". Small glue residue on top, interior smell due to...
Gucci 1980s Vintage Pink Leather Horsebit Clutch Bag
By MAURIZIO GUCCI, Gucci
Located in London, GB
The Ultimate Multi-Tasker Designed in Italy during the 1980s, this rare vintage piece perfectly bridges the gap between jet-set utility and modern evening elegance. Originally engine...
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 55.00 Carat Diamond Necklace
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the Museum Vault At Emilio Jewelry located on New York's Iconic Fifth Avenue, A magnificent necklace hand made in the Emilio Atelier, the focal point of this necklace is the Cen...
Diamond
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.