A 1995 Vintage Louis Vuitton Castillan Red Epi Leather Cluny Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This stunning Louis Vuitton Cluny shoulder bag is a true vintage masterpiece, dating back to September 1995.
A 1995 Vintage Louis Vuitton Castillan Red Epi Leather Cluny Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This stunning Louis Vuitton Cluny shoulder bag is a true vintage masterpiece, dating back to September 1995.
1990s 90s Escada Size 10 Red Tweed Skirt Suit Detachable Rabbit Fur Vintage 90s
By Escada
Located in San Diego, CA
Shown styled with a vintage Louis Vuitton monogram shoulder bag, which is also available separately in my 1stdibs shop.
Vintage Louis Vuitton brown epi shoulder tote bag. Perfect vintage LV bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
Introducing another classic Louis Vuitton shoulder bag in epi leather back in the 90's.
Vintage Louis Vuitton black epi mod clutch, shoulder bag with a red eye hublot.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
Vintage Louis Vuitton black epi mod clutch purse, shoulder bag with a red eye bull design closure.
Vintage Louis Vuitton red, blue, and green, epi bucket hobo GM noe shoulder bag.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
Classic LV bag. Vintage Louis Vuitton noe bag in red, blue, and green epi leather from the 90's.
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H 8.8 in W 14.5 in D 1.57 in
Vintage Louis Vuitton black epi trapezoid mod style clutch bag. Trapeze purse.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
1990s. Vintage Louis Vuitton black epi trapezoid mod style clutch bag. One of the most unique purses from LOUIS VUITTON, epi line back in the old era. Unisex use for all generation...
Louis Vuitton Pochette Damier Ebene Shoulder Bag - '90s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Louis Vuitton Trousse Pochette in Damier Ebene with golden brass hardware. A simple, compact zip tip pochette, ideal for when you only need the essentials (will fit a small phone). W...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Accessories Pochette Top Handle Shoulder Bag, 2007.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
This incredibly popular piece of Louis Vuitton history became a worldwide phenomenon during the late 90's and early 2000's as the "it girl" bag and has recently seen a resurgence in ...
Louis Vuitton Black and Red Epi Noe Bi colour Bucket Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- This vintage 1991 Louis Vuitton black and red Noe bucket shoulder bag features a bicolor epi leather body, an adjustable shoulder strap, and a top red leather drawstring closure an...
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monceau Handbag - '90s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Louis Vuitton Monogram Monceau 28 Handbag. Louis Vuitton logo buckle with adjustable shoulder strap. Serial code: M51185 Inclusion: dust bag, shoulder strap. Height:25;Width:28;Dept...
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H 27 in D 11.5 in L 23.5 in
Louis Vuitton Monogram Sac Marin Large Duffle Bag XL Travel Tote Vintage 90s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Travel in style with this incredible Louis Vuitton monogram Sac Marin GM with shoulder strap. Made from LV's signature monogram canvas with vachetta leather trim, this extra-large t...
1990 Louis Vuitton Felicie double face bag clutch
By Louis Vuitton
Located in PARIS, FR
Louis Vuitton bag composed of a Félicie style clutch, double, in Monogram canvas decorated with a thin removable strap for shoulder or cross body wear, natural leather interior with ...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Sirius Suitcase 65cm Luggage Weekender Travel Bag 90´s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Louis Vuitton Monogram Sirius Suitcase 65cm Luggage Weekender Travel Bag 80s This beautiful luggage is in good condition. The luggage does have some wear to it but still looks good a...
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Sac Marin Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Rare vintage Louis Vuitton large 'Sac Marin' travel bag from the 90s.
Louis Vuitton Black And Red Epi Leather Noe Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Irvine, CA
Louis Vuitton black and red epi leather Noe shoulder bag with this vintage 1991 features a bicolor epi leather body, an adjustable shoulder strap, and a top red leather drawstring cl...
Louis Vuitton Black and Red Bicolor Epi Leather Noe Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Irvine, CA
Louis Vuitton black and red bicolor epi leather Noe shoulder bag with black suede lining, an adjustable shoulder strap, and a top red leather drawstring closure and interior zipper p...
90's Vintage Louis Vuitton monogram handbag, unisex purse. Classic.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
1990s. Vintage Louis Vuitton monogram handbag, unisex purse. Elegant and classic purse that would never go out of style. Vintage Louis Vuitton purse in classic monogram..... The ...
NEW-Louis Vuitton keepall 50 strap Travel bag Glitter silver by virgil Abloh
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, IDF
ULTRA EXCLUSIVE - SOLD OUT - LAST VIRGIL ABLOH COLLECTION Keepall Shoulder Strap 50 is lined with the same shiny leather without the Damier pattern. Inspired by the disco ball, this...
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H 47 in D 3 in L 23 in
90'S Louis Vuitton Canvas & Leather "LV" Monogram Hanging Travel Garment Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1990S Louis Vuitton Canvas, Leather & Brass Folding "LV" Logo Monogram Travel Hanging Garment Bag. This Louis Vuitton fold over hanging travel garment bag features the "Five" hanger ...
Gianni Versace Red Leather Motorcycle Jacket and Skirt A/W 1994
By Gianni Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous and rare red patent leather motorcycle jacket with matching skirt from Gianni Versace. It has all of Versace's amazing attention to detail including Medusa head pulls on t...
UNWORN Gucci by Tom Ford Black Dragon Pearl Jeweled Mink Fur Evening Bag Clutch
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE GUCCI BY TOM FORD GORGEOUS FUR EVENING BAG WITH STUNNING JEWELED DRAGON DETAIL DETAILS: A GUCCI signature piece that will last you for many years From one of GUCC...
New Emilio Pucci Runway Pumps Heels Wedges Sz 37
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Emilio Pucci Gorgeous Blue Suede Wedge Heels Size: 37 Suede Adjustable Ankle Strap Pucci Painted Cork Heel Heels: 5" Platforms: 1" New With Dust Cover
$5,490
H 19 in W 14 in L 8 in
Balenciaga Arena Wheeled Suitcase Rolling Carry-on Luggage Trolley Leather Bag
By Balenciaga
Located in Miami, FL
Balenciaga 2013 Rare Limited Edition Periwinkle Blue Jacynthe Wheeled Carry-On Balenciaga Wheeled Carry-On, features soft lambskin and distinctive aged brass hardware. Black perfora...
UNWORN Emilio Pucci by Peter Dundas 2011 Navy Crochet Knit Maxi Dress Gown 42
By Emilio Pucci, Peter Dundas
Located in Switzerland, CH
ABSOLUTELY INSANE EMILIO PUCCI MIDNIGHT BLUE CROCHET KNIT CUTOUT GOWN DESIGNED BY PETER DUNDAS SOLD OUT IMMEDIATELY WORN BY TOPMODELS AS CLAUDIA SCHIFFER, MIRANDA KERR AND MANY OT...
$5,115
Size: FR 40 - UK 12 - IT 44
Jean Paul Gaultier knitted wool floral tapestry sweater and skirt set, fw 1984
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
Jean Paul Gaultier; Tapestry style floral knitted wool turtle neck sweater and skirt set Fall-Winter 1984
NEW Prada Exotic Crocodile Ballet Flats Ballerina Slippers Shoes 38
By Prada
Located in Switzerland, CH
A PRADA signature piece and timeless classic that will last you for years Bi-color exotic crocodile leather - no print! Gold-metallic leather lining Outer sole in rea...
Issey Miyake black nylon oversized parachute coat, fw 1987
By Issey Miyake
Located in London, GB
Issey Miyake; Black nylon oversized parachute coat with batwing sleeves and two front pockets Fall-Winter 1987
Jean Paul Gaultier Transformable Peplum Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in New York, NY
Jean Paul Gaultier Transformable Black Faille Moire Peplum Jacket from the 1990's. Gaultier's Haute Couture training is evident in this fitted "Bar" style peplum jacket with pointed ...
Vintage 1950s Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A head turning cocktail dress from the 1950s. The dress has a deep v neckline and backline. with a flared skirt and wonderful velvet flowers and detail on the hem.
1980s Christian Dior Black Fine Wool Tuxedo Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1980s black fine wool Christian Dior cocktail dress. The dress looks like a double breasted tuxedo jacket and pencil skirt ensemble from the front, and a dress from the back. Deep cu...
Rare Yves Saint Laurent Jeweled Velvet Evening Dress in Book Collectors Museum
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One of the most famous dresses designed by Tom Ford, for YSL 2002 collection. In addition to all the fashion magazines it is also featured in Tom Ford's book "Tom Ford" in a full pag...
Christian Dior Haute Couture Black and White Dress, Betsy Bloomingdale 1980
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a black and white long "sailor" style day dress by Christian Dior Haute Couture, from 1980. This dress has a full skirt with gathers at the hip, and a 16" zipper on the side ...
$1,250
Size: Small / Small Medium
Marc Jacobs Collection Neon Green Blue Rhinestone Mod 60s Style Cotton Jacket
By Marc Jacobs
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic MARC JACOBS Early 2000s Collection neon green and blue mod retro print cotton trench jacket / coat ! Features mod 1960s style flower prints throughout. Sparkly large rhinestone ...
$1,275
Size: Small / Medium
1970s Holly's Harp China Stencil Buttons Hand Painted Cold Shoulder Silk Dress
By Holly Harp
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare 70s HOLLY'S HARP purple hand painted boho cold shoulder dress ! Features a beautiful medium shade of purple. Hand painted tress, leaves and rainbows throughout. Vibrant colors o...
Gianni Versace S/S 1993 Runway Vintage Bustier Jacket Top
By Gianni Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Gianni Versace S/S 1993 Runway Vintage Bustier Jacket Top IT 38 Look 36 from the Spring/Summer 1993 Collection. Gianni Versace bustier top featuring double breasted closure at front...
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.