LOUIS VUITTON Epi Alma PM Cipango
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Louis Vuitton Epi Alma PM in Cipango Gold – A Timeless Icon of Luxury Elevate your
LOUIS VUITTON Epi Alma PM Cipango
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Louis Vuitton Epi Alma PM in Cipango Gold – A Timeless Icon of Luxury Elevate your
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Vintage Alma PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Vintage Alma PM Product Details Xupes Ref: HB6080 Brand: Louis
Louis Vuitton Black Electric Epi Leather Alma Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Louis Vuitton Black Electric Epi Leather Alma Handbag is a timeless and sophisticated accessory
Vuitton XxL Alma Handbag Yellow Epi Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Louis Vuitton Alma Handbag yellow Epi Leather rare and collectible xxl size. The bag is in new
$1,542
H 9.45 in W 13.39 in D 6.3 in L 12.21 in
An Iconic 2007 Louis Vuitton Alma Yellow Epi Leather Hand-Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This stunning Louis Vuitton Alma PM is a vibrant piece of fashion history, crafted in the house's
LOUIS VUITTON Alma Leather Satchel Black
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Louis Vuitton Epi leather Alma satchel in black. Features leather body with LV in the
Louis Vuitton Epi Alma Handbag, Tote Zipangu Gold
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hiroshima City, JP
Louis Vuitton Epi Alma handbag in Zipangu Gold. Vintage LV alma handbag with brass hardware. Never
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Louis Vuitton Alma GM EPI
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dover, DE
, Napkin SIZE: 39/29/18 cm Black color MATERIAL: Epi Patent Leather INSIDE COLOR: Black INSIDE MATERIAL
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Louis Vuitton Alma GM EPI Black
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dover, DE
SIZE: 39/29/18 cm Black color MATERIAL: Epi leather INSIDE COLOR: Black INSIDE MATERIAL: Suede HARDWARE
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Louis Vuitton Alma PB EPI Red
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dover, DE
SIZE: 32/25/16 cm; COLOUR: Red HARDWARE: Silver metal; SET: Dust bag, lock, keys; CONDITION: NW : Never worn bag (new) without receipt or tags.;
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Louis Vuitton Alma PM EPI Orange
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dover, DE
CONDITION: A: Excellent condition with few signs of use; carefully kept. SET: Lock, Key SIZE: 30/25/16 cm. Orange color INSIDE COLOR: Orange INSIDE MATERIAL: Suede HARDWARE: Gold-ton...
Louis Vuitton Alma Handbag Epi Leather BB
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 7", Width 9.5", Depth 4.5", Strap Drop 22" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model
Louis Vuitton Alma Handbag Epi Leather BB
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
: Louis Vuitton Model: Alma Handbag Epi Leather BB Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Red Interior
LOUIS VUITTON, Alma in purple épi leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Clichy, FR
- Designer: LOUIS VUITTON - Model: Alma - Condition: Very good condition. Few scratches, Minor sign
Louis Vuitton Fuchsia Epi Leather Alma PM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
An icon of House Louis Vuitton the Alma bag is easily one of the most popular bags that people
Louis Vuitton Ivory Epi Leather Alma PM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Lugano, Ticino
Louis Vuitton Ivory Epi Leather Alma PM Bag, 2012 - 100% authentic Louis Vuitton - White Epi
Louis Vuitton Alma handbag in black épi leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, FR
Louis Vuitton Alma handbag in black épi leather. Good condition, with some signs of wear ( some
LOUIS VUITTON, Alma PM in blue epi leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Clichy, FR
- Designer: LOUIS VUITTON - Model: Alma PM - Condition: Very good condition. Minor sign of wear on
LOUIS VUITTON, Alma Vintage in yellow epi leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Clichy, FR
- Designer: LOUIS VUITTON - Model: Alma Vintage - Condition: Good condition. Some exterior stains
Louis Vuitton Alma Yellow Epi Leather Hand Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Alma bag in Epi leather. With its shapes invented by Gaston Vuitton in the 1930’s
Louis Vuitton Alma White Epi Leather Hand Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Alma bag in Epi leather. With its shapes invented by Gaston Vuitton in the 1930’s
Louis Vuitton Piment Epi Leather Alma GM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Louis Vuittons creations are popular owing to their high style and functionality. This bag like
Louis Vuitton Alma PM Epi Leather Yellow Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Kowloon, HK
Color: Yellow Material: Epi Leather Condition: Rank S Overall: Almost New Surface: Good Corners
Louis Vuitton Black Electric Epi Leather Alma GM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This LV black Alma is an example of the brands fine designs that are skillfully crafted to project
Louis Vuitton Epi Leather Cipango Orange Alma Pm Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Color: Cipango orange Material: epi leather Date code: AR1907 Year: 2019 Condition: Good/fair
Louis Vuitton Alma Epi Noir 867431 Black Leather Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
) : 11.81 inch Handle (cm) : 30 cm Color : Black Material :Epi Country of Manufacture : France Code, Number
Louis Vuitton Blue Marine Epi Leather Alma GM 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 c...
Louis Vuitton Alma Kenya Epi 14lr0417 Brown Leather Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: AR0966 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 12" Width: 6.25" Height: 9" Handle drop: 3" OVERALL VERY GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION (7/10 or B ) Retail $2260 Signs ...
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H 9.5 in W 12.5 in D 6 in
Louis Vuitton Alma Handbag Limited Edition Kabuki Epi Leather PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Alma Handbag Limited Edition Kabuki Epi Leather PM Exterior Material
Vintage Louis Vuitton Alma Cipango Gold Epi Leather Hand Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Vintage Louis Vuitton Alma bag in Epi leather. With its shapes invented by Gaston Vuitton in the
Vintage Louis Vuitton Alma Carmine Red Epi Leather Hand Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Vintage Louis Vuitton Alma bag in Epi leather. With its shapes invented by Gaston Vuitton in the
Unavailable
H 11.7 in W 7.6 in L 15.5 in
Louis Vuitton Alma Electric Epi Gm 27lva812 Black Leather Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
This item will ship immediately!! Previously owned. Made In: France Measurements: Length: 15.5" Width: 7.6" Height: 11.7" Handle Drop: 5" Zipper works well. Signs of Wear: Scuffs and...
Unavailable
H 9.25 in W 6 in L 12 in
Louis Vuitton Alma Noir Electric Epi 2lvty52317 Black Leather Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
This item will ship immediately!! Previously owned. Date/style Code: FL3191 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 12" Width: 6" Height: 9.25" Handle drop: 4" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION 2...
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H 9.8 in W 12.6 in D 6.7 in
Louis Vuitton Alma NM Blue Cyan Epi Leather Silver Hardware Hand Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Authentic Louis Vuitton Alma bag in Epi leather. With its shapes invented by Gaston Vuitton in the
Unavailable
H 7 in W 9.25 in D 4.5 in
Louis Vuitton - Alma Epi Leather BB - Race Limited Edition Top Handle w/ Strap
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Sanford, FL
Louis Vuitton - Good - Alma Handbag Limited Edition Race Epi Leather BB - Black / Blue / Green
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Alma Louis Vuitton Bag in Black Epi Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, FR
Louis Vuitton Alma handbag in black epi leather GM Good condition, light signs of use No lock or
Louis Vuitton Epi Alma BB
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Made with the brand's signature epi leather, the Louis Vuitton Epi Alma BB in pastel blue comes
Louis Vuitton Epi Alma BB - '20s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Made with the brand's signature epi leather, the Louis Vuitton Epi Alma BB in pastel blue comes
Louis Vuitton Epi Alma BB Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The Louis Vuitton Epi Alma BB Handbag is exquisitely crafted in signature epi leather with texture
LOUIS VUITTON Epi Alma PM Cipango
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Louis Vuitton Epi Alma PM in Cipango Gold – A Timeless Icon of Luxury Elevate your
1990s Louis Vuitton Epi Alma PM Castilian Red Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
LOUIS VUITTON Vintage Epi Alma PM in Castilian Red. This is a stunning bowler style tote that is
Louis Vuitton EPI Alma BB Satchel w/ Jacquard Strap
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This is a chic bag created of Louis Vuitton signature textured epi leather in baby blue. The
Louis Vuitton Alma PM Epi Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Beautiful and perfect Louis Vuitton bag EPI Leather Black color Two handles Zip closure Internal
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Alma PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Alma PM Product Details Xupes Ref: HB6081 Brand: Louis Vuitton
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 Indigo Epi Leather Alma PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Indigo Epi Leather Alma PM Brand- Louis Vuitton Model- Alma PM Product Type- Tote
1990s Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Alma
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON Black Epi Leather Alma This LOUIS VUITTON Alma is in Very Good Pre-Owned
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Alma PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Alma PM Product Details Xupes Ref: HB5827 Brand: Louis Vuitton
LOUIS VUITTON Black Epi Leather Alma PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON Black Epi Leather Alma PM Xupes Reference: CB707 Serial Number: FL0026 Age (Circa
LOUIS VUITTON Black Epi Leather Alma PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON Black Epi Leather Alma PM Xupes Reference: CB707 Serial Number: FL0026 Age (Circa
Louis Vuitton Ivory Epi Leather Alma PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Ivory Epi Leather Alma PM Product Details Xupes Ref: HB5706 Brand: Louis Vuitton
Louis Vuitton Epi Jacquard Alma BB Quartz Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Expertly crafted with durable Epi Leather, the Louis Vuitton Epi Jacquard Alma BB Quartz Handbag is
LOUIS VUITTON 'Alma' GM in Orange Epi Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, FR
Louis Vuitton 'Alma' GM bag in orange epi leather (chili pepper for Louis Vuitton brand). Silver
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Alma BB Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- This Louis Vuitton Alma BB shoulder bag features an black epi leather body, rolled leather
1990s Louis Vuitton Blue Epi Leather Vintage Alma
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"LOUIS VUITTON Blue Epi Leather Vintage Alma This LOUIS VUITTON Alma is in Very Good Pre-Owned
Louis Vuitton Coquelicot Red Epi Leather Alma BB
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON Coquelicot Red Epi Leather Alma BB This LOUIS VUITTON Alma BB is in Excellent Pre
Louis Vuitton 2014 Black EPI Alma BB Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Black EPI leather Louis Vuitton Alma BB with silver-tone hardware, single detachable flat shoulder
2015 Louis Vuitton Coquelicot Epi Leather Nano Alma
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON Coquelicot Epi Leather Nano Alma Xupes Reference: HB4123 Serial Number: SN3165 Age
Louis Vuitton Black EPI Alma PM Handbag Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
: Louis Vuitton Material: EPI Textured leather Date/Authenticity Code: AR0047 Year Manufactured: 04th week
Louis Vuitton Anthracite Metallic Epi Leather Alma PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Anthracite Metallic Epi Leather Alma PM Product Details Xupes Ref: HB5642 Brand
Louis Vuitton Anthracite Metallic Epi Leather Alma PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Anthracite Metallic Epi Leather Alma PM Product Details Xupes Ref: HB5642 Brand
LOUIS VUITTON Black Epi Leather Vintage Alma PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON Black Epi Leather Vintage Alma PM Xupes Reference: HB4298 Serial Number: AR0998 Age
Louis Vuitton Amande Green Epi Electric Leather Alma MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Corona Del Mar, CA
100% Authentic This Louis Vuitton Amande Electric Epi Leather Alma Bag is made for anyone with
Dangling Earring in 14K Rose Gold Handmade Luxury Diamond Jewelry
Located in Chicago, IL
Dangling Earring 14K Rose Gold Handmade Luxury Diamond Jewelry Mom Birthday Gift Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Condition: New with tags: A brand-new, unu...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Cupid Arrow Heart Oval Link Bracelet 8"
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Cupid Arrow Heart Oval Link Bracelet Metal: 18K gold Length: 8" Weight: 36.50 grams Hallmark: ©1994 TIFFANY&Co. 750 Condition: Excellent condition, like n...
18k Gold
HERMES Havane brown Clemence leather BOLIDE 45 Travel Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
Hermes "Bolide" travel bag in Havane (chestnut brown) Taurillon Clemence leather. Open with a zipper on top. Lined in leather and beige cotton. Has been carried with two small black ...
$3,560
H 13 in W 10.24 in L 23.63 in
Keepall 60 Travel bag in leather with LV monogram print Louis Vuitton
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Keepall 60 Travel bag in leather with LV monogram print. Top zip closure. Brown cotton lining. Name tag in leather with extra short leather belt. No more shoulder-strap. Locker but ...
New in Box Vuitton Limited Edition Camo Mini Palm Springs Backpack Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Louis Vuitton limited edition camouflage mini backpack. Monogram signature canvas with black leather straps. External zipped pocket, internal open pocket. Comes with serial number, d...
$3,999Sale Price|20% Off
H 13.5 in W 7.5 in L 16.25 in
New in Box Louis Vuitton St Tropez On The Go Limited Edition Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Louis Vuitton 2020 limited edition "escale" collection. St Tropez ultra limited VIP edition. Brand new in box with original dust cover. (box slightly damaged). Large on the go in tie...
$6,920
H 3.1 in W 3.9 in L 0.8 in
Chanel Waist Classic Flap Rare Vintage 90s Limited Edition Micro Mini Bronze Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Vintage 90's Limited Edition Micro Mini Classic Flap Bag 1991 {VINTAGE 33 Years} Gold Hardware Bronze quilted lambskin leather CC Turnlock Leather lined interior 3.9" W ...
Christian Dior Saddle Limited edition Russia Anniversary Saddle by John Galliano
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Livingston, NJ
To mark his 10th anniversary at Dior, John Galliano designed 12 limited-edition Saddle Bags, each inspired by a different country’s culture. With only 100 of each style produced, the...
Oscar de la Renta Resort 2009 Runway One Shoulder Silk Toga Dress $3, 200 BNWT
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing brand new with tags Oscar de la Renta silk one shoulder dress! Detailed for $3,200! Featured in the Resort 2009 Oscar Runway Collection (see pictures). One shoulder can be wo...
$267,046
H 9.06 in W 11.82 in D 6.3 in
Hermès Birkin 30 Himalaya Crocodile Niloticus Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Berlin, DE
Hermès Birkin 30 Himalaya in crocodile niloticus leather with palladium hardware. The bag is unworn and comes as full set including the receipt and Cites. Stamp Y (2020)
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...
$85,454
H 10.83 in W 13.78 in D 7.09 in
Hermès Birkin 35 Alligator Matte Bleu de Malte Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Berlin, DE
Hermès Birkin 35 in bleu de malte and matte alligator leather with palladium hardware. The bag is unworn but has a small scratch on one foot and a small sign on the inside bottom. Co...
$1,687Sale Price|25% Off
Size: 39
New Fendi Karl Lagerfeld Ad Runway Fur and Suede Platform Boots Booties Sz 39
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Fendi Fur Boots by Karl Lagerfeld Brand New * Euro: 39 * Stunning Beaver Fur Lines the Front and the Inside of the Boots * Soft Taupe Nubuck Leather * Zips up the Back * 1.25" Front ...
$800,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Knife Edge Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Knife Edge Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring A truly exceptional Tiffany & Co. engagement ring featuring their iconic knife edge solitaire design, crafted in p...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Hermes HAC 40 Flag Limited Edition Haut a Courroies Birkin Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare limited edition Hermes HAC 40 Flag bag featured in H Toile and Black. Black Evercalf leather and signature Hermes Toile H in Black and Ecru. Beautifully deta...
Hermes Limited Edition Mini Kelly 20 Sellier Beton Matte Alligator Bag Gold Hard
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Limited Edition Hermes Kelly 20 Sellier bag featured in Beton Matte Alligator. This mini Kelly bag is light gray with bone undertone (beton + concrete), and the n...
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.