$2,652
H 15.75 in D 7.88 in L 23.63 in
Beach tote handbag in towel fabric with monogram and gold studs Louis Vuitton
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Oversize beach bag in towel fabric with printed monogram and gold branded studs. Dustbag provided
Louis Vuitton Rare Teal x Yellow Monogram Vuittamins Beach Towel 818lv47
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
" Height: 61.5" OVERALL NEW CONDITION ( 10/10 or N ) Accessories: Bag, Reciept, Tag Signs of Wear
New Louis Vuitton Limited Edition ST Tropez Oversize Towel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
mint condition. Oversized beach towel not in regular production. Matching neverfull bag in a separate
$3,616
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 ...
$4,098
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...
$1,580Sale Price|20% Off
New With Tags Valentino Fall 2018 Python Evening Bag Minaudière $2975
By Valentino
Located in Conroe, TX
Valentino Minaudière $2975 Fall 2018 New With Tags & Box Python and Leather Exterior Gold-Tone Hardware Chain-Link Shoulder Strap Leather Lining Push-Lock Closure at Top Shoulder S...
Tom Ford for Gucci Dragonfly Gold Metal MicroGuccissima Enamel Minaudiere Clutch
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Gold Dragonfly Minaudiere in Micro Guccissima Embossed Gold tone Metal and Enamel Clutch 2000"s Collection This striking Gucci Minaudiere is rendered in Micro Gucc...
Leather suitcase with LV Monogram pattern Louis Vuitton
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Leather suitcase with LV Monogram pattern. Zip closure all around. Name tag in leather + one short leather belt. Locker but no more key. Cotton lining. One flat pocket inside the top...
F/W 2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Genuine Python Rhinestone Dragon Black Flap Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Designed by Tom Ford for his final collection as Gucci's creative director, this black python flap bag from the Fall/Winter 2004 collection is an ultra-luxurious must-have. A python ...
Fendi Purple Suede Baguette Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Fendi Circa 1990s Purple Suede & Gold-Tone Baguette Shoulder Bag. FENDI Suede Calfskin Shoulder Mini Bag in Purple. The handbag features two leather adjustable looping shoulder strap...
Hermes Birkin 35 Faubourg Tropical Toile White Swift Leather Limited Edition Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Birkin 35 limited edition bag featured in Faubourg Tropical. Extremely rare with exquisitely detailed Luneville stitch which took over 200 hours to embroi...
GUCCI DISNEY round GG backpack Mickey Mouse
By Gucci, Alessandro Michele
Located in Rubiera, RE
Gucci Disney GG round backpack with zip Mickey Mouse logo canvas Leather straps Alessandro Michele Collection 2020 Code: 603730.534563 Made in Italy Measures cm. 16x16x4 Conditions l...
2000s Gucci by Tom Ford Tan Genuine Crocodile Skin Sliding Lock Shoulder Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Gucci’s early 2000s collection by Tom Ford, this structured shoulder bag is crafted from genuine tan crocodile skin. It features a sleek silhouette with a sliding lock closure, ...
Louis Vuitton Abbesses Messenger Bag Monogram Canvas, Crossbody
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Louis Vuitton Abbesses Messenger Bag Monogram Canvas, Crossbody Louis Vuitton Pre-Owned but in very good condition Louis Vuitton Messenger Bag Brown Coated Canvas LV Monogram Brass ...
S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Genuine Alligator Red G Buckle Strap Clutch
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This vibrant red crocodile Gucci convertible clutch, designed by Tom Ford, is from the iconic Spring/Summer 1998 collection. Crafted entirely from genuine alligator leather in a stri...
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent SS 2004 AD Campagne Crystal Jeweled Purple Bag
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Jeweled Bag Clutch. Limited Edition, Black satin bag clutch embellished with purple crystals, Iconic horn style acrylic handle, G...
Louis Vuitton Virgil Abloh Trunk L’Œil New In Box
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Part of Virgil Abloh’s Trunk L’Œil animation, this Keepall 55 is fashioned from Monogram canvas on which the pattern has an irregular aspect. Neon trim and lining bring a surprisingl...
Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami Coin Purse White Multicolor
By Louis Vuitton
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami Coin Purse White Multicolor These are professional photos of the actual bag. Design by the French fashion house, Louis Vuitton in collaboration wit...
$1,632Sale Price|20% Off
GUCCI DISNEY Candy GG Micky Mouse brown leather trim bucket bag
By Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI DISNEY Candy GG Micky Mouse brown leather trim bucket bag Reference: TGAS/E00087 Brand: Gucci Designer: Alessandro Michele Model: Candy GG Collection: Disney Material: Canvas, ...
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.
Diamonds and sapphires still played a starring role, but less popular stones popped up too.
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.
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When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.