LOUIS VUITTON black wool 2018 LEATHER SIDE BELT Pants 38 S
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Louis Vuitton leather side belt black wool (100%). The dersign features two slip
LOUIS VUITTON black wool 2018 LEATHER SIDE BELT Pants 38 S
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Louis Vuitton leather side belt black wool (100%). The dersign features two slip
2018 Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas Bumbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
accompanied by Louis Vuitton Dust Bag, Box, Care Booklet, Tag, Invoice. Circa 2018. Primarily made from Coated
LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Solar Rey BELT w/ Orange Buckle , 2018
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Milan, IT
Brand New; Louis Vuitton Monogram Solar Rey Belt w/ Orange Buckle. This item was exclusive London
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Bum Bag 2018
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This belt bag is made out of traditional Louis Vuitton monogram on toile canvas. The bag features a
$885Sale Price|31% Off
Todd Oldham Black Accented with Double-Chain Rhinestone Evening Dress
By Todd Oldham
Located in New York, NY
Todd Oldham for the famed Fred Hayman of Beverly Hills, wonderfully detailed elegant yet whimsical evening double-chain rhinestone encrusted slightly flared black evening dres...
Oscar de la Renta Navy Velvet Strapless Gown - 12
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Oscar de la Renta gown is strapless and dark navy blue velvet. It is in very good condition with minor wear on the velvet. Measurements Bust: 36" Waist: 34" Hips: 40.5" L...
$2,601
Size: Equivalent French size 35-36
A Polka Dots crepe cocktail dress by Chanel Haute Couture numbered 59644 C. 1975
By Chanel
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1970-1980 France Chanel Haute Couture cocktail dress numbered 59644 dating from the 1970s. Short dress, long sleeves with small puffs, in ivory silk crepe printed with deep red...
Christian Dior Cashmere and Linen Cardigan Top
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior -(Made in Italy) Silk, cashmere and linen cardigan with blue and white stripes. Size 38FR indicated. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Shoulder...
$18,331
Size: FR 40 - UK 12 - US 8
Christian Dior by John Galliano foiled black open-knit evening dress, fw 1999
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior evening dress ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Constructed from black foiled open-knit viscose ▪ Large turn-over collar which can be draped in multiple ways ▪ ...
$460Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Refer to measurements
Luxurious Cashmere Creme Winter White Coat by Montaldo's c 1970s
Located in University City, MO
Luxurious cashmere creme winter white coat designed by Montaldo's c 1970s The stylish coat is constructed with plush creme color cashmere Adorned with brushed matte gilt metal butto...
Black knit cape with black ribbon satin bow on the top front Chanel
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black knit cape with black ribbon satin bow on the top front and 2 decoratives buttons . Split for the hands on both side. Middle front lenght: 120 cm Side and back lenght: 160 cm ...
CHRISTIAN DIOR cream cotton & silk GROSGRAIN BAR Blazer Jacket 38 S
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Dior 30 Montaigne Bar jacket in ivory grosgrain cotton (63%) and silk (37%). Features a tailored, yet supple silhouette with delicately highlight waist, notc...
Halston Metallic Gown
By Halston
Located in London, GB
Brand New - Halston Metallic Gown Metallic crepe long 'Raelynn' dress embellished with twisted halter-neckline and open back with concealed zip fastening. Rrp Approx. £460 Size – ...
Courreges couture brown wool mini skirt suit, c. 1969
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in London, GB
Courreges couture brown wool mini skirt suit with wooden buttons and silk lining. c. 1969
$3,705Sale Price|25% Off
rare OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 2010 Runway gold buckle cream shearling cape FR36
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 2010 Runway gold buckle cream shearling cape FR36 Reference: TGAS/D00877 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Collection: AW2010 - Runway Material: Shear...
CHANEL black silk SATIN SNAP BUTTON TRIM Sleeveless Cocktail Dress 40
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
Chanel sheath dress in black silk (100%). With slit neck, snaps trims, and lace underlayer around the hemline. Closes with snaps on the front. Lined in black silk (100%). Has been wo...
CHANEL blue & black 2007 07P LACE TRIM TWEED Dress XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel A-Line dress in navy and black viscose (42%), linen (35%) and cotton (23%). Features frayed edges on the shoulder straps, neckline and hem. Closes with black co...
UNWORN Chanel Black & Gold Metallic Lesage Fantasy Tweed Jacket Dress Suit 38
By Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful CHANEL tweed jacket and dress suit A true CHANEL signature item that will last you for many years Stunning Chanel black and gold metallic fantasy tweed This fabric was cre...
$6,000Sale Price|20% Off
Alaia 1991 Butterfly Mini Body
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Alaia 1991 Butterfly Mini Body This exquisite Alaia mini bodysuit is a true vintage gem, hailing from the renowned designer's iconic 1991 collection. With its captivating butterfly ...
S/S 2001 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Leather Crossover Bralette Bustier Top
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredibly rare leather Gucci bralette designed by Tom Ford. From the Spring/Summer 2001 collection, this top's black and white satin versions debuted on the runway on ...
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.
From Chanel to YSL, the logos of some legacy fashion houses spark instant brand recognition and have come to symbolize a kind of luxury that feels at once aspirational and attainable.
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When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.