$76Sale Price|20% Off
H 9 in W 11 in D 0.5 in
Louis Vuitton 2011 PRINTEMPS – ETE (Spring / Summer) MEN
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
From the Louis Vuitton store in Rodeo Drive Beverly Hills in California.
Louis Vuitton Le Catalogue Reference Book No 7 2011
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Louis Vuitton Le Catalogue Reference Book No 7. From the Louis Vuitton store in Rodeo Drive Beverly Hills in California.
$156Sale Price|20% Off
H 11.5 in W 8.5 in D 0.75 in
Louis Vuitton 1997 Le Catalogue Vintage Reference Fashion Guide
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Louis Vuitton Le Catalogue Reference Book 1997. From the Louis Vuitton store in Rodeo Drive Beverly Hills in California.
$156Sale Price|20% Off
H 8.75 in W 10.75 in D 0.5 in
Louis Vuitton Vintage Fashion Book Spring Summer 2012 Men’s Collection
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
From the Louis Vuitton store in Rodeo Drive Beverly Hills in California.
Louis Vuitton Beverly GM Monogram Canvas Hand Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Authentic Louis Vuitton Beverly GM hand bag in monogram canvas.
Louis Vuitton Beverly MM Monogram Canvas Shoulder Hand Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Beverly MM hand bag in monogram canvas.
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H 7 in W 13 in D 5 in
Louis Vuitton Beverly GM Brown Monogram Canvas and Calfskin Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Downey, CA
Louis Vuitton Beverly GM Brown Monogram Canvas and Calfskin Shoulder Bag Named after Beverly Hills in LA, the Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Beverly GM Bag is an elegant yet practica...
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H 9.84 in W 3.93 in L 12.5 in
Louis Vuitton Beverly Monogram 2way 867230 Brown Coated Canvas Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 12.5 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 32 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.84 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 25 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 3.93 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 10 cm(approx) ...
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H 9.84 in W 7.08 in L 16.5 in
Louis Vuitton Beverly Monogram Gm 869346 Brown Coated Canvas Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 16.5 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 42 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.84 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 25 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 7.08 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 18 cm(approx) ...
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H 10.6 in W 4.72 in L 16.1 in
Louis Vuitton Beverly Monogram Gm 2way Briefcase 869607 Brown Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 16.1 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 41 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 10.6 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 27 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 4.72 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 12 cm(approx) ...
LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Canvas Beverly MM Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Tampa, FL
This authentic LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Beverly MM Bag is done in monogram canvas and trimmed with natural vachetta leather.
LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Canvas BEVERLY GM Shoulder Bag Tote
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Tampa, FL
This authentic LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Beverly GM Bag bag is done in classic monogram canvas and trimmed with soft natural leather.
2007 Louis Vuitton Beverly Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Iconic Louis Vuitton Beverly Bag 2007 Collection Monogram Two leather handles Golden metal closure Large external pocket Suede internal Internal pocket and small holder Cm 36 x 22 x ...
LOUIS VUITTON Ebene brown MONOGRAM CANVAS BEVERLY GM Briefcase Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Louis Vuitton Beverly GM briefcase shoulder bag in monogram canvas with natural leather trim.
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Beverly MM Shoulder Bag M40121
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Elegant Louis Vuitton 'Beverly MM' shoulder bag , crafted in timeless monogram canvas with genuine leather trim and shoulder strap.
Louis Vuitton Murakami Black Multicolor Beverly GM 61lk325s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Murakami Black Multicolor Beverly GM 61lk325s Date Code/Serial Number: DU0078 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 15" Width: 6.5" Height: 10" Handle Drop: 6" OVE...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Beverly MM Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This chic shoulder bag is crafted of traditional Louis Vuitton monogram on toile canvas. The bag features a rear flat pocket, and vachetta cowhide leather trim, piping, and polished ...
Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami Beverly Medium Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami Beverly Medium Shoulder Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag .
Louis Vuitton Monogram Bel Air 2way Briefcase Ivy Beverly 863004
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
GOOD- CONDITION (6.75/10 or B-) (Outside) Minor rub partially Minor fray on the edge (Outside) Minor stain partially (Handle) Minor wrinkle on a part of handle Minor spot on a p...
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H 7.49 in W 13 in D 3.94 in
2009 Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather & Black Calfskin Leather Beverly Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON Black Epi Leather & Black Calfskin Leather Beverly Bag Xupes Reference: CB266 Serial Number: AR3059 Age (Circa): 2009 Accompanied By: Louis Vuitton Dust Bag Authentic...
Louis Vuitton
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Amman, JO
Louis Vuitton Monogram Beverly MM Bag – Classic Brown Canvas with Vachetta Leather Timeless elegance meets everyday practicality in the Louis Vuitton Monogram Beverly MM handbag.
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W 15.75 in L 21.5 in
For the Love of Louis Vuitton Beverly Hills by Chesley McLaren c. 2004 Art Print
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 2004, V.I.P. Gift for the Beverly Hills Louis Vuitton Store's Grand Re-Opening.
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Beverly Bel Aire PM Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Beverly Bel Aire PM Handbag is a timeless piece featuring the iconic LV Monogram coated canvas and sturdy Vachetta leather trim.
Louis Vuitton Beverly GM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Irvine, CA
Louis Vuitton Beverly GM Monogram. Features gold hardware, tan leather straps, brown leather exterior, tan canvas interior, and a gold clasp closure. 48833MSC
Louis Vuitton Beverly Clutch Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Beverly Clutch Monogram Canvas, crafted from brown monogram coated canvas, features natural cowhide leather shoulder strap and gold-tone hardware.
Louis Vuitton Beverly Clutch Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Beverly Clutch Monogram Canvas, crafted from brown monogram coated canvas, features natural cowhide leather shoulder strap and gold-tone hardware.
Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Multicolor MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Multicolor MM, crafted from white multicolor monogram coated canvas, features natural cowhide leather shoulder strap and gold-tone hardware.
Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Canvas MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Canvas MM, crafted from brown monogram coated canvas, features natural cowhide leather shoulder strap and gold-tone hardware.
Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Multicolor MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Handle Drop 7", Height 7", Width 13", Depth 5" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Beverly Handbag Monogram Multicolor MM Item Number: 42506/1
Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Canvas GM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Handle Drop 7", Height 9", Width 15", Depth 7" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Beverly Handbag Monogram Canvas GM Item Number: 42249/1
Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Multicolor MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Multicolor MM, crafted from white multicolor monogram coated canvas, features natural cowhide leather shoulder strap and gold-tone hardware.
Louis Vuitton Beverly Monogram Canvas MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Beverly Monogram Canvas MM is a feminine and functional accessory perfect for everyday use.
Brown and tan monogram coated canvas Louis Vuitton Beverly MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Irvine, CA
Brown and tan monogram coated canvas Louis Vuitton Beverly MM with gold-tone hardware, tan vachetta leather trim, single flat shoulder strap, single slit pocket at back, protective f...
Brown and tan monogram coated canvas Louis Vuitton Beverly MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Irvine, CA
Brown and tan monogram coated canvas Louis Vuitton Beverly MM with gold-tone hardware, tan vachetta leather trim, single flat shoulder strap, single slit pocket at back, protective f...
Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Canvas MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Canvas MM, crafted from brown monogram coated canvas, features natural cowhide leather shoulder strap and gold-tone hardware.
Louis Vuitton Beverly Monogram Canvas MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Beverly Monogram Canvas MM constructed with Louis Vuitton's signature monogram canvas print is a feminine and functional accessory perfect for everyday.
Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Canvas MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Handle Drop 8", Height 8", Width 12.5", Depth 5" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Beverly Handbag Monogram Canvas MM Item Number: 38557/31
Louis Vuitton Beverly Monogram Canvas MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Beverly Monogram Canvas MM is a feminine and functional accessory perfect for everyday use.
Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Canvas MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Canvas MM is a feminine and functional accessory perfect for everyday use.
Louis Vuitton Beverly MM Monogram Bag - brown
Located in Baarn, NL
This wonderful bag is named after the posh area of Los Angeles; it is the Louis Vuitton Beverly MM Monogram Bag. Of course crafted from the welknown dark brown canvas is covered wit...
Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Multicolor MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Multicolor MM is a feminine and functional accessory perfect for everyday use.
Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Canvas MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Canvas MM is a feminine and functional accessory perfect for everyday use.
Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Canvas MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Canvas MM is a feminine and functional accessory perfect for everyday use.
Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Canvas MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Canvas MM is a feminine and functional accessory perfect for everyday use.
Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Canvas MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Canvas MM is a feminine and functional accessory perfect for everyday use.
Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Canvas GM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Canvas GM is a feminine and functional accessory perfect for everyday use.
Louis Vuitton Beverly Briefcase Monogram Canvas MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Beverly Briefcase Monogram Canvas MM is a vintage-inspired, timeless school-style satchel made for casual or work excursions.
Louis Vuitton Beverly Briefcase Monogram Canvas MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Beverly Briefcase Monogram Canvas MM is a vintage-inspired, timeless school-style satchel made for casual or work excursions.
Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Canvas GM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Canvas GM is a feminine and functional accessory perfect for everyday use.
Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Multicolor MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Multicolor MM is a feminine and functional accessory perfect for everyday use.
Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Multicolor MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Multicolor MM is a feminine and functional accessory perfect for everyday use.
Brown and tan monogram coated canvas Louis Vuitton Beverly MM with gold-tone
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Irvine, CA
Brown and tan monogram coated canvas Louis Vuitton Beverly MM with gold-tone hardware, tan vachetta leather trim, single flat shoulder strap, single slit pocket at back, protective f...
Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Canvas MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Canvas MM is a feminine and functional accessory perfect for everyday use.
Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Canvas MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Beverly Handbag Monogram Canvas MM is a feminine and functional accessory perfect for everyday use.
Louis Vuitton Beverly GM Monogram Canvas Hand Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Beverly GM hand bag in monogram canvas.
Louis Vuitton Beverly GM Monogram Canvas Hand Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Beverly GM hand bag in monogram canvas.
Louis Vuitton Beverly MM Monogram Canvas Shoulder Hand Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Beverly MM hand bag in monogram canvas.
Louis Vuitton Beverly MM Monogram Canvas Shoulder Hand Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Beverly MM hand bag in monogram canvas.
Louis Vuitton Beverly MM Monogram Canvas Shoulder Hand Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Beverly MM hand bag in monogram canvas.
Louis Vuitton Beverly MM Monogram Canvas Shoulder Hand Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Beverly MM hand bag in monogram canvas.
Louis Vuitton Beverly MM Monogram Canvas Shoulder Hand Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Beverly MM hand bag in monogram canvas.
Valentino Red Straw Hat
By Valentino
Located in Alford, MA
Valentino red straw hat, the deep back tapering towards the front, where it is creased in the middle and held with a straw knot and tie. The straw is worked in concentric circles and...
$1,238Sale Price|44% Off
Size: 40
Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels 2004 Pumps Sz 40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Worn Twice. Only signs of Use is to the Sole, the Uppers are Perfect * Tom Ford Lotus Runway Ad Heels * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent...
S/S 2003 Gianni Versace by Donatella Runway Oroton Chainmail Lace Mini Dress
By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredible acid green and purple Oroton Gianni Versace Couture mini dress designed by Donatella Versace. From the Spring/Summer 2003 collection, this dress debuted as L...
Gianni Versace F/W 2001 Blue Marmot Fur Jacket Coat
By Gianni Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Gianni Versace F/W 2001 Blue Marmot Fur Jacket Coat Seen on Look 8 on the Runway in the beige color and on Kim Kardashian in the cropped version. Size IT 42 Condition: great vint...
Roberto Cavalli 2003 Runway Cut-Out Silk Gown Showstopper Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, BE
Holy Grail Archival Cavalli Gown Thie beautiful Roberto Cavalli’s Spring/Summer 2003 gown is an exquisite statement in feminine allure, a masterpiece of fluid elegance. Well documen...
MUGLER Crystal Teardrop Corset Top Rhinestone Corsage
By Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Spectacular Mugler Teardrop Corset Top. The beautiful piece showcases Thierry Mugler's signature blend of bold structure and feminine elegance. Crafted in a delicate powder blue, the...
2002 Christian Dior by John Galliano Genuine Snakeskin Brown Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Designed by John Galliano in 2002, this sleek dark brown Christian Dior bag is crafted from python skin with leather accents. The shoulder bag has a flap design with a buckle closure...
$5,716
Size: approx. IT44 - FR40 - UK12 - US8
Versace Silk Chiffon Slip Dress with Baroque Print & Lace Trim, SS 2005
By Versace, Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace
Located in London, GB
This Versace dress from the Spring-Summer 2005 collection is crafted from silk chiffon, featuring a lightweight, airy construction with a slip dress silhouette. The intricate multico...
Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE A breathtaking vintage gown. I would estimate this to be from around the late 90's. It has a pale blue lining which is overlayed with a sheer turquoise layer that ...
$5,474Sale Price|35% Off
1940s Louis Vuitton for Saks New York Leather Cabin Trunk Case
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
This stunning Cabin trunk by Louis Vuitton from Saks & Cy - Fifth Avenue - New York store features brass corners with leather trim, two brass closures and a keyed latch. The hand...
Worn in Sex and The City 2, Iconic John Galliano Christian Dior Newsprint Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is the Iconic John Galliano for Christian Dior Autumn/Winter 2000-2001 Newsprint Dress WORN by Sarah Jessica Parker and lent by Vintage Luxury N.Y. for Sex and the Cit...
Chanel The Metropolitan Museum of Art Hardcover Book circa 2005
By Chanel
Located in University City, MO
Chanel The Metropolitan Museum of Art hardcover book c 2005 A beautiful collection of Chanel's luxurious garments; with fine and costume jewelry designs Showcases the exquisite co...
$76Sale Price|20% Off
Bulgari Catalog, Jewelry and Watches Collection 2011
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Bvlgari catalog, jewelry and watches. Bulgari "Serpenti" Collection of 2011. Hardcover catalog of one of the most famous Luxury Jewellery maker in the world. Sotirio Bulgari, young G...
Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Gown Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Berlin, BE
'La Robe Broderie À Ramages' PIERRE BALMAIN PARIS Made In France, ca.1955 Majestic evening gown in silk and cream satin with the most astonishing embroiderery by PIERRE BALMAIN Haut...
$38,033
Size: approx. FR36 - UK8 - US4
Azzedine Alaia Gold Lamé Couture Gown with Sequin Mosaic Detail, FW 1990
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
This rare, likely one-of-a-kind Azzedine Alaïa couture dress from the Fall-Winter 1990 collection is crafted from metallic gold lamé with a mosaic-like sequin overlay, creating a str...
Christian Dior Haute Couture Matrix Collection Men Skirt Automne Hiver 1999-2000
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in New York, NY
Unique waxed cotton and leather "skirt" by John Galliano for Christian Dior Haute Couture. The collection from which this "skirt" derives from was presented at Versailles. Guests we...
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.