LOUIS VUITTON Black Damier Embossed Patent Leather Wallet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in San Francisco, CA
LOUIS VUITTON wallet in a black patent leather featuring signature embossed Damier checkerboard
LOUIS VUITTON Black Damier Embossed Patent Leather Wallet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in San Francisco, CA
LOUIS VUITTON wallet in a black patent leather featuring signature embossed Damier checkerboard
Louis Vuitton Terracotta & White Monogram Embossed Lambskin Petite Malle
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Louis Vuitton Terracotta & White Monogram Embossed Lambskin Petite Malle SKU: 125582
Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene District Messenger Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene District Messenger Bag Brown messenger bag crafted of the brand's
1990s Louis Vuitton Green Epi Leather Danube Cross-Body Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
A rare and collectable 1990s Louis Vuitton green Danube cross-body bag, in the iconic Epi leather
Louis Vuitton Speedy 25 Bandouliere Fischer Bianco Borsa a spalla
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
. __________________ Louis Vuitton Speedy Bandoulière 25 bag, limited edition LV x Urs Fischer. Crafted from white leather
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Embossed Lambskin Coussin BB
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Embossed Lambskin Coussin BB SKU: Z151049 MSRP: 4300.00
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Embossed Lambskin Coussin BB
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Embossed Lambskin Coussin BB SKU: Z151049 MSRP: 4300.00
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Embossed Taurillon Sac Plat 24H
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Embossed Taurillon Sac Plat 24H SKU: 147858 MSRP
Louis Vuitton Clutch Bag Mètis Patches Monogram
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
. ---------------------------------- Bag designed by Louis Vuitton, Mètis Patches model, made of canvas in the classic monogram pattern
$3,607
D 2.76 in L 15.75 in
Louis Vuitton Monogram Macassar Porte-Documents Briefcase– Black Leather Trim
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-ouen, FR
essentials. Inside there is a black leather label embossed Louis Vuitton as well as a date code in an inside
Louis Vuitton Vintage Bicolor Epi Leather Petit Noe Noé Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
the signature 'LOUIS VUITTON Paris - Made in France' is discreetly embossed on the lower leather panel
Louis Vuitton EPI Monceau 28
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Sundbyberg, SE
Black Epi leather Louis Vuitton Monceau 28 bag with – Silver-tone hardware – Single flat top
Louis Vuitton Twice Black Monogram Empreinte Crossbody Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Louis Vuitton Twice Black Monogram Empreinte Crossbody Bag is a luxurious and versatile
Louis Vuitton Black Empreinte Leather Vavin PM Black Crossbody Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
style shoulder bag features Louis Vuitton monogram embossed Empriente leather in black, brass hardware
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Empreinte Giant Vanity PM Crossbody Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
practicality, this stunning handbag is crafted from black leather, embossed with Louis Vuitton's iconic Giant
Louis Vuitton Go-14 MM Noir Crossbody Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Athens, GA
Louis Vuitton Lambskin Malletage GO-14 MM Noir Black Bag. Can be worn as a crossbody or doubled
Louis Vuitton Monogram Micro Boîte Chapeau Necklace Crossbody Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton Mini Boîte Chapeau crossbody bag or necklace. A versatile accessory that adds a
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Danube Crossbody Messenger Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Stylish DANUBE messenger bag by LOUIS VUITTON, crafted in timeless monogram canvas. The bag
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Danube Crossbody Messenger Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
A true classic from the archives of Louis Vuitton, the Danube Messenger Bag blends compact utility
Louis Vuitton Lambskin Embossed Monogram Coussin PM Black
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic, pre-loved Louis Vuitton Lambskin Embossed Monogram Coussin PM in Black. Features soft
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H 4.93 in W 7.88 in D 2.37 in
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Embossed Lambskin Leather Coussin Pochette
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Embossed Lambskin Leather Coussin Pochette Product Details Xupes Ref
Louis Vuitton Monogram Empreinte Pochette Metis Crossbody Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Exquisitely crafted from LV Monogram Embossed Leather, this authentic Louis Vuitton Pochette Metis
LOUIS VUITTON -VIKTOR- Black Leather Messenger Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in San Francisco, CA
Classic messenger bag by LOUIS VUITTON. The VIKTOR comes in a black taiga textured leather with
Louis Vuitton Monogram Embossed Lambskin Leather Coussin PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
. The bag is the perfect size to fit essentials. Retail $4,700. Designer: Louis Vuitton Material
2007s Louis Vuitton Vinyò Squichy Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Capri, IT
Bag in Black. This stylish shoulder bag is crafted of soft and durable vinyl with an embossed Louis
Gucci Black GG Embossed Belt Bag Unisex
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
embossed all throughout the exterior. The bag features a front magnetic closure pocket and a main silver
Louis Vuitton 2019 Soft Trunk Bag Monogram Taurillon
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The black-on-black Soft Trunk bag in Monogram-embossed black Taurillon leather with matte-black
Louis Vuitton Monogram Pochette Bosphore Messenger Bag M40044
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
your must-haves. Inside, you'll find the embossed 'LOUIS VUITTON Paris - made in France' stamp, a mark
Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Pochette Bosphore Messenger Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
your must-haves. Inside, you'll find the embossed 'LOUIS VUITTON Paris - made in France' stamp, a mark
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Nil Messenger Bag M45244
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
LOUIS VUITTON 'Nil' crafted in timeless monogram canvas with vacchetta leather trim. It features 1
Louis Vuitton Vivian Black Monogramed Empreinte Chain Wallet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This Louis Vuitton Empreinte Vavin Chain Wallet is crafted of Louis Vuitton monogram embossed
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Size: 8.75"L x 4.5W x 6.5"H
Louis Vuitton Black Embossed Leather Speedy 22 Bandouliere Crossbody Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic, pre-loved Classic Louis Vuitton Monogram Empreinte Speedy 22 Bag. The Speedy 22 features
Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Canvas Olav PM Messenger Bag N41442
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton Olav PM Messenger Bag. Perfect for the style man or woman. Damier canvas. Double
Louis Vuitton Pochette Métis Monogram Empreinte Leather Black
By Louis Vuitton
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
. CONDITION: Louis Vuitton Pochette Métis Black Monogram Empreinte embossed supple grained cowhide leather
Louis Vuitton Monogram Empreinte Coussin BB
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This Louis Vuitton Lambskin Embossed Monogram Coussin is crafted of Louis Vuitton monogram embossed
Louis Vuitton Pochette Métis Monogram Empreinte Leather Navy
By Louis Vuitton
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Made from supple Monogram Empreinte leather and featuring an S-lock closure, the Louis Vuitton
Louis Vuitton Pochette Métis Monogram Empreinte Leather Navy
By Louis Vuitton
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Made from supple Monogram Empreinte leather and featuring an S-lock closure, the Louis Vuitton
Louis Vuitton Bicolor Monogram Empreinte Felicie Pochette
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Félicie Pochette is crafted from supple Monogram Empreinte leather, embossed with Louis
Louis Vuitton 2017 Empreinte Pochette Métis Cross-body
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
wear. Designer: Louis Vuitton Material: Monogram Empreinte embossed grained leather w/ cowhide leather
2016 Louis Vuitton Black Embossed Empreinte Leather Mazarine MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON Black Embossed Empreinte Leather Mazarine MM Reference: HB1834 Serial Number
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Saintonge Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Amman, JO
Black leather monogram embossed Louis Vuitton Saintonge crossbody bag with logo plaque and tassel
Louis Vuitton Alma BB Black Epi Leather Top Handle Bag with Strap
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Amman, JO
Louis Vuitton Alma BB Black Epi Leather Top Handle Bag with Strap The Louis Vuitton Alma BB is one
Louis Vuitton Brea MM Vernis Patent Leather Bag – Amarante
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Amman, JO
Louis Vuitton Brea MM Vernis Patent Leather Bag – Amarante The Louis Vuitton Brea MM in glossy
Vuitton Black Embossed Double Crossbody New in Box
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Louis Vuitton black logo embossed leather with blush contrast. Detachable cross body strap, allows
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Danube Crossbody Messenger Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Step into the world of classic Louis Vuitton with the Danube messenger bag, a stylish and versatile
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H 7.3 in D 0.6 in L 5.9 in
New Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Leather Underground Flat Crossbody Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
This is a limited edition 2010 bag that is finely crafted of Louis Vuitton monogram embossed matte
Louis Vuitton Patent Leather Messenger Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
RARE LOUIS VUITTON embossed patent leather messenger bag in excellent condition. Black patent
Louis Vuitton Monogram Macassar Bass PM Messenger Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton 'Macassar Bass PM' Crossbody Bag, crafted in monogram canvas with black leather trim
Louis Vuitton Monogram Pochette Bosphore Messenger Bag M40044
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Step into the world of Louis Vuitton luxury with the iconic Pochette Bosphore messenger bag
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Musette Flap Messenger Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton 'Musette' Crossbody Bag, crafted in timeless LV monogram canvas, the bag has golden
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H 14 in W 12.5 in D 1.25 in
LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Canvas MUSETTE Shoulder Bag FLAP PURSE Messenger
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
inside - Mustard alcantare lining Louis Vuitton MUSETTE T Crossbody Bag, crafted in timeless LV
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Musette Salsa Flap Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton 'Musette Salsa'Shoulder Bag, crafted in timeless LV monogram canvas, the bag has
LOUIS VUITTON F/W 2002 “Frances” Metallic Monogram Metal Mesh Crossbody Handbag
By Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs
Located in Thiensville, WI
LOUIS VUITTON F/W 2002 “Frances” Metallic Monogram Metal Mesh Crossbody Handbag Brand
Louis Vuitton Taurillion S-Lock Monogram Briefcase
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
its finest. Retail: $3,600 Brand: Louis Vuitton Origin: Made in Spain Color: Black Model #: M20835
Louis Vuitton Pochette Métis Monogram Empreinte Leather Navy
By Louis Vuitton
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Made from supple Monogram Empreinte leather and featuring an S-lock closure, the Louis Vuitton
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Empreinte Leather Maida Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
The Louis Vuitton Maida Hobo Bag in black Monogram Empreinte leather is an elegant and functional
LOUIS VUITTON c. 2002 “Viktor” Black Green Taiga Leather Messenger Bag
By Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs
Located in Thiensville, WI
LOUIS VUITTON c. 2002 “Viktor” Black Green Taiga Leather Messenger Bag Estimated Retail: $1410
Louis Vuitton Utility Crossbody Bag Calfskin with Embossed Monogram Detail
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
", Depth 4", Strap Drop 12-22" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Utility Crossbody Bag Calfskin with Embossed
Louis Vuitton Utility Crossbody Bag Calfskin with Embossed Monogram Detail
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
-22" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Utility Crossbody Bag Calfskin with Embossed Monogram Detail
Louis Vuitton Utility Crossbody Bag Calfskin with Embossed Monogram Detail
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
-22" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Utility Crossbody Bag Calfskin with Embossed Monogram Detail
Louis Vuitton Utility Crossbody Bag Calfskin with Embossed Monogram Detai
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
", Strap Drop 13-22" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Utility Crossbody Bag Calfskin with Embossed Monogram
Louis Vuitton Utility Crossbody Bag Calfskin with Embossed Monogram Detai
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
: Utility Crossbody Bag Calfskin with Embossed Monogram Detail Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color
Louis Vuitton Utility Crossbody Bag Calfskin with Embossed Monogram Detail
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
", Depth 2", Strap Drop 13.5-23" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Utility Crossbody Bag Calfskin with
Louis Vuitton Utility Crossbody Bag Calfskin with Embossed Monogram Detail
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
", Depth 2", Strap Drop 13.5-23" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Utility Crossbody Bag Calfskin with
Louis Vuitton Utility Crossbody Bag Calfskin with Embossed Monogram Detai
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Crossbody Bag Calfskin with Embossed Monogram Detail Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Black
Louis Vuitton Coussin PM Black Lambskin Leather Shoulder Crossbody Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Freehold, NJ
Pre-Owned 100% Authentic Louis Vuitton Coussin PM Black Lambskin Leather Shoulder Crossbody Bag
Louis Vuitton Coussin PM Black Lambskin Leather Shoulder Crossbody Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Freehold, NJ
Pre-Owned 100% Authentic Louis Vuitton Coussin PM Black Lambskin Leather Shoulder Crossbody Bag
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Embossed Leather Mini Soft Trunk Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This LV Soft Trunk bag is an accessory you would go to season after season. It has been crafted
Chanel Coco Beach Ball Minaudière Clutch Bag 2019
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This is a limited edition see-through crossbody minaudière designed in the shape of a beach ball. It's a stunning piece from the Spring/Summer 2019 runway collection. The clutch feat...
Chanel Nano Kelly Bag NEW Lilac Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Roosendaal, NL
From the collection of SAVINETI we offer this NEW Chanel Nano Kelly Bag: - Brand: Chanel - Model: Nano Kelly - Color: Lilac - Year: 2024 - Condition: NEW (unused) - Materials: Shiny...
Chanel Gift Box Minaudière Black Plexiglass GHW
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel Black Plexiglass Gift Box Minaudière Gold Hardware, 2017. The interior is lined in black leather. Includes authenticity card, and dust bag. This pre-owned Chanel® item has b...
A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace, the flexible tapering yellow gold body formed of three rows of scale-like collets each set with a round cabochon-cut turquoise, the h...
Turquoise, Gold
Pamella Roland 15 strapless silk ivory cream jacquard cape layered gown dress 6
By Pamella Roland
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI Vintage I think this has to be the most breathtaking wedding dress I have come across so far and really I don't believe even the pictures do it justice - unfortunately my ...
$220,900
H 8.5 in W 7 in D 2.5 in
Chanel Green Crocodile Alligator Vintage Mini Minuadiére Kelly Top Handle Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Green Chanel Crocodile mini top handle flap with classic CC closure 1997 {VINTAGE 25 Years} Gold Hardware Interior zipper pocket Black Lambskin interior lining 8.5" H x 7" W x 2.5" ...
Chanel Limited Edition La Pausa Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel limited Edition La Pausa bag from the collection of 2019. This beautiful bag is supposed to be a lifebuoy in black in white. On the front it's written La Pausa and Chanel. Als...
$49,900
H 7.6 in W 11.7 in D 3.9 in
Chanel Purple Alligator Jumbo Classic Double Flap Bag with Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
AN EXQUISITE JUMBO CHANEL PURPLE ALLIGATOR CLASSIC DOUBLE FLAP BAG WITH GOLD TONE HARDWARE CHANEL. 2013-2014 Year. Crafted with precision using rare alligator leather, and touched wi...
Chanel Teal Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
- Circa 2016/17 - Teal - Exotic leather (Alligator) - Silver-tone hardware - Leather and chain-link shoulder strap - Front flap closure - Signature interlocking CC turn-lock fastenin...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Vanity Case PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Vanity Case PM SKU: 137050 MSRP: 5350.00 USD Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Excellent Condition Comments: Item is in excellent ...
Chanel Shiny Alligator Skin Jumbo Double Flap Hand Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Chanel Shiny Alligator Skin Jumbo Double Flap Hand Bag Shiny saffron yellow timeless handbag crafted in Alligator skin and silver hardware. Double front flap and signat...
Very Rare 1990s Chanel Coco Mark Black Patent Vanity Heart Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Collector’s item chanel vintage heart vanity in black patent with gold hardware. Original condition. No touch ups or recoloring. Slight cloudiness to the patent surface due to storag...
Chanel Matte Alligator Jumbo Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Chanel Matte Alligator Jumbo Double Flap Bag Matte green iconic handbag crafted in Alligator skin and champagne gold hardware. Double front flap and signature 'CC' turn...
HERMES Potiron orange Togo leather KELLY 35 RETOURNE Bag Ghw
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Kelly 35 Retourne bag in Potiron (pumpkin orange) Taurillon Clemence leather with gold-tone hardware. Lined in orange goat skin leather with two open pockets ag...
Chanel Black White Grey Tweed Rabbit Fur Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Black fur Chanel multi color tweed flap with CC logo clasp Fall/Winter 2005 Silver hardware Interior flap black lambskin lining Soft black graffiti interior lining Classic center z...
$14,920
H 14 in W 16 in L 5 in
Chanel Black Fringe Lambskin Leather Dallas Drawstring Bucket Quilted Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 2014 Dallas Drawstring Bucket Quilted Rare Fringe Lambskin Leather Bag Year: 2014 Antique Gunmental Hardware CC Logo Feather Charm Classic interwoven micro sized chain Drawst...
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.
Stylish and practical, vintage and designer crossbody bags and messenger bags are ideal for all occasions, from lunch dates to errands to sunny afternoons in the park to formal affairs.
Messenger bags are a fashion staple. A shoulder bag that’s designed to be durable and lightweight, messenger bags offer comfort and convenience when carrying heavy items, and while their functionality is comparable to that of standard backpacks, you don’t have to take your bag off to get into its compartments and various zippered pockets. This is a sophisticated accessory — it sits flat against your body and provides easy access to your belongings at all times.
Our love for vintage handbags and purses goes back a long time. For as long as we’ve needed to carry around personal items to and from our homes, handbags of some fashion have been in our lives. Bag design evolved notably during the later Middle Ages to meet the needs of increasingly prosperous, sophisticated and diverse societies. As craftspeople grew in skill, and the choice of materials and dyes increased, the bags’ exteriors were embellished to please the eye and signify status. In our modern era, there is a vast range of iconic handbags and other bags to choose from.
Crossbody bags, which were designed to be worn on one side of the body so that the long strap is looped over the opposite shoulder, have been popular and versatile accessories over time, thankfully improving upon the medieval-era crude leather and silk coin purses that Europeans fastened to their belts as well as the drawstring pouches of the Renaissance, which held money as often as they did flowers and spices. These bags — as well as the stylish messenger bags that have materialized during the 20th century — weren’t bound by gender when they first appeared, and they certainly aren’t today.
For an alluring alternative to a satchel or backpack, luxury houses and various legendary brands such as Gucci, Prada, Chanel, Louis Vuitton and others offer a wide range of crossbody bags and messenger bags for the discerning bag enthusiast. Find these bags in all shapes and sizes on 1stDibs.
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.