$1,107
H 10 in W 8 in L 18.5 in
Louis Vuitton Blue Epi Leather Toledo Keepall 45 Boston Duffle Bag 22LV106
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: VI1910 Measurements: Length: 18.5" Width: 8" Height: 10" Handle Drop: 4" OVERALL FAIR+ CONDITION ( 6.25/10 or C+ ) Accessories: None Signs of Wear: Coa...
$8,307
H 11.5 in W 9 in L 20.5 in
Louis Vuitton Blue Leather Bandana Keepall Bandouliere 55 Duffle 5577lk67s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
) Accessories: Box, Dust Bag, Poignet, Luggage Tag, Lock and Keys, Barcode, Care Card Signs of Wear: Exterior
Louis Vuitton Blue Monogram Eclipse Taiga Keepall Bandouliere 45
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Louis Vuitton Blue Monogram Eclipse Taiga Keepall Bandouliere 45 SKU: Z153391 MSRP
Borsone Louis Vuitton Keepall 55 Bandouliere NBA Basket
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
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H 10.6 in W 7.9 in L 17.7 in
Vintage Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 Blue Epi Leather Duffle Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Vintage Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 in Epi leather. It is a classic of the Louis Vuitton travel bag
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H 11.8 in W 11.8 in L 24.4 in
Louis Vuitton Duffle Lv Cup Gaston V Boston 870305 Blue Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Serial number: BA1026 Size in inches (approx.):W 24.4 x H 11.8 x D 11.8 Handle Drop 7.1 Shoulder Strap Drop 26(max) Size in cm (approx.):W 62 x H 30 x D 30 Handle Drop 18 Shoulder St...
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H 10.6 in W 7.9 in L 17.7 in
Vintage Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 Green Epi Leather Duffle Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Vintage Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 in Epi leather. It is a classic of the Louis Vuitton travel bag
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H 11.8 in W 7.87 in L 16.5 in
Louis Vuitton Duffle 2007 Lv Cup Gaston V Gm with Strap 870636 Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Color : Navy Blue Material :Canvas Come with : Shoulder Strap Country of Manufacture : France Code
Louis Vuitton Blue Epi Leather Keepall 55 Duffle Bag 113lv48
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Blue Epi Leather Keepall 55 Duffle Bag 113lv48 Date Code/Serial Number: VI8910 Made
Louis Vuitton Blue Toledo Epi Leather Keepall 45 Duffle Bag 80lk411s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Blue Toledo Epi Leather Keepall 45 Duffle Bag 80lk411s Date Code/Serial Number
Louis Vuitton Blue Epi Leather Toledo Keepall 50 Boston Duffle Travel Bag 862983
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Blue Epi Leather Toledo Keepall 50 Boston Duffle Travel Bag 862983
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H 12 in W 9 in L 20 in
Louis Vuitton Blue Epi Leather Toledo Keepall 50 Boston Duffle Travel Bag 44lk98
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Blue Epi Leather Toledo Keepall 50 Boston Duffle Travel Bag 44lk98 Date Code/Serial
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H 11 in W 8 in L 18 in
Louis Vuitton Rare Blue Damier Cobalt Keepall Bandouliere 45 Duffle Bag 13lz531s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: DU4134 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 18" Width: 8" Height: 11" Handle Drop: 4" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Accessories: Luggage ...
Louis Vuitton Ultra Rare Navy Blue SHW Epi Leather Keepall 45 Duffle Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Ultra Rare Navy Blue SHW Epi Leather Keepall 45 Duffle Bag 498lvs35
Louis Vuitton Toledo Blue Epi Leather Speedy Boston Bag Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
certificate will be provided at no further cost Step into the world of timeless luxury with the Louis Vuitton
Louis Vuitton Toledo Blue Epi Leather Speedy 30 Boston Bag Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Gorgeous Louis Vuitton Speedy in textured toledo blue epi leather. It has the classic Speedy 30
Louis Vuitton Savane Monogram Lion Chapman Keepall Bandouliere 55 Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton's iconic design. The bag is framed in deep navy blue cowhide leather, featuring reinforced
Louis Vuitton Savane Monogram Lion Chapman Keepall Bandouliere 55 Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton's iconic design. The bag is framed in deep navy blue cowhide leather, featuring reinforced
Louis Vuitton Damier Cobalt Keepall Bandoulière 55
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Louis Vuitton Damier Cobalt Keepall Bandoulière 55 SKU: 119406 MSRP: 2570.00
New in Box Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Clouds Keepall Abloh Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Limited Edition Louis Vuitton Duffle Keepall Monogram Clouds Bandouliere 50. It's blue coated
Louis Vuitton Damier Cobalt Keepall Bandoulière 55
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Louis Vuitton Damier Cobalt Keepall Bandoulière 55 SKU: 119406 MSRP: 2570.00
Louis Vuitton Keepall 55 Blue Epi Leather Duffle Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Keepall 55 travel bag. Its in epi leather features comfortable rounded leather
Louis Vuitton Aventure Practical Duffle Bag Damier Nylon
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
", Width 20", Depth 10", Strap Drop 13-22" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Aventure Practical Duffle Bag
Vintage Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 Blue Epi Leather Duffle Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 in Epi leather. It is a classic of the Louis Vuitton travel bag collection
Louis Vuitton Vintage Keepall 45 Blue Epi Leather Duffle Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Vintage Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 in Blue Epi leather. It is a classic of the Louis Vuitton travel
Vintage Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 Blue Epi Leather Duffle Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 in Epi leather. It is a classic of the Louis Vuitton travel bag collection
Vintage Louis Vuitton Keepall 50 Blue Epi Leather Duffle Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Keepall 50 in Epi leather. It is a classic of the Louis Vuitton travel bag collection
Vintage Louis Vuitton Keepall 50 Blue Epi Leather Duffle Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Keepall 50 in Epi leather. It is a classic of the Louis Vuitton travel bag collection
Vintage Louis Vuitton Keepall 50 Blue Epi Leather Duffle Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Keepall 50 in Epi leather. It is a classic of the Louis Vuitton travel bag collection
Vintage Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 Blue Epi Leather Duffle Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 in Epi leather. It is a classic of the Louis Vuitton travel bag collection
Vintage Louis Vuitton Keepall 50 Blue Epi Leather Duffle Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Keepall 50 in Epi leather. It is a classic of the Louis Vuitton travel bag collection
Vintage Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 Blue Epi Leather Duffle Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 in Epi leather. It is a classic of the Louis Vuitton travel bag collection
Vintage Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 Blue Epi Leather Duffle Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 in Epi leather. It is a classic of the Louis Vuitton travel bag collection
Vintage Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 Blue Epi Leather Duffle Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 in Epi leather. It is a classic of the Louis Vuitton travel bag collection
Vintage Louis Vuitton Keepall 50 Blue Epi Leather Duffle Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Vintage Louis Vuitton Keepall 50 in Epi leather. It is a classic of the Louis Vuitton travel bag
Vintage Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 Blue Epi Leather Duffle Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 in Epi leather. It is a classic of the Louis Vuitton travel bag collection
Louis Vuitton Cup Duffle Bag Coated Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Cup Duffle Bag Coated Canvas is a marvelous duffel bag that is both
Louis Vuitton Cup Duffle Bag Coated Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Cup Duffle Bag Coated Canvas is a marvelous duffel bag that is both
Louis Vuitton East Side Duffle Bag Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: East Side Duffle Bag Leather Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Blue
Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 Blue Epi Leather Duffle Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 in Epi leather. It is a classic of the Louis Vuitton travel bag collection
Louis Vuitton Matchpoint Polochon Duffle Bag Damier Cobalt
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 9", Height 9", Width 20", Depth 10" Designer: Louis Vuitton
Louis Vuitton Matchpoint Polochon Duffle Bag Damier Cobalt
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Matchpoint Polochon Duffle Bag Damier Cobalt Exterior Material: Canvas
Louis Vuitton Matchpoint Polochon Duffle Bag Damier Cobalt
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
", Height 9", Width 20", Depth 10" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Matchpoint Polochon Duffle Bag Damier
Vintage Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 Blue Epi Leather Duffle Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 in Epi leather. It is a classic of the Louis Vuitton travel bag collection
Vintage Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 Blue Epi Leather Duffle Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 in Epi leather. It is a classic of the Louis Vuitton travel bag collection
Vintage Louis Vuitton Keepall 55 Blue Epi Leather Duffle Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Keepall 55 travel bag. Its in epi leather features comfortable rounded leather
Louis Vuitton NEW Monogram Blue Silver Top Handle Men's Travel Duffle Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Chicago, IL
Louis Vuitton NEW Monogram Blue Silver Keepall Eclipse Top Handle Men's Women's Travel Duffle Bag
Louis Vuitton Blue Black Check Men's Women's Carryall Travel Weekend Duffle Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Chicago, IL
" Measurements 20.5" W x 11" H x 8.75" D Includes dust bag 100% authenticity guaranteed NEWFOUND LUXURY is the
Louis Vuitton Limited Edition America's Cup Ecru XL Duffle Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY
Never carried, this Limited Edition Ecru Canvas Antigua XL Duffle Bag from Louis Vuitton is a
Louis Vuitton NEW Blue Mono Men's Women's Top Handle Travel Duffle Bag in Box
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Chicago, IL
Louis Vuitton NEW Blue Monogram Men's Women's Top Handle Travel Weekender Duffle Bag in Box
Louis Vuitton America's Cup Duffle Travel Overnight Bag LV-1118P-0001
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Downey, CA
Louis Vuitton America's Cup Duffle Travel Overnight Bag LV-1118P-0001 Beautiful Louis Vuitton rare
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H 11.4 in W 23.6 in D 8.7 in
Vintage Louis Vuitton Keepall 60 Green Epi Leather Duffle Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Keepall 60 in Epi leather. It is a classic of the Louis Vuitton travel bag collection
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H 7.9 in W 10.6 in L 17.7 in
Vintage Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 Black Epi Leather Duffle Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Vintage Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 in Epi leather. It is a classic of the Louis Vuitton travel bag
Louis Vuitton Duffle Handbag Leather with Reverse Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
: Louis Vuitton Model: Duffle Handbag Leather with Reverse Monogram Canvas Exterior Material: Leather
Louis Vuitton Sofia Coppola SC Bag Leather BB
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Sofia Coppola SC Bag Leather BB is a stylish and elegant everyday bag
Louis Vuitton Keepall Bag Tobago Leather 50
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Keepall Bag Tobago Leather 50 is a classic, sophisticated duffle
Louis Vuitton Sofia Coppola SC Bag Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Sofia Coppola SC Bag Leather MM is as stylish and elegant as its
Louis Vuitton Sofia Coppola SC Bag Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Sofia Coppola SC Bag Leather MM is as stylish and elegant as its
Louis Vuitton Bleu Canard SC BB Veau Cachemire Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Named after its creator, Academy Award-winning screenwriter Sofia Coppola, the SC Bag was inspired
Louis Vuitton Monogram Bandana Mini Keepall Pouch Blue Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Nicosia, CY
The Monogram Bandana Mini Keepall Pouch is a pint-size version of the vibrant duffle bag. Leather
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H 11 in W 17.6 in D 8 in
Louis Vuitton + Medium Rare Keepall 45 Monogram Coated Canvas Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
This ‘Keepall 45’ travel bag by Louis Vuitton is inspired by a classic duffle bag re-imagined and
CHRISTIAN DIOR taupe FOX FUR Winter Coat Sz. F38 / M
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
Christian Dior coat in off-white, brown, and taupe fox fur with wide collar. Two side pockets. Opens with two hooks on the front. Lined in black silk. Has been worn and is in excelle...
Hermes Birkin 30 Blue Celeste Bag Gold Hardware Epsom Leather
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Birkin 30 bag featured in rare Blue Celeste. This beautiful sky blue Birkin bag is complimented with Gold hardware. Neutral and as stunning in winter as s...
Hermes Hac 40 Porosus Crocodile Graphite, Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
HERMES HAC 40 travel bag Condition: very good condition Country of manufacture: France Model : Haut à courroies Size: 40 Gender: unisex Material: matt Porosus crocodile leather Colo...
Hermes Birkin 25 Bag Black Togo Leather Rose Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a gorgeous Black Hermes Birkin 25 bag featured with the warm glow of Rose Gold hardware. This beautiful Birkin bag is a perfect combination to move from day to eve...
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful stretch silk leopard print dress from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice has adjustable straps, functional and adjustable side lacing through to the hips plus rows of top stitch...
$3,993
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...
$2,360
H 11.82 in W 22.84 in
Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Coated Canvas Eole Convertible Rolling Luggage Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Coated Canvas Eole Convertible Rolling Luggage Bag Travel bag convertible into rolling luggage crafted in LV's signature Damier Ebene coated canvas. Detail...
$10,920
H 3.25 in W 4.5 in D 4 in
Chanel Vanity Case Micro Mini 90s Vintage Iridescent Bronze Rare Patent Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Micro Mini 90s Vintage Patent Metallic Bronze Iridescent Vanity Case Rare 1994 [VINTAGE 30 Years} Diamond stitch iridescent patent leather Classic interwoven top handle Magne...
New in Box Vuitton Monogram Mini Hatbox
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Brand new in box mini hat box bag in monogram LV canvas and cowhide leather. Comes with detachable strap. Dust cover, box and shopping bag included.
GIA 20.63 & 21.17 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Drop Earrings in 18k White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Certified 20.63 & 21.17 carat Round Brilliant Diamond Drop Earrings in 18k White Gold Features 21.17 carat; L color & VS1 clarity 20.63 carat; O-P Range color & SI1 clarity G...
Diamond, White Gold
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 38
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New * Tom Ford Era Lotus Slides * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977 His Final Coll...
Gianni Versace F/W 2001 Blue Marmot Fur Jacket Coat
By Gianni Versace
Located in Naples, FL
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...
$3,840Sale Price|20% Off
CHRISTIAN DIOR 2006 John Galliano Vintage Runway silk floral drape dress FR34 XS
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR 2006 John Galliano Vintage Runway red silk black floral drape dress FR34 XS Reference: TGAS/E00996 Brand: Dior Designer: John Galliano Collection: AW 2006 - Runway Mat...
1910s Louis Vuitton Monogram Courier Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the luxury and elegance of the early 20th century with this stunning 1910s Louis Vuitton Trunk. This exquisite piece is a testament to the t...
Important Harry Winston Diamond 23 Carat Certified Emerald Pendant Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Important Harry Winston Diamond 23 Carat Certified Emerald Pendant Necklace An 18k gold and platinum detachable pendant necklace, set with diamonds and emerald, signed Harry Winston....
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
John Galliano for Christian Dior Oblique Printed Chiffon Dress. F/W 2000-2001
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Incredible John Galliano for Christian Dior Oblique printed chiffon dress Fall/ Winter 2000 - 2001. Of an asymmetric bias cut with deep ruffles and flounces. Printed in burgundy 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.
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.