Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Clutch Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, FR
Louis Vuitton black "Epi" leather enveloppe clutch featuring debossed logo to the front, foldover top, push-lock fastening with logo-engraved gold-tone hardware, main compartment an...
Louis Vuitton Black Ambassador Epi Leather Briefcase Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, FR
Louis Vuitton black "Epi leather" Ambassador briefcase featuring a top handle, a foldover top with flip-lock closure, a textured Epi leather detail, gold-tone hardware, accordion det...
LOUIS VUITTON black Epi leather AMBASSADOR Briefcase Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic vintage Louis Vuitton Ambassador briefcase in black Epi leather is a timeless business accessory that combines sophistication with exceptional functionality.
20thC Louis Vuitton Presidential Briefcase In Orange Epi Leather, Made In France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Lovely late 20th century Louis Vuitton “President” briefcase finished in Epi leather.
Brass
20th Century Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Document Case, Made In France c1990
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A late 20th Century Louis Vuitton document case, crafted in Epi leather with brass accents.
Brass
Unavailable
H 12.2 in W 2.8 in L 16.1 in
Vintage Louis Vuitton Serviette Fermoir Cipango Gold Epi Leather Briefcase
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Vintage Louis Vuitton Serviette Fermoir Briefcase in Epi leather.
Louis vuitton document pouch in blue épi leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, FR
Louis vuitton document pouch in blue épi leather, some sign of wear ( colour spots ) 36cm x 28cm x 4cm
Unavailable
H 4.34 in W 17.72 in D 13.78 in
Rare Mid-Late 20th Century Louis Vuitton Epi Leather Briefcase
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
A superb and rare Louis Vuitton Epi leather briefcase, with green leather interior.
Leather
Louis Vuitton Red epi leather Supreme Holder
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Capri, IT
Louis Vuitton Red epi Supreme Holder
Louis Vuitton Yellow Epi Mabillon Backpack
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Yellow Epi Mabillon leather backpack by Louis Vuitton. Gold-tone hardware. Exterior back zip pocket. Adjustable shoulder straps. Zip closure at top. 8.5" width, 11.5...
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H 15 in W 17.5 in D 2 in
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Men's Tech Attache Envelope Document Bag Clutch Case
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Charlotte, NC
CURATOR'S NOTES Epi leather Gold hardware Slide lock closure Made in France Measures 17.5" W x 15" H x 2" D Include original Louis Vuitton dust bag
Louis Vuitton Honey Epi Leather Laptop/Briefcase
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Louis Vuitton Honey Epi Leather Laptop/Briefcase.
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Robusto 2 Compartment Briefcase
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Krakow, PL
This classic briefcase from Louis Vuitton brings a whole new perspective to office repertoire.
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H 5.91 in W 20.08 in D 14.97 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Briefcase Finished in Black Epi Leather, France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A lovely late 20th century Louis Vuitton briefcase finished in black Epi leather.
Brass
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H 4.53 in W 17.72 in D 13.78 in
A 20th Century Louis Vuitton Briefcase Finished In Black Epi Leather, France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A lovely late 20th century Louis Vuitton briefcase finished in black Epi leather.
Brass
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H 4.34 in W 13.78 in L 4.34 in
Genuine Louis Vuitton Green EPI Leather Watch Collector Case, circa 1980
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Description Genuine Louis Vuitton briefcase in Epi leather, edging with "LV" monogrammed motif, brass rivets, lock, catches and reinforced brass corners, central lock numbered, open...
Leather
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H 9 in D 1 in L 11 in
Louis Vuitton Monceau 28 Black Epi Leather Shoulder Crossbody Bag, France 1992.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Louis Vuitton Monceau 28 Black Epi Leather Shoulder Crossbody Bag, France 1992.
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Briefcase
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This is the coolest find! ThisLouis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Briefcase will take you through your everyday and you will be looking extra stylish going from and to work.
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Ambassadeur Briefcase Business Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Classic Louis Vuitton black Epi leather 'Serviette Ambassadeur' 2 Compartments Briefcase Bag.
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Briefcase Bag Porte Document Voyage
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
LOUIS VUITTON soft briefcase, mod. 'Porte-Document Voyage' in Black epi leather.
Louis Vuitton Vintage Black Epi Leather Ambassadeur Work Bag Briefcase
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Classic Louis Vuitton black Epi leather 'Serviette Ambassadeur' 2 Compartments Briefcase Bag.
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Robusto Noir 2 Compartment Briefcase Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Robusto Noir 2 Compartment Briefcase Made In: France Year of Production: 2008 Color: Black Materials: Epi leather, metal Lining: Black textile Closure/openin...
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H 12 in D 2.25 in L 16 in
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Porte-Documents Voyage Briefcase Bag rt. $2, 910
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Porte-Documents Voyage Briefcase Bag Made In: France Year of Production: 1998 Color: Black Hardware: Goldtone Materials: Epi leather Lining: Black le...
Louis Vuitton Red Epi Riviera Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This beautiful Louis Vuitton Epi Riviera Handbag was made in France and it is finely crafted of a red epi leather exterior with leather trimming and gold-tone hardware features. It h...
Louis Vuitton Black Gray Epi Leather Silver Hardware Men's Attache Briefcase Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Charlotte, NC
CURATOR'S NOTES Walk into your next business meeting with confidence! Sophisticated Louis Vuitton Epi leather briefcase featuring chic silver hardware.
Louis Vuitton Briefcase
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Houston, TX
Authentic Louis Vuitton Briefcase Epi Leather Dimension: W: 15 H: 11 D: 2
Louis Vuitton Sarbonne Briefcase Epi Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Sarbonne Briefcase Epi Leather updates its traditional men's briefcase with a luxurious and urban spin.
Louis Vuitton Larry Briefcase Epi Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Larry Briefcase Epi Leather, crafted from black epi leather, features top leather handle, leather trim, belt and buckle closure, metal framed edges, and silver-ton...
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Briefcase
By Louis Vuitton
Located in US
Louis Vuitton Epi leather briefcase is featured in black with gold hardware, a top handle, and an exterior back pocket.
Louis Vuitton Brooks Briefcase Epi Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Keys, Lock, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 4.5", Height 11", Width 14.5", Depth 2.5", Strap Drop 18-22" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Brooks Briefcase Epi Leather...
Louis Vuitton Robusto 2 Briefcase Epi Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Robusto 2 Briefcase Epi Leather, crafted from black epi leather, features a leather top handle, subtle LV logo, accordion-like sides, and silver-tone hardware.
Louis Vuitton Dandy Briefcase Epi Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Dandy Briefcase Epi Leather MM, crafted from red epi leather, features dual rolled leather handles and silver-tone hardware.
Louis Vuitton Serviette Ambassadeur Epi Leather Briefcase
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Serviette Ambassadeur Epi Leather Briefcase in Black is crafted with sturdy textured Epi Leather in a classic envelope shape with flexible sides and subt...
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.