Louis Vuitton Castillian Red Epi Noe Drawstring Bucket Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Louis Vuitton Castillian Red Epi Noe Drawstring Bucket Bag in good condition. red epi leather
Louis Vuitton Castillian Red Epi Noe Drawstring Bucket Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Louis Vuitton Castillian Red Epi Noe Drawstring Bucket Bag in good condition. red epi leather
Louis Vuitton Epi Leather Noe GM Shoulder Bag Red
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic, pre-owned Louis Vuitton Noe GM shoulder bag in red. Features the classic Epi leather
LOUIS VUITTON Black/Red Epi Leather Large Noe Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Louis Vuitton black and red Epi Leather Noe GM shoulder bag. Features the classic Epi
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Viva Cité GM Vivacite Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
This refined Louis Vuitton shoulder bag is crafted in the house's iconic Monogram canvas, paired
Louis Vuitton Vintage Bicolor Epi Leather Petit Noe Noé Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
A true icon in the world of designer handbags, the Louis Vuitton 'Petit Noé' carries a legacy as
LOUIS VUITTON Indigo Coquelicot blue Epi leather NEONOE MM Bucket Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Louis Vuitton NéoNoé MM Bucket Shoulder Bag in navy Epi leather combines style
Louis Vuitton Bucket PM Red Epi Leather Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Bucket PM in epi leather. Supple and spacious bag carried on one shoulder or in hand
Unavailable
H 11 in W 7.08 in L 11.8 in
Louis Vuitton Sac D'epaule With Pouch 868278 Red Leather Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
) : 26.77 inch - 27.56 inch Shoulder (cm) : 68 cm - 70 cm Color : Reds Material :Epi Come with : Pouch
Vintage Louis Vuitton Petit Noe Red Epi Leather Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Vintage Louis Vuitton Petit Noe a smaller-scale interpretation of the famous champagne bag created
Unavailable
H 5.7 in W 11.2 in L 10.2 in
Vintage Louis Vuitton Sac Depaule PM Red Epi Leather Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Vintage Louis Vuitton Red Sac D'epaule Epi leather shoulder bag. It has open access with a leather
Louis Vuitton Bucket Pm Handbag Monogram Cherry M95012
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Louis Vuitton Bucket Pm Handbag Monogram Cherry M95012 Additional information: Color / Material
Unavailable
H 10.6 in W 7.1 in L 9.4 in
Vintage Louis Vuitton Petit Noe Vio Red x Black Epi Leather Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Vintage Louis Vuitton Petit Noe a smaller-scale interpretation of the famous champagne bag created
Unavailable
H 10.6 in W 10.2 in D 7.5 in
Vintage Louis Vuitton Petit Noe Green Red Vio Epi Leather Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Petit NOE a interpretation of the famous champagne bag created in 1932, Noé is styled
Unavailable
H 10.2 in W 7.9 in L 9.8 in
Louis Vuitton Blue x Red Bicolor Epi Leather Petite Noe Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Noe famous champagne bag created in 1932. Epi leather discreetly embossed with the LV
Unavailable
H 11 in W 7.5 in L 9.25 in
Louis Vuitton Bucket Hobo Bicolor Epi Noe Drawstring 1lz1129 Red Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
" Shoulder strap drop: 11"-13" OVERALL EXCELLENT VINTAGE CONDITION ( 9/10 or A ) Includes Dust Bag and Care
Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Totally MM (2016) Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Montreal, Quebec
French.This bag features dark brown leather shoulder straps, polished brass hardware, bucket pockets on the
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H 10.5 in D 7.75 in L 15 in
Louis Vuitton “Noe” PM Bucket Bag in Red EPI Leather Shoulder Bag, France 1993.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Vintage Louis Vuitton “Noe” PM Bucket Bag in Red EPI Leather, circa 1993. Made in France, the Noe
Louis Vuitton Vintage Multicolor Epi Leather Noe Shoulder Bucket Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
, and "Louis Vuitton" stamped on the shoulder strap. The bag is completed by its datacode/serial
Louis Vuitton Monogram Empreinte Blue NeoNoe Bucket Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
certificate will be provided at no further cost. Louis Vuitton NéoNoé MM bucket bag, Iconic model was
Louis Vuitton Navy Monogram Empreinte NéoNoé MM Bucket Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
-body, thanks to its detachable and adjustable strap. Retail $2,710. Designer: Louis Vuitton Material
Louis Vuitton Vintage Red Epi Leather Saint Jacques PM Tote Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Sophisticated 'Saint Jacques PM' Shoulder Bag by LOUIS VUITTON, crafted in red EPI leather. The bag
Louis Vuitton Noe GM Tri-Color EPI Leather Bucket Bag, France 1992.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Vintage Louis Vuitton Noe GM Bucket Bag in Tri-Color EPI Leather, circa November 1992. Made in
Louis Vuitton Vintage Epi Red Leather Saint Jacques GM Tote Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Sophisticated 'Saint Jacques GM' Shoulder Bag by LOUIS VUITTON, crafted in tanEPI leather. The bag
Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Canvas Bloomsbury Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
certificate will be provided at no further cost. LOUIS VUITTON 'Bloomsbury' shoulder bag. Designed with the
Louis Vuitton Epi Bicolour Green x Red Petit Noe
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- This vintage 1994 Louis Vuitton petit noe features a green and red epi leather, an adjustable
Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Canvas Bloomsbury PM Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
certificate will be provided at no further cost. This vintage LOUIS VUITTON 'Bloomsbury PM' shoulder bag is a
1990s Louis Vuitton Red Epi Leather Vintage Petit Noé
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHANEL Red Chevron Quilted Patent Leather East West Classic Single Flap Bag This CHANEL East West
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Viva Cité MM Vivacite Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Practical Flair Refined and unmistakably Louis Vuitton, the Viva-Cité MM shoulder bag is a beautiful blend
Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Canvas Sistina MM Hobo Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
certificate will be provided at no further cost. LOUIS VUITTON 'Sistina MM' shoulder bag. Designed with the
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H 10.63 in W 9.45 in D 7.09 in
2008 Louis Vuitton White Multicolore Monogram Coated Canvas Petit Noe
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
: CA1078 Age (Circa): 2008 Accompanied By: Louis Vuitton Dust Bag Authenticity Details: Date Stamp (Made in
LOUIS VUITTON Rouge red Epi leather NOE GM Bucket Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Louis Vuitton Noé GM in red Epi leather. Closes with a drawstring on top and and is
Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Monogram Cerises Murakami Bucket Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Limited edition LOUIS VUITTON X Takashi Murakami collaboration 'Bucket Bag' tote bag. Period/Era
LOUIS VUITTON Red Epi Leather CLUNY Shoulder Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in San Francisco, CA
LOUIS VUITTON "CLUNY" shoulder bag in bold red Epi textured leather featuring a round bucket shape
Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Totally MM Shoulder Bag Brown
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic, pre-owned Louis Vuitton brown Damier Ebene Totally MM tote. Features Louis Vuitton brown
Louis Vuitton Noe PM Bucket Bag in Red EPI Leather, France 1994.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Vintage Louis Vuitton “Noe” PM Bucket Bag in Red EPI Leather, circa 1995. Made in France, the Noe
Louis Vuitton Noe PM Bucket Bag in Red EPI Leather, June 1995.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Vintage Louis Vuitton “Noe” Carmine Red EPI Leather Bucket Bag, circa June 1995. Made in France
1995 Louis Vuitton Red Epi Leather Vintage Noe Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Red Epi Leather Vintage Noé Reference: HB2205 Serial Number: AR0975 Age (Circa
Louis Vuitton Red Epi Leather Sac D'Epaule GM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
This Louis Vuitton red Sac D' Epaule GM bag features epi leather, an open top with a belt closure
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H 9.85 in W 10.63 in D 3.55 in
2005 Louis Vuitton Cherries Monogram Coated Canvas Leather Murakami Bucket Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON Cherries Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Murakami Bucket Bag Xupes
LOUIS VUITTON 2017 Americas Cup Damier Cobalt Noe Marin Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This is an incredible find from a limited edition Louis Vuitton collection! In 2016, Louis Vuitton
Louis Vuitton Black Red Epi Leather Noe Bucket Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Irvine, CA
Black and red Epi leather Louis Vuitton Noe bucket bag with gold-tone hardware, single shoulder
Louis Vuitton Red Epi Leather Noe PM Bucket Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Irvine, CA
Louis Vuitton Red Epi Leather Noe PM Bucket Bag with gold-tone hardware, Black leather trim, black
Louis Vuitton Red Black Epi Leather Noe GM Bucket Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Irvine, CA
Louis Vuitton Red Black Epi Leather Handbags with silver-tone hardware, tan vachetta leather trim
Louis Vuitton Lockme Bucket Bag Braided Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
", Width 9.5", Depth 6", Strap Drop 18.5" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Lockme Bucket Bag Braided Leather
Louis Vuitton Petit Bucket Bag Epi Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Petit Bucket Bag Epi Leather is a classic and timeless accessory made
Louis Vuitton Brown Epi Leather Noe PM Bucket Bag with epi leather, gold-tone
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Irvine, CA
Louis Vuitton Brown Epi Leather Noe PM Bucket Bag with epi leather, gold-tone hardware, trim tan
Louis Vuitton Bucket PM Monogram Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Bucket Petit in monogram canvas. Supple and spacious bag carried on one shoulder or
Vintage Louis Vuitton Petit Noe Red Epi Leather Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Petit Noe a smaller-scale interpretation of the famous champagne bag created in 1932
Vintage Louis Vuitton Petit Noe Red Epi Leather Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Petit Noe a smaller-scale interpretation of the famous champagne bag created in 1932
Vintage Louis Vuitton Petit Noe Red Epi Leather Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Petit Noe a smaller-scale interpretation of the famous champagne bag created in 1932
Vintage Louis Vuitton Petit Noe Red Epi Leather Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Petit Noe a smaller-scale interpretation of the famous champagne bag created in 1932
Louis Vuitton White Multicolor Monogram Canvas Leather Noe PM Bucket Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Irvine, CA
White multicolor Monogram coated canvas Louis Vuitton Noe PM bucket bag with gold-tone hardware
Louis Vuitton Red Epi Leather Noe PM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Irvine, CA
Louis Vuitton Red Epi Leather Petit Noe Bag with gold-tone hardware, red leather trim, red suede
Louis Vuitton Red Epi Leather Noe Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Irvine, CA
Louis Vuitton Red Epi Leather Noe Shoulder Bag with red epi leather, printed, gold-tone hardware
Vintage Louis Vuitton Sac Depaule PM Red Epi Leather Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Red Sac D'epaule Epi leather shoulder bag. It has open access with a leather strap
Louis Vuitton Red Epi Petit Noe
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Orlando, FL
come with inclusions. Louis Vuitton pieces do not come with an authenticity card�please refer to the
Vintage Louis Vuitton Noe Large Red Epi Leather Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton NOE famous champagne bag created in 1932. Epi leather discreetly embossed with the LV
Vintage Louis Vuitton Petit Noe Red Epi Leather Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Petit Noe a smaller-scale interpretation of the famous champagne bag created in 1932
Vintage Louis Vuitton Noe Large Red Epi Leather Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton NOE famous champagne bag created in 1932. Epi leather discreetly embossed with the LV
Vintage Louis Vuitton Noe Large Red Epi Leather Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton NOE famous champagne bag created in 1932. Epi leather discreetly embossed with the LV
Vintage Louis Vuitton Petit Noe Red Epi Leather Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Petit Noe a smaller-scale interpretation of the famous champagne bag created in 1932
Louis Vuitton Black and Red Bicolor Epi Leather Noe Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Irvine, CA
Louis Vuitton black and red bicolor epi leather Noe shoulder bag with black suede lining, an
Louis Vuitton Blue Red And Green Epi Leather Noe Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Irvine, CA
Louis Vuitton red, blue, and green tricolor Noe shoulder bag with epi leather exterior, black
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14k Yellow & White Gold 2.45 Carat Large Cluster Pyramid Diamond Ring Size 7
Located in Eagan, MN
This is just a beautiful diamond ring and the diamonds are just spectacular!. It is a Magic Glo Diamond ring and they specialize in bright, sparkling diamonds. There are 3 brilliant...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
$950
H 62 in W 18 in L 62 in
Moroccan Vintage Caftan Gown in Gold Brocade Maxi Dress Kaftan Size L to XL
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Moroccan vintage exotic metallic gold brocade caftan gown, circa 1970s. The luxurious Moorish kaftan is designed with brilliant gold metallic brocade. The front of the elegant caftan...
LOUIS VUITTON brown Monogram Christmas 2017 GIRAFFES MINI POCHETTE Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Louis Vuitton Mini Pochette Accessoires bag in brown Monogram Christmas canvas is a limited edition piece featuring a playful giraffe print on the front, showcasi...
$1,450
Size: Italian 46 jacket & skirt
Alexander McQueen Fall Winter 1997 "It's A Jungle Out There" pinstripe suit
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Important collectible Alexander McQueen Fall Winter 1997 'It's a Jungle Out There' collection pinstripe jacket and skirt suit. Runway look, the jacket has shoulder pads. The condit...
Halston Vintage F/W 1997 Crystal Sequin Beaded Silver Nude Dress Gown
By Halston
Located in Jersey City, NJ
From Halston's Fall/Winter 1997 collection, this rare and breathtaking strapless gown was designed by Randolph Duke and originally debuted on the runway worn by Helena Christensen. T...
Christian Dior John Galliano Silk Evening Gown Fall/Winter 2003 Sz 38FR
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Christian Dior John Galliano - Vintage Silk Chartreuse Evening Gown Fall/Winter 2003 Size 38FR
Louis Vuitton Sac Deauville 2002 LV Monogram Canvas Deauville Hand Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in PARIS, FR
Louis Vuitton Deauville model bag in monogram coated canvas, natural leather and gold metal, 1 large patch pocket on the front, beige coated canvas interior trimmed with natural leat...
Sold|$3,996
Size: 19.7"L x 8.7"W x 11."H
Louis Vuitton Keepall 50 Fifa World Cup Epi Red & White Limited Edition
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Keepall 50 Fifa World Cup Epi Leather Red & White. This special Louis Vuitton Keepall 50 is a tribute to the FIFA World Cup, a symbol of global sporting spirit and solidari...
Gucci Pebbled Calfskin Small Soho Disco Crossbody Bag
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Embody elegance and luxury with the Gucci Pebbled Calfskin Soho Crossbody Disco Bag. The premium pebbled leather is complemented by the classic embroidered interlocking "GG" and a fl...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Papillon 31 Large Handbag Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Louis Vuitton Monogram Papillon 31 Large Handbag Canvas CONDITION: VERY GOOD This is a preloved item that shows moderate signs of wear on the leather trim and handle...
Gucci Jackie Vintage Camel Python Leather Rare
By Gucci
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Gucci Jackie Vintage Camel Python Leather Rare These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. CONDITION: VERY GOOD This preloved Gucci item is in very good condi...
Vivienne Westwood taupe lace and knitted adjustable bra, ss 1996
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood taupe rib-knit bra with lace trim and drawstring bow fastening Spring-Summer 1996
2000s KRIZIA Sheer micro mini beaded yellow
By Krizia
Located in Austin, TX
2000s KRIZIA Sheer mini beaded nylon and spandex with beading Condition: Excellent 33" bust, 30" waist, 31" hips, 29" length One size ( fits US 0 - 6 )
$5,844
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...
Thierry Mugler Couture Pink Flame Beaded Silk Gown
By Thierry Mugler Couture, Thierry Mugler
Located in Concord, NC
This early 2000’s vintage Thierry Mugler gown features a halter neckline with a plunging V-front. The dress transitions from vibrant fuchsia to deep red, with flame-like cutouts ador...
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Silk Off-Shoulder Bougainvillea Color Top Blouse
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Off-Shoulder Top Blouse Designer size - French 38 ( US 6 ) 100% Silk, Amazing Hot Bougainvillea Color, Off-Shoulder Style, Ruffled, Keyhole at ...
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.
Ever since we’ve needed an accessory to carry our personal items when we’re on the go, shoulder bags have proven indispensable. Today, vintage and designer shoulder bags are such a treasured part of fashion history that they even get their own museum exhibitions. And while lovers of luxury handbags and purses are savvier now and have a wider range of shopping options, classics created by brands such as Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
Prior to bags becoming an essential piece of any ensemble for any gender, women wore pockets strung on ribbons as garments that were separate from their gowns, accessible by openings in the fabric. Small handbags and handheld purses were developed before the accessory gained importance as functional and fashionable. Most had more in common with wallets than anything else.
While the bags of the 16th century warranted ornament, such as exteriors embroidered with silver-gilt thread and beads, it wasn’t until the late 18th century and early 19th century that the design and craft of bags had really broadened. Handheld purses were finished with details that were meant to garner attention, and bags were fitted with shoulder straps. A stylish shoulder bag meant that women could tote jewelry, cash and perhaps a decorative snuff box full of tobacco to an evening ball across town.
The early 1900s saw the introduction of gold and silver minaudières. The patenting of these compact bejeweled clutches has been attributed to revered French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels, and today they remain a fashion favorite. One of Judith Leiber’s innovative minaudières even earned a role in the movie Sex and the City.
A luxury shoulder bag is a work of art with a long, fascinating origin story, and entire brands and fashion lines have emerged around creating the perfect versions of shoulder bags and top-handle bags. For example, the iconic Hermès Kelly bag, which was popularized by actress Grace Kelly, is a widely coveted, collected and often faked entry from the handbag hall of fame. And while vintage Gucci tote bags have their own dedicated fan base, collectors are likely familiar with the Dionysus, a pared-down Gucci shoulder bag that manages to make a substantial statement anyway.
Embrace a classic look with a vintage shoulder bag designed by Chanel, Givenchy or Fendi — find yours on 1stDibs today.
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.