Louis Vuitton x Yayoi Kusama butterfly bag Large 2012
By Louis Vuitton
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
LOUIS VUITTON - (Made in France) Patent coated canvas butterfly bag embossed with red monogram and white dots, ornamented with natural leather, golden brass, and a padlock and its ke...
Louis Vuitton Size 34.5 White Multicolor Butterfly Ballerina Flats 46LK34
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Size 34.5 White Multicolor Butterfly Ballerina Flats 46LK34 Date Code/Serial Number: DD 0048 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 9.4" Width: 3" Height: 2.75" OVERA...
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H 0.1 in W 3 in L 47 in
Louis Vuitton White Papillon ( Rare ) Silk Butterfly Bandeau Scarf 7lr1117
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Length: 47" Width: 3" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Includes LV Gift Box Signs of Wear: Minor marks and wrinkles from light use. This item does not come with any extra a...
LOUIS VUITTON Conte De Fees Coin Purse with Vernis Butterfly
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
LOUIS VUITTON Conte de Fees Butterfly Coin Purse Made in France Khaki mini monogram backing with orange vernis butterfly and green epi leaf Brown leather lining and piping Silver...
LOUIS VUITTON Vintage Mini Comte du Fees monogram orange butterfly coin bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON Vintage Mini Comte du Fees monogram orange butterfly coin bag Reference: AAWC/A00990 Brand: Louis Vuitton Designer: Marc Jacobs Material: Leather, Fabric Color: Green, ...
Monogram Vernis Conte de Fees Butterfly Bag 5LK1130K
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: N/A Made In: France Measurements: Length: 9" Width: 0.25 " Height: 6" Shoulder Handle Drop: 21.5" Handle Drop: " OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/1...
2004 Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Papillon Handbag 26
By Louis Vuitton
Located in PARIS, FR
Shows slight traces of wear over time. - Louis Vuitton butterfly bag - Damier ebene - Two brown leather handles - clasp: golden ziper
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H 6.5 in W 0.25 in L 8.75 in
Louis Vuitton Butterfly Conte De Fees Monogram Vernis Magenta Cross Body Purse
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Don't pass up this beautiful butterfly Louis Vuitton bag! Comes with original, not attached tag.
Louis Vuitton White Silk Butterfly Papillon Bandeau
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Toronto, ON
Louis Vuitton White Silk Butterfly Papillon Bandeau.
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Papillon 22 Butterfly Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This vintage mini bag measures 22 cm in length and is made with brown coated canvas with monogram print and aged caramel color natural leather trim and finishes. The bag features an...
Louis Vuitton Pink Z0466U Viola Butterfly Gradient Oval Sunglasses
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Embrace sunny days in full style with these chic sunglasses by Louis Vuitton. Created with expertise, they feature oval frames and high-quality lenses that are equipped to protect yo...
Louis Vuitton Custom Butterfly Print Monogram Pochette Metis Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Louis Vuitton Custom Butterfly Print Monogram Pochette Metis Bag - Monogram-coated canvas - Customized Butterfly Prints - Natural cowhide leather trim - Gold-colour hardware - 1 ext...
Louis Vuitton Custom Butterfly Print Monogram Pochette Metis Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Louis Vuitton Custom Butterfly Print Monogram Pochette Metis Bag - Monogram-coated canvas - Customized Butterfly Prints - Natural cowhide leather trim - Gold-colour hardware - 1 ext...
Louis Vuitton Beige Patent Leather Butterfly Slingback Sandals Size 36.5
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These sandals are chic and contemporary. Crafted from premium materials, these shoes will luxuriously frame your feet and will fill your day with bold steps.
Customized Louis Vuitton Speedy 30 handbag Butterfly with Blue Crocodile leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, IDF
Exceptional and Unique Louis Vuitton Speedy 30 handbag in brown monogram coated canvas customized with butterfly patterns and genuine blue Por...
Louis Vuitton Black Croc Embossed Leather Butterfly Wedge Sandals Size 39
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These sandals from Louis Vuitton are creatively made to offer your feet with nonpareil style.
Louis Vuitton Black Suede Butterfly Peep Toe Wedge Pumps Size 38.5
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Fashion forward and chic, these intricately designed pumps are crafted out of suede. Admired for their exquisite craftsmanship, Louis Vuitton makes some of the best pumps for all occ...
Louis Vuitton Black Suede Butterfly Peep Toe Wedge Pumps Size 38.5
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Fashion forward and chic, these intricately designed pumps are crafted out of suede. Admired for their exquisite craftsmanship, Louis Vuitton makes some of the best pumps for all occ...
Louis Vuitton White Jersey Butterfly and Bird Lace Applique T-Shirt L
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A blend of comfort and style, this Louis Vuitton t-shirt is exactly what you need to be at the top of your style game.
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H 3.94 in W 3.94 in L 7.88 in
Louis Vuitton BB Butterfly Bag Pink Dragon Fruit Quilted and Embroidered Smooth
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Nicosia, CY
Crafted in supple quilted calfskin, this compact and sporty Papillon BB bag features Louis Vuitton's classic embroidered Monogram pattern. It features a detachable gold chain, a deta...
2002 Louis Vuitton X Takashi Morikami Monogram Buterfly Bag with Flowers
By Louis Vuitton
Located in PARIS, FR
2002 Louis Vuitton X Takashi Morikami Monogram Butterfly Bag with Flowers - Good condition, has slight traces of wear and tear with time. - Butterfly handbag, monogram, flower motifs...
Amazing LV Neverfull MM handbag customized " Bambi&Butterflies" by PatBo !
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, IDF
This iconic model has been revisited by the trendy Street Art artist Patbo on the theme "Bambi&butterflies". Signature: "Louis Vuitton Paris, Made in France".
Alexander McQueen New Silk Top with Tulle and Lace Sleeves S/S 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible grey fine silk knit top from Alexander McQueen. It is semi fitted with a crew neckline and elaborate grey net, tulle and lace layered sleeves. Unworn condition. Fits s...
John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich purple silk halter dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is fitted through the bodice with a stunning intricately detailed ruffle trimmed plunge halter neckli...
Pierre Cardin 1960s Scarf Hem Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible forest green silk maxi dress with red, orange, rust, blue and celery green dots by Pierre Cardin. The dress is sleeveless with a crew neck and attached by a point at mi...
$10,500
Size: FR 34 - UK 6 - IT 38 - US 0
Gucci by Tom Ford purple embroidered lace flared evening pants, fw 1999
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in London, GB
Gucci by Tom Ford purple embroidered lace and silk flared evening pants with leather ribbon bows on knees Fall-Winter 1999
Alexander McQueen New Fur Jacket 'ESHU' A/W 2000
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible rare black, shiny, soft, silky goat fur jacket from Alexander McQueen's F/W 2000 Eshu collection. It has a standup collar, V neckline, front fur hook closures and is li...
Chanel Mini Classic Flap Micro Beige Lambskin Leather Cross Body Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
This Celebrity Favorite has Diamond Quilting and a Gold Plated CC Turnlock Closure and hardware. Approximate measurements are 5.5" x 4" x 1.5" with a drop of about 22" on the gold ...
$2,295
Size: Small - Medium
Christian Dior John Galliano Fall 2001 Black White Novelty Domino Print Cami Top
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in San Diego, CA
Collectible CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Fall 2001 runway vintage black and white novelty print playing cards and domino semi sheer mesh camisole top! Kris Jenner ( Mother of Kim ...
$6,920
H 3.1 in W 3.9 in L 0.8 in
Chanel Waist Classic Flap Rare Vintage 90s Limited Edition Micro Mini Bronze Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Vintage 90's Limited Edition Micro Mini Classic Flap Bag 1991 {VINTAGE 33 Years} Gold Hardware Bronze quilted lambskin leather CC Turnlock Leather lined interior 3.9" W ...
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...
$1,995Sale Price|24% Off
Size: FR38
New Yves Saint Laurent YSL F/W 2009 Runway Wool Lurex Dress Sz FR38 With Tags
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Fall Winter 2009 Brand New With Tags $2650 Butter Soft Runway Wool Lurex Dress FR38 Charcoal & Metallic Lurex Zips Up the Back Hook and Eye Neck Fully Lined...
Gianni Versace F/W 1996 Runway Vintage Silk Brown Top
By Gianni Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Gianni Versace F/W 1996 Runway Vintage Silk Brown Top IT 42 Gianni Versace silk brown top featuring logo embellishments at straps and concealed zip closure at back.
$19,920
H 9.5 in W 12.25 in L 4.25 in
Chanel 2005 Vintage Classic Flap Limited Edition PNY Jumbo Expandable Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Paris New York PNY Jumbo Expandable Maxi Calfskin Flap Bag 2005 {VINTAGE 19 Years} Ruthenium hardware Diamond stitch calfskin aged leather Flap with CC turn lock Interior z...
Dolce & Gabbana Autumn-Winter 1990 beaded corset blouse
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
Dolce & Gabbana Autumn-Winter 1990 beaded corset blouse
Chanel 90s Vintage Canvas & Leather Duffle Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel late 80s early 90s canvas and leather quilted duffle bag. Gold tone hardware. Handle drop 6.5". Detachable strap measures 44". Small glue residue on top, interior smell due to...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1995 Striped Crosshatch Button Front Men's Dress Shirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1995 Striped Crosshatch Button Front Men's Dress Shirt Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 1995 Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: butto...
Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Dress with Chain Cutout SS 2006
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk jersey dress by Alexander McQueen. It is fitted with a scoop neckline, one short sleeve and a circular nude mesh cut out at one side covered with rows of drapi...
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.
Diamonds and sapphires still played a starring role, but less popular stones popped up too.
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.
From Chanel to YSL, the logos of some legacy fashion houses spark instant brand recognition and have come to symbolize a kind of luxury that feels at once aspirational and attainable.
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When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.