LOUIS VUITTON Vernis red patent LV logo emboss flap continental wallet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON Vernis red patent LV logo emboss flap continental wallet Reference: TGAS/B01410 Brand: Louis Vuitton Material: Patent Leather Color: Red Pattern: Solid Closure: Button ...
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 pattern, coin purse on one side and card wallet on other, and snap closures.
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H 3.55 in W 4.73 in D 0.99 in
Louis Vuitton Men Multiple Wallet in embossed Damier Infini leather.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Amman, JO
A timeless essential—this Louis Vuitton Damier Graphite canvas wallet combines signature style with everyday practicality. Crafted from durable coated canvas in the house’s sleek Dam...
LOUIS VUITTON LV logo trunk embossed tan Vachetta leather cardholder wallet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON LV logo trunk embossed tan Vachetta leather cardholder wallet Reference: ANWU/A00166 Brand: Louis Vuitton Material: Leather Color: Brown Pattern: Solid CONDITIO...
LOUIS VUITTON Vernis red patent LV logo emboss flap continental wallet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON Vernis red patent LV logo emboss flap continental wallet Reference: TGAS/B01410 Brand: Louis Vuitton Material: Patent Leather Color: Red Pattern: Solid Closure: B...
Louis Vuitton Multiple Wallet in Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Amman, JO
Louis Vuitton Multiple Wallet in embossed Ghraphite Damier Infini leather.
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H 4.1 in W 1 in L 7.7 in
Louis Vuitton Zippy Wallet Navy Blue Leather Lv Logo Monogram Embossed Tri Fold
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Miami, FL
- Blue monogram embossed exterior - Gold colored hardware - 3 Large gusseted compartments - Open compartment for bills - Zipped coin pocket - 2 Inside flat pockets - 12 Card sl...
Louis Vuitton Black Embossed leather wallet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Louis Vuitton black embossed calfskin leather wallet measures 3 3/4" in length and 6 1/2" in height.
Louis Vuitton Dark Brown Leather Monogram Embossed Bifold Wallet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Embody the very definition of sophistication and class with this bifold wallet from Louis Vuitton. The body of the wallet is made from dark brown leather that is monogram-embossed.
Louis Vuitton Twist Chain Wallet Limited Edition Lace Embossed Calfskin
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Height 5", Width 7.5", Depth 1.5", Strap Drop 19" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Twist Chain Wallet Limited Edition Lace Embossed Calfskin Exterio...
Louis Vuitton LV x NBA Soft Trunk Wearable Wallet Monogram Embossed Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Height 5", Width 9", Depth 2", Strap Drop 19-21" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: LV x NBA Soft Trunk Wearable Wallet Monogram Embossed ...
Louis Vuitton Coussin Pochette Monogram Embossed Lambskin
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Creasing on exterior, small indentations underneath flap, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Box, Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Height 5.5", Width 8", Depth 3...
Louis Vuitton Coussin Pochette Monogram Embossed Lambskin
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Creasing on exterior, small indentations underneath flap, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Box, Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Height 5.5", Width 8", Depth 3...
Louis Vuitton Coussin Pochette Monogram Embossed Lambskin
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Very good. Odor in interior. Creasing on exterior and underneath flap, minor wear on base corners and in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: With Strap Measureme...
Louis Vuitton Coussin Pochette Monogram Embossed Lambskin
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Very good. Odor in interior. Creasing on exterior and underneath flap, minor wear on base corners and in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: With Strap Measureme...
Louis Vuitton Coussin Pochette Monogram Embossed Lambskin
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Slight creasing on exterior, minor scuffs underneath flap, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag, Box, With Strap Measurements: Height 5.5", Width 8", Depth ...
Louis Vuitton Coussin Beltbag Monogram Embossed Lambskin
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Creasing on exterior and underneath flap, wear in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Box, Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 3", Height 4.5",...
Burberry Black Embossed Check Leather Continental Wallet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Ensure your essentials are in order with this Continental wallet from Burberry. Crafted using black embossed leather, the wallet for women has a well-designed interior to neatly carr...
Beige embossed patent leather Louis Vuitton Vernis Lafayette Street coin purse
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Irvine, CA
Beige embossed patent leather Louis Vuitton Vernis Lafayette Street coin purse bracelet with gold-tone hardware, tan leather trim, single flap pocket at front and buckle closure. 22...
Louis Vuitton Vanity Handbag Monogram Ink Embossed Lambskin PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Creasing, minor wear and scuffs on exterior, light wear and small marks underneath flap and in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Keys, Lock, Clochette, ...
Louis Vuitton Vanity Handbag Monogram Ink Embossed Lambskin PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Creasing, minor wear and scuffs on exterior, light wear and small marks underneath flap and in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Keys, Lock, Clochette, ...
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H 6.11 in W 0.6 in L 3.15 in
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Embossed Puffy Leather Coussin iPhone 12/12Pro Case
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Louis Vuitton Coussin iPhone 12/12Pro case from the brand's Cruise 2022 Collection is made of monogram-embossed leather and it has a puffy, cushion-style effect. The case is atta...
Louis Vuitton LV x NBA Cloakroom Dopp Kit Printed Monogram Embossed Leath
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Minor wear on base corners, light wear and small marks in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 1-4", Height 5", Wi...
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H 5.5 in W 9 in D 2 in
Louis Vuitton LV x NBA Soft Trunk Wearable Wallet Monogram Embossed Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Box, Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Height 5.5", Width 9", Depth 2" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: LV x NBA Soft Trunk Wearable Wallet Monogram Embossed Leather Exte...
Vintage LOUIS VUITTON Brown Monogram Canvas Speedy 30, Most popular Mini Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
A Vintage Louis Vuitton logo-printed Louis Vuitton Speedy 30 with leather trim with bring a touch of heritage luxury wherever you carry it. Over all Excellent condition for a vintag...
Hermes Birkin 25 Rouge Exotic Lizard Bag Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
The Hermès Birkin 25 is presented here in Rouge Exotique lizard, a softened red tone that balances vibrancy with restraint. The color offers presence while remaining versatile, makin...
$360Sale Price|25% Off
H 10 in W 2.5 in L 8.5 in
Vintage GUCCI Calfskin Leather Mini Book Tote Bag Black
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI mini book tote is crafted of smooth calfskin leather in black and black enameled hardware. Top zipper closure opens to a black nubuck leather interior featuring a ...
Vintage LOEWE Anagram Leather Boston Bag 35 Camel
By Loewe
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage LOEWE Anagram boston bag is crafted of large-grained calfskin leather in camel trimmed with smooth calfskin leather in brown featuring gold toned hardware and rolled lea...
1980s Vintage GUCCI Pigskin Leather Document Clutch Bag Brown Large
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI business clutch bag is crafted of pigskin leather in brown featuring gold toned hardware. Front flap combination lock closure opens to a beige pigskin leather inte...
$385Sale Price|30% Off
H 6 in W 2.5 in L 9 in
1970s Vintage GUCCI Leather Shoulder Bag Kiss-Lock Black
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI shoulder/crossbody bag is crafted of smooth calfskin leather in black featuring gold toned hardware and a double leather strap. Top kiss-lock closure opens to a be...
$149Sale Price|20% Off
Genny Vintage bag size Unique
By Genny
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Vintage Leather Brown color With fringes Internal zip pocket Cm 40 x 30 x 10 (15.7 x 11.8 x 3.9 inches)
GUCCI Pink Coated Canvas Shopper Tote Bag
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This GUCCI shopper tote is crafted of coated canvas in pink. This shopper tote opens to a spacious un-lined interior which makes in very lightweight. It is the perfect tote for carry...
Louis Vuitton 1999 Vintage Monogram Vernis Bedford Handbag Mint Green
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Vernis Bedford Handbag is crafted with the signature LV monogram embossed on smooth patent leather. The eye-catching mint green patent exterior, sp...
$160Sale Price|20% Off
Fendi Maxi pochette size Unique
By Fendi
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Vintage Textile Fuchsia color Golden boule Zip closure Cm 33 x 25 (12.99 x 9.84 inches)
Gucci Brown Nappa Duchessa Large Boston Bag
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Indulge in luxury with the Gucci Duchessa Boston Bag. Handcrafted from rich dark brown leather, this bag features top handles and a spacious interior with three pockets for your esse...
1970s Vintage Web Stripe Necessaire Clutch by Gucci
By Gucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An authentic 1970s vintage necessaire clutch, originally part of the esteemed Gucci Parfums collection. This charming and versatile piece embodies the sophisticated yet accessible lu...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Grand Palais Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Louis Vuitton Monogram Grand Palais Handbag showcases classic dark brown monogram canvas paired with natural leather rolled handles for a refined look. Featuring gold-tone hardwa...
Rare GUCCI Iconic Golden GG Monogram Beaded Bag Purse with Bamboo Handles
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
A limited edition bag by Gucci From the early 2000s years A signature piece in the famous GG Monogram Beautiful beaded Gucci bag in golden color Gucci Bamboo design handles and closu...
$562Sale Price|25% Off
H 6 in W 1.25 in L 8.25 in
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Beige Leather Chain Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR shoulder bag is crafted of grain-textured leather in beige. This vintage Dior features a gold toned chain that lets you carry it single and double chained...
1970s Vintage LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Sac Plat Tote Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bangkok, TH
This rare 1970s vintage LOUIS VUITTON Sac Plat is crafted of Louis Vuitton’s monogram canvas in brown and vachetta leather featuring brass hardware and exposed seams along the sides ...
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.
Vintage and designer wallets and small accessories, such as wristlets, belt bags, clutches and other compact items, can be the perfect accessory for a night out or running everyday errands.
The invention of paper money dates back to the 7th century in China, but, globally, it took a while to catch on. It wasn’t until 1690 in the United States that paper money could finally be printed and used to pay taxes, for example, following the General Court of Massachusetts’s order that a limited batch be produced to pay soldiers owing to a shortage of coins.
As paper money became more common, so too did carrying wallets. Coin purses were no longer the most convenient option for carrying cash.
Today, just as the world’s best-known luxury houses are celebrated for their iconic handbags and purses, brands such as Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Gucci, Chanel and others offer a sweeping array of sophisticated wallets and small accessories for any event. While wallets seem to be getting smaller and the role of cash is dwindling, we simply cannot live without our bags and bag-like accessories. More options have emerged for carrying our essentials, with cardholders, pouches and belt bags made of nylon and leather gaining popularity in recent years.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and designer wallets and small accessories.
The Japanese artist is one of many creators with whom the French fashion house has partnered to impressive effect.
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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.