$5,000
H 14 in D 14.5 in
Louis Vuitton French Company Round Hat Box Wig Case Monogram Travel Bag Vintage
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Louis Vuitton/French Co monogram luggage tag (no keys included). Perfect for travel, the Louis
Louis Vuitton Sac Weekend GM in Monogram Canvas, The French Co.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
. Unsigned, likely made by the French Co, a US collaboration with Vuitton in the period. Completely, fully
$1,320
H 12.5 in D 5 in L 15 in
1970s Louis Vuitton x French Luggage Co Monogram Tote Bag Carry On for Saks
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Travel in timeless style with this authentic vintage 1970s Louis Vuitton x The French Luggage Co
Vintage Rare Louis Vuitton French Co Short Garment Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Lake Park, FL
This is a rare vintage Louis Vuitton French Company short length garment travel Deep multi hanger
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H 9.84 in W 11 in L 13.3 in
Louis Vuitton (Ultra Rare) French Co 870586 Brown Coated Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 13.3 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 34 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.84 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 25 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 11.0 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 28 cm(approx) ...
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H 10.2 in W 6.69 in L 6.69 in
Louis Vuitton Bucket Monogram Pm Usa French Co 867846 Brown Coated Canvas Tote
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 9.05 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 23 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 10.2 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 26 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 6.69 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 17 cm(approx) ...
Louis Vuitton French Co Monogram Marais Bucket GM Tote Bag 121lv51
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton French Co Monogram Marais Bucket GM Tote Bag 121lv51 Made In: U.S.A Measurements
Louis Vuitton French Co Monogram Marais Bucket GM Tote Bag 218LV0
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: U.S.A Measurements: Length: 13" Width: 8" Height: 13.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 7" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Tyvek Tag Present but Detached Signs of...
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H 13.5 in W 8 in L 12 in
Louis Vuitton French Co USA Vintage Monogram Marais Bucket GM Tote Bag 58lz429s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: U.S.A Measurements: Length: 12" Width: 8" Height: 13.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 8" OVERALL FAIR+ CONDITION ( 6.5/10 or BC ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Canvas: Very Minor C...
Louis Vuitton French Company Monogram Round Hat Box Wig Case Travel Bag 1970s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Louis Vuitton/French Co monogram luggage tag (no keys included). Perfect for travel, the Louis Vuitton
Louis Vuitton Ultra Rare French Co USA Keepall 119lv58
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Ultra Rare French Co USA Keepall 119lv58 Made In: U.S.A Measurements: Length: 17.5
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H 7.5 in W 2.75 in L 11 in
Louis Vuitton Vintage French Co Monogram Bandouliere Crossbody Bag 1222lv26
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Vintage French Co Monogram Bandouliere Crossbody Bag 1222lv26 Made In: U.S.A
Louis Vuitton Vintage French Co. Made in USA Monogram Large Bucket Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
chain. Louis Vuitton French Company tag inside. The French Company is a US luggage maker. Back in 1970's
Louis Vuitton Vintage French Co. Made in USA Monogram Small Bucket Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
with a removable pouch. Louis Vuitton French Company tag inside. The French Company is a US luggage
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H 8 in W 6.5 in L 12.5 in
Louis Vuitton Vintage French Co USA Monogram Speedy 30 Boston Bag 1123LV24
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Vintage French Co USA Monogram Speedy 30 Boston Bag 1123LV24 Made In: U.S.A
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H 13 in D 7.5 in L 16 in
Vintage Louis Vuitton Tote Bag Travel Carry On Monogram Canvas French Co. 1970s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
license by Louis Vuitton, most likely in the late 1970s. Made from their signature monogram canvas, it
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H 9 in D 9 in L 16 in
Louis Vuitton The French Co. Saks Monogram Train Case Vanity Travel Bag, 1970s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
special license from Louis Vuitton, long before LV had a boutique presence in the USA. These LV x FC bags
Louis Vuitton by The French Co Monogram Bucket Bag Tote and Coin Purse, 1970s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This unique monogram canvas and leather bucket bag was made for Louis Vuitton by The French Company
Vintage Louis Vuitton French Co Train Case Vanity Beauty Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned, vintage Louis Vuitton x French Company Monogram Train Case Carry On Bag, early
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H 9.26 in W 6.01 in L 10.01 in
1970s LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Bucket Bag - Under Special License to the French Co
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bangkok, TH
always been in France, but Louis Vuitton simply could not keep up with tits growing market in the US. For
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H 12.5 in D 6.25 in L 14.5 in
Louis Vuitton Carry On Bag Travel Tote Monogram Canvas & Leather French Co 1970s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
. Tagged LOUIS VUITTON UNDER SPECIAL LICENSE TO THE FRENCH COMPANY. Note that this bag has been
Louis Vuitton for The French Co. 50cm Boite Chapeaux Round Hat Box Rare
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Louis Vuitton for The French Company, also labeled Saks Fifth Ave. 50cm Boite Chapeaux, round hat
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H 10 in D 8 in L 18 in
Louis Vuitton Large Duffel Bag Overnight Travel Keepall Rare French Co w/Strap
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
. Inner TYVEK patch states LOUIS VUITTON UNDER SPECIAL LICENSE TO THE FRENCH COMPANY. It measures 18in L x
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H 13 in D 7.5 in L 16 in
Louis Vuitton Carry On Bag Luggage Tote Monogram Canvas French Co. Saks 70s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
LOUIS VUITTON UNDER SPECIAL LICENSE TO THE FRENCH COMPANY and SAKS FIFTH AVENUE. Authenticated by
Louis Vuitton x French Luggage Co Sac Plat Tote Bag Monogram Canvas Vintage
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned, vintage Louis Vuitton x French Company Sac Plat Tote Bag in monogram canvas w
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H 9 in D 9 in L 15 in
Louis Vuitton Train Case Vanity Bag French Co Monogram Travel Carry On 1970s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This fabulous train case or vanity was made by The French Company for Louis Vuitton, most likely in
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H 15 in D 7 in L 16 in
Louis Vuitton Monogram Travel Bag Carry On Shoulder Bag French Co New Old Stock
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
1970s for Louis Vuitton under special license by The French Luggage Company, this fabulous carry on bag
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H 9 in D 9 in L 15 in
Louis Vuitton Monogram Train Case Vanity Travel Bag Saks French Co Carry On 70s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This fabulous train case or vanity was made by The French Company for Louis Vuitton and sold by
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H 13.5 in D 5 in L 15 in
Louis Vuitton x The French Luggage Co Diaper Bag Satchel Travel Carry On Vintage
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned, late 70s Louis Vuitton x French Luggage Company diaper bag carry on travel bag
$175Sale Price|30% Off
Size: French 36 (Best Fits US 2-4)
Thierry Mugler Silk Animal Leopard Print Top, C.1990
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Atlanta, GA
Purrrr-fection! This Thierry Mugler C.1990 silk top is loaded with feline details beyond the animal print. It snaps at the back with an hourglass silhouette which nips at the waist...
CARMEN MARC VALVO 90's Vintage Silver Beaded Evening Gown Bridal Wedding Dress
By Carmen Marc Valvo
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Carmen Marc Valvo Vintage 1990's Silver / Grey / Icy cool toned Delicate floral beaded pattern Looks like liquid silk, but it's not silk Sexy square neckline Size USA 12 - easily tai...
Dolce & Gabbana Vintage 1990's Sheer Open Knit Crochet Fishnet Black Maxi Dress
Located in Naples, FL
Dolce & Gabbana Vintage 1990's Sheer Open Knit Crochet Fishnet Black Maxi Dress M/L Dolce & Gabbana vintage dress featuring V-neck, button closures at center front neckline and open...
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...
Iconic extremely rare Tom Ford for Gucci Damask « Dragon » purse FW 2004
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in NICE, FR
The iconic «Dragon» handbags in alligator skin and the incredibly beautiful velvet with gold dusting from the era of Tom Ford at Gucci. Fall Winter 2004 collection. Material: exter...
Alexander McQueen New Cashmere "DANTE" A/W 1996 Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black cashmere blend mini dress with a dramatic stand up collar from Alexander McQueen. It is double breasted with a stand up lapel collar which frames the face beautifull...
John Galliano for Christian Dior One Shoulder Silk Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful ethereal one shoulder dress from Christian Dior comprised of layers of semi sheer black silk over an opaque silk under dress. It has one shoulder with 2 panels of softly...
Paco Rabanne Gold Chain Cocktail Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Never worn Paco Rabanne Gold chain link sleeveless cocktail dress. New with tag. In excellent condition. Fit size 4-6
LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Couture Hand-Beaded Silk Embellished Evening Gown
Located in Leonardo, NJ
wedding / bridal / bride Les Habitudes Couture Vintage 1990's Entirely hand-made in England 100% silk Size Medium but fits like a XS/S Excellent Condition, no flaws Measurements in i...
PAMELA DENNIS 2001 Vintage Gunmetal Silver Evening Gown Maxi Dress
By Pamela Dennis
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Pamela Dennis Evenings 2001 Vintage Metallic gunmetal silver Size USA 12 Pristine condition Measurements in inches laying flat: length 57, pit to pit 17, smallest of waist 17 Final...
$9,624Sale Price|20% Off
H 7.49 in D 1.19 in L 8.47 in
Hermès Vintage Sequana Bag Magic Purple Blue Porosus Crocodile Golden Hdw RARE
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Absolutely Stunning Authentic Hermès Vintage Bag "Séquana" This bag is magic! Depending on the weather, the light, your outfit, its color changes! It will sometimes look purple, s...
BADGLEY MISCHKA 1997 Vintage Runway Navy Blue Evening Gown
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Runway FW97 Navy blue velvet with beads and crystals Size USA 6 Excellent condition, no flaws Measurements in inches laying flat: length 55, pit to pit 16 to...
Gucci Faux Fur Coat with Contrast Colored Tips IT 44
By Gucci
Located in Brossard, QC
Gucci Faux Fur Coat with Contrast Colored Tips White and violet faux-fur Long sleeves Crew-neck Side pockets Hook front closure Oversized style Made with a soft blend of 60% modacryl...
Maison Martin Margiela Trompe LOeil ReEdition Tunic Faux Sequin Gown, 2023
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Maison Margiela collaboration with H&M. This is a re-edition of Margiela's original Trompe L'oeil 1996 Printed Sequin Dress. Soft and cool viscose tunic dress with a photo print of a...
NWT's ARMANI COLLEZIONI 2011 Vintage Silk Embellished Evening Gown Maxi Dress
By Armani Collezioni
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Armani Collezioni Vintage 2011 100% silk Jet black, I changed the contrast to better see details Black onyx crystals Invisible zip at back Knot front cut-out Size IT44 Pristine with ...
Issac Mizrahi New Crochet Cardigan with Appliques and Bead Trim 1990s
By Isaac Mizrahi
Located in Water Mill, NY
A very pretty black crochet cardigan from Issac Mizrahi. It has long sleeves, applique matching crochet flowers around the neck, front, hem and on the sleeves. There are black glass ...
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.