Louis Vuitton Blue Nautical Rope Bangle Bracelet Cruise 2010 Gold Grommets
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exclusive Louis Vuitton bracelet is from the Limited Edition Louis Vuitton 2010 Cruise
Louis Vuitton Blue Nautical Rope Bangle Bracelet Cruise 2010 Gold Grommets
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exclusive Louis Vuitton bracelet is from the Limited Edition Louis Vuitton 2010 Cruise
Louis Vuitton Embellished Grommets Black Leather Beret Hat With Box
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Company-Louis Vuitton Model-Embellished Grommets Black Leather Beret Hat With Box Color-Black
Louis Vuitton Black Patent Rhapsody Grommet Flats Size IT 38
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
both shoes with abrasions to the leather on this used Louis Vuitton designer resale item. These shoes
LOUIS VUITTON Size 8 Blue Monogram Denim Gold Grommet OASIS Flats
By Louis Vuitton
Located in San Francisco, CA
LOUIS VUITTON "Oasis" ballet flats come in blue monogram pattern denim with gold tone grommets
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H 7 in W 9.5 in D 3 in
Louis Vuitton Twist Handbag Limited Edition Grommet Embellished Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Twist Handbag Limited Edition Grommet Embellished Leather MM, crafted from black
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H 7 in W 9 in D 3.5 in
Louis Vuitton Twist Handbag Limited Edition Grommet Embellished Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Twist Handbag Limited Edition Grommet Embellished Leather MM, crafted from black
Louis Vuitton Twist Handbag Limited Edition Grommet Embellished Leather M
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
", Width 9", Depth 4", Strap Drop 22" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Twist Handbag Limited Edition Grommet
Louis Vuitton Twist Handbag Limited Edition Grommet Embellished Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
", Height 7", Width 9", Depth 4", Strap Drop 22" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Twist Handbag Limited
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H 6.7 in W 3.55 in L 9.06 in
Louis Vuitton Black Leather Limited Edition Grommet Embellished Twist MM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
as a crossbody or hung on the shoulder. While the black shade and grommet embellishments elevate its
Louis Vuitton Monogram Handbag Dark Brown Tivoli Bag With Leather Trim
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Portland, OR
grommets labeled Louis Vuitton. There is one large interior pocket, and two smaller pockets. The interior
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.
1stDibs dealers discuss the challenges of this unprecedented time, and the signs of hope.
When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.