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LOUIS VUITTON Vachetta leather gold HT foil stamp luggage tag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON Vachetta leather gold HT foil stamp luggage tag Reference: BSHW/A00133 Brand: Louis Vuitton Material: Leather Color: Nude, Gold Pattern: Solid Closure: Belt Made in: Fr...
$25,894
H 23.23 in W 35.44 in D 20.87 in
1900's All Leather Louis Vuitton Trunk, Vuitton Steamer Trunk 90cm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Underneath, it is also all leather with Louis Vuitton stamps. This particularly rare to find all-leather Louis Vuitton trunk and the quality of this example is superb.
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$1,140Sale Price|50% Off
rare LOUIS VUITTON Street Shopper PM metallic gold silver woven leather tote bag
By Marc Jacobs, Louis Vuitton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
Louis Vuitton stamp print at front. Beige patent trim piping and handle.
Louis Vuitton Oh Really Peep Toe Platform Pumps Black EU 38 US 7.5 - New
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Featuring a sleek silhouette, peep toe front, and dramatic stiletto heel with platform, these pumps are elevated by the signature gold-tone LV padlock detail at the heel—a bold state...
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H 7.75 in W 4 in L 12 in
Louis Vuitton Havane Stamped Trunk Bowler Pm 224705 Gray Suede Leather Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: LM0076 Made In: Spain Measurements: Length: 12" Width: 4" Height: 7.75" Handle drop: 4" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B) Retail $1895 Signs of Wear: Exter...
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H 45 in W 22 in D 17 in
Antique Louis Vuitton Leather Steamer Wardrobe Trunk Goyard era Purse suitcase
Located in Carmel-by-the-sea, CA
Trunk measures in inches 17 x 22 x 45. This gorgeous Louis Vuitton"Leather" trunk features stamped LV brass locks, LV stamped brass studs, leather corners and it's original leather s...
LOUIS VUITTON Vachetta leather gold HT foil stamp luggage tag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON Vachetta leather gold HT foil stamp luggage tag Reference: BSHW/A00133 Brand: Louis Vuitton Material: Leather Color: Nude, Gold Pattern: Solid Closure: Belt Made in: Fr...
Louis Vuitton Havane Stamped Trunk Bowler Pm 224705 Gray Suede Leather Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: LM0076 Made In: Spain Measurements: Length: 12" Width: 4" Height: 7.75" Handle drop: 4" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B) Retail $1895 Signs of We...
All Leather Extra Large Louis Vuitton Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Underneath, it is also all leather with Louis Vuitton stamps. Its particularly rare to find all-leather Louis Vuitton trunks and the quality of this example is superb.
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LOUIS VUITTON Lavender Leather LTD Edition "Cinema Intrigue" Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Louis Vuitton Lavender Leather LTD Edition "Cinema Intrigue" Frame Bag RT - $4,370 Age: 2010 Made In Italy Materials: Leather Stamped: "LOUIS VUITTON" "PARIS" "MADE IN ITALY" Da...
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H 18.51 in W 31.89 in D 18.12 in
1920's-1930's Louis Vuitton Trunk in Monogram, 80 cm Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features hand painted stenciled monogram canvas, deep chocolate color leather trim, Louis Vuitton stamped solid brass locks, clasps and studs ...
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Louis Vuitton NEW Black Multicolor Wedge Sandals w/ Leather Trim sz 39
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Louis Vuitton New Black Multicolor Wedges with Leather Trim and Bow Made in Italy c. 2004 Insole stamped "LOUIS VUITTON" "PARIS" Leather stamped "MADE IN ITALY" ...
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H 9 in D 1 in L 11 in
Louis Vuitton Monceau 28 Black Epi Leather Shoulder Crossbody Bag, France 1992.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Interior opens to matching black taiga leather and Louis Vuitton heat stamp to opening of bag below zipped pocket with date code to adjacent corner side of VI0972, for France 1992.
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H 10.63 in W 13 in D 4.73 in
rare LOUIS VUITTON Street Shopper PM metallic gold silver woven leather tote bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
Louis Vuitton stamp print at front. Beige patent trim piping and handle.
LOUIS VUITTON CRUISE BULLES MM HOBO BAG
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Interior leather label stamped in gold with "LOUIS VUITTON" and "INVENTEUR".
LOUIS VUITTON Denim Monogram Thong Sandals-Sz 10
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Louis Vuitton Denim Monogram Thong Sandals-Sz 10 Made in Italy Materials: leather, denim Side buckles on leather Stamped "LOUIS VUITTON MADE IN ITALY" Outers...
Limited Edition Louis Vuitton North South Sunshine Express Sequin Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Authenticity Details: Interior Louis Vuitton heat stamp tag. Material(s): Vachetta leather handles and trim, Sequin monogrammed canvas, Silver plated matte hardware.
Limited Edition Louis Vuitton North South Sunshine Express Sequin Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Authenticity Details: Interior Louis Vuitton heat stamp tag. Material(s): Vachetta leather handles and trim, Sequin monogrammed canvas, Silver plated matte hardware.
Louis Vuitton Mini Monogram Initial Keepall Bag W. Rope Rt.$2, 070
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Interior is lined in brown fabric with one zippered pocket piped in leather. Stamped LOUIS VUITTON PARIS made in France Blind stamp reads MB0015 Handle Drop: 4"Strap Drop: 2...
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H 37.8 in W 21.66 in D 11.82 in
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Wardrobe Trunk, Louis Vuitton Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Unusual and top of the range Louis Vuitton trunk, all black epi leather, black leather trim, Louis Vuitton stamped solid brass studs, clasps and main lock. 2 leather handles, one on...
Leather
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H 10.24 in W 5.52 in L 14.97 in
Louis Vuitton Brown/Black Suede And Leather Havana Stamped Trunk GM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Let this limited edition Stamped Trunk bag from Louis Vuitton add the touch of luxury to your style!
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H 10.24 in W 5.52 in L 14.97 in
Louis Vuitton Brown/Black Suede And Leather Havana Stamped Trunk GM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Let this limited edition Stamped Trunk bag from Louis Vuitton add the touch of luxury to your style!
Louis Vuitton Grey Suede and Leather Limited Edition Havane Stamped Trunk GM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Let this limited-edition Havane Stamped Trunk bag from Louis Vuitton add a touch of luxury to your style!
Louis Vuitton That's Love Canvas Metallic PM Tote Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Boca Raton, FL
On the back of the bag you will see the gold patent leather embossed Louis Vuitton stamping. The patent leather have visible scratch marks on the gold fabric.
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H 7.68 in W 3.94 in L 12.01 in
Louis Vuitton Havane Suede and Leather Stamped Trunk Bowler PM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Displaying exquisite craftsmanship, this fabulous bag will certainly live up to your expectations. Featuring a chic design, it is made from luxe materials and has a roomy interior fo...
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Ivory + Gold Vintage 80s One Piece Swimsuit
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and classic early 1980s YVES SAINT LAURENT ivory / off-white and gold seashell print one piece halter swimsuit / bodysuit! Features a flattering ruched waist that hides any...
Library of Antique Leatherbound Books
Located in Brønshøj, DK
This collection consists of 400 antique decorative books, mainly dating from 1850–1950, with most published before 1920. The books are bound in leather, many with fine gold leaf embo...
Gold Leaf
$115,739
H 240 in W 552 in D 120 in
Mid-Victorian Moorish wrought & cast iron pergola or decorative garden structure
Located in London, GB
A monumental Moorish mid-Victorian wrought iron Pergola or Decorative Garden Structure, a unique masterpiece in High Victorian Ironwork design. Our research confirms it is French, da...
Wrought Iron
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...
ROBERTO CAVALLI 2005 Vintage Silk Runway Mini Dress Coral Leopard
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Roberto Cavalli SS05 Vintage Runway Leopard and Coral Print Popover style 100% silk Size Small Excellent Vintage Condition, minor feeling of wear FINAL SALE
Christian Dior Coral Silk Vintage Rose Petal Mini Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Christian Dior Coral Silk Vintage Rose Petal Mini Saddle Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1199 Brand: Christian Dior Model: Mini Saddle Bag Type: Top Handle Serial Number: 09BM-005...
EPIC John Galliano Evening Gown Black Silk Dress FW 08/09
By John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
This black silk evening gown by John Galliano, from his Fall/Winter 08/09 Collection is one of those moments: a love letter to the art of couture at its most theatrical and refined. ...
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Runway Structured Silk Military Blazer F/W 2004
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Berlin, DE
An exceptionally rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche structured silk blazer from the Fall/Winter 2004 runway collection, one of the most iconic seasons of Ford’s tenure ...
$14,297
Size: FR42 - UK14 - US10
Christian Dior by John Galliano Lamb & Twill Jacquard Cropped Jacket, FW 2006
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior by John Galliano cropped jacket from the Fall-Winter 2006 collection in deep burgundy. Constructed with hair-on lamb forming a wide shawl collar and overlapping front ...
$38,125
Size: FR38 - IT42 - UK10 - US6
Gucci by Tom Ford Aqua Blue Dyed Fox Fur Oversized Coat, FW 1997
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in London, GB
Gucci by Tom Ford, Fall-Winter 1997. Oversized, mid-thigh coat in dyed aqua fox, cut with a collarless deep V front, dropped shoulders and long straight sleeves. ▪ Brand: Gucci ▪ C...
Christian Dior John Galliano 1999 Floral Print Bias Cut Ruffle Slip Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 1999 floral print bias cut silk chiffon dress. Hand rolled silk chiffon spaghetti straps with draped off the shoulder chiffon details, fitted bi...
BALENCIAGA BY NICOLAS GHESQUIÈRE FW 06 Iconic and rare tartan cropped coat
By Balenciaga
Located in Milano, MILANO
Iconic and rare Fall Winter 2006 tartan cropped coat by Balenciaga by Nicolas Guesquière Stand-away collar Rounded sleeves 100% wool
$49,018
Size: FR38 - UK10 - US6
John Galliano Midnight Blue Crepe-Backed Satin Strapless Draped Dress, FW 1995
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
Evening dress designed by John Galliano for his Fall-Winter 1995 collection, constructed from midnight blue crepe-backed satin. The strapless, columnar silhouette is precisely shaped...
Gucci by Tom Ford F/W 2002 Black Shearling Belted Leather Fur Coat IT38
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Berlin, DE
An iconic piece from the Fall/Winter 2002 Gucci collection by Tom Ford, this black shearling leather jacket exemplifies Ford’s signature sensual yet structured aesthetic. Crafted in ...
Dolce & Gabbana Python Lace-Up Corset Dress, SS 2005
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
This Dolce & Gabbana corset dress from the Spring-Summer 2005 collection is constructed entirely from natural python skin, cut to a form-fitting silhouette with a straight neckline a...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Mink & Lambskin Trench Coat, FW 2005
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior by John Galliano trench-inspired coat from the Fall-Winter 2005 collection, in camel mink with lambskin leather trims and structural panels, fully lined in silk. The d...
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.
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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.
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