A 2000s Louis Vuitton Brown House's Signature Monogram Canvas Luco Tote Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco tote bag is a classic, structured everyday piece meticulously crafted from the house's signature Monogram coated canvas.
Louis Vuitton Monogram Luco Zip Tote Bag 914lv47
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: SR0929 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 17.5" Width: 4" Height: 11.75" Shoulder Handle Drop: 10" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of We...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Luco Zip Tote Bag 831lv54
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: LW0040 Made In: Spain Measurements: Length: 18" Width: 4" Height: 11.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 10.5" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear:...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Luco Zip Shoulder Bag 37lk613s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: LW0040 Made In: Spain Measurements: Length: 17" Width: 4" Height: 11.75" Shoulder Handle Drop: 10.5" OVERALL GOOD+ CONDITION ( 7.25/10 or B+ ) Signs of ...
Louis Vuitton Luco Monogram Canvas Large Tote Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Luco large tote crafted in canvas monogram.
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Luco Tote Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton Luco Tote Bag in timeless monogram canvas.
Louis Vuitton Luco Tote Shopping Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Vintage LV bag Vintage Monogram canvas Brown color Beige vacchetta double handles with little dischromias Internal alcantara lining One internal pocket with zip closure Other four po...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Luco Zip Tote Bag 920lv50
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: LM0050 Made In: Spain Measurements: Length: 17" Width: 4" Height: 11.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 10" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Signs ...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Luco Zip Tote Shoulder Bag 63lz418s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Monogram Luco Zip Tote Shoulder Bag 63lz418s Date Code/Serial Number: FL0052 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 17.5" Width: 4" Height: 11.5" Shoulder Handle Drop...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Luco Structured Zip Tote bag 1210lv37
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: SR0959 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 17" Width: 4" Height: 11.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 9.75" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Signs of...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Luco Zip Tote Shoulder Bag 83lv225s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: SR0969 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 17" Width: 4" Height: 12" Shoulder Handle Drop: 10" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Signs of ...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Luco Zip Tote Shoulder Bag 75lk422s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Monogram Luco Zip Tote Shoulder Bag 75lk422s Date Code/Serial Number: SR1000 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 17.5" Width: 4" Height: 11.5" Shoulder Handle Drop...
LOUIS VUITTON brown Monogram Canvas LUCO TOTE Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
Louis Vuitton 'Luco' tote in classic brown Monogram Canvas. Opens with a zipper on top and is lined in beige microfibre with one zipper pocket against the back and threr open pockets...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Luco Zip Tote Bag 862866
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
GOOD CONDITION (7/10 or B) (Outside) rubs on the leather parts (Handle) Minor crack at bottom of handle (Shoulder) partially scratches and partially crack discoloration on the to...
Louis VUITTON Luco Leather Beige Monogram Canvas Tote, Brown
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
This chic tote is crafted of LOUIS VUITTON monogram canvas and has been lightly used .The bag is in good condition. A now-discontinued style, the bag features tall, vachetta leather ...
Louis VUITTON Luco Leather Beige Monogram Canvas Tote, Brown, (Size One Size)
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
This chic tote is crafted of LOUIS VUITTON monogram canvas and has been lightly used .The bag is in excellent condition. A now-discontinued style, the bag features tall, vachetta lea...
Louis Vuitton Luco Tote Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Slight wear on handles and interior. Accessories: Dust bag. Measurements: Handle Drop 10", Height 11.5", Width 15", Depth 3.5" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Luco Tote Monogram...
Louis Vuitton Luco Tote Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Tote Monogram Canvas is a classic tote design crafted with the brand's iconic LV monogram leather print.
Louis Vuitton Luco Tote Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Tote Monogram Canvas is a classic tote design crafted with the brand's iconic LV monogram leather print.
Louis Vuitton Luco Tote Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Tote Monogram Canvas is a classic tote design crafted with the brand's iconic LV monogram leather print.
Louis Vuitton Luco Tote Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Tote Monogram Canvas is a classic tote design crafted with the brand's iconic LV monogram leather print.
Louis Vuitton Luco Tote Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Tote Monogram Canvas is a classic tote design crafted with the brand's iconic LV monogram leather print.
Louis Vuitton Luco Tote Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Tote Monogram Canvas is a classic tote design crafted with the brand's iconic LV monogram leather print.
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Luco Tote Bag Gm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Color: Brown monogram print Material: Coated canvas with vachetta leather details Date code: SD0032 Year: 2002 Condition: Good/fair. Stain marks to the interior alcantara lining. Wat...
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Canvas Leather Luco Tote Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Irvine, CA
Brown and tan monogram coated canvas Louis Vuitton Luco tote with gold-tone hardware, tan vachetta leather trim, dual flat shoulder straps, beige Alcantara lining, five pockets at in...
Louis Vuitton Luco Monogram Cavas Large Tote Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Luco large tote crafted in canvas monogram.
Louis Vuitton Luco Monogram Cavas Large Tote Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Luco large tote crafted in canvas monogram.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
Louis Vuitton Luco Monogram Canvas Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas, crafted in brown monogram coated canvas, features dual flat leather handles and gold-tone hardware. Its zip closure opens to a beige ...
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas, crafted in brown monogram coated canvas, features dual flat leather handles and gold-tone hardware. Its zip closure opens to a beige ...
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas, crafted in brown monogram coated canvas, features dual flat leather handles and gold-tone hardware. Its zip closure opens to a beige ...
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Very good. Odor in interior. Slight creasing on exterior, darkening, wear and scuffs on leather trims and handles. Light wear and small marks in interior, scratches and ta...
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Good. Odor in interior. Slight creasing and wear on exterior and in interior, peeling on base corners, moderate darkening, wear, scuffs and watermarks on handles. Pen mark...
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Good. Odor in interior. Slight creasing and wear on exterior and in interior, peeling on base corners, moderate darkening, wear, scuffs and watermarks on handles. Pen mark...
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Minor wear, darkening, scuffs and watermarks on leather trims and handles. Peeling on handle wax edges, wear and small marks in interior, scratches on hardware Acc...
Sold
W 17.72 in D 4.34 in L 11.82 in
Vintage Authentic Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Canvas Luco Tote France LARGE
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Orlando, FL
The Luco features a monogram canvas body, flat leather straps, a top zip closure, and interior zip and slip pockets. It carries as B condition rating. Inclusions: This item does no...
Louis Vuitton Luco Monogram Canvas Large Tote Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Luco large tote crafted in canvas monogram.
Louis Vuitton Luco Monogram Cavas Large Tote Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Luco large tote crafted in canvas monogram.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Luco Handbag Monogram Canvas is a classic tote that displays fashion and functionality all rolled into one.
$1,161
H 9.45 in W 12.6 in D 5.32 in
Louis Vuitton Batignolles Vertical Monogram Coated Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Arnhem, NL
An authentic Louis Vuitton Batignolles vertical shoulder bag. The bag features an LV monogram canvas, Vachetta leather trim, and gold-toned hardware. The interior is lined with brown...
1960s Vintage Black Silk Satin Sequin + Beaded Bolero Jacket with 3/4 Sleeves
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous black silk satin bolero jacket with metallic multicolor beadwork and sequin embellishment. Fully lined with front hook closure. Silk satin outer with rayon lining. The marke...
$1,295
Size: US 4, GB 30, I 38, F 36, D 32
Christian Lacroix Vintage Strapless Floral Print Mini Dress with Raffia, 1990s
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Sparks, NV
Incredible vintage Christian Lacroix strapless mini dress with a floral print and black raffia embroidered lace. Sexy iconic Lacroix! Fully lined with zip closure. The marked size is...
$1,064Sale Price|30% Off
Chanel Y2K Quilted Mini Crossbody Half Moon Crossbody Sling Bag – Pink Leather
By Chanel
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Channel early-2000s luxury with this adorable Chanel Y2K mini crossbody bag. Crafted in pink quilted leather, this compact piece features the house's iconic diamond stitching, a gold...
Art Deco Lace Inserted Chemise Dress
Located in New York, NY
Charming Art Deco Lace Inserted Chemise Dress from the 1920's. Easy, slightly flared shape with multiple insertions of French lace throughout the silk chiffon panels. A handmade cors...
GUCCI Pink Exotic Crocodile Skin & Bamboo Long Wallet - Rare & Unique Color
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Precious leathers appear throughout the Gucci Exotics collection, their delicate textures add a unique note to the classic silhouette. Inside: 6 card slots and 1 bill compartments, ...
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...
Sold|$325
Size: Medium (Fits S-L)
1980s Jenny Lewis Vintage Metallic White Sequin + Pearl Beaded Dress Top/ Shirt
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1980s heavy silk dress top/ shirt entirely encrusted with tiny beads and sequins by Jenny Lewis. Fully lined with no closure (pulls on over the head). The marked size is Medi...
GUCCI TOM FORD small beaded bag S/S 2000
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Rubiera, RE
GUCCI TOM FORD collection S/S 2000 Small bag embroidered with camouflage-effect beads in blue and beige. It closes with a flap and magnetic button. Gold-tone metal rectangular link ...
Vintage Judith Leiber Red & Gold Obi Silk Convertible Clutch Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A regal creation from the legendary Judith Leiber, this vintage evening bag is crafted from exquisite Japanese obi silk—an opulent textile traditionally used in ceremonial kimonos. ...
$2,823
H 12 in W 9.5 in L 20.5 in
Hermes Vintage Herbag 50 Toile Ecru Natural Tan Leather Shoulder Carry On Duffle
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
- Beige coated canvas exterior - The exterior is toile and has been coated to prevent water stains. The exterior has a glazing water protectant to preserve the longevity of the bag. ...
$1,712
Size: UK 10 US 6
Vintage 1940s Red Crepe Silk Floral Beaded Evening Gown 1940s Dress US 6 UK 10
Located in Nashville, TN
This truly enchanting 1940's crepe silk gown, rendered in the most vibrant shade of vermilion red and embellished with gold lamé soutache embroidery surrounding floral beadwork in sh...
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Gold Floral Embellished Evening Bag Purse Clutch
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Gold hardware Floral embellished pattern Envelope style Excellent Condition, oxidation on the chain Measurements in inches laying flat: length 9, height 5 (4 ...
NWT Vintage Donna Karan Spring 2000 Feather Hem Sheer Mesh Sequin Camisole Top
By Donna Karan
Located in San Diego, CA
Approximately Size US 6 - 8 Measurements: 36 inch bust 34 inch waist A striking and ethereal new with tags Donna Karan New York camisole top from the iconic Spring 2000 collection, ...
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 ...
GUCCI Italy Brown Suede Blondie Clutch Bag c 1970s
By Gucci
Located in University City, MO
GUCCI Italy brown suede clutch bag c 1970s The stylish 1970s clutch is covered with light brown suede Accented with Gucci's subtle G.G. initials repeated throughout Adorned with m...
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.