Louis Vuitton Takeoff Sling Body Bag blue calf leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Louis Vuitton Takeoff Sling Body Bag Blue calf leather Its spare design and rich grained calf leather make the LV Aerogram Takeoff Sling a practical hands-free accessory for the fas...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Beaubourg MM Messenger Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This elegant and sleek Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Beaubourg MM Messenger Bag is perfect for the style conscious man or woman on the go.
Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Canvas Olav PM Messenger Bag N41442
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton Olav PM Messenger Bag. Perfect for the style man or woman.
Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Canvas Olav PM Messenger Bag N41442
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton Olav PM Messenger Bag. Perfect for the style man or woman.
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H 12.2 in W 3.5 in L 16.9 in
New Louis Vuitton " Mick MM " Damier Graphite Unisex Crossbody Messenger Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in San Diego, CA
New LOUIS VUITTON Limited Edition "Mick MM" in Damier Graphite! Can easily be worn by either a man or woman. Features: -Adjustable strap that can be worn across the body or over t...
Louis Vuitton Spencer Messenger Bag Damier
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Spencer Messenger Bag Damier is a sleek everyday messenger perfect for the style conscious man or woman on-the-go.
Louis Vuitton Spencer Messenger Bag Damier
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Spencer Messenger Bag Damier is an elegant and sleek everyday messenger perfect for the style conscious man or woman on-the-go.
Louis Vuitton Shelton Messenger Bag Damier MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Shelton Messenger Bag Damier MM is an elegant and sleek bag perfect for the style conscious man or woman on the go.
Louis Vuitton Shelton Messenger Bag Damier MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Shelton Messenger Bag Damier MM is an elegant and sleek bag perfect for the style conscious man or woman on the go.
Louis Vuitton Leoh Messenger Bag Damier Graphite
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Leoh Messenger Bag Damier Graphite is a sleek and elegant bag perfect for the style-conscious man or woman on the go.
Customized "Prince" Louis Vuitton District Messenger shoulder bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, IDF
In tribute to the legend of Pop music of American origin Prince (author of "Purple Rain"), PatBo paid tribute to him on this superb bag man Messenger District MM in checkered canvas ...
Louis Vuitton Fonzie Messenger shoulder bag in brown monogram leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, IDF
Gorgeous Bag Man Messenger Fonzie Ice Leather Imprint Monogram Brown 30 x 35 x 8 cm - 11.81 x 13.77 x 3.14 In (Length x Height x Width) Leather with embossed monogram brown Brown te...
Louis Vuitton Calypso Messenger Damier Infini Leather MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Calypso Messenger Damier Infini Leather MM first introduced during the brands Fall/Winter 2011/2012 Menswear Collection is perfect for the style consciou...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Eclipse Canvas Messenger PM Voyager
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Nicosia, CY
Inspired by the vintage school bag, the Messenger PM Voyager is fashioned in supple Monogram Eclipse canvas, which makes it very comfortable to carry. With two buckles fastener, conv...
Louis Vuitton Bass Bag Macassar Monogram Canvas GM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Bass Bag Macassar Monogram Canvas GM is perfect for the man or woman looking to keep the most important things close by. Crafted in brown macassar monogr...
Louis Vuitton Bass Bag Macassar Monogram Canvas MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Bass Bag Macassar Monogram Canvas MM is perfect for the man or woman looking to keep important things close by. Crafted in brown macassar monogram coated...
Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman on the go. Crafted from brown ebene coated canvas, this elegant bag features wide...
Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman on the go. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this elegant bag features wid...
Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman on the go. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this bag features wide canvas...
Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman on the go. Crafted from damier azur coated canvas, this elegant bag features a wi...
Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier is perfect for the style conscious man or woman on the go. Crafted from brown ebene coated canvas, this elegant bag features wide...
Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier is perfect for style conscious man or woman on the go. Crafted from damier azur coated canvas, this elegant bag features wide can...
Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman on the go. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this bag features wide canvas...
Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman on the go. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this elegant bag features wid...
Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier is perfect for style-conscious man or woman on the go. Crafted from damier azur coated canvas, this elegant bag features wide can...
Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman on the go. Crafted from brown ebene coated canvas, this elegant bag features wide...
Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier is perfect for style-conscious man or woman on the go. Crafted from damier azur coated canvas, this elegant bag features wide can...
Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier is perfect for the style conscious man or woman on the go. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this elegant bag features wid...
Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier is perfect for the style conscious man or woman on the go. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this chic bag features wide c...
Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman on the go. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this elegant bag features wid...
Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman on the go. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this bag features wide canvas...
Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier is perfect for the style conscious man or woman on the go. Crafted from brown ebene coated canvas, this elegant bag features wide...
Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman on the go. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this elegant bag features wid...
Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Naviglio Handbag Damier is perfect for the style conscious man or woman on the go. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this elegant bag features wid...
Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM is perfect for the style conscious man or woman. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this bag features adjustable textile han...
Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this bag features adjustable textile han...
Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this bag features an adjustable textile ...
Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this bag features an adjustable textile ...
Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM is perfect for the style conscious man or woman. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this bag features adjustable textile han...
Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this bag features an adjustable textile ...
Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this bag features an adjustable textile ...
Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this bag features an adjustable textile ...
Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this bag features an adjustable textile ...
Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this bag features an adjustable textile ...
Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this bag features an adjustable textile ...
Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM is perfect for the style conscious man or woman. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this bag features adjustable textile han...
Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM is perfect for the style conscious man or woman. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this bag features an adjustable textile ...
Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this bag features an adjustable textile ...
Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this bag features an adjustable textile ...
Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this bag features an adjustable textile ...
Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this bag features an adjustable textile ...
Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this bag features an adjustable textile ...
Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this bag features an adjustable textile ...
Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this bag features an adjustable textile ...
Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Olav Handbag Damier PM is perfect for the style-conscious man or woman. Crafted from damier ebene coated canvas, this bag features an adjustable textile ...
Louis Vuitton Thomas Handbag Damier Graphite
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Thomas Handbag Damier Graphite is the ideal bag for the man or woman who needs something compact and efficient. Crafted from damier graphite coated canva...
Louis Vuitton Thomas Handbag Damier Graphite
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Thomas Handbag Damier Graphite is the ideal bag for the man or woman who needs something compact and efficient. Crafted from damier graphite coated canva...
Louis Vuitton Thomas Handbag Damier Graphite
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Thomas Handbag Damier Graphite is the ideal bag for the man or woman who needs something compact and efficient. Crafted from damier graphite coated canva...
Louis Vuitton Damier Graphite canvas Porte-Documents Jour
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Nicosia, CY
New and never used. For the city-dwelling man, this is a highly practical bag, with its multiple carry options, its very practical zippered pocket in the front and enough room to ea...
Louis Vuitton Brooklyn MM Damier Ebene Messenger Bag Discontinued
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This style messenger bag has been discontinued by Louis Vuitton so now is your chance to own this awesome find!
Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Broadway
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint Charles, IL
MODEL - Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Broadway CONDITION - Very good and clean.
1940s Louis Vuitton Vintage Leather Wood Trunk from Saks New York
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
This stunning Cabin trunk by Louis Vuitton from Saks & Cy - Fifth Avenue - New York store features brass corners with leather trim, two brass closures and a keyed latch. The hand...
$4,550
H 8.3 in D 6.7 in L 11.8 in
Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Denim Patchwork Bandoulière Speedy Damier 30, 2019
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Denim Patchwork Bandoulière Speedy Damier 30, 2019. The iconic speedy was first introduced in the 1930's and was designed as an alternative for the larg...
$59,500
H 10.5 in W 19.5 in
Hermes Birkin 50 Limited Edition Endless Road Bleu De Prusse Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Aventura, FL
The Hermès Blue de Prusse Limited Edition Endless Road Birkin 50 Haute à Courroies is a remarkable fusion of artistry and craftsmanship. This exclusive piece from the 2019 Collection...
$378Sale Price|55% Off
Gucci Marmont Black Vintage Gold Metal Hardwear Oval GG belt bag
By Gucci
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Gucci Black Matelasse Leather GG Marmont Belt Bag This Gucci Marmont bag has been exquisitely crafted from black leather featuring the signature matelassé pattern all over and is eq...
LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Denim Jeans Travel Bag Weekender including Strap & Charm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Switzerland, CH
LIMITED EDITION - A rare gem by Louis Vuitton designed by Marc Jacobs Indigo blue distressed denim with the famous LV monogram "Bags and Trunks" on front with zip pocket Vachetta le...
GIA Certified 54.52 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond and Platinum Tennis Bracelet
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
The Ultimate Emerald Cut Tennis Bracelet Each stone weighing 2 carats each with GIA Certificates grading the stones D-F color and VS-VVS clarity. Set in Platinum. 7 inches. Weights...
Diamond, Platinum
Rare Dior by John Galliano limited edition 2005 Peccary leather Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Dior by John Galliano Limited edition 2005 collection (0008/1000 in the world) Peccary leather Saddle bag and sea green hardware. A true treasure, very good condition it comes w...
$4,319Sale Price|20% Off
H 7.5 in W 3.5 in L 13.5 in
Limited Edition Chanel Maxi Grey Rain Jacket Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel limited edition grey lambskin quilted maxi flap with silver tone hardware. Special edition with retractable rain jacket. Measurements: 13"L x 3"W x 7"H, shoulder drop, 10"/17"...
2000s Gucci GG Embossed Brown Leather Hysteria Handbag
By Gucci
Located in Arnhem, NL
Gucci Hysteria large handbag made of GG web embossed brown leather with the Gucci hysteria metal ornament. The interior is lined with the Gucci horsebit fabric, and next to the major...
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...
$4,016
H 13.39 in W 18.51 in D 10.63 in L 18.51 in
Large Louis Vuitton Bag, Large Louis Vuitton Duffle Bag, Vuitton Boston Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-ouen, FR
This bag is a very unusual model. Horizontally, it opens on a rigid compartment to put fragile items like make up, perfume bottles, after shave and so on. There is a separation betwe...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma BB Satchel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301061 Comes With LV Dust Bag Date 2020 RRP £1,430.00 Incl. Taxes / €1,550.00 Incl. Taxes / $1,820.00 Excl. Taxes Model Alma Serial Number SN2220 Metal Calfskin Condition Excel...
$6,934
H 14 in W 10 in L 18.5 in
Hermes Drag De Voyage Travel Bag Tan Brown Leather Carry On Luggage Top Handle
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
- Brown leather exterior - Silver colored hardware - No dustbag Condition: The bag is in overall great condition, has some minor discoloration on the piping throughout t...
GUCCI beige GG Supreme canvas & black leather HORSEBIT 1955 SOFT SMALL Bag
By Gucci
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Gucci Horsebit 1955 Soft Small shoulder bag is crafted in beige and dark brown GG Supreme canvas with black leather trim and contrasting white stitching. Showcasi...
LOUIS VUITTON black Monogram Emrpeinte leather VICTORINE Wallet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Louis Vuitton Victorine wallet in black Monogram Empreinte leather offers a perfect balance of elegance and practicality. Designed in an envelope style, it closes...
Vintage Louis Vuitton 'Sac Sport' monogram Boston bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Vintage Louis Vuitton 'Sac Sport' monogram Boston bag, executed in coated monogram canvas with leather trim, of dome form with a zippered compartment resting on top of a lower zipper...
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.
Stylish and practical, vintage and designer crossbody bags and messenger bags are ideal for all occasions, from lunch dates to errands to sunny afternoons in the park to formal affairs.
Messenger bags are a fashion staple. A shoulder bag that’s designed to be durable and lightweight, messenger bags offer comfort and convenience when carrying heavy items, and while their functionality is comparable to that of standard backpacks, you don’t have to take your bag off to get into its compartments and various zippered pockets. This is a sophisticated accessory — it sits flat against your body and provides easy access to your belongings at all times.
Our love for vintage handbags and purses goes back a long time. For as long as we’ve needed to carry around personal items to and from our homes, handbags of some fashion have been in our lives. Bag design evolved notably during the later Middle Ages to meet the needs of increasingly prosperous, sophisticated and diverse societies. As craftspeople grew in skill, and the choice of materials and dyes increased, the bags’ exteriors were embellished to please the eye and signify status. In our modern era, there is a vast range of iconic handbags and other bags to choose from.
Crossbody bags, which were designed to be worn on one side of the body so that the long strap is looped over the opposite shoulder, have been popular and versatile accessories over time, thankfully improving upon the medieval-era crude leather and silk coin purses that Europeans fastened to their belts as well as the drawstring pouches of the Renaissance, which held money as often as they did flowers and spices. These bags — as well as the stylish messenger bags that have materialized during the 20th century — weren’t bound by gender when they first appeared, and they certainly aren’t today.
For an alluring alternative to a satchel or backpack, luxury houses and various legendary brands such as Gucci, Prada, Chanel, Louis Vuitton and others offer a wide range of crossbody bags and messenger bags for the discerning bag enthusiast. Find these bags in all shapes and sizes on 1stDibs.
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.