$1,300
H 9.85 in W 13.78 in D 7.09 in
LOUIS VUITTON gold-tone ALZER SUITCASE MIRROR Key Chain Bag Charm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
Louis Vuitton–engraved chain and key holder clasp, this collectible accessory combines the brand’s
LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Alligator Python Resin Shoulder Bag 2010
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic limited edition Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Alligator and Python Bag. Featured in the
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Multi Pochette Accessoires Bag M44813
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
to Louis Vuitton's craftsmanship, offering a unique modular design made up of three separate bags
Louis Vuitton Monogram Reverse Dauphine MM Shoulder Bag M45958
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
certificate will be provided at no further cost. Step into the timeless world of Louis Vuitton with the
LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Alzer 11 Hard Case Trunk Set Brown
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic 11 Piece Stacking Set of Louis Vuitton Monogram Hard Case Trunks. Purchase as a set only
Louis Vuitton Gold Metal Portecle Pampille Keyring Chain Bag Charm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
for attaching to your favorite Louis Vuitton bag or using as a statement key holder. The charm is
Louis Vuitton Iconic Speedy Sequin Bandouliere 20 M26314 New Size
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Chester, PA
Chain:Not removable Handle:Double Louis Vuitton Dustcover, box , ribbon included
Louis Vuitton Pochette Métis Brougne Reverse Monogram
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
. -------------------------------------------- Louis Vuitton handbag, Métis Brougnes model, made of brown canvas with the classic Monogram pattern and
$5,500
H 11 in W 22 in
Takashi Murakami - Original signed drawing, Modern Art Museum, Ft. Worth, Texas
By Takashi Murakami
Located in New York, NY
of the Louis Vuitton monogram. Murakami then took the radical step of directly incorporating the
Permanent Marker
$4,500
H 31 in W 8 in D 0.25 in
Murakami Original hand signed Flower Drawing on limited edition skateboard deck
By Takashi Murakami
Located in New York, NY
he began a multiyear collaboration with Marc Jacobs on the redesign of the Louis Vuitton monogram
Wood, Mixed Media, Permanent Marker, Screen
Louis Vuitton Gold/Brown Monogram Carousel Key Chain and Bag Charm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Lugano, Ticino
Louis Vuitton Gold/Brown Monogram Carousel Key Chain and Bag Charm, F/W 2012 - 100% authentic Louis
Unavailable
H 0.2 in W 2.4 in L 5.8 in
Louis Vuitton Fleur d'Epi White x Silver Tone Key Chain / Bag Charm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Authentic Louis Vuitton Key holder/Bag charm. White charms in the shape of the classic Louis
Unavailable
H 11.5 in W 8.5 in L 20.5 in
Louis Vuitton Keepall Runway Ss19 Monogram Chain 50 3lz0114 Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
OVERALL NEW IN BOX CONDITION ( 10/10 or N ) Includes Box, Dust Bag, Cop Of Receipt, Padlock, Key
Louis Vuitton Dentelle Fersen Gold Monogram Tote Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Freehold, NJ
Pre-Owned 100% Authentic Louis Vuitton Dentelle Fersen Gold Monogram Tote Bag This chic shoulder
Louis Vuitton Gold Speedy Bag Charm Chain Pochette Extender
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Montreal, Quebec
LOUIS VUITTON GOLD SPEEDY BAG CHARM CHAIN POCHETTE EXTENDER This Louis Vuitton bag charm is
Louis Vuitton + Virgil Abloh Keepall Bandoulière 50 Prism Monogram Pvc
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Louis Vuitton + Virgil Abloh Keepall Bandoulière 50 Prism monogram PVC travel bag. Made from
Unavailable
H 11.4 in W 9.06 in L 19.69 in
Louis Vuitton Keepall Ss19 Hologram Prism 50 Bandouliere 870370 Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
BRAND NEW (10/10 or N) Only touched for photography, Includes Lock, Key, Chain strap and Dust Bag
Unavailable
H 11.42 in W 9.06 in L 19.69 in
Louis Vuitton Keepall Rgb Clear Ss19 Virgil 50 870439 Red Pvc Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
NEW CONDITION (10/10 or N) Includes Dust Bag, Strap, Chain, Lock and Key ONLY Louis Vuitton x
LOUIS VUITTON Smoke Silver Tone Metal Monogram Wallet Key Chain
By Louis Vuitton
Located in San Francisco, CA
LOUIS VUITTON wallet key chain comes in smoke silver tone metal and features a ball chain with a LV
Louis Vuitton Monogram Triangle Titanium Key Chain Bag Charm 9LV0501
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: MP2217 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 5" Width: .25" Height: 3 " OVERALL FAIR+ CONDITION ( 6.5/10 or BC ) Signs of Wear: Front: Minor Marks ...
LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Heart Bag Charm/Key Fob
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Heart Bag Charm/Key Chain Materials: Gold Tone Metal, Enamel Charms
Louis Vuitton Bordeaux Monogram Mini Lin Key Chain Pochette Cles Keychain 862479
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
) Depth (inch) : 0.39 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 1 cm(approx) Color : Bordeaux Material :Monogram Mini
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H 2.96 in W 4.14 in
rare LOUIS VUITTON Essential Trunk NM Time vintage monogram key chain bag charm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare LOUIS VUITTON Essential Trunk NM Time vintage monogram key chain bag charm Reference: ANWU
Louis Vuitton Monogram Pochette Cles Key Pouch 106lv22
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
: 2.4" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) No Chain Signs of Wear: Exterior Canvas: Excellent
Louis Vuitton Monogram Pochette Cles Key Pouch 106lv22
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
: 2.4" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) No Chain Signs of Wear: Exterior Canvas: Excellent
Louis Vuitton Monogram Illustré China Wall Bag Charm Key Ring M00500
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton China Wall Key Holder/Bag Charm. It features a colorful illustration of the LV mascot
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Canvas Mini Pouch Milla with Chain
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Chic Mini Pouch 'Milla' by LOUIS VUITTON in timeless Monogram canvas. Upper zipper closure. Gold
Louis Vuitton Carry All MM Monogram Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Athens, GA
Louis Vuitton Carry All Monogram Shoulder Bag. Runway 2018 Collection. Sold out and hard to find
Louis Vuitton Carry All MM Monogram Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Athens, GA
Louis Vuitton Carry All Monogram Shoulder Bag. Runway 2018 Collection. Sold out and hard to find
Louis Vuitton Reverse Monogram City Malle MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
We are offering this beautiful Louis Vuitton Reverse Monogram City Malle MM. Manufactured in the
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Canvas Accordeon Long Wallet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton 'monogram canvas 'Accordeon' wallet Interior. Double snap button closure at front
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Canvas Accordeon Long Wallet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton 'monogram canvas 'Accordeon' wallet Interior. Double snap button closure at front
2016 Limited Louis Vuitton Chain Flower Speedy 30
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Monogram canvas Vacchetta leather handles Multicolored pattern Zip closure Locker and keys Internal zip
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Canvas Tivoli PM Satchel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Tivoli PM Bag. The Tivoli, whose name was inspired by the famous city
Louis Vuitton Monogram Micro Boîte Chapeau Necklace Crossbody Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
metal removable chain strap. 'LOUIS VUITTON Paris - Made in Italy' embossed inside. Condition A
Louis Vuitton Blue Monogram Mama Broiderie Leather Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
, delicately embroidered with the iconic Louis Vuitton monogram pattern, creating a stunning textured surface
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Pouch Bag Mini Pochette Accessoires
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton Mini Pochette Accessoires in timeless monogram canvas. Upper zipper closure. Fabric
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Pouch Bag Mini Pochette Accessoires
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton Mini Pochette Accessoires in timeless monogram canvas. Upper zipper closure. Fabric
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Canvas Tivoli GM Satchel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
certificate will be provided at no further cost. Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Tivoli GM Bag. The Tivoli
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Canvas Tivoli GM Satchel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
certificate will be provided at no further cost. Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Tivoli GM Bag. The Tivoli
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Saint Placide Aurore Crossbody Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
certificate will be provided at no further cost. Embrace effortless elegance with the LOUIS VUITTON Monogram
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Canvas Tivoli PM Satchel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Tivoli PM Bag. The Tivoli, whose name was inspired by the famous city
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Canvas Tivoli PM Satchel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Tivoli PM Bag. The Tivoli, whose name was inspired by the famous city
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Mini Pochette Accessoires Bag Pouch
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
certificate will be provided at no further cost. Louis Vuitton Mini Pochette Accessoires in timeless monogram
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Pouch Bag Mini Pochette Accessoires
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
. Crafted in timeless Monogram canvas, this petite pouch carries the essence of Louis Vuitton's legacy in a
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Multi Pochette Accessoires Bag M44813
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
to Louis Vuitton's craftsmanship, offering a unique modular design made up of three separate bags
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Multi Pochette Accessoires Bag M44813
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
to Louis Vuitton's craftsmanship, offering a unique modular design made up of three separate bags
Louis Vuitton Brown Canvas Monogram Tivoli GM Satchel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Tivoli GM Bag. The Tivoli, whose name was inspired by the famous city
Louis Vuitton Monogram Prism Keepall 50 Bandouliere Duffle Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton Prism Keepall Bandoulière 50, a bold reimagining of the classic travel bag under the
Louis Vuitton Monogram Reverse Hobo Shoulder Bag with Pouch
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
, the Louis Vuitton Loop Hobo bag brings a fresh twist to House heritage. With its eye-catching half
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Pouch Bag Mini Pochette Accessoires
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton Mini Pochette Accessoires in timeless monogram canvas. Upper zipper closure. Fabric
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Pouch Bag Mini Pochette Accessoires
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton Mini Pochette Accessoires in timeless monogram canvas. Upper zipper closure. Fabric
LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Grafitti Keepall Boston Bag Limited Edition
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Miami, FL
. Interior key chain holder. Cabin size. Marks on bottom of bag and interior. more pictures available upon
LOUIS VUITTON Bag Monogram Fetish Collection Runway 2011-12 Clutch
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Limited Edition Louis Vuitton Runway 2011 - 12 Fetish Collection monogram
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Empreinte Giant Vanity PM Crossbody Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
headed to a special event or out for an everyday outing, this Louis Vuitton Empreinte Monogram Giant
Louis Vuitton Monogram 1 Rue Scribe Mini Pochette Accessories Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
A charming piece with timeless appeal, this Louis Vuitton Mini Pochette Accessoires is more than
Louis Vuitton Pink Neon Monogram Vernis Mini Pochette Accessories Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
certificate will be provided at no further cost Limited Edition Louis Vuitton Pink Monogram Vernis Mini
LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Alzer 11 Hard Case Trunk Set Brown
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic 11 Piece Stacking Set of Louis Vuitton Monogram Hard Case Trunks. Purchase as a set only
Louis Vuitton Monogram Leather Double V Crossbody Shoulder Bag with Charm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Louis Vuitton Monogram Leather Double V Crossbody Shoulder Bag with Charm, circa 2018. The Louis
Sold
H 8.27 in W 9.85 in D 3.75 in
2019 Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Valisette PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Valisette PM Serial Number: FL0199
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H 8.27 in W 9.85 in D 3.75 in
2019 Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Valisette PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Valisette PM Product Details Xupes
Louis Vuitton Vintage French Co. Made in USA Monogram Small Bucket Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage LOUIS VUITTON Monogram small Bucket Bag, crafted in monogram canvas with caramel colored
Louis Vuitton Vintage French Co. Made in USA Monogram Large Bucket Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Bucket Bag, crafted in monogram canvas with caramel colored cowhide
Louis Vuitton Brown Small Tote Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
. Attached chain for keys. GHW, monogram canvas trimmed in leather. Dust cover included. Handle drop is 9.5
Louis Vuitton 2014 Black Leather Artsy Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
, rim and handle. Scratching to the key chain detailing on this used Louis Vuitton designer resale item
Louis Vuitton Black Multicolore Canvas Murakami Ursula Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
certificate will be provided at no further cost. Elegant 'Ursula' bag by Louis Vuitton, in black Monogram
Louis Vuitton 2019 Prism Keepall Bandouliére 50 Duffle Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Travel in style with this amazing Louis Vuitton duffle! Circa 2019 and designed by Virgil Abloh
FENDI new pink sequins baguette 2024
By Fendi
Located in Rubiera, RE
FENDI New pink sequins baguette 2024 Iconic medium-sized Baguette bag, finely embroidered all-over with pink sequins in different shapes and sizes for a 3D effect and decorated with ...
S/S 2000 Christian Dior by John Galliano Blue Snakeskin Malice Flap Shoulder Bag
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the Spring/Summer collection, this chic blue python skin Christian Dior shoulder bag, designed by John Galliano, is constructed of blue python skin with an aqua-colored patent l...
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...
Chanel Black Quilted Timeless Clutch
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
- Black - Signature interlocking CC logo - Silver-tone hardware - Diamond quilted lambskin leather - Top bar and kiss lock - Main compartment - Internal zip fastening compartment P...
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
NWT's BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Embroidered Evening Beaded Bag Bridal Wedding
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Yellow gold hardware and ornate chain Beige tones Embroidered bag with floral design and clear beads Long fringes with a bead placed at each end NWT's Comes w...
$1,320Sale Price|20% Off
H 9 in D 3.5 in L 16 in
New Fendi Aspen Shearling and Suede FF Brown Hobo Tote Bag
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Rare Fendi Shearling Aspen Bag Brand New * Stunning Rare Shearling Bag * Rich Soft Chocolate Brown * Full Shearling Lining and Piping * Rope Braided & Leather Strap * Two Front Snap...
Glittering Crystal Encrusted Penguin Evening Bag c 21st c
Located in University City, MO
Glittering crystal encrusted penguin evening bag - clutch 21 c The charming penguin evening bag transitions from an endearing clutch; converts into an elegant handbag carried with a...
White Fox Fur Coat
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Exclusive off white fox fur coat with brown leather panels We offer more exclusive fur items. view our frontstore Details: With 2 velvet pockets and 3 closing hooks Color; creme ...
Chanel 1998 Vintage Blue Denim Square Mini Flap Bag 24k GHW 68466
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68466 This Chanel 1998 Vintage Blue Denim Square Mini Flap Bag 24k GHW is another vintage collector's staple - from a later 90s era style with the petite CCs, a deep med...
Walborg Black Puddle Beaded Vintage Purse Handbag
By Walborg
Located in New York, NY
Walborg Black Puddle Purse Handbag vintage Very good condition especially considering the age of this beautifully beaded novelty purse. Please see detailed pictures.It’s a must have...
GUCCI by Tom Ford Pink GG Monogram Logo Satin Lizard Barbiecore Horsebit Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
A stunning Gucci clutch Made of finest pink satin Ruched style, with the famous GUCCI GG Monogram stamped on silk Exotic Lizard Skin Trimming Mat-gold hardware Horsebit detail Fully ...
Gucci Iridescent Green Horsebit Chain Medium Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Brossard, QC
Gucci Iridescent Green Horsebit Chain Medium Shoulder Bag 2024 Cruise Runway Collection This product is embedded with NFC technology Signature Horsebit detail Silver-toned hardw...
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2002 Matte Python Skin Saddle Bag & Mirror
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Switzerland, CH
A rare Christian Dior mini evening saddle bag designed by John Galliano From a collectable, limited edition in 2002 Offered only in Dior flagship stores to a limited clientele Get th...
UNWORN Christian Dior by John Galliano 2001 Chris 1947 Cadillac Denim Saddle Bag
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Switzerland, CH
A very rare Cadillac denim bag designed by John Galliano for Christian Dior Fall 2001 collection Featured on the runway and in the AD campaign Special piece, produced in a very limit...
FENDI Baguette white mirror embroidery
By Fendi
Located in Rubiera, RE
FENDI Baguette yellow pink green on white canvas vintage 90s Details in white leather The instructions emphasize: "This item is completely hand-embroidered. It is an artisanal produ...
Hermes Haut à Courroies HAC 50 Birkin Courchevel Gold Hardware Tan Duffle
Located in Miami, FL
Absolutely magnificent natural Courchevel leather exterior. - Circle 1993. - Brass Hardware. - The Perfect Travel Bag - A Truly impossible find. - Comes with numbers matchin...
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.