$968
H 8.5 in W 1.5 in L 11 in
Louis Vuitton Bronze Monogram Vernis Copper Thompson Street Musette Flap Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Bronze Monogram Vernis Copper Thompson Street Musette Flap Bag 13lv110 Date Code
Louis Vuitton Monogram Musette Salsa Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Indianapolis, IN
The Louis Vuitton Monogram Musette Salsa Bag is a timeless and versatile shoulder bag that
Louis Vuitton Thompson Street Vernis shoulder bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in 10707, DE
street Musette tango bag by Louis Vuitton made of monogram embossed orange vernis leather, very rare in
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango Monogram Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango shoulder bag in monogram canvas. Magnetic flap closure, inside is in
Louis Vuitton salsa musette shoulder bag in monogram canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, FR
Louis vuitton salsa musette shoulder bag in monogram canvas. Good condition, some light signs of
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H 9.84 in W 2.75 in L 9.44 in
Louis Vuitton Musette Monogram Salsa 867338 Brown Coated Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
) : 24.02 inch - 28.74 inch Shoulder (cm) : 61 cm - 73 cm Color : Browns Material :Monogram Country of
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H 14.1 in W 1.57 in L 12.5 in
Louis Vuitton Musette Monogram Salsa Gm 868520 Brown Coated Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
) : 34.65 inch - 44.09 inch Shoulder (cm) : 88 cm - 112 cm Color : Browns Material :Monogram Country of
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H 14.1 in W 1.57 in L 12.5 in
Louis Vuitton Musette Monogram Salsa Gm 867334 Brown Coated Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
) : 34.65 inch - 44.09 inch Shoulder (cm) : 88 cm - 112 cm Color : Brown Material :Monogram Country of
Louis Vuitton Monogram Musette Salsa GM Messenger Bags
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Montreal, Quebec
The bad is made of coated canvas with monogram print with a long natural leather shoulder strap
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H 7.5 in W 9.5 in D 1.5 in
Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Black Monogram Patchwork Conte De Fees Musette Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Roslyn, NY
Navy blue satin monogram. Silver-tone hardware. Patchwork design throughout front. Front flap
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H 9.05 in W 0.78 in L 8.26 in
Louis Vuitton Musette Monogram Salsa Long 868900 Coated Canvas Cross Body Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
) : 45.67 inch - 50.39 inch Shoulder (cm) : 116 cm - 128 cm Color : Brown Material :Monogram GOOD CONDITION
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W 1.57 in L 12.5 in
Louis Vuitton Musette Monogram Salsa Gm 868040 Brown Coated Canvas Messenger Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
) : 34.65 inch - 44.09 inch Shoulder (cm) : 88 cm - 112 cm Color : Browns Material :Monogram Country of
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Musette Salsa Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton 'Musette Salsa'Shoulder Bag, crafted in timeless LV monogram canvas, the bag has
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Musette Salsa Flap Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton 'Musette Salsa'Shoulder Bag, crafted in timeless LV monogram canvas, the bag has
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Musette Salsa Flap Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton 'Musette Salsa' Shoulder Bag, crafted in timeless LV monogram canvas, the bag has
Louis Vuitton 02 Brown Monogram Musette Tango Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
. Discolouration to the shoulder strap on this used Louis Vuitton designer resale item. This bag comes with the
Louis Vuitton Musette Brown Perforated Monogram Pink Interior
By Louis Vuitton
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Louis Vuitton Musette Brown Perforated Monogram Pink Interior These are professional photos of the
Louis Vuitton Musette Brown Perforated Monogram Pink Interior
By Louis Vuitton
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Louis Vuitton Musette Brown Perforated Monogram Pink Interior These are professional photos of the
Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Monogram Perforated Musette Pink
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic, pre owned limited edition Louis Vuitton perforated Musette shoulder bag. Don't miss out
2008 Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Canvas Musette Salsa
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This ladies Louis Vuitton Musette Salsa is in excellent pre-owned condition accompanied by Louis
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H 9.65 in W 8.86 in D 4.34 in
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram & Vachetta Leather Vintage Musette Tango
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Vintage Musette Tango Product
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H 12.21 in D 3.15 in L 12.21 in
Louis Vuitton Brown Leather Musette Perforeted Limited Edition Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Fuchsia limited edition Louis Vuitton Musette bag with perforated monogram canvas with gold
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H 9.45 in W 9.45 in D 2.76 in
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas Vintage Musette Salsa PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Vintage Musette Salsa PM Product
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H 9.45 in W 9.45 in D 2.76 in
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas Vintage Musette Salsa PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Vintage Musette Salsa PM Product
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H 9.45 in W 9.45 in D 2.76 in
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas Vintage Musette Salsa PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Vintage Musette Salsa PM Product
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H 10.04 in W 9.45 in D 1.97 in
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Vintage Musette Sa
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Vintage Musette Salsa PM Product
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H 14.18 in W 9.45 in D 0.79 in
LOUIS VUITTON Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Musette Salsa GM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Musette Salsa GM Xupes Reference
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Musette Flap Messenger Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
certificate will be provided at no further cost A classic piece from Louis Vuitton, the Musette crossbody bag
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Musette Tango Messenger Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Musette Tango bag is an elegant and sleek looking bag. It comes
2006 Louis Vuitton Musette Perforated Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Capri, IT
Limited Edition Spring 2006. Brown and tan monogram coated canvas Louis Vuitton Perforated Mussette
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Musette Salsa PM Messenger
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Musette bag is an elegant and sleek looking bag. It comes with a
Louis Vuitton Monogram Coated Canvas Musette Tango Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Louis Vuitton Monogram Coated Canvas Musette Tango Shoulder Bag Made In: USA Year of Production
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Musette Salsa Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton 'Musette Salsa'Shoulder Bag, crafted in timeless LV monogram canvas, the bag has
Louis Vuitton Monogram Musette Salsa Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Louis Vuitton Monogram Musette Salsa Bag Features adjustable shoulder strap and leather trim/piping
Vintage Louis Vuitton Musette Salsa Handbag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, FR
Musette Salsa Handbag Monogram Canvas PM, with microfiber lining. In very good condition with minor
Louis Vuitton LV Monogram Musette Tango Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Monogram Musette Tango Shoulder Bag Handbag from Louis Vuitton Authentic LOUIS VUITTON Monogram
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Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Musette Salsa Flap Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton 'Musette Salsa'Shoulder Bag, crafted in timeless LV monogram canvas, the bag has
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H 14 in W 12.5 in D 1.25 in
LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Canvas MUSETTE Shoulder Bag FLAP PURSE Messenger
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
inside - Mustard alcantare lining Louis Vuitton MUSETTE T Crossbody Bag, crafted in timeless LV
Louis Vuitton Musette Salsa GM Canvas shoulder bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in 10707, DE
/ Natural cowhide Inner material: Leather and suede Data code: AS0979 Brand: Louis Vuitton Width x height x
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Musette Flap Messenger Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Louis Vuitton 'Musette' Crossbody Bag, crafted in timeless LV monogram canvas, the bag has golden
LOUIS VUITTON Musette Patchwork Conte De Fees handbag limited edition 2002
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
bag. It is a beautiful, handmade, patchwork of all of Louis Vuitton's materials or building blocks
2000's Louis Vuitton Large 'Musette' Messenger Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Louis Vuitton large 'Mussette' crossbody messenger bag from the late 2000's. The classic LV
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango Monogram Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Musette Tango Monogram Canvas Shoulder Bag features the classic Louis
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango Monogram Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango shoulder bag in monogram canvas. Magnetic flap closure, inside is in
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Musette Salsa Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A great alternative to your everyday bag, this Salsa bag from Louis Vuitton is crafted from a
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango Monogram Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango shoulder bag in monogram canvas. Magnetic flap closure, inside is in
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango Monogram Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango shoulder bag in monogram canvas. Magnetic flap closure, inside is in
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango Monogram Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango shoulder bag in monogram canvas. Magnetic flap closure, inside is in
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango Monogram Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango shoulder bag in monogram canvas. Magnetic flap closure, inside is in
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango Monogram Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango shoulder bag in monogram canvas. Magnetic flap closure, inside is in
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango Monogram Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango shoulder bag in monogram canvas. Magnetic flap closure, inside is in
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango Monogram Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango shoulder bag in monogram canvas. Magnetic flap closure, inside is in
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango Monogram Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango shoulder bag in monogram canvas. Magnetic flap closure, inside is in
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango Monogram Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango shoulder bag in monogram canvas. Magnetic flap closure, inside is in
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango Monogram Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango shoulder bag in monogram canvas. Magnetic flap closure, inside is in
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango Monogram Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango shoulder bag in monogram canvas. Magnetic flap closure, inside is in
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango Monogram Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango shoulder bag in monogram canvas. Magnetic flap closure, inside is in
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango Monogram Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango shoulder bag in monogram canvas. Magnetic flap closure, inside is in
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango Monogram Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango shoulder bag in monogram canvas. Magnetic flap closure, inside is in
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango Monogram Canvas Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Musette Tango shoulder bag in monogram canvas. Magnetic flap closure, inside is in
$475Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Small
Rene Ruiz Couture Black and Nude Strapless Silk Net Overlay Bustier Corset Top
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous and sexy new RENE RUIZ black and nude strapless silk ruched bustier / corset! Features a nude silk backdrop, with a black net ruched overlay. Hidden zipper up the side with ...
Louis Vuitton Discontinued Monogram Loopin MM Zip Hobo 5LZ1209
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: FL 0022 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 8 " Width: 4 " Height: 8 " Shoulder Handle Drop: 9 " OVERALL FAIR CONDITION ( 6/10 or C ) Signs of Wear: Coat...
$5,596Sale Price|20% Off
H 16 in L 18 in
Louis Vuitton LV x TM Murakami White Speedy Bandoulière 25 New 2025 Release
By Louis Vuitton, Takashi Murakami
Located in West Chester, PA
LOUIS VUITTON EXTREMELY LIMITED EDITION Remake of the original ICONIC Murakami White Multicolor Speedy Our pictures are of the actual bag you will receive Dimensions: 9.8" L x 7.5"...
Fendi Mamma Baguette Raffia Crochet Shoulder Bag with Flower
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Fendi Mamma Baguette Raffia Crochet Shoulder Bag with Flower These are professional photos of the actual bag. This Fendi Baguette is made from Raffia material that’s similar to s...
$2,856Sale Price|35% Off
Christian Dior by John Galliano Cadillac Montaigne Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Brand: Christian Dior by John Galliano Product Name: Cadillac Montaigne Saddle Bag Product Description: Introducing the Christian Dior by John Galliano Cadillac Montaigne Saddle Bag...
New Louis Vuitton Watercolor Keepall Bag 50
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Louis Vuitton limited edition designed by Virgil Abloh, watercolor collection keepall 50. Detachable shoulder strap. Padlock, keys and luggage tag. Brand new with original dust bag a...
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...
Issac Nussbaum GIA Certified 18 Carat Oval Diamond H Color VS1 Clarity Ring.
By Issac Nussbaum
Located in New York, NY
Imagine capturing a moment that lasts a lifetime with this stunning, 18K WG 18 Carat Natural Oval Shape Diamond Ring. The diamond is near colorless,(GIA Certified H color VS1 clari...
Diamond, Platinum
Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer Bronze Gold Knit Mini Dress 1999 2000
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall 1999/ 2000 Extremely sexy dress by John Galliano for Dior - a dress that transcends mere fabric to become an emblem of audacious elegance. This...
2000s Gucci by Tom Ford Red Karung Snakeskin Acrylic Lucite Handle Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This rare deep red Gucci bag from the early 2000s is crafted from dyed Karung snakeskin and finished with gold-tone hardware and a sculptural red lucite handle. Approximate Measure...
$297Sale Price|40% Off
New Fendi Tortoise with FF Sides Sunglasses With Case
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
New Fendi Sunglasses with Case Brand New Brown Sunglasses FF Detail at Sides Lightweight Scratch and Impact Resistant Made in Italy 100% UVA/UVB Protection With Case & Cleaning Clo...
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2005 Silk Nude Embellished Dress Fr. 42 US 10
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Christian Dior by John Galliano Silk Embellished Dress 2005 Collection French size 42 ( US 10 ) Silver tone beads over the beige silk, Signature Galliano little buttons closu...
Unworn Rolex Rainbow Daytona 116595RBOW
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
This impressive Daytona variant was first released in rose gold at Baselworld 2018 after Rolex had discontinued the yellow and white gold models. On the black lacquer dial, 11 sapphi...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green ...
$288Sale Price|20% Off
H 7 in W 2.5 in L 9.75 in
1970s Vintage GUCCI Micro GG Jacquard Leather Shoulder Bag Navy
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Vintage GUCCI shoulder bag is crafted of micro GG jacquard in navy trimmed with smooth navy calfskin leather featuring gold and silver toned hardware. Front buckle closure opens...
F/W 2003 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Runway Babydoll Sheer Chiffon Pink Tank
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This pink and black lace tank top from Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, designed by Tom Ford for Fall/Winter 2003, debuted on the runway as look 18. Crafted from sheer light pink chif...
$39,546Sale Price|44% Off
Size: 54
Louis Vuitton Mink Fur Coat x Virgil Abloh White And Multicolor Fur
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Mink fur signed Louis Vuitton, limited edition fur in collaboration with Virgil Abloh. Made of white mink with multicolor LV logo. Zip closure, internally lined in canvas. Equipped w...
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.
Ever since we’ve needed an accessory to carry our personal items when we’re on the go, shoulder bags have proven indispensable. Today, vintage and designer shoulder bags are such a treasured part of fashion history that they even get their own museum exhibitions. And while lovers of luxury handbags and purses are savvier now and have a wider range of shopping options, classics created by brands such as Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
Prior to bags becoming an essential piece of any ensemble for any gender, women wore pockets strung on ribbons as garments that were separate from their gowns, accessible by openings in the fabric. Small handbags and handheld purses were developed before the accessory gained importance as functional and fashionable. Most had more in common with wallets than anything else.
While the bags of the 16th century warranted ornament, such as exteriors embroidered with silver-gilt thread and beads, it wasn’t until the late 18th century and early 19th century that the design and craft of bags had really broadened. Handheld purses were finished with details that were meant to garner attention, and bags were fitted with shoulder straps. A stylish shoulder bag meant that women could tote jewelry, cash and perhaps a decorative snuff box full of tobacco to an evening ball across town.
The early 1900s saw the introduction of gold and silver minaudières. The patenting of these compact bejeweled clutches has been attributed to revered French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels, and today they remain a fashion favorite. One of Judith Leiber’s innovative minaudières even earned a role in the movie Sex and the City.
A luxury shoulder bag is a work of art with a long, fascinating origin story, and entire brands and fashion lines have emerged around creating the perfect versions of shoulder bags and top-handle bags. For example, the iconic Hermès Kelly bag, which was popularized by actress Grace Kelly, is a widely coveted, collected and often faked entry from the handbag hall of fame. And while vintage Gucci tote bags have their own dedicated fan base, collectors are likely familiar with the Dionysus, a pared-down Gucci shoulder bag that manages to make a substantial statement anyway.
Embrace a classic look with a vintage shoulder bag designed by Chanel, Givenchy or Fendi — find yours on 1stDibs today.
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.