New in Box Rare Louis Vuitton Mini Owl Backpack Charm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Super rare and collectible Louis Vuitton small charm backpack/keychain. Limited edition. Brand new
New in Box Rare Louis Vuitton Mini Owl Backpack Charm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Super rare and collectible Louis Vuitton small charm backpack/keychain. Limited edition. Brand new
Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Nicolas Ghesquiere Leather and Sequin Owl Twist
By Louis Vuitton, Nicholas Ghesquiere
Located in Corona Del Mar, CA
100% Authentic Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Nicolas Ghesquiere Sequin Owl Twist Shoulder Bag
New Louis Vuitton Owl Keychain Bag Charm in Box
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Sold out in stores. Louis Vuitton owl bag charm/keychain. Signature monogram canvas with leather
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H 2.76 in W 4.34 in D 0.2 in
2016 Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas Multicolour Owl Card Holder
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON Brown Monogram Coated Canvas Multicolour Owl Card Holder Reference: HB1625 Serial
Louis Vuitton Conte de Fees Owl Crossbody Bag Monogram Vernis
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Vuitton Model: Conte de Fees Owl Crossbody Bag Monogram Vernis Exterior Material: Patent Leather Exterior
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H 6.5 in W 0.25 in L 7.5 in
Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Owl Runway Gold Vernis Cross Body Purse
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Louis Vuitton Style: Cross Body Purse Handles: Natural Cowhide Leather Adjustable Shoulder
Louis Vuitton Conte de Fees Owl Crossbody
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Westhampton Beach, NY
Limited Edition Bronze monogram Vernis leather Louis Vuitton Conte De Fees Owl crossbody bag w
$7,161
H 4.34 in W 8.67 in D 6.7 in
Christian Dior Blue Oblique Monogram Canvas & Calfskin Leather Jewellery Case
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Christian Dior Blue Oblique Monogram Canvas & Calfskin Leather Jewellery Case Product Details Xupes Ref: AA0091 Brand: Christian Dior Model: Jewellery Case Type: Jewellery Case, Tra...
Cartier Baignoire Mini 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Watch 17
By Cartier
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Sold out worldwide with a waitlist extending over a year, this petite timepiece is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Skilfully created in the house's Swiss atelier, it boasts 18-karat ...
Vivienne Westwood red wool and gold 'PAGAN KISS' beret, ss 1988
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Rare Vivienne Westwood red wool beret with gold leaf 'PAGAN KISS' and signature Orb logo. Made for the 'Choice' tour with Sara Stockbridge in 1988. Pagan I, Spring-Summer 1988
Chanel 19C Pink Tweed Boucle Medium Classic Double Flap Bag GHW 68176
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68176 This Chanel 19C Pink Tweed Boucle Medium Classic Double Flap Bag GHW is from Karl Lagerfeld's monumental nautical-themed 2019 Resort collection. Intricate bright-...
Iconic Spectacular Thierry Mugler SS 1997 Gown 'Kiss of the Spiderwoman'
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Behold the breathtaking embodiment of high drama and couture mastery: The stunning extremely rare Thierry Mugler "Kiss of the Spiderwoman" evening gown from the legendary Spring/Summ...
HERMES Vert Criquet Epsom leather KELLY 25 SELLIER Bag Ghw
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès Kelly 25 Sellier bag in Vert Criquet (pastel green) Veau Epsom leather is a stunning display of the brand's signature elegance. The structured silhouette i...
$29,920
H 4.5 in W 13.25 in D 7.5 in
Chanel Limited Edition Gold Quilted Vanity Case Rare Home Decor Jewelry Case
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Limited Edition Pearl Lambskin Quilted Leather Rare Jewelry Box Vanity Case Home Decor Gold hardware Quilted Lambskin leather CC studded pearl drawer knob Features removable ...
$220,900
H 8.5 in W 7 in D 2.5 in
Chanel Green Crocodile Alligator Vintage Mini Minuadiére Kelly Top Handle Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Green Chanel Crocodile mini top handle flap with classic CC closure 1997 {VINTAGE 25 Years} Gold Hardware Interior zipper pocket Black Lambskin interior lining 8.5" H x 7" W x 2.5" ...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2007 Runway pink lace leather cascade drape ruffle top IT38 XS
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2007 Runway pink lace leather cascade drape ruffle top IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/D01020 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Lee Alexander McQueen Collection: 2007 Mate...
CHANEL 2002 "Surf Line" Red White Blue CC Wave Large Parasol Umbrella w/ Cover
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Thiensville, WI
CHANEL 2002 "Surf Line" Red White Blue CC Wave Large Parasol Umbrella w/ Cover RARE Brand / Manufacturer: CHANEL Collection: 2002 "Surf Line" Label(s): CHANEL Designer: Karl Lagerfe...
$26,920
H 6.25 in W 5.5 in L 12.75 in
Chanel Vintage 1988 Quilted Black Lambskin Train Case Leather Home Decor Trunk
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Vintage 1988 Quilted Black Lambskin Train Case Leather Home Decor Trunk Authentic vintage 1988 Chanel oval vanity large cosmetic bag in black quilted leather. Top is secured ...
Hermès Set of 2 BNIB Beach Rackets
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès brand new in box set of 2 beach rackets in printed beechwood and cork, rubber ball, dust cover and box included.
Christian Dior Logomania Vanity Trotter Travel Trunk Case
By Christian Dior
Located in Miami, FL
Christian Dior Vintage Logomania Vanity Case Trunk 1990-2000 {VINTAGE 25 Years} Soft Gold Hardware Dior logo print Lockable case, comes with key 12” W x 7.5” H x 8” D Top handle 3” ...
$16,920
H 7.5 in Dm 3.5 in
Chanel 1994 Runway Vintage Iconic Cage Chain Bottle Minaudière Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Runway Vintage Iconic Cage Chain Bottle Minaudière Shoulder Bag Year: 1994 {Vintage 30 Years} Gold hardware Classic interwoven leather strap Structured cage interwoven chai...
Louis Vuitton Takashi Murakami Speedy 30 Handbag - '00s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The iconic Louis Vuitton Speedy 30 handbag, reimagined by Japanese artist Takashi Murakami, features a splash of vibrant color with its multicolored monogram print. Crafted with whit...
Printed calf fur top handle bag PRADA
By Prada
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed calf fur top handle bag. Branded nylon lining. Zip closure on the top . One pocket with zip inside. Key and key-locker ( the string of the keys-holder is broken. Authenticity...
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.
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.