LOUIS VUITTON FW 04 Rare strapless dress with a pleated skirt
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Milano, MILANO
Fall Winter 2004 Rare strapless dress with pleaded skirt from Louis Vuitton Ribbon detail 100% wool
LOUIS VUITTON FW 04 Rare strapless dress with a pleated skirt
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Milano, MILANO
Fall Winter 2004 Rare strapless dress with pleaded skirt from Louis Vuitton Ribbon detail 100% wool
1900's All Leather Louis Vuitton Trunk, Vuitton Steamer Trunk 110 cm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
It features large leather handle on its sides as well as its customized hand painted Monaco's flag The trunk opens to reveal its original and complete interior with its original remo...
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High heels black & white striped pump with velvet ribbon Louis Vuitt
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
High heels black & white striped pump with velvet ribbon and patent leather heels. Wool pompoms on the top part of the shoe. Heel height : 11 cm SHOE SIZE : 39
Louis Vuitton Sunrise Pastel Onthego GM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-ouen, FR
Origin: Italy Condition: Pristine; almost never worn Collector’s piece, guaranteed authentic. Accompanied by: Louis Vuitton box, Louis Vuitton dustbag and ribbon, full set
1920's Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk in Stenciled Monogram, 100 cm Vuitton Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Interior is original , original lining as well as original quilting under its lid with Louis Vuitton stitched ribbon and it still has got its Louis Vuitton label as well as its seria...
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Louis Vuitton Iconic Speedy Sequin Bandouliere 20 M26314 New Size
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Chester, PA
From the SKI Collection, Brand new Must have for the collector Monogram Sequins This is the new smaller size, a remake of the larger size from years ago VuittonMonogram coated canva...
Louis Vuitton Chocolate Tweed Coat Skirt Ensemble 40
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York City, NY
Skirt features signature gold Louis Vuitton dangle zipper with chocolate ribbon pull.
LOUIS VUITTON Brown Patent Leather & Suede Sneakers sz 37.5
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Features LOUIS VUITTON ribbon detailing -Made in: Italy -Year of Production: 2007 -Color: Brown -Composition: Suede, patent leather, fabric laces and detailing -Sole Stamp: LV...
LOUIS VUITTON Black Patent Leather & Suede Sneakers sz 37.5
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Features LOUIS VUITTON ribbon detailing -Made in: Italy -Year of Production: 2007 -Color: Black -Composition: Suede, patent leather, fabric laces and detailing -Sole Stamp: L...
Louis Vuitton White Canvas Ribbon Sandal Heels w/ Yellow "Louis Vuitton" - 38
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Louis Vuitton White Canvas Ribbon Sandal Heels w/ Yellow "Louis Vuitton" - 38.
LOUIS VUITTON black velvet ribbon bow trim cropped trousers FR40 M
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON black velvet ribbon bow trim cropped trousers FR40 M Reference: CELG/A00109 Brand: Louis Vuitton Material: Velvet Color: Black Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip Extra ...
LOUIS VUITTON Takashi Murakami Cosmic Blossom blue cut out bow ribbon tshirt
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON Takashi Murakami Cosmic Blossom blue cut out bow ribbon tshirt Brand: Louis Vuitton Material: Feels like cotton Color: Blue Pattern: Floral Extra Detail: Cut out detail...
LOUIS VUITTON gold LV charm multi chain ribbon necklace pink cotton tshirt M
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON gold LV charm multi chain ribbon necklace pink cotton tshirt M Reference: TGAS/B01401 Brand: Louis Vuitton Material: Cotton Color: Pink Pattern: Solid Extra Detai...
Louis Vuitton 2000's Satin Marabou Feather & Velvet Ribbon LV Logo Mules Heels
By Louis Vuitton
Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW
Channel your inner queen in these divine Marie Antoinette coded mules by Louis Vuitton. Crafted from cream silk with gold leather accents, these feature a fluffy plume of pale yellow...
LOUIS VUITTON 2011 Runway Fetishes leather ribbon tie peplum corset belt 85cm
By Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare LOUIS VUITTON 2011 Runway Fetishes black patent leather ribbon tie peplum corset belt 85cm Reference: GIYG/A00287 Brand: Louis Vuitton Designer: Marc Jacobs Collection: 2011 Fet...
Louis Vuitton Sunglasses Gray Aviators
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Miami, FL
Temples have small gold name embossed 'stud'. Comes with Louis Vuitton case, box and ribbon. NEW or NEVER WORN CONDITION: NEW or NEVER WORN
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H 18.51 in W 31.5 in D 18.51 in
1920's Louis Vuitton Trunk in Monogram, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk 80 cm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Its interior is all original too with its 2 removable trays, its original quilting with its Louis Vuitton stitched ribbon under its lid . It still has got its original working key, i...
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Louis Vuitton Voyage Monogram Sleepmask New
By Louis Vuitton
Located in PARIS, FR
Louis Vuitton sleep mask in natural mink dyed Monogram pattern lined with black Monogram canvas, equipped with a leather headband signed Louis Vuitton and a double elastic ribbon to ...
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H 27.56 in W 43.31 in D 24.81 in
Extra Large Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Vuitton Malle Haute 110 Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
It is the largest trunk ever produced by Louis Vuitton and it is very impressive. All its interior is completely original with its 3 removable trays, its quilting under its lid and i...
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Vuitton Malle Haute 110 , Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk 110 cm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
It is the largest trunk ever produced by Louis Vuitton and it is very impressive. All its interior is completely original with its 3 removable trays, its quilting under its lid and i...
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Louis Vuitton Monogram Eclipse Coated Canvas Pocket Organiser
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Monogram Eclipse Coated Canvas Pocket Organiser Product Details Brand: Louis Vuitton Model: Pocket Organiser Product Title: Monogram Eclipse Coated Canvas Pocket Organ...
Louis Vuitton Black Taiga Leather Brazza Wallet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Black Taiga Leather Brazza Wallet Brand- Louis Vuitton Model- Brazza Wallet Product Type- Wallet Accompanied By- Louis Vuitton Box, Dust Bag, Ribbon, Bag Colour- Black...
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H 27.56 in W 43.31 in D 24.81 in
Extra Large Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, High Vuitton Trunk in Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
It is the largest trunk ever produced by Louis Vuitton and it is very impressive. All its interior is completely original with its 2 removable webbed baskets , its quilting under its...
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Louis Vuitton Sunglasses Black Petite Soupcon Cat Eye
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Miami, FL
Made from their exclusive three layer acetate. Comes with Louis Vuitton case, box and ribbon. NEW or NEVER WORN CONDITION: NEW or NEVER WORN
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Empreinte Leather Onthego GM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Empreinte Leather Onthego GM Product Details Xupes Ref: HB5668 Brand: Louis Vuitton Model: Onthego GM Type: Shoulder, Tote Age: 2023 RRP: £2,610 Accompa...
Louis Vuitton Black Calfskin Leather Lockme Zippy Coin Purse
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Black Calfskin Leather Lockme Zippy Coin Purse Brand-Louis Vuitton Model- Lockme Zippy Coin Purse Product Type- Wallet Serial Number- Mi******* Age- Circa 2022 Accompa...
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Embossed Lambskin Leather Coussin PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Embossed Lambskin Leather Coussin PM Brand- Louis Vuitton Model- Coussin PM Product Type- Crossbody, Shoulder Age- Circa 2023 Accompanied By- Louis Vuit...
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H 8.75 in D 7 in L 15.5 in
Louis Vuitton Vendôme MM Monogram Canvas Cream Leather Gold-Tone Handle Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Houston, TX
Shows light surface wear and minor marks to the leather handles and trim, with light surface scratches to the gold-tone hardware. Comes with Louis Vuitton box, dust bag, ribbon, and ...
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H 4.73 in W 8.27 in D 1.19 in
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Empreinte Leather Félicie Pochette Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Empreinte Leather Félicie Pochette Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1609 Brand: Louis Vuitton Model: Félicie Pochette Type: Shoulder, Crossbody, Clutch...
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H 4.73 in W 8.27 in D 1.19 in
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Empreinte Leather Félicie Pochette Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Empreinte Leather Félicie Pochette Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1609 Brand: Louis Vuitton Model: Félicie Pochette Type: Shoulder, Crossbody, Clutch...
Louis Vuitton Red & Pink Monogram Giant Coated Canvas Zippy Wallet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Red & Pink Monogram Giant Coated Canvas Zippy Wallet Brand- Louis Vuitton Model- Zippy Wallet Product Type- Wallet Serial Number- GI**** Age- Circa 2019 Accompanied By...
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H 13.39 in W 16.15 in D 7.49 in
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram & Reverse Monogram Coated Canvas Onthego GM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram & Reverse Monogram Coated Canvas Onthego GM Brand- Louis Vuitton Model- Onthego GM Product Type- Shoulder, Tote Serial Number- AR**** Age- Circa 2020 Ac...
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H 12.21 in W 14.18 in D 5.52 in
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Gracefull MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Gracefull MM Brand- Louis Vuitton Model- Graceful MM Product Type- Shoulder Serial Number- RI**** Age- Circa 2019 Acco...
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H 10.24 in W 15.36 in D 5.52 in
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Turenne MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Turenne MM Brand- Louis Vuitton Model- Turenne MM Product Type- Crossbody, Shoulder, Tote Serial Number- PL4137 Age- Ci...
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.
Diamonds and sapphires still played a starring role, but less popular stones popped up too.
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.
From Chanel to YSL, the logos of some legacy fashion houses spark instant brand recognition and have come to symbolize a kind of luxury that feels at once aspirational and attainable.
1stDibs dealers discuss the challenges of this unprecedented time, and the signs of hope.
When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.