Louis Vuitton Sac Plat Messenger Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Louis Vuitton Sac Plat Messenger Bag. Features taiga leather, gold-tone hardware, front zip and rear flat pockets, interior flat pocket, adjustable 30" leather strap, and z...
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Petit Sac Plat
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Louis Vuitton Black Epi Petit Sac Plat SKU: 157543 MSRP: 1650.00 USD Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: Since Louis Vuitton crafted his first trunk in Paris ...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Petit Sac Plat
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Petit Sac Plat SKU: 154886 MSRP: 2000.00 USD Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Good Condition Comments: Item is in good condition ...
Louis Vuitton Hot Pink Epi Sac Plat XS
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Louis Vuitton Hot Pink Epi Sac Plat XS SKU: 157135 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: Since Louis Vuitton crafted his first trunk in Paris in 1854, the maiso...
Louis Vuitton Petit Sac Plat Giant Crossbody Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Louis Vuitton Empreinte monogram giant petit Sac Plat cross body bag in black and beige. This cross-body shoulder bag features black and beige leather, rolled and reinforce...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Petit Sac Plat Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Houston, TX
Fresh and artistic, Louis Vuitton remains one of the world's most coveted symbols of status and sophistication. The Damier pattern was designed in 1888 and the Monogram, in 1896. Ove...
Louis Vuitton x Virgil Abloh Taurillon Illusion Petit Sac Plat Shoulder Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Houston, TX
Fresh and artistic, Louis Vuitton remains one of the world's most coveted symbols of status and sophistication. The Damier pattern was designed in 1888 and the Monogram, in 1896. Ove...
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H 11.5 in W 2 in L 13.75 in
Louis Vuitton Sac Plat Utah Crossbody 216161 Brown Leather Messenger Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
This item will ship immediately!! Previously owned. Date/style Code: LM0065 Made In: Spain Measurements: Length: 13.75" Width: 2" Height: 11.5" Shoulder strap drop: 23" OVERALL VERY ...
LOUIS VUITTON Brown Utah Textured Leather Sac Plat Messenger Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in San Francisco, CA
LOUIS VUITTON "Sac Plat" messenger band comes in rich 'Utah' coffee colored textured leather and features a flat rectangular shape with dark gold tone zip pockets, and skinny adjusta...
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H 12 in W 0.5 in L 14 in
Louis Vuitton Large Dark Brown Utah Leather Sac Plat Messenger Bag 16lv216s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Large Dark Brown Utah Leather Sac Plat Messenger Bag 16lv216s Date Code/Serial Number: LM0063 Made In: Spain Measurements: Length: 14" Width: .5" Height: 12" Shoulde...
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H 12 in W 0.5 in L 13.5 in
Louis Vuitton Large Dark Brown Utah Leather Sac Plat Messenger Bag s214lv83
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Large Dark Brown Utah Leather Sac Plat Messenger Bag s214lv83 Date Code/Serial Number: LM0063 Made In: Spain Measurements: Length: 13.5" Width: .5" Height: 12" Shoul...
Louis Vuitton Dark Brown Leather Sac Plat Crossbody Bag 254lvs56
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: LM0026 Made In: Spain Measurements: Length: 14" Width: .3" Height: 12" Shoulder Handle Drop: 27" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Signs of ...
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H 6.7 in W 1.97 in D 5.52 in
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Mini Sac Plat
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Mini Sac Plat Product Details Xupes Ref: HB5850 Brand: Louis Vuitton Model: Mini Sac Plat Type: Shoulder, Tote Age: 202...
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H 6.6 in W 2 in L 5.5 in
Louis Vuitton Metallic Monogram Python Petit Sac Plat Mini Crossbody 74lv225s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: RFID Chip Made In: France Measurements: Length: 5.5" Width: 2" Height: 6.6" Shoulder Handle Drop: 20" Handle Drop: 2.5" OVERALL NEW CONDITION ( 10/10 o...
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H 6.7 in W 5.52 in D 1.58 in
Louis Vuitton 2021 Mini Sac Plat Black 1854 Monogram Canvas & Calfskin Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Black 1854 Monogram Canvas & Calfskin Leather Mini Sac Plat Product Details Xupes Ref: HB4907 Brand: Louis Vuitton Model: Mini Sac Plat Type: Shoulder, Crossbody, ...
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H 11 in W 2.5 in L 10 in
Louis Vuitton Virgil Abloh x Nigo LV Made Monogram Stripe Sac Plat 1231lv17
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: RFID Chip Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 10" Width: 2.5" Height: 11" Shoulder Handle Drop: 17.5"-25" Handle Drop: 3.5" OVERALL NEW CONDITION ( 10...
LV Mini Sac Plat Crossbody Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Athens, GA
Louis Vuitton Mini Sac Plat Crossbody Bag. Rare and limited bag. Brand new. Cute mini version of the classic big Sac Plat tote that is retired from LV. Monogram canvas with leather s...
LV Mini Sac Plat Crossbody Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Athens, GA
Louis Vuitton Mini Sac Plat Crossbody Bag. Rare and limited bag. Brand new. Cute mini version of the classic big Sac Plat tote that is retired from LV. Monogram canvas with leather s...
Louis Vuitton Petit Sac Plat Monogram Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Geneva, CH
Our pre-owned but new Petit sac plat bag is an exact mini reinterpretation of one of Louis Vuitton's emblematic models: the Sac Plat. It is crafted in the iconic Monogram coated can...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Petit Sac Plat Handbag Crossbody Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
The Petit Sac Plat is a love letter to Louis Vuitton's heritage, reimagined for modern life. This Louis Vuitton crossbody bag, crafted in iconic Monogram canvas, presents a miniature...
Louis Vuitton Sac Plat Messenger Taurillon Monogram Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 4.5", Height 11", Width 10", Depth 2.5", Strap Drop 16.5-19.5" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Sac Plat Messenger Taurillon Monog...
Louis Vuitton Sac Plat Messenger Bag Monogram Taurillon Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 11", Width 10", Depth 2.5", Strap Drop 16-19" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Sac Plat Messenger Bag Monogram Taurillon Le...
Louis Vuitton Sac Plat Messenger Bag Monogram Taurillon Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 11", Width 10", Depth 2.5", Strap Drop 16-19" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Sac Plat Messenger Bag Monogram Taurillon Le...
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H 11 in W 10 in D 2.5 in
Louis Vuitton Sac Plat Messenger Bag Limited Edition Stripes Monogram Can
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Luggage Tag, Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 11", Width 10", Depth 2.5", Strap Drop 17.5-26" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Sac Plat Messenger Bag Limited ...
Louis Vuitton Sac Plat Crossbody Bag Utah Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Sac Plat Crossbody Bag Utah Leather, crafted in brown leather, features an adjustable leather strap, exterior zip pockets, and brass-tone hardware. Its top zip clo...
Louis Vuitton Petit Sac Plat Bag Epi Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Excellent. Scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 3", Height 6.5", Width 5.5", Depth 2", Strap Drop 22" Designer: Louis Vuitton...
Louis Vuitton Petit Sac Plat Bag Epi Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Excellent. Light wear on handles and strap, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Box, Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 3", Height 7", Width 5.5", Depth 2", Strap Drop 22"...
Louis Vuitton Sac Plat Handbag Monogram Taurillon Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Wear on base corners, minor wear and small marks in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 15.5", Width 14", ...
Louis Vuitton Petit Sac Plat Bag Epi Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Very good. Light wear and scuffs on exterior, handles and strap, moderate wear on base corners, scratches on hardware. Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 3"...
Louis Vuitton Petit Sac Plat Bag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Slight odor in interior. Creasing on exterior, minor darkening on handles and strap, scratches on hardware. Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 2.5", ...
Louis Vuitton Petit Sac Plat Bag Epi Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Very good. Wear on exterior corners, scuffs on exterior, minor wear on strap and in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle...
Louis Vuitton Petit Sac Plat Bag Epi Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Light wear on exterior and handles, wear on base corners and in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag, Box, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 3"...
Louis Vuitton Petit Sac Plat Bag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Light odor in interior. Minor wear on base corners, slight wear and marks in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 2.5"...
Louis Vuitton Petit Sac Plat Bag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Slight odor in interior. Creasing on exterior, minor darkening on handles and strap, scratches on hardware. Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 2.5", ...
Louis Vuitton Petit Sac Plat Bag Epi Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Good. Wear and peeling on exterior corners, minor creasing, wear and scuffs on strap, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 2....
Louis Vuitton Petit Sac Plat Bag Epi Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Light wear on exterior and handles, wear on base corners and in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag, Box, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 3"...
Louis Vuitton Petit Sac Plat Bag Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Slight odor in interior. Minor wear on base, opening corners and in interior, small indentations on handles, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag, Box, With...
Louis Vuitton Sac Plat Fold Bag Epi Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Very good. Odor in interior. Minor wear on base corners, scuffs on strap. Small marks in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop...
Louis Vuitton Sac Plat Fold Bag Epi Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Wear on base corners and in interior, peeling on handle base wax edges, minor creasing near opening, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Box, Dust Bag, With Strap M...
Louis Vuitton Sac Plat Crossbody Bag Utah Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Very good. Moderate scuffs and marks on exterior, minor cracking on strap base wax edges. Wear in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Luggage Tag Measurements: H...
Louis Vuitton Sac Plat Crossbody Bag Utah Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Estimated Retail Price: $2,430 Condition: Great. Minor wear on leather trims, scuffs on exterior, light cracking on strap wax edges, slight discoloration in interior, scratches on ha...
Louis Vuitton Sac Plat NM Bag Epi Leather BB
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Excellent. Light wear in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 3", Height 9", Width 8", Depth 3.5" Designer: Louis V...
Louis Vuitton Petit Sac Plat Bag Monogram Empreinte Giant
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Very good. Odor in interior. Wear on base corners and in interior, small indentation on strap wax edge, scratches on hardware. Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Handle...
Louis Vuitton Turquoise Monogram Taurillon Leather Sac Plat Cross Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Louis Vuittons creations are popular owing to their high style and functionality. This bag like all the other handbags is durable and stylish. Exuding a fine finish the bag is des...
Louis Vuitton Petit Sac Plat Bag Monogram Vernis with Monogram Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Faint scuffs and indentations on exterior, minor discoloration on side, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Box, Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 2.5"...
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H 7 in W 5.5 in D 2 in
Louis Vuitton Petit Sac Plat Bag Limited Edition Since 1854 Monogram Jacquard
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Light scuffs on sides and handles, slight creasing on strap, minor wear in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle D...
Louis Vuitton Petit Sac Plat Bag Monogram Canvas
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Odor in interior. Minor wear on base corners, slight creasing on exterior. Light wear and marks in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Box, Dust Bag, With...
Louis Vuitton Plat Venice Damier Monogram Canvas Crossbody Bag LV-B0526P-0001
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Downey, CA
Another amazing creation by the world famous Louis Vuitton fashion house the beautiful Venice Sac Plat. This stylish business tote is crafted of signature Damier coated canvas in bro...
Louis Vuitton Scarlet Monogram Vernis Epi Spring Street
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Louis Vuitton Scarlet Monogram Vernis Epi Spring Street SKU: 150948 MSRP: 2330.00 USD Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Excellent Condition Comments: Item is in...
$3,779
H 6.7 in D 3.55 in L 8.67 in
Black leather bag with embossed monogramme and double strap LOUIS VUITTON
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black leather bag with embossed monogramme and double strap, one in gold metal chain, one in detachable leather. Orange suede lining. Zip closure on the top front with branded zip pu...
Louis Vuitton Abbesses Messenger Bag Monogram Canvas, Crossbody
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Louis Vuitton Abbesses Messenger Bag Monogram Canvas, Crossbody Louis Vuitton Pre-Owned but in very good condition Louis Vuitton Messenger Bag Brown Coated Canvas LV Monogram Brass ...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Trotteur Crossbody Bag 823lv29
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: AR0052 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 10" Width: 2.5" Height: 5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 21" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear: E...
Louis Vuitton Pochette Pink Pillow NIB
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Louis Vuitton Pink and Black Monogram Econyl Nylon Maxi Multi Pochette with gold hardware from 2021. This bag is lined with brown mini monogram Econyl. The fabric is Louis Vuitton's ...
LOUIS VUITTON Rouge Fauvist pink Monogram Denim SUNBEAM Bag Limited Edition
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Louis Vuitton Monogram Denim Sunbeam Bag in pink gradient monogram denim canvas with natural cowhide leather trim, magenta nylon handles and a spacious interior lined ...
Louis Vuitton Virgil Abloh Mesh Pink Keepall Bandouliere 50
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
From the Louis Vuitton x Virgil Abloh Collection Pink Embroidered monogram Ultra-limited series Neon pink leather trim Top zip fastening Two top handles Adjustable detachable shoulde...
$596Sale Price|25% Off
H 8 in W 3 in L 10.5 in
Louis Vuitton Monogram Cartouchière GM Crossbody Bag SL0941
By Louis Vuitton
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
This authentic Louis Vuitton Cartouchière bag from September 1991 is a beautiful example of the timeless elegance that defines the Maison. Crafted in the early 1990s, this piece refl...
$1,046Sale Price|30% Off
H 10 in D 4 in L 12 in
Louis Vuitton Brown Taiga Leather Crossbody Messenger Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The ultimate in travel bag making luxury craftsmanship. The Iconic House of Louis Vuitton always provides us with timeless and classic pieces. The beautiful briefcase takes timeless ...
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Empreinte Maida Hobo
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Empreinte Maida Hobo SKU: 157534 MSRP: 3400.00 USD Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: Since Louis Vuitton crafted his first trun...
Louis Vuitton 1996 Epi Leather Alma Satchel Black Women's Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Louis Vuitton Epi leather Alma satchel in black. Features leather body with LV in the corner, gold-tone hardware, one interior slip pocket, and top zip closure. A strap can...
LOUIS VUITTON black Taurillon leather CAPUCINES MM AYERS Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Louis Vuitton Capucines MM bag in black full-grain Taurillon leather, it features a distinctive flap which can be worn two ways: outside to reveal a Monogram Flower, o...
$3,350Sale Price|20% Off
H 7 in D 3.5 in L 10.5 in
Louis Vuitton Red Capucines BB Crossbody Bag w/ Detachable Strap
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Louis Vuitton Red Capucines BB Crossbody Bag w/ Detachable Strap Made In: France Color: Red Hardware: Goldtone Materials: Taurillon leather Lining: Cowhide leather Closure/Opening:...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Soufflot BB Satchel NM Black
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This Louis Vuitton Monogram Soufflot BB is crafted of Louis Vuitton monogram toile canvas with black leather detailing. The handbag features rolled top handles, an optional, adjustab...
Louis Vuitton Black Calfskin Obsession Lockit East-West Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Louis Vuitton Black Calfskin Obsession Lockit East-West Bag SKU: 154325 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: Please note that this item has an additional stamp...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Pochette Metis
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Pochette Metis SKU: 156359 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: Since Louis Vuitton crafted his first trunk in Paris in 1854, the...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Speedy 30
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Speedy 30 SKU: 153506 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: Originally called the 'Express' bag, Louis Vuitton's Speedy bag is a s...
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.