Louis Vuitton Takeoff Sling Body Bag blue calf leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Louis Vuitton Takeoff Sling Body Bag Blue calf leather Its spare design and rich grained calf leather make the LV Aerogram Takeoff Sling a practical hands-free accessory for the fas...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Randonnee GM Drawstring Bucket Sling Bag 1029lv56
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: A20911 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 16" Width: 7" Height: 18" Shoulder Handle Drop: 10" OVERALL GOOD+ CONDITION ( 7.25/10 or B+ ) Signs of We...
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Noir Sac a Dos Sling Backpack with Pouch 1LV1103
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Noir Sac a Dos Sling Backpack with Pouch 1LV1103 Date Code/Serial Number: VI0958 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 11.5 " Width: 6 " Height: 14 " ...
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H 13.7 in W 5.9 in L 11.8 in
Louis Vuitton Noir Sac A Dos Sling 868439 Black Leather Backpack
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 11.8 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 30 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 13.7 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 35 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.90 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 15 cm(approx) ...
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H 14 in W 5.5 in L 11.75 in
Louis Vuitton Pochette Hobo A Dos with Sling 13lz1129 Black Leather backpack
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: VI 0971 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 11.75" Width: 5.5" Height: 14" Shoulder strap drop: 15"- 18" OVERALL VERY GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION ( 7/10 or B )...
Louis Vuitton Damier Coated Canvas Avenue Sling Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Louis Vuitton Damier Coated Canvas Avenue Sling Bag Grey and black backpack styled with signature Damier design. Featuring zipped pocket to the front and wrap-around zipper leading...
Louis Vuitton Damier Infini Avenue Sling Bag Onyx
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Louis Vuitton Damier Infini Avenue Sling Bag in Onyx showcases embossed Damier leather with silver-tone hardware, embodying refined craftsmanship from France. Designed for daily ...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Randonnee GM Sling Backpack 44lk722s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: AS0996 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 16" Width: 7" Height: 17" Shoulder Handle Drop: 9"-11.5" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear...
Louis Vuitton Limited Amazon Sling Crossbody 46lv128s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Limited Amazon Sling Crossbody 46lv128s Date Code/Serial Number: AR4200 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 6" Width: 2" Height: 8.4" Shoulder Handle Drop: 17.5"-...
Louis Vuitton Large Monogram Sac Marine Sling Bag 1LV67s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: NO0907 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 23.5" Width: 11.5" Height: 21" Shoulder Handle Drop: 18"-26" OVERALL GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) ...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Macassar Avenue Sling Bag 119lv55
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Monogram Macassar Avenue Sling Bag 119lv55 Date Code/Serial Number: RFID Chip Made In: Spain Measurements: Length: 8" Width: 3" Height: 11.75" Shoulder Handle Drop: ...
Louis Vuitton Damier Graphite Avenue Sling Bag 48lk43
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Damier Graphite Avenue Sling Bag 48lk43 Date Code/Serial Number: MB2188 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 7.5" Width: 2.5" Height: 11.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 1...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Randonnee GM Drawstring Sling Backpack Hobo 1015lv37
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 901 A2 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 16" Width: 7" Height: 18.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 10" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear:...
Louis Vuitton Black Damier Infini Leather Avenue Sling 11lk69s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: MB3158 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 8" Width: 3" Height: 12" Shoulder Handle Drop: 13"-21" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Accesso...
Louis Vuitton Black Leather Damier Infini Avenue Sling Bag 48lk54
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Black Leather Damier Infini Avenue Sling Bag 48lk54 Made In: Spain Measurements: Length: 7.5" Width: 2.5" Height: 12" Shoulder Handle Drop: 12"-20" OVERALL EXCELLE...
Louis Vuitton Taurillon Utility Side Bag Monogram Powder White Sling Bag 861459
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Width:9.4inch Length:6.3inch Gusset:2.0inch Shoulder:0.0inch VERY GOOD CONDITION (8/10 or AB) Includes Box, Dust Bag, Strap and Shoulder Pad Minor rubbing at a back Interior is clean...
Louis Vuitton Terre Monogram Geant Matelot GM Sac Marine Sling Backpack 706l621
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: FL0015 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 16" Width: 4.5" Height: 19" Shoulder Handle Drop: 14.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Signs ...
Louis Vuitton Red Epi Leather Randonnee GM Drawstring Sling Hobo Bag 921lv74
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 9006 A2 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 16.5" Width: 7" Height: 18" Shoulder Handle Drop: 11" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Signs o...
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H 12.6 in W 7.68 in D 2.76 in
Louis Vuitton Damier Graphite Coated Canvas Alps Patches Avenue Sling Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Damier Graphite Coated Canvas Alps Patches Avenue Sling Bag Brand- Louis Vuitton Model- Avenue Sling Bag Product Type- Crossbody Serial Number- MB**** Age- Circa 2018 ...
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Noir Sac a Dos Sling Backpack 41lk324s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Noir Sac a Dos Sling Backpack 41lk324s Date Code/Serial Number: VI1921 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 14" Width: 6" Height: 14" Shoulder Han...
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H 8.5 in W 2 in L 6 in
Louis Vuitton Monogram Eclipse Patchwork Amazone Sling Amazon Virgil 7LV0501
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: AR4200 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 6" Width: 2" Height: 8.5" Strap Length: 44" OVERALL EXCELLENT CONDITION ( 9/10 or A ) Accessories: ...
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H 6.5 in W 3 in L 14.5 in
Louis Vuitton Discontinued Monogram Bumbag Waist Bag Sling Body 79lz825s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: MI3139 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 14.5" Width: 3" Height: 6.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 37"-53" OVERALL GOOD+ CONDITION ( 7.25/10 or B+ ) Signs ...
Louis Vuitton Blue Damier Graphite Pixel Avenue Sling Bag 97lz89s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: MB0119 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 8" Width: 3" Height: 12" Shoulder Handle Drop: 13"-21.5" OVERALL EXCELLENT CONDITION ( 9/10 or A ) Accesso...
Louis Vuitton Black Taurillon Leather Christopher XS Sling Bag 43lk825s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: RFID Chip Made In: France Measurements: Length: 6" Width: 2.2" Height: 7.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 14"-22" OVERALL NEW CONDITION ( 10/10 or N ) Accessori...
Louis Vuitton Damier Graphite Avenue Sling Bag Chest Body Bum 48lz56
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Damier Graphite Avenue Sling Bag Chest Body Bum 48lz56 Date Code/Serial Number: Made In: France Measurements: Length: 7.5" Width: 2.5" Height: 11.5" Shoulder Handle...
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H 20 in W 8 in L 14.5 in
Louis Vuitton Damier Geant Matelot PM Terre Drawstring Hobo Sling Backpack 1213l
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: FL0094 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 14.5" Width: 8" Height: 20" Shoulder Handle Drop: 10" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Signs of ...
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H 17 in W 7 in L 12.5 in
Louis Vuitton Monogram Randonnee GM Drawstring Bucket Sling Bag Hobo 2LV1022
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 001A2 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 12.5 " W1idth: 7 " Height: 17 " Shoulder Handle Drop: 11"-20" OVERALL FAIR+ CONDITION ( 6.5/10 or BC ) Access...
Louis Vuitton Backpack Dos Sling 6lva623 Black Epi Leather Hobo Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Measurements: 11.5" L 6" W x 13.5" H Handles: Single flat leather adjustable shoulder strap Closure/Opening: Leather drawstring closure Interior Lining: Black Alcantara lining Ha...
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H 13.75 in W 5.5 in L 13 in
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Noir Sac a Dos Sling Backpack with Pouch 1112lv4
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: VI0958 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 13" Width: 5.5" Height: 13.75" Shoulder Handle Drop: 12"-14" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) ...
Louis Vuitton Large Monogram Sac Marine Sling Bag 74lv218s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: NO0907 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 23.5" Width: 11.5" Height: 21" Shoulder Handle Drop: 18"-26" OVERALL VERY GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION ( 7.5/10 ...
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H 14 in W 5.5 in L 13 in
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Noir Sac D'epaule Sling Backpack Hobo 1015lv34
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: VI0929 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 13" Width: 5.5" Height: 14" Shoulder Handle Drop: 12"-14" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Si...
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.